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Sports Team Coach Hire in Florence

Florence is home to ACF Fiorentina, one of Italy's historic Serie A clubs, who play at the Stadio Artemio Franchi in the Campo di Marte district (capacity 43,000). The Franchi is one of Italy's oldest and most architecturally significant football grounds, designed by Pier Luigi Nervi in 1931; it sits in the northern part of the city on the Viale Manfredo Fanti. Florence also hosts the annual Maratona di Firenze (Florence Marathon) in November, which draws international runners and supporter groups each year. The Velodrome and cycling events in the Tuscan countryside attract specialist sport tourism groups.

For supporters groups attending Fiorentina home fixtures, or for visiting clubs travelling to Florence, a hired coach resolves the parking problem around Campo di Marte (where residential parking is heavily restricted on match days) and ensures a fixed, reliable departure after the final whistle.

Stadio Artemio Franchi Coach Access

The Stadio Artemio Franchi is in the Campo di Marte district north of the historic centre, accessible by coach via the Viale Manfredo Fanti and the Piazza Alberti approach. The stadium sits adjacent to the Piazzale Donatello and the Viale dei Mille; coach drop-off is on the Viale Paoli or the Viale Manfredo Fanti perimeter. There is limited adjacent parking; our drivers use an agreed waiting point in the Campo di Marte area. The ZTL restricted zone does not cover the Franchi area. Transfer time from the city centre is around 10 to 15 minutes by coach.

Florence Marathon and Running Events

The Maratona di Firenze (Florence Marathon) in November is Italy's third-largest marathon by participation, routing through the historic centre past the Duomo, the Ponte Vecchio, and the Uffizi. For supporter groups accompanying runners from hotels outside the centre, a hired vehicle allows flexible movement between spectator points on the route. The finish line is typically in the Piazza Santa Croce area. Coach access into the historic centre is restricted on marathon day; we advise on the most practical drop-off and pickup points for each spectator location.

Away Day Transport from Florence to Tuscan and Italian Venues

Popular away day trips from Florence include Siena (Stadio Artemio Franchi di Siena, Lega Pro, about 75 kilometres south, around 60 minutes by coach), Pisa (Arena Garibaldi, Serie B, about 80 kilometres west, around 70 minutes), and Bologna (Stadio Renato Dall'Ara, about 110 kilometres north via the A1, around 80 minutes). The Florence-Siena local rivalry (the Derby dell'Arno or Tuscan Derby) and Florence-Bologna fixtures are popular with away supporters.

What Sports Coach Hire Costs in Florence

As a guide, a minibus (up to 19 seats) for a Florence sports transfer costs around 220 to 420 EUR per day, a midi-coach (around 35 seats) around 370 to 680 EUR per day, and a full-size coach (49 to 55 seats) around 560 to 1,030 EUR per day. Stadio Artemio Franchi and central Florence runs are at the lower range. Away day trips to Bologna, Pisa, or further Italian venues with full motorway mileage are at the higher end. The final figure depends on distance, hours, and any waiting requirements at the venue. We confirm a fixed price before you book -- send your details for a free quote.

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Quick Facts

  • Country: Italy
  • Airport: FLR (Amerigo Vespucci)
  • Currency: EUR (Euro)
  • Key venue: Stadio Artemio Franchi (ACF Fiorentina, capacity 43,000)
  • Football season: August to May; Florence Marathon: November
  • Group size: typically 10 to 55
  • Typical kick-off times: 3pm, 6pm, or 8:45pm (European fixtures)
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How to Book Sports Coach Hire in Florence

01

Tell us your fixture details

Share the stadium, match time, group size, and pickup location. We search our Florence operator network and confirm vehicle availability.

02

Receive a fixed price

We confirm the vehicle and give you a fixed price for the complete journey, including any agreed waiting time at the stadium.

03

Travel as a group

Your driver collects the group, takes you to the ground, and returns after the final whistle. Our team is available 24/7 for any schedule changes.

common questions

Sports Coach Hire in Florence: Common Questions

Coach drop-off is on the Viale Paoli or Viale Manfredo Fanti perimeter of the Campo di Marte district. The ZTL does not cover this area. Our driver waits at an agreed nearby point and returns for post-match collection. Transfer from the city centre is around 10 to 15 minutes.

Yes. We arrange outbound and return transport for Fiorentina home fixtures, with pickup from central Florence hotels or the airport. Away supporters groups are welcome to book the same service.

The Florence Marathon starts and finishes in the Piazza Santa Croce area. On marathon day the historic centre has restricted vehicle access. We advise on practical drop-off points for each spectator section of the route and arrange flexible pickup after the finish.

Yes. Siena is approximately 75 kilometres south of Florence, around 60 minutes by coach via the superstrada. This is a popular Tuscan sporting day trip.

For groups of 10 or more, yes. Campo di Marte has very restricted residential parking on match days. A hired coach removes the parking problem and gives a fixed return time, which is useful for groups with restaurant or travel plans after the game.
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