How to get around Siena
The center is closed to most cars and entirely walkable. Buses link the station and car parks; Florence is about 1h15 by direct bus or longer by train.
Ways to get around Siena
| Option | Fare | Good to know |
|---|---|---|
| Tiemme city and regional buses | About €1.50–2 in town | Link the station and parking to the center; direct buses to Florence about €9 |
| Trains (Trenitalia) | About €9–12 to Florence | Via Empoli; slower and less convenient than the bus |
| Taxi | About €10–20 in town | Radio taxis by phone; ranks near the station and Piazza Matteotti |
Taxis in Siena
- No ride-hailing apps operate here. Walk or book a radio taxi by phone; there are few ride apps. Most hotels can arrange transfers to Florence or the airports.
Arriving in Siena
Florence Peretola (FLR)
Bus or train via Florence, 1.5–2 h, about €10–15; taxi about €110–140.
Pisa Galileo Galilei (PSA)
Train to Florence then bus, or direct buses in season; around 2–2.5 h, €10–25.
Driving and onward travel
- Scooters: Not useful: the center is largely closed to traffic. Hire a car only for countryside trips and park outside the walls.
- Driving: on the right. EU licences are fine; other foreign licences need an International Driving Permit alongside. Rental firms check it.
- Onward travel in Italy: High-speed Frecciarossa and Italo trains link Turin, Milan, Venice, Bologna, Florence, Rome and Naples. Regional trains and buses fill gaps; ferries or flights reach Sicily and Sardinia.
Quick answers
Is there Uber in Siena?
No ride-hailing apps work here. Walk or book a radio taxi by phone; there are few ride apps. Most hotels can arrange transfers to Florence or the airports.
What's the best way to get around Siena?
The center is closed to most cars and entirely walkable. Buses link the station and car parks; Florence is about 1h15 by direct bus or longer by train.
How do I get from the airport to Siena?
Bus or train via Florence, 1.5–2 h, about €10–15; taxi about €110–140.
Is Siena walkable?
Very walkable.
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