- Must visit
Uffizi Gallery
World-famous gallery with Botticelli, Leonardo, and Michelangelo. Essential for understanding Renaissance painting and one of Florence’s top visits.
Cheapest price
$6
Average price
$6
Fastest journey
17 m
Average duration
22 m
Trains per day
79
Distance
25 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Empoli to Florence is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Empoli to Florence will cost around $6 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $6.
Of the 79 trains that leave Empoli for Florence on Sat, Aug 01, 79 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Aug 01 the direct trains cover the 25 km distance in an average of 22 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 17 m .
On Sat, Aug 01 the slowest trains will take 24 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 18322
Regionale Veloce 4010
Regionale 18318
Regionale 18272
Regionale 18214
Regionale Veloce 4010
Regionale 18278
Regionale Veloce 4060
Regionale 18194
Regionale Veloce 4046Trains from Empoli to Florence run on average 56 times per day, taking around 34m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $6 (€5) but you can travel from only $6 (€5) by bus.
There are 55 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:19, the last at 23:51. The fastest train covers the 15 miles (25 km) distance in 24m.
Distance 15 miles (25 km) |
Average train duration 34m |
Cheapest ticket price $6 (€5) |
Trains per day 56 |
Direct trains 55 |
Fastest train 24m |
First train 12:19 AM |
Last train 11:51 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 70 days |
The table below shows live departures for Empoli to Florence trains for today, Friday, July 31. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Regionale Veloce 4038 | 3:04 PM Empoli station | 0h29 | 3:33 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18226 | 3:21 PM Empoli station | 0h31 | 3:52 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18393 | 3:32 PM Empoli station | 0h36 | 4:08 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 4040 | 3:37 PM Empoli station | 0h24 | 4:01 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 4042 | 4:04 PM Empoli station | 0h29 | 4:33 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18228 | 4:21 PM Empoli station | 0h31 | 4:52 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18415 | 4:32 PM Empoli station | 0h36 | 5:08 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18308 | 4:47 PM Empoli station | 0h38 | 5:25 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 4044 | 5:04 PM Empoli station | 0h29 | 5:33 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18232 | 5:21 PM Empoli station | 0h31 | 5:52 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18399 | 5:32 PM Empoli station | 0h36 | 6:08 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 4046 | 5:37 PM Empoli station | 0h24 | 6:01 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 4048 | 6:04 PM Empoli station | 0h29 | 6:33 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18312 | 6:08 PM Empoli station | 0h35 | 6:43 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18234 | 6:21 PM Empoli station | 0h31 | 6:52 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18401 | 6:32 PM Empoli station | 0h36 | 7:08 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18314 | 6:47 PM Empoli station | 0h36 | 7:23 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 4052 | 7:04 PM Empoli station | 0h29 | 7:33 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18236 | 7:21 PM Empoli station | 0h31 | 7:52 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18403 | 7:32 PM Empoli station | 0h36 | 8:08 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 4056 | 7:37 PM Empoli station | 0h24 | 8:01 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18318 | 7:47 PM Empoli station | 0h38 | 8:25 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 4058 | 8:04 PM Empoli station | 0h29 | 8:33 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18238 | 8:21 PM Empoli station | 0h31 | 8:52 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18423 | 8:32 PM Empoli station | 0h36 | 9:08 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18320 | 8:47 PM Empoli station | 0h36 | 9:23 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 4060 | 9:07 PM Empoli station | 0h22 | 9:29 PM Florence Rifredi | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 4060 | 9:07 PM Empoli station | 0h32 | 9:39 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18407 | 9:17 PM Empoli station | 0h40 | 9:57 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18242 | 9:21 PM Empoli station | 0h31 | 9:52 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18322 | 9:47 PM Empoli station | 0h28 | 10:15 PM Florence Rifredi | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18322 | 9:47 PM Empoli station | 0h39 | 10:26 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 4062 | 10:04 PM Empoli station | 0h28 | 10:32 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18328 | 10:41 PM Empoli station | 0h38 | 11:19 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18330 | 11:15 PM Empoli station | 0h35 | 11:50 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18250 | 4:53 AM Empoli station | 0h35 | 5:28 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18252 | 6:02 AM Empoli station | 0h37 | 6:39 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18254 | 6:18 AM Empoli station | 0h35 | 6:53 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18391 | 6:34 AM Empoli station | 0h40 | 7:14 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18200 | 6:45 AM Empoli station | 0h38 | 7:23 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18200 | 6:45 AM Empoli station | 0h28 | 7:13 AM Florence Rifredi | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18260 | 6:59 AM Empoli station | 0h29 | 7:28 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 4010 | 7:09 AM Empoli station | 0h17 | 7:26 AM Florence Rifredi | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 4010 | 7:09 AM Empoli station | 0h27 | 7:36 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18194 | 7:23 AM Empoli station | 0h23 | 7:46 AM Florence Rifredi | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18194 | 7:23 AM Empoli station | 0h33 | 7:56 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18264 | 7:31 AM Empoli station | 0h38 | 8:09 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18264 | 7:31 AM Empoli station | 0h28 | 7:59 AM Florence Rifredi | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18266 | 7:41 AM Empoli station | 0h38 | 8:19 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18208 | 7:50 AM Empoli station | 0h32 | 8:22 AM Florence Rifredi | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18208 | 7:50 AM Empoli station | 0h42 | 8:32 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 4014 | 8:08 AM Empoli station | 0h30 | 8:38 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18425 | 8:15 AM Empoli station | 0h33 | 8:48 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18212 | 8:20 AM Empoli station | 0h39 | 8:59 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18268 | 8:32 AM Empoli station | 0h36 | 9:08 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18272 | 8:47 AM Empoli station | 0h36 | 9:23 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 4016 | 9:04 AM Empoli station | 0h29 | 9:33 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18214 | 9:21 AM Empoli station | 0h31 | 9:52 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 4018 | 9:37 AM Empoli station | 0h24 | 10:01 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18278 | 9:45 AM Empoli station | 0h32 | 10:17 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18278 | 9:45 AM Empoli station | 0h22 | 10:07 AM Florence Rifredi | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 4020 | 10:04 AM Empoli station | 0h29 | 10:33 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18218 | 10:21 AM Empoli station | 0h31 | 10:52 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18282 | 10:32 AM Empoli station | 0h36 | 11:08 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18286 | 10:47 AM Empoli station | 0h36 | 11:23 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 4026 | 11:04 AM Empoli station | 0h29 | 11:33 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18411 | 11:32 AM Empoli station | 0h36 | 12:08 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 4028 | 11:37 AM Empoli station | 0h24 | 12:01 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 4030 | 12:02 PM Empoli station | 0h31 | 12:33 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18220 | 12:21 PM Empoli station | 0h31 | 12:52 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18288 | 12:32 PM Empoli station | 0h36 | 1:08 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18290 | 12:47 PM Empoli station | 0h36 | 1:23 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 4032 | 1:04 PM Empoli station | 0h29 | 1:33 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18222 | 1:21 PM Empoli station | 0h31 | 1:52 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18296 | 1:32 PM Empoli station | 0h35 | 2:07 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 4034 | 1:37 PM Empoli station | 0h24 | 2:01 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 19498 | 2:04 PM Empoli station | 0h29 | 2:33 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18224 | 2:21 PM Empoli station | 0h31 | 2:52 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18413 | 2:32 PM Empoli station | 0h36 | 3:08 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18304 | 2:47 PM Empoli station | 0h38 | 3:25 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Discover the best of Florence — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Florence trip today.
World-famous gallery with Botticelli, Leonardo, and Michelangelo. Essential for understanding Renaissance painting and one of Florence’s top visits.
Houses Michelangelo’s David alongside major Renaissance sculptures. A must for first-time visitors interested in Florence’s artistic legacy.
Monastic museum with Fra Angelico frescoes and tranquil cells. Ideal for experiencing spiritual art in one of Florence’s most atmospheric spaces.
Florence’s monumental main square, framed by civic buildings and sculpture. A must for first impressions, history, and lively urban atmosphere.
The cathedral square is Florence’s ceremonial heart, surrounded by the Duomo, Baptistery, and bell tower. Essential for architecture lovers.
Riverside viewpoint with one of Florence’s classic panoramas. Best at sunset for sweeping views over the Arno, domes, and historic center.
Thick Florentine T-bone steak from Chianina beef, grilled rare over coals. It is the city's signature celebratory dish and a classic of Tuscan cuisine.
A rustic Tuscan bread soup with black cabbage, cannellini beans, vegetables, and olive oil. A beloved frugal dish rooted in Florentine home cooking.
A thick soup of bread, tomatoes, basil, garlic, and olive oil, served warm or at room temperature. It celebrates simple Tuscan ingredients and stale bread.
Three-Michelin-star fine dining by Enoteca Pinchiorri, known for refined Italian cuisine and an exceptional wine cellar. Elegant and formal.
Legendary casual stop for Lampredotto sandwiches and other tripe specialties. Simple, authentic street food experience in central Florence.
Historic steakhouse famed for Bistecca Alla Fiorentina and classic Tuscan dishes. Traditional, bustling atmosphere near Santa Croce.
Moderate for Italy: hotels in the center are pricier, but dining and transit are reasonable versus Rome or Venice.
Service is often included. Round up or leave €1-2 at cafés, 5-10% for great restaurant service, and round up taxi fares.
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Firenze Santa Maria Novella -> Piazza del Duomo, Florence
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Empoli to Florence 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Empoli to Florence trains use the Empoli to Firenze Santa Maria Novella station pair, with some services arriving at Firenze Rifredi. Use this guide to compare Empoli and Florence train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Empoli has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Ristorante Il Rifugio, Osteria del Gusto
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Empoli. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Empoli. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Empoli: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Empoli: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Empoli: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Tazza d'Oro, Hotel Da Vinci, Hotel Il Sole.
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.
Firenze Rifredi is 3 km from Florence city centre. Public transport options include:
Firenze Rifredi has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Trattoria Fratelli Briganti, Osteria di Poneta
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Firenze Rifredi. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Firenze Rifredi. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Firenze Rifredi: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Firenze Rifredi: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Firenze Rifredi: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Raffaello, Hotel Corolle, Hotel Dalmazia.
Firenze Campo di Marte is 2 km from Florence city centre. Public transport options include:
Firenze Campo di Marte has practical services for this route, including Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food options include: Moka Café
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 07:15 - 20:45.
Available at Firenze Campo di Marte: Taxis, WC.
Available at Firenze Campo di Marte: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Firenze Campo di Marte: The station is fully accessible, with step-free access throughout the station.
Nearby hotels include Florence Stadium B&B, Hotel Villa Liana, Hotel della Robbia.
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