Public Transport
How do I get to Siena by public transport? You can reach Siena by train on the Siena–Empoli, Siena–Chiusi, and Siena–Grosseto lines. Alternatively, there are buses from Autolinee Toscane, especially from Florence, and long-distance connections from private carriers to major Italian cities.
Where is the bus station? The bus station is located in Piazza Gramsci/La Lizza. The Autolinee Toscane ticket office is at Piazza Gramsci 13, open on weekdays from 6:30 AM to 7:30 PM and on Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays from 7:00 AM to 7:30 PM. Any changes in schedule or extraordinary closures can be found on the official Autolinee Toscane website (link: https://www.at-bus.it/it).
Where is the train station? The train station is located in Piazza Carlo Rosselli, north of Siena and outside the city walls. It is connected to the center by urban lines and a mechanical lift that starts from the Galleria PortaSiena shopping center.
Where is the taxi station? There are several taxi stations in Siena: the main spots are in Piazza Matteotti, Piazza Indipendenza, and at the train station. If you are far from the spots, you can book a taxi by calling the radio taxi at (+39) 0577.49222, sending an SMS to (+39) 348.3892305, or using the TaxiMove app.
Where can I buy bus and train tickets? For Autolinee Toscana buses, you can purchase tickets at the ticket office at Piazza Gramsci 13, at authorized retailers (such as tobacco shops and newsstands), on the At-Bus app, on the official website, or directly on board, either with your debit or credit card using the “tip tap” function or through the driver (with a surcharge). More information is available at https://www.at-bus.it/it/doveacquistare
For trains, you can buy tickets at the ticket office and self-service machines at the station, at authorized retailers, on the Trenitalia app, and on the official website. More information is available at https://www.trenitalia.com/it/informazioni/punti-vendita.html
Is there a bus office in Siena where I can ask for information? Yes, you can ask for information about schedules and routes at the Autolinee Toscane ticket office/information point at Piazza Gramsci, 13. If necessary, you can also contact the company via an online form or by phone using the contacts available at https://www.at-bus.it/it/parlaconat
What is the procedure for contesting a fine received on the bus? The penalty is issued by Autolinee Toscane, the service provider, and not by the Municipality. The appeal must be submitted to the company within the terms and in the manner indicated on the report. More information is available at https://www.at-bus.it/it/faq/sanzioni
What is the closest airport to Siena? The closest airport is Florence-Peretola “Amerigo Vespucci,” about 80 km from Siena. Following are Pisa “Galileo Galilei” (about 125 km) and Perugia “San Francesco d’Assisi” (about 110 km).
Is there a direct bus to Florence, Pisa, or Perugia airport? There is no direct public connection. The most commonly used solutions are:
For Florence airport: bus or train to the train station and Santa Maria Novella bus station and tram to the airport;
For Pisa: train to Pisa Centrale station (not direct) and PisaMover.
Some private carriers and shuttle services offer direct transfers by reservation.
Can I book a taxi for tomorrow? For reservations, we recommend contacting the radio taxi at (+39) 0577.49222 (available 24 hours a day).
How can I visit the surroundings of Siena? Depending on the locations, buses or trains are available. We recommend contacting Autolinee Toscane and Trenitalia directly for more information on routes and schedules. Alternatively, we suggest relying on organized excursions by tour operators, local guides, and travel agencies.
Are there bus lines to the sea or the mountains? There are connections to the Grosseto coast and to Monte Amiata. We recommend checking the official Tiemme SpA website for sea lines (active only in the summer months, https://www.tiemmespa.it/) and Autolinee Toscane (https://at-bus.it) for other locations.
Can I take my dog on public transport? Yes, you can travel with your pet on public transport.
On Autolinee Toscane buses, one animal per passenger can travel for free. Dogs must be kept on a leash and muzzled or in a carrier (mandatory for other animals). Assistance dogs are always allowed for free. For more information, check the specific section of the Autolinee Toscane website (+ link https://www.at-bus.it/it/trasporto-animali).
On trains, small dogs travel for free in a carrier, while medium and large dogs can travel on a leash and muzzled by purchasing the appropriate ticket. For the journey, you must have the dog registration certificate and health booklet with you. Guide dogs are always allowed for free. We recommend visiting the Trenitalia website for more details (+ link https://www.trenitalia.com/it/servizi/trasporto-animali-domestici.html).
Can I take my bicycle on public transport? Bicycles are allowed on both regional trains and buses subject to certain limitations. We recommend checking all conditions (sizes, fares, and other details) in the appropriate sections of the Trenitalia (link https://www.trenitalia.com/it/servizi/bici-al-seguito.html) and Autolinee Toscana (https://www.at-bus.it/it/trasporto-bagagli) websites.
Is it allowed to transport animals in taxis? The transport of animals is at the discretion of the taxi driver. We recommend notifying this need at the time of booking via radio taxi at (+39) 0577.49222, via SMS to (+39) 348.3892305, or on the TaxiMove app.
