- Must visit
Galleria degli Uffizi
World-famous Renaissance gallery with masterpieces by Botticelli, Leonardo, Michelangelo, and Caravaggio. One of Florence’s essential museum visits.
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Castel Maggiore to Florence Santa Maria Novella among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 23m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $8, and a train costs an average of $14.
Distance: 55 miles (89 km)
Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
$14 Average price | $13 Average price Cheapest |
1h 53m Average total duration Fastest 1h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 17m Average total duration 2h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Castel Maggiore to Florence Santa Maria Novella:
A bus is $1 (€0.86) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Castel Maggiore to Florence Santa Maria Novella costing on average $14 (€11).
Other travel options to Florence Santa Maria Novella take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 47m.
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Trains from Castel Maggiore to Florence Santa Maria Novella run on average 37 times per day, taking around 1h 23m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $14 (€11) but you can travel from only $8 (€6) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 03:17, the last at 18:20. The fastest train covers the 55 miles (89 km) distance in 2h 35m.
Distance 55 miles (89 km) |
Average train duration 1h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price $14 (€11) |
Trains per day 37 |
Fastest train 2h 35m |
First train 3:17 AM |
Last train 6:20 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
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World-famous Renaissance gallery with masterpieces by Botticelli, Leonardo, Michelangelo, and Caravaggio. One of Florence’s essential museum visits.
Best known for Michelangelo’s David, this museum also holds important Florentine paintings and sculptures. Timed-entry tickets are commonly used.
Outstanding museum preserving original works from the Florence Cathedral complex, including sculptures by Michelangelo, Donatello, and Ghiberti.
The ceremonial heart of Florence, surrounded by the cathedral, baptistery, and bell tower. Essential for first-time visitors and iconic photos.
Historic civic square filled with sculpture and framed by Palazzo Vecchio and the Loggia dei Lanzi. One of Florence’s most atmospheric public spaces.
The city’s classic panoramic viewpoint, especially popular at sunset and on social media for sweeping views over Florence’s rooftops and dome.
Thick-cut Chianina beef steak grilled rare over coals, one of Florence's most iconic and celebratory dishes.
Hearty Tuscan soup of bread, cannellini beans, and vegetables, traditionally reheated the next day for deeper flavor.
Rustic tomato and bread soup with garlic, olive oil, and basil, a classic example of Tuscan cucina povera.
Renowned fine dining institution with Michelin-starred cuisine and one of Italy's most celebrated wine cellars.
Popular steakhouse known for Bistecca Alla Fiorentina, with a polished yet approachable atmosphere near Santa Maria Novella.
Historic, lively trattoria near the central market, famous for Florentine steak and classic Tuscan dishes.
Moderate by Italian standards. Cafes and casual meals are reasonable, but hotels and central dining near the station cost more.
Service is often included or covered by a coperto. Tipping is not required, but rounding up or leaving EUR 1-3 for good service is appreciated. Taxis are usually rounded up.
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Firenze Santa Maria Novella -> Piazza del Duomo, Florence
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