- Must visit
Galleria degli Uffizi
Florence’s flagship art museum, famous for Botticelli, Leonardo, Michelangelo, and Raphael. Timed entry is strongly advised due to very high demand.
Cheapest price
$94
Average price
$94
Fastest journey
19 h 29 m
Average duration
19 h 29 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
466 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Chambéry - Challes-les-Eaux 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 Chambéry - Challes-les-Eaux to Florence Santa Maria Novella will cost around $94 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $94.
It's difficult to get from Chambéry - Challes-les-Eaux to Florence Santa Maria Novella without transferring at least once.


Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Chambéry - Challes-les-Eaux to Florence Santa Maria Novella among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $49. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 25m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $49, and a flight costs an average of $170.
Distance: 289 miles (466 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$162 Average price | $81 Average price Cheapest | $207 Average price | $271 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 55m Average total duration Fastest 5h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 20m Average total duration 9h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 48m Average total duration 8h 48m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 6h 5m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Chambéry - Challes-les-Eaux to Florence Santa Maria Novella:
A bus is $81 (€66) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Chambéry - Challes-les-Eaux to Florence Santa Maria Novella costing on average $162 (€132).
A bus is $127 (€104) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Chambéry - Challes-les-Eaux to Florence Santa Maria Novella costing on average $207 (€170).
Other travel options to Florence Santa Maria Novella take longer:
Flight takes on average 8h 48m.
Bus takes on average 9h 50m.
The journey is about 40m faster (5h 25m by train vs 6h 5m by car) and roughly $110 (€90) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($162 (€132) vs $271 (€222)). 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 Chambéry - Challes-les-Eaux to Florence Santa Maria Novella trains for today, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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9243+ FRECCIAROSSA 9323 | On time 9:44 AM Chambéry - Challes-les-Eaux | 8h06 | 5:50 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
9243+ FRECCIAROSSA 9325 | On time 9:44 AM Chambéry - Challes-les-Eaux | 9h06 | 6:50 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
9243+ FRECCIAROSSA 9321 | On time 9:44 AM Chambéry - Challes-les-Eaux | 7h06 | 4:50 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Chambéry - Challes-les-Eaux to Florence Santa Maria Novella run on average 2 times per day, taking around 5h 25m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $118 (€97) but you can travel from only $49 (€40) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 08:54, the last at 09:54. The fastest train covers the 289 miles (466 km) distance in 5h 56m.
Distance 289 miles (466 km) |
Average train duration 5h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price $118 (€97) |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 5h 56m |
First train 8:54 AM |
Last train 9:54 AM |
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Discover the best of Firenze Santa Maria Novella — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Firenze Santa Maria Novella trip today.
Florence’s flagship art museum, famous for Botticelli, Leonardo, Michelangelo, and Raphael. Timed entry is strongly advised due to very high demand.
Best known for Michelangelo’s David, plus important Florentine paintings and sculpture. Advance booking is commonly needed.
Vast former Medici palace housing several museum collections, including Palatine Gallery interiors and royal apartments.
The symbolic heart of Florence, packed with the cathedral complex and some of the city’s most photographed architecture.
Historic civic square filled with monumental sculpture and framed by Palazzo Vecchio and the Loggia dei Lanzi.
The classic panoramic terrace over Florence, especially popular at sunset and widely featured in travel photography and social media.
The iconic Florentine T-bone steak, cut very thick from Chianina beef and grilled rare over coals. It is one of the city’s most famous traditional dishes.
A classic Florentine street food made from the fourth stomach of the cow, simmered in broth and usually served in a bread roll with green sauce or spicy oil.
A hearty Tuscan soup of bread, cannellini beans, and vegetables, especially black cabbage. It is a rustic peasant dish strongly associated with Florence and Tuscany.
Established Michelin-starred restaurant offering refined contemporary Tuscan cuisine in an elegant setting within central Florence.
Long-established local favorite known for its intimate old-school atmosphere and classic dishes such as butter chicken and Tuscan comfort food.
Historic, no-frills Florentine trattoria near the central market, famous for traditional Tuscan dishes including steak, ribollita, and hearty daily specials.
Moderate for Italy: cafés and casual meals are reasonable, but hotels and tourist-area dining near the station cost more.
Service is often included or covered by coperto. Tipping is not obligatory; round up or leave EUR 1-2 at cafés, 5-10% for great restaurant service, and round up taxis.
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Firenze Santa Maria Novella -> Piazza del Duomo, Florence
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Chambéry - Challes-les-Eaux 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.

Most Chambéry - Challes-les-Eaux to Florence Santa Maria Novella trains use the Chambéry - Challes-les-Eaux to Firenze Santa Maria Novella station pair. Use this guide to compare Chambéry - Challes-les-Eaux and Florence Santa Maria Novella train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Chambéry - Challes-les-Eaux is 1 km from Chambéry city centre. Public transport options include:
Chambéry - Challes-les-Eaux has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: BChef, Selecta
Free, unlimited Wi-Fi is available after creating an account and connecting to "CONNECTION.".
The ticket office is open Mon - Thu: 09:00 - 16:15, Fri: 10:15 - 17:30, Sat: 09:00 - 16:15. Information desks are located to the right side of the entrance.
Available at Chambéry - Challes-les-Eaux: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Chambéry - Challes-les-Eaux: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Chambéry - Challes-les-Eaux: Accessible facilities such as toilets, train platforms, and ramps and additional assistance as needed.
Nearby hotels include Hôtel Mercure Chambéry Centre, Hotel Actuel Chambery Centre, B&B Hotel.
Firenze Santa Maria Novella is 1 km from Florence city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options include: 12oz Coffee Joint, Casa Maioli, Don Nino, Fratelli Cuore, McDonald´s, Panella, Segafredo Zanetti, Spizzico, Venchi, & many more
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.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00. Information desks are located inside and outside the station.
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.
Available at Firenze Santa Maria Novella: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Firenze Santa Maria Novella: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
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.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Luxor Florence, Joy Hotel Florence, Diplomat Hotel Florence.
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