Private car transfer from Alba to Florence

From a tour through the pinnacle of medieval architecture that is Asti Cathedral and a jaunt across Ponte Coperto's bold brick bridge to shopping in the elegant Italian city of Parma, there is much you can get up to before you are dropped off in Florence. So travel with Daytrip and let your professional English-speaking driver share local travel tips so you're prepared to embrace the iconic and distinctive city of Florence.

According to historical accounts, Florence was founded as a colony by the Romans in the first century BCE. But it reached its cultural zenith between the 11th and 15th centuries. During this time, the city prospered, with a balance of authority between the Pope and the Emperor. However, the 15th and 16th centuries saw the most growth under the rule of the Medici family, with the city spawning incredible art and culture during this time. There's a reason Florence is known as the "Birthplace of the Renaissance".

Florence has taken its role as one of the most important centers for arts and culture seriously ever since. That is why numerous travelers flock to Florence throughout the year to get a taste of what this city has to offer. And we can't blame them with displays like the magnificent Duomo Cathedral, Chianti vineyards, and bustling markets. So hop in a Daytrip luxury vehicle and make your way from Alba to Florence today!

Practice Patience

If you're not a native of Italy, you're likely used to living life at a faster pace, so it might shock you to be immersed in a slower culture than you might have expected. That's why it's crucial to practice patience when traveling from Alba to Florence and around the city when you get there. Patience will go a long way in ensuring your travel experience is enjoyable.

Purchase museum tickets in advance

Let's face it: Italy has some of the best museums in the world. So when traveling by private car service Daytrip or with a bus or train, be sure to capitalize on as many museum visits as you can cram into your travel schedule.

Just buy tickets in advance. You don't want to wait in line in the blistering heat as the Tuscan sun beams down on you.

Don't overschedule your trip

It can be tempting to try and fit in as much as possible while traveling from Alba to Florence, but the reality is that you won't get to see and do everything there. So, before you visit, have a look at what you want to do most in beautiful Florence and along the way. If you're still unsure after doing your travel homework, you can ask your Daytrip driver for a few recommendations.

Alba to Florence by train

First things first: if you plan on taking the train, you need to know that it will likely take more than five hours to get from Alba to Florence. Next, you need to know that tickets can cost between $41 and $121 one way, depending on the train carrier you choose and when you travel.

You won't have many choices when it comes to train lines. Trenitalia is the most popular, so be prepared for one to two transfers, with most trains stopping in Turin.

But don't get too excited as you won't get to sightsee during these stops (unless you buy separate tickets). You can also take a train to Turin or Genoa and then fly to Florence, but this is often more of a hassle than it's worth, with lengthy travel timeframes and expensive ticket costs.

Alba to Florence by bus

ASP, Coas Consorzio Astigiano, and Gruppo Di Maio offer daily and weekly bus trips from Alba to Florence. The price of a ticket with these bus lines varies, but on average, you should budget between $30 and $45.

This means that bus travel is the cheapest way to get from one city to the next. However, the downside is that you will encounter transfers, often crowded cabins, and long trip times—the average bus trip takes more than seven hours.

Alba to Florence by Daytrip private car transfer

The trip from Alba to Florence is incredibly scenic, especially when you travel along the coast for part of the journey. Unfortunately, if you drive yourself, you'll find it difficult to enjoy yourself since you'll need to navigate the foreign roads and traffic. That's why booking a private car trip with Daytrip is the best way to travel.

Not only will you not have to worry about road signs and traffic, but you'll also get to sit back and relax while enjoying the passing scenery. You'll also get to pick your professional English-speaking driver's brain for local insights and travel tips to help make your Florence adventure even better! Or if you want a truly unforgettable experience, stop for sightseeing along the way.

Daytrip rides start at 138 euros per person, and the trip takes about four hours and 10 minutes—much faster than the train and bus and far more comfortable.

The Accademia

The Academia or Galleria dell'Accademia di Firenze, as the locals know it, might not get as much attention as the Uffizi Gallery. Still, this small art museum is worth the trip. It might have a very small collection of works, but these masterpieces are some of the best in the world, like the main focal piece, 'David' – the infamous sculpture by Michelangelo.

Besides getting to glimpse the 'David,' you'll also get to see four unfinished statues by this master sculpture alongside other pieces by artists like Sandro Botticelli. However, tickets can be difficult to get, so book as soon as possible.

Ponte Vecchio

Florence might be best known for its Renaissance-style buildings, but it's also worth visiting to glimpse the medieval past. If this time period interests you, you'll certainly want to visit Ponte Vecchio, one of the best examples of a well-preserved Medieval bridge. It is wholly constructed from stone and has huge stone archways that you can admire while you browse the numerous unique shops that line the bridge.

Mercato Centrale

If you want to visit a market when touring Venice, you should consider visiting Mercato Centrale. If you want to buy local produce, including meat, flowers, beeswax, wine, and food, this market is the place to be. Interestingly, the bottom half of the market has traditional Italian-style vendors, while the upstairs houses the more modern shops, with more food shops than anything else, so be sure to visit on an empty stomach.

July and August tend to be expensive in terms of accommodation, attraction fees, and transportation, not to mention larger crowds. So we usually recommend the shoulder season, when the weather isn't as hot, the city's less crowded, and the prices are lower.

If you want to save some money and not have to deal with large crowds, you can travel to Florence from Alba during the late fall or winter. The weather isn't as nice, but the lower prices make up for it. Plus, if you spend most of your time in the museums, the weather outside doesn't matter much anyways.