The cheapest and fastest trains from Basel to Florence Santa Maria Novella
Cheapest price on Sep 15
$122
Average ticket price on Sep 15
$160
Fastest journey on Sep 15
7 h
Average journey duration on Sep 15
7 h 37 m
Trains on Sep 15
3
Distance
508 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Basel to Florence Santa Maria Novella is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Basel to Florence Santa Maria Novella will cost around $160 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $122.
On Tue, Sep 15, we found 3 trains from Basel to Florence Santa Maria Novella, including 3 direct services.
On Tue, Sep 15 the direct trains cover the 508 km distance in an average of 7 h 37 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 7 h .
On Tue, Sep 15 the slowest trains will take 8 h 52 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
1:04 PM7h00Basel8:04 PMFlorence Santa Maria Novella$1221One-way0 transfers
2:04 PM7h00Basel9:04 PMFlorence Santa Maria Novella$1361One-way0 transfers
11:30 AM8h52Basel8:22 PMFlorence Santa Maria Novella$2231One-way0 transfers
2:04 PM7h00Basel9:04 PMFlorence Santa Maria Novella$1361One-way0 transfers
1:04 PM7h00Basel8:04 PMFlorence Santa Maria Novella$1221One-way0 transfers
11:30 AM8h52Basel8:22 PMFlorence Santa Maria Novella$2231One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Basel to Florence Santa Maria Novella
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Basel to Florence Santa Maria Novella among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $79 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 26m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $79, while a flight costs an average of $286.
Distance: 315 miles (508 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$134 Average price | $79 Average price Cheapest | $286 Average price | $236 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 39m Average total duration 7h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 25m Average total duration 9h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 26m Average total duration Fastest 3h 26m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 7h 24m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Basel to Florence Santa Maria Novella:
A bus is $55 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Basel to Florence Santa Maria Novella costing on average $134.
A bus is $207 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Basel to Florence Santa Maria Novella costing on average $286.
Other travel options to Florence Santa Maria Novella take longer:
Train takes on average 7h 9m.
Bus takes on average 9h 55m.
The journey is about 15m faster (7h 9m by train vs 7h 24m by car) and roughly $101 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($134 vs $236). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Basel to Florence Santa Maria Novella train times
The table below shows live departures for Basel to Florence Santa Maria Novella trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, September 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 11:30 AM Basel | 8h52 | 8:22 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:04 PM Basel | 7h00 | 8:04 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:04 PM Basel | 7h00 | 9:04 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Basel to Florence Santa Maria Novella
Trains from Basel to Florence Santa Maria Novella run on average 8 times per day, taking around 7h 9m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $33 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 09:04, the last at 13:04. The fastest train covers the 315 miles (508 km) distance in 6h 14m.
Distance 315 miles (508 km) |
Average train duration 7h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price $33 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 6h 14m |
First train 9:04 AM |
Last train 1:04 PM |
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Train companies: Trenitalia from Basel to Florence Santa Maria Novella trainsTrenitalia trains will get you between Basel and Florence Santa Maria Novella from $52. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Basel to Florence Santa Maria Novella
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Basel to Florence Santa Maria Novella by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Florence Santa Maria Novella, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Basel to Florence Santa Maria Novella
Most Basel to Florence Santa Maria Novella trains use the Basel SBB to Firenze Santa Maria Novella station pair. Use this guide to compare Basel and Florence Santa Maria Novella train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Basel SBB from Basel city centre
Basel SBB is 1 km from Basel city centre. Public transport options include:
Basel SBB train station facilities and services
Basel SBB has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Da Roberto, Brasserie Bahnhof Basel
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Basel SBB. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Basel SBB. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Basel SBB: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Basel SBB: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Basel SBB: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Victoria, Hotel Schweizerhof Basel, GAIA Hotel.
Getting to Basel Bad Bhf from Basel city centre
Basel Bad Bhf is 2 km from Basel city centre. Public transport options include:
Basel Bad Bhf train station facilities and services
Basel Bad Bhf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Les Gareçons, Restaurant Bahn Kantine
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Basel Bad Bhf. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Basel Bad Bhf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Basel Bad Bhf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Basel Bad Bhf: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Basel Bad Bhf: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Alexander, Hotel Wettstein, Hotel Balade.
Getting to Firenze Santa Maria Novella from Florence city centre
Firenze Santa Maria Novella is 1 km from Florence city centre. Public transport options include:
Firenze Santa Maria Novella train station facilities and services
Firenze Santa Maria Novella has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: 12oz Coffee Joint, Casa Maioli, Don Nino, Fratelli Cuore, McDonald´s, Panella, Segafredo Zanetti, Spizzico, Venchi, & many more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free WiFi (30 minutes limit). ATMs are located in the basement in the shopping center next to the Feltrinelli bookshop and between Celio and Mango shops.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00. Information desks are located inside and outside the station.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is provided by KiPoint and located on the ground floor, on the side of Piazza Adua. Open daily from 06:00 to 23:00.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Firenze Santa Maria Novella: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Firenze Santa Maria Novella: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Firenze Santa Maria Novella: Elevators, escalators, step-free access. Mobility assistance is available with the Sala Blu, located next to Platform 1.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Luxor Florence, Joy Hotel Florence, Diplomat Hotel Florence.
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