Florence Introduces New Night Bus Network for Enhanced Mobility

Florence is set to introduce its first dedicated night-time public transport network on June 11, 2026. This pilot program will operate daily from 10:00 PM to 2:00 AM and is scheduled to continue through October 31, 2026, according to the Florence Daily News.

The new network will feature 24 bus routes, with 17 of these being redesigned for night service. The system is designed with a three-route structure: diametrical routes covering the city, radial routes connecting to central hubs, and transversal routes linking districts without passing through the historic center. Four main backbone routes (6, 17, 18, 23) are planned to run every 15 minutes, connecting densely populated residential areas to transport interchanges. Radial services will operate every 20-30 minutes, extending coverage to areas such as Bagno a Ripoli, Sesto Fiorentino, Campi Bisenzio, Fiesole, and Impruneta. The small electric shuttle buses (bussini) in the historic center, with routes C1–C4, will maintain 15-minute departures to connect the UNESCO center with parking and transport hubs Florence Daily News.

The primary objectives of this new night bus network are to enhance safety, improve accessibility, and reduce private car usage. The service is also intended to support summer cultural events and venues located in Cascine Park Florence Daily News.