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Uffizi Galleries
Florence’s premier art museum, famed for Renaissance masterpieces by Botticelli, Leonardo, Michelangelo, and Raphael. One of Italy’s essential museum visits.
Cheapest price
$88
Average price
$94
Fastest journey
5 h 16 m
Average duration
6 h 26 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
322 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bellinzona to Florence is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bellinzona to Florence will cost around $94 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $88.
Of the 3 trains that leave Bellinzona for Florence on Fri, Jun 19, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jun 19 the direct trains cover the 322 km distance in an average of 6 h 26 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 16 m .
On Fri, Jun 19 the slowest trains will take 7 h 1 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.






Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bellinzona to Florence among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $24. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 54m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $24, and a train costs an average of $50.
Distance: 200 miles (322 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$88 Average price | $58 Average price Cheapest | $181 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 24m Average total duration Fastest 3h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 58m Average total duration 5h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 23m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Bellinzona to Florence:
A bus is $30 (€25) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bellinzona to Florence costing on average $88 (€72).
Other travel options to Florence take longer:
Bus takes on average 5h 28m.
The journey is about 29m faster (3h 54m by train vs 4h 23m by car) and roughly $92 (€76) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($88 (€72) vs $181 (€147)). 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.
The table below shows live departures for Bellinzona to Florence trains for today, Thursday, June 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
EuroCity 15+ FRECCIAROSSA 9539 | 11:14 AM Bellinzona station | 3h50 | 3:04 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
EuroCity 15+ Intercity 597 | 11:14 AM Bellinzona station | 6h13 | 5:27 PM Florence Rifredi | 1 transfer | |
EuroCity 153+ FRECCIAROSSA 9321 | 12:14 PM Bellinzona station | 4h36 | 4:50 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
EuroCity 153+ Intercity 594 | 12:14 PM Bellinzona station | 6h11 | 6:25 PM Florence Rifredi | 1 transfer | |
EuroCity 19+ FRECCIAROSSA 9547 | 1:14 PM Bellinzona station | 3h50 | 5:04 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
EuroCity 151+ FRECCIAROSSA 9551 | 2:14 PM Bellinzona station | 3h50 | 6:04 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
EuroCity 21+ FRECCIAROSSA 9555 | 3:14 PM Bellinzona station | 3h50 | 7:04 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
EuroCity 21+ Intercity 599 | 3:14 PM Bellinzona station | 6h08 | 9:22 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
EuroCity 37 | 4:14 PM Bellinzona station | 5h16 | 9:30 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
EuroCity 37+ FRECCIAROSSA 9559 | 4:14 PM Bellinzona station | 3h50 | 8:04 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
EuroCity 23+ FRECCIAROSSA 9563 | 5:14 PM Bellinzona station | 3h50 | 9:04 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
EuroCity 173+ InterCityNotte 1963 | 5:44 PM Bellinzona station | 6h25 | 12:09 AM Florence Campo di Marte | 1 transfer | |
EuroCity 173+ FRECCIAROSSA 9567 | 5:44 PM Bellinzona station | 4h20 | 10:04 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
EuroCity 25+ FRECCIAROSSA 9573 | 7:14 PM Bellinzona station | 4h00 | 11:14 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Bellinzona to Florence run on average 14 times per day, taking around 3h 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $50 (€41) but you can travel from only $24 (€19) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 01:30, the last at 19:14. The fastest train covers the 200 miles (322 km) distance in 5h 16m.
Distance 200 miles (322 km) |
Average train duration 3h 54m |
Cheapest ticket price $50 (€41) |
Trains per day 14 |
Fastest train 5h 16m |
First train 1:30 AM |
Last train 7:14 PM |
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Low Season Jul - Sep |
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Best time to book 28 days |
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Florence’s premier art museum, famed for Renaissance masterpieces by Botticelli, Leonardo, Michelangelo, and Raphael. One of Italy’s essential museum visits.
Best known for Michelangelo’s David, this museum also holds important Florentine paintings and sculpture. Advance booking is strongly advisable.
Vast palace museum complex with royal apartments, Palatine Gallery, and decorative arts. A major stop for art, Medici history, and grand interiors.
Florence’s monumental heart, where the cathedral, baptistery, and bell tower stand together. Essential for first-time visitors and photographers.
Historic civic square filled with sculpture and dominated by Palazzo Vecchio. One of the city’s most important and lively public spaces.
Florence’s most famous viewpoint, especially popular at sunset and widely shared on social media for its sweeping skyline panorama.
A Thick-Cut T-Bone Steak From Chianina Beef, Grilled Rare Over Coals. It Is Florence’s Signature Dish And A Classic Of Tuscan Cuisine.
A Traditional Florentine Street Food Made From The Fourth Stomach Of The Cow, Slow-Cooked In Broth And Served In A Roll, Often With Green Sauce.
A Rustic Tomato, Bread, Garlic, And Olive Oil Soup. It Is A Beloved Tuscan Dish That Turns Stale Bread Into Rich Comfort Food.
A Michelin-Starred Restaurant Offering Refined Tuscan Cuisine With Creative Technique, Elegant Service, And A Contemporary Fine-Dining Atmosphere.
A Small, Long-Running Florentine Favorite Known For Traditional Cooking, Especially Butter Chicken And Simple Tuscan Classics In An Old-School Setting.
A Historic, Casual Trattoria Near Mercato Centrale, Famous For Bistecca Alla Fiorentina, Tuscan Soups, And A Lively Local Atmosphere.
Generally moderate for Italy: museums and central hotels cost more, while casual food and coffee remain fairly affordable.
Service is often included or covered by a coperto. Tipping is not required, but leaving EUR 1-2 at cafes or 5-10% for excellent restaurant service is appreciated.
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