- Must visit
Museo della Collegiata di Sant'Andrea
Empoli’s leading museum combines archaeology and Tuscan art, including works tied to Pontormo and local history, making it the city’s essential cultural stop.
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Florence Peretola Airport to Empoli among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $7 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 59m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $7, while a train costs an average of $7.
Distance: 14 miles (23 km)
Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
$7 Average price Cheapest | $7 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
59m Average total duration Fastest 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 33m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
The journey is about 4m faster (29m by train vs 33m by car) and roughly $0.18 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($7 vs $7). 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.
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Trains from Florence Peretola Airport to Empoli run on average 48 times per day, taking around 29m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $6 if you book in advance.
There are 16 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:50, the last at 03:50. The fastest train covers the 14 miles (23 km) distance in 21m.
Distance 14 miles (23 km) |
Average train duration 29m |
Cheapest ticket price $6 |
Trains per day 48 |
Direct trains 16 |
Fastest train 21m |
First train 3:50 AM |
Last train 3:50 AM |
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Empoli’s leading museum combines archaeology and Tuscan art, including works tied to Pontormo and local history, making it the city’s essential cultural stop.
Birthplace museum dedicated to Pontormo, the Mannerist master born in Empoli, offering context on his life and the artistic identity of the Pontorme district.
Small church museum preserving religious artworks and architecture, valued for its elegant Gothic façade and compact, rewarding historic interiors.
Empoli’s main square, framed by historic buildings and the collegiata, is the best place to start exploring the city’s medieval core on foot.
Lively central square with fountains and seating, popular with locals and visitors as a modern gathering place near shopping streets and events.
Elegant square near the church of Santo Stefano, appreciated for its quieter atmosphere, historic façades, and easy connection to the old center.
Tuscan soup of stale bread, cannellini beans and black cabbage. A rural classic around Empoli, prized for turning simple farm ingredients into rich comfort food.
Thick bread and vegetable soup with tomato, beans, celery and cavolo nero. It is a hallmark of peasant cooking across the Empolese Valdelsa area.
Florentine-style tripe simmered in tomato with herbs, often served in a sandwich or on a plate. A beloved traditional street and trattoria dish in the area.
Refined Tuscan restaurant known for seasonal ingredients, polished service and creative regional dishes in an elegant setting.
Traditional Tuscan venue near Empoli known for grilled meats, local pasta and a rustic countryside atmosphere.
Casual, established spot for Tuscan classics, pizzas and hearty local dishes, popular with families and groups.
Moderate for Tuscany: stays and dining cost less than Florence, while local trains and simple meals remain fairly affordable for visitors.
Service is often included or minimal. Round up or leave €1-2 in cafes, 5-10% for very good restaurant service, and round up taxi fares.
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Empoli Stazione -> Piazza Farinata degli Uberti, Empoli
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Florence Peretola Airport to Empoli 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 Empoli, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Florence Peretola Airport to Empoli trains use the Firenze Santa Maria Novella to Empoli station pair. Use this guide to compare Florence Peretola Airport and Empoli 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.
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