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As told in other articles, moving around Chianti by public transportation can be a challenge. Most of all because of bus schedules and limited bus stops. Anyway, it's a challenge but not impossible
Greve in Chianti is well connected to Florence and is one of the main localities in Florentine Chianti. It's about 20 km both from Castellina in Chianti and Radda in Chianti. Castellina is about 10 km from Radda.
The SITA line 365 goes from Florence to Greve - Radda - Castellina and Gaiole. In one day you can try visiting both Castellina and Radda moving by bus but you have to pay attention to the bus schedules.
Since you mentioned renting a scooter, I definitely recommend it especially if you want to do some wine tastings along the way. Moving around by scooter lets you take your time taking pictures, stopping at small villages and doing wine tastings on the way.
The total trip is about 50 km: from Greve to Castellina in Chianti is about 20 km, (30-40 minutes by scooter); from Castellina to Radda in Chianti is about 10 km; from Radda back to Greve about 20 km.
Regarding moving from Greve to Siena there are not regular buses scheduled between the two cities. It means that you have two different options going to Siena from Greve.
You can take the bus from Greve to Florence and then from Florence the direct bus to Siena.
Otherwise you can take the bus from Greve to Castellina and then from Castellina to Siena (line 125).
Both options are good and have almost the same duration. I personally recommend the first option (Greve-Florence-Siena).
I hope these suggestions help you fixing your holiday's plans in Tuscany and that you'll share your experience with us![]()
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