- Must visit
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
$16
Average price
$18
Fastest journey
1 h 44 m
Average duration
1 h 47 m
Trains per day
35
Distance
101 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Carrara to Florence is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Carrara to Florence will cost around $18 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $16.
Of the 35 trains that leave Carrara for Florence on Wed, Jun 17, 10 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Jun 17 the direct trains cover the 101 km distance in an average of 1 h 47 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 44 m .
On Wed, Jun 17 the slowest trains will take 1 h 50 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.
Regionale 2295 · Regionale 18539
Regionale 18399
Regionale 18393 · Regionale Veloce 4040
Regionale 18423
Regionale 18415
Intercity 651+
Regionale Veloce 4026
Intercity 511+
Regionale Veloce 4040
Regionale 18445 · Regionale Veloce 4018
Regionale 19367 · Regionale Veloce 4048
Regionale 18445+
FRECCIARGENTO 8551Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Carrara to Florence among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $16. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 31m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $16, and a bus costs an average of $11.
Distance: 62 miles (101 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$16 Average price Cheapest | $18 Average price | $40 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 30m Average total duration 2h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 1m Average total duration Fastest 1h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 29m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg 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 Carrara to Florence:
A train is $2 (€1) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Carrara to Florence costing on average $18 (€14).
Other travel options to Florence take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 0m.
Tickets start at around {cheapestPrice} compared to roughly {drivingPriceInCents} in fuel and tolls — a saving of about {savingsAmount}. The journey takes {durationInMinutes} versus {drivingDurationInMinutes} by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Direct services run with Regionale.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Carrara to Florence trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, June 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Regionale 18391 | 5:07 AM Carrara-Avenza | 2h07 | 7:14 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 19335 · Regionale 18260 | 5:37 AM Carrara-Avenza | 1h51 | 7:28 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 501+ Regionale 18264 | 6:06 AM Carrara-Avenza | 2h03 | 8:09 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 19339+ FRECCIARGENTO 8583 | 6:23 AM Carrara-Avenza | 2h01 | 8:24 AM Florence Campo di Marte | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 19339 · Regionale Veloce 4014 | 6:23 AM Carrara-Avenza | 2h15 | 8:38 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18425 | 6:47 AM Carrara-Avenza | 2h01 | 8:48 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 19341 · Regionale 18270 | 6:56 AM Carrara-Avenza | 2h12 | 9:08 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 19347 · Regionale Veloce 4016 | 7:42 AM Carrara-Avenza | 1h51 | 9:33 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18445+ FRECCIARGENTO 8551 | 8:14 AM Carrara-Avenza | 1h50 | 10:04 AM Florence Campo di Marte | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18445 · Regionale Veloce 4018 | 8:14 AM Carrara-Avenza | 1h47 | 10:01 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 19351 · Regionale 18282 | 8:47 AM Carrara-Avenza | 2h21 | 11:08 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 651+ Regionale Veloce 4026 | 9:49 AM Carrara-Avenza | 1h44 | 11:33 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 19355 · Regionale 18288 | 10:44 AM Carrara-Avenza | 2h24 | 1:08 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18413 | 1:08 PM Carrara-Avenza | 2h00 | 3:08 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 19361 · Regionale Veloce 4038 | 1:41 PM Carrara-Avenza | 1h52 | 3:33 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18393 · Regionale Veloce 4040 | 2:02 PM Carrara-Avenza | 1h59 | 4:01 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18393 | 2:02 PM Carrara-Avenza | 2h06 | 4:08 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 511+ Regionale Veloce 4040 | 2:14 PM Carrara-Avenza | 1h47 | 4:01 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 19363 · Regionale Veloce 4042 | 2:38 PM Carrara-Avenza | 1h55 | 4:33 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18415 | 3:09 PM Carrara-Avenza | 1h59 | 5:08 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18447 · Regionale Veloce 4044 | 3:34 PM Carrara-Avenza | 1h59 | 5:33 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18399 | 4:08 PM Carrara-Avenza | 2h00 | 6:08 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18399 · Regionale Veloce 4046 | 4:08 PM Carrara-Avenza | 1h53 | 6:01 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 19367 · Regionale Veloce 4048 | 4:45 PM Carrara-Avenza | 1h48 | 6:33 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18401 | 5:08 PM Carrara-Avenza | 2h00 | 7:08 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 19373 · Regionale Veloce 4052 | 5:36 PM Carrara-Avenza | 1h57 | 7:33 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18403 · Regionale Veloce 4056 | 6:08 PM Carrara-Avenza | 1h53 | 8:01 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18403 | 6:08 PM Carrara-Avenza | 2h00 | 8:08 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 19375 · Regionale Veloce 4058 | 6:40 PM Carrara-Avenza | 1h53 | 8:33 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18423 | 7:08 PM Carrara-Avenza | 2h00 | 9:08 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18407 | 7:42 PM Carrara-Avenza | 2h15 | 9:57 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18407 · Regionale 18242 | 7:42 PM Carrara-Avenza | 2h10 | 9:52 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 673+ Regionale Veloce 4060 | 7:43 PM Carrara-Avenza | 1h56 | 9:39 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 19379 · Regionale Veloce 4062 | 8:37 PM Carrara-Avenza | 1h55 | 10:32 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 2295 · Regionale 18539 | 9:19 PM Carrara-Avenza | 2h31 | 11:50 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Carrara to Florence run on average 29 times per day, taking around 2h 0m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $16 (€13) but you can travel from only $11 (€9) by bus.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:40, the last at 23:41. The fastest train covers the 62 miles (101 km) distance in 1h 57m.
Distance 62 miles (101 km) |
Average train duration 2h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price $16 (€13) |
Trains per day 29 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 1h 57m |
First train 12:40 AM |
Last train 11:41 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 63 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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