How to travel from Milan to Siena

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Compare bus, train, and flight for Milan to Siena

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Milan to Siena among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $15 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 5h 8m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $15, while a train costs an average of $40.

Distance: 182 miles (293 km)

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$15

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$40

Average price

$114

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(fuel + tolls)

5h 19m

Average total duration

4h 49m

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5h 8m

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4h 38m

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4h 5m

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0.1 - 0.3kg

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Milan to Siena is a bus with an average price of $15.

This is compared to other travel options from Milan to Siena:

A bus is $26 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Milan to Siena costing on average $40.

A bus is $161 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Milan to Siena costing on average $175.

The fastest way to travel from Milan to Siena is by train with an average journey time of 5h 8m.

Other travel options to Siena take longer:

Bus takes on average 5h 19m.

Flight takes on average 11h 2m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Milan and Siena including taking a bus, train, and flight.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Milan to Siena among Omio's users.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.

Tickets start at around $15 compared to roughly $114 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $100. The journey takes 4h 49m versus 4h 5m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.

Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.

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from Milan to Siena

How to get from Milan to Siena by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

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The best way to travel from Milan to Siena is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • Itabus2125
    10:40 AM5h40
    Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano
    4:20 PMSiena, Stazione FS (Piazzale Carlo Rosselli)
    $111One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • Itabus2125
    10:40 AM5h40
    Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano
    4:20 PMSiena, Stazione FS (Piazzale Carlo Rosselli)
    $111One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • FrecciarossaFRECCIAROSSA 9391+RegionaleRegionale 18209
    8:48 AM3h50
    Milan Porta Garibaldi
    12:38 PMSiena station
    $881One-way
    1 transfer

Other options

  • RegionaleRegionale Veloce TTPER 2459+IntercityIntercity 584+RegionaleRegionale 18219
    9:20 AM7h20
    Milan Centrale
    4:40 PMSiena station
    $511One-way
    2 transfers
  • IntercityIntercity 597+RegionaleRegionale 18307 · Regionale 19051
    1:48 PM5h28
    Milan Centrale
    7:16 PMSiena station
    $581One-way
    2 transfers
  • IntercityIntercity 599+RegionaleRegionale 18233
    5:40 PM5h36
    Milan Centrale
    11:16 PMSiena station
    $581One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    2:25 PM5h35
    Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato)
    8:00 PMSiena, Stazione FS (Piazzale Carlo Rosselli)
    $161One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    4:30 PM5h50
    Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato)
    10:20 PMSiena, Stazione FS (Piazzale Carlo Rosselli)
    $161One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    12:25 PM5h50
    Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano
    6:15 PMSiena, Stazione FS (Piazzale Carlo Rosselli)
    $161One-way
    0 transfers
  • ITAAZ2133+FlixBusFlixBus
    1:00 PM8h55
    Milan Linate Airport
    9:55 PMSiena, Stazione FS (Piazzale Carlo Rosselli)
    $1971One-way
    1 transfer
  • ITAAZ2045+FlixBusFlixBus
    11:00 AM10h55
    Milan Linate Airport
    9:55 PMSiena, Stazione FS (Piazzale Carlo Rosselli)
    $1971One-way
    1 transfer
  • ITAAZ2071+FlixBusFlixBus
    3:00 PM6h55
    Milan Linate Airport
    9:55 PMSiena, Stazione FS (Piazzale Carlo Rosselli)
    $2741One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Milan to Siena

Travel to Siena easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Milan to Siena.

FAQs
There are 3 options to travel between Milan and Siena including taking a bus, train, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Milan to Siena is a bus with an average price of $15.

This is compared to other travel options from Milan to Siena:

A bus is $26 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Milan to Siena costing on average $40.

A bus is $161 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Milan to Siena costing on average $175.

The fastest way to travel from Milan to Siena is by train with an average journey time of 5h 8m.

Other travel options to Siena take longer:

Bus takes on average 5h 19m.

Flight takes on average 11h 2m.

The distance from Milan to Siena is approximately 182 miles (293 km).
The average frequency per day from Milan to Siena is:
  • Around 32 trains per day.
  • Around 21 buses per day.
  • Around 17 flights per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Milan and Siena as scheduled services by bus, train, and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Milan to Siena:
  • Flights mostly depart from Milan Malpensa Airport and arrive in Florence Peretola Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Milan Centrale and arrive in Siena station.
  • Buses mostly depart from Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano and arrive in Siena, Stazione FS (Piazzale Carlo Rosselli).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Milan to Siena, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Frecciarossa, Italo, Intercity, Regionale to go to Siena by train.
  • Travel with FlixBus, Itabus, BlaBlaCar to go to Siena by bus.
Yes, there are direct services available from Milan to Siena with the following travel companies:
  • 1 direct trains per day with Italo.
  • 18 direct buses per day with FlixBus, Itabus, BlaBlaCar.
Omio customers who travel from Milan to Siena often also extend their vacation to go to Florence, Rome, Pisa, San Gimignano, Bologna. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Siena and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Siena to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Siena, you can visit Torre del Mangia for panoramic views, explore religious art at Museo dell'Opera del Duomo, and relax at Fortezza Medicea. Enjoy Italian wines at Enoteca Italiana, or take a cooking class to learn traditional Tuscan dishes. Don't miss the Piazza del Campo with its historic ambiance or the magnificent Siena Cathedral. Also, check out the Palazzo Pubblico, Basilica of San Domenico, and Santa Maria della Scala for a rich cultural experience.
To fully experience Siena, including its historic sites, museums, and local cuisine, plan to spend 2 to 3 days.

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