How to move in Mugello

In this article you will find useful information on how to move in Mugello. Great advices on which means of transport to use if you do not own one.

Once you reach Mugello, if you do not own any of your own vehicles (cars, moto, bicycles) you can travel by train, bus or you can rental a car.

Car

The rental car is definitely the best choice as it allows you to move between the various municipalities autonomously, without ever having to watch the clock. With this option you will be able to explore all the towns, even the most isolated ones in the mountains.

Once you arrive in Florence there are several routes to choose from:

  • A1 highway exit at Barberino di Mugello;
  • Faentina (SS 302)
  • Bolognese (SS 65)

The last two, unlike the highway, offer landscapes on the Tuscan hills where you can take some beautiful photographs. You can also stop in the various countries that you will find along the way.

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Train

The Mugello has a good railway line well connected to Florence. Unfortunately not all municipalities are along the railway line. Those who own a station are the following:

  • Vaglia
  • San Piero a Sieve
  • Borgo San Lorenzo
  • Vicchio
  • Dicomano
  • Marradi

To see the timetables of the trains go to www.trenitalia.it

Bus

The Mugello is served by a good bus network. Usually the racing starts and ends in Florence. The most popular line is Florence-Borgo San Lorenzo. Unfortunately, the smaller town have small journeys, especially during the weekend.

To see the timetables of the bus go to  www.autolineetoscane.it

Bicycle

Another idea of how to move in Mugello is to explore the territory by bike. This option is recommended for well-trained people who usually play this sport as they talk about numerous kilometers. In addition, the territory is mainly hilly with numerous climbs, some even with a good altitude difference.

If you have not taken the bicycle with you, you can rent it in the following shops:

Mugello Bike

Via Beato Angelico, 5

50032 Borgo San Lorenzo

Tel: 055 8458713

Email: mugellobike@tiscali.it

Autoaccessori Barberino

Via XXV Aprile, 6

50031 Barberino di Mugello

Tel: 055 8417887 – 055 8416904 – 338 2887243

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