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Pinacoteca di Brera
One of Italy’s top art museums, featuring masterpieces by Mantegna, Bellini, Raphael, Caravaggio, and Piero della Francesca.
Cheapest price on Aug 31
$32
Average ticket price on Aug 31
$72
Fastest journey on Aug 31
1 h 43 m
Average journey duration on Aug 31
1 h 44 m
Trains on Aug 31
83
Distance
249 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Milan is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Milan will cost around $72 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $32.
On Mon, Aug 31, we found 83 trains from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Milan, including 54 direct services.
On Mon, Aug 31 the direct trains cover the 249 km distance in an average of 1 h 44 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 43 m .
On Mon, Aug 31 the slowest trains will take 1 h 44 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 18502 · Regionale 17808 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 2466
Regionale 18494 · Regionale 17830 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 2478
Regionale 18664 · Autobus TTPER B0400 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 2474
Regionale 18524 · Regionale 17838 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 2486
Regionale 18520 · Regionale 17834 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 2482
FRECCIAROSSA 9560
FRECCIAROSSA 9308
FRECCIAROSSA 9300
FRECCIAROSSA 9326
FRECCIAROSSA 9310Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Milan among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $24 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 46m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $24, while a flight costs an average of $257.
Distance: 154 miles (249 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$30 Average price | $24 Average price Cheapest | $257 Average price | $91 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 46m Average total duration Fastest 3h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 52m Average total duration 4h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 16m Average total duration 4h 16m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 3h 33m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Milan:
A bus is $6 (€5) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Milan costing on average $30 (€24).
A bus is $234 (€190) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Milan costing on average $257 (€209).
Other travel options to Milan take longer:
Flight takes on average 4h 16m.
Bus takes on average 4h 22m.
The journey is about 17m faster (3h 16m by train vs 3h 33m by car) and roughly $62 (€50) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($30 (€24) vs $91 (€74)). 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.
Direct services run with Italo, Frecciarossa, Intercity.
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 Florence Santa Maria Novella to Milan trains for today, Sunday, August 30. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FRECCIAROSSA 9400 · FRECCIAROSSA 9802 | 7:20 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2h15 | 9:35 AM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
9904 | 7:25 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1h44 | 9:09 AM Milan Rogoredo | 0 transfersDirect | |
9904 | 7:25 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1h55 | 9:20 AM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9508 | 7:55 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1h55 | 9:50 AM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9404 · FRECCIAROSSA 9610 | 8:19 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2h02 | 10:21 AM Milan Rogoredo | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9404 · FRECCIAROSSA 9610 | 8:19 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2h16 | 10:35 AM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 580 | 8:21 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3h54 | 12:15 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
9908 | 8:25 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1h55 | 10:20 AM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 94467 · Regionale TTPER 17570 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 2470 | 8:40 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 6h05 | 2:45 PM Milan Centrale | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9512 | 8:55 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1h55 | 10:50 AM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9304 | 9:10 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2h02 | 11:12 AM Milan Porta Garibaldi | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9304 | 9:10 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1h44 | 10:54 AM Milan Rogoredo | 0 transfersDirect | |
9912 | 9:25 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1h55 | 11:20 AM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9516 | 9:55 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1h55 | 11:50 AM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18510 · Regionale 17820 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 2490 | 10:09 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 6h36 | 4:45 PM Milan Centrale | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9490 · FRECCIAROSSA 8810 | 10:20 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2h10 | 12:30 PM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
9916 | 10:25 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1h44 | 12:09 PM Milan Rogoredo | 0 transfersDirect | |
9916 | 10:25 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1h55 | 12:20 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9520 | 10:55 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1h55 | 12:50 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9308 | 11:10 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1h44 | 12:54 PM Milan Rogoredo | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9308 | 11:10 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2h02 | 1:12 PM Milan Porta Garibaldi | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9414 · FRECCIAROSSA 9806 | 11:20 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2h05 | 1:25 PM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 94455 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 1704 | 11:40 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 8h00 | 7:40 PM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9524 | 11:55 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1h55 | 1:50 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18512 · Regionale 17824 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 1764 | 12:09 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 6h36 | 6:45 PM Milan Centrale | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9310 | 12:10 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2h02 | 2:12 PM Milan Porta Garibaldi | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9310 | 12:10 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1h44 | 1:54 PM Milan Rogoredo | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9416 · FRECCIAROSSA 8814 | 12:20 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2h05 | 2:25 PM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
9924 | 12:25 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1h44 | 2:09 PM Milan Rogoredo | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9514 | 12:55 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1h55 | 2:50 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8418 · FRECCIAROSSA 9632 | 1:20 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2h01 | 3:21 PM Milan Rogoredo | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8418 · FRECCIAROSSA 9632 | 1:20 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2h15 | 3:35 PM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
9928 | 1:25 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1h55 | 3:20 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 94457 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 1706 | 1:40 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 6h35 | 8:15 PM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18373 · Regionale Veloce 3096 | 1:53 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 7h17 | 9:10 PM Milan Porta Garibaldi | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9532 | 1:55 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1h55 | 3:50 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18518 · Regionale TTPER 17850 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 1704 | 2:09 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 5h31 | 7:40 PM Milan Centrale | 2 transfers | |
9932 | 2:25 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1h44 | 4:09 PM Milan Rogoredo | 0 transfersDirect | |
9932 | 2:25 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1h55 | 4:20 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18377 · TRENO DEL MARE TRENORD 3006 | 2:53 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 6h47 | 9:40 PM Milan Rogoredo | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18520 · Regionale TTPER 17934 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 1706 | 3:09 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 5h06 | 8:15 PM Milan Centrale | 2 transfers | |
8134 | 3:25 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1h55 | 5:20 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18522 · Regionale 17836 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3950 | 4:09 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 4h36 | 8:45 PM Milan Rogoredo | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18522+ Intercity 590 | 4:09 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 5h36 | 9:45 PM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18526 · Regionale 17838 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 1708 | 5:09 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 5h06 | 10:15 PM Milan Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18307 · Regionale 2296 | 5:28 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 5h54 | 11:22 PM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 94523 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 2494 | 5:40 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 5h50 | 11:30 PM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 4047+ Intercity 592+ Regionale Veloce TTPER 1712 | 6:28 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 4h32 | 11:00 PM Milan Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18482 · Regionale TTPER 17936 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 2494 | 6:37 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 4h53 | 11:30 PM Milan Centrale | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9552 | 6:55 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1h55 | 8:50 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18530+ Intercity 596 | 7:09 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 4h08 | 11:17 PM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
9958 | 7:25 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1h44 | 9:09 PM Milan Rogoredo | 0 transfersDirect | |
9958 | 7:25 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1h55 | 9:20 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9556 | 7:55 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1h55 | 9:50 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18532+ Intercity 1588 | 8:09 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 4h11 | 12:20 AM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9326 | 8:10 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2h02 | 10:12 PM Milan Porta Garibaldi | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9326 | 8:10 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1h44 | 9:54 PM Milan Rogoredo | 0 transfersDirect | |
9954 | 8:25 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1h55 | 10:20 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
9954 | 8:25 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1h44 | 10:09 PM Milan Rogoredo | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9560 | 8:55 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1h55 | 10:50 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9560 | 8:55 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1h43 | 10:38 PM Milan Rogoredo | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9434 · FRECCIAROSSA 8830 | 9:20 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2h05 | 11:25 PM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
8158 | 9:25 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1h55 | 11:20 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9330 | 9:36 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2h49 | 12:25 AM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9592 | 9:55 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1h55 | 11:50 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
9962 | 10:25 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1h44 | 12:09 AM Milan Rogoredo | 0 transfersDirect | |
9962 | 10:25 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1h55 | 12:20 AM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18805+ InterCityNotte 774 · InterCityNotte 758 | 11:18 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 7h47 | 7:05 AM Milan Centrale | 2 transfers | |
| Monday, August 31 | |||||
Regionale 17800 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 2460 | 4:32 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 5h13 | 9:45 AM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Milan run on average 78 times per day, taking around 3h 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $15 (€13) but you can travel from only $12 (€10) by bus.
There are 50 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 02:32, the last at 21:18. The fastest train covers the 154 miles (249 km) distance in 1h 55m.
Distance 154 miles (249 km) |
Average train duration 3h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price $15 (€13) |
Trains per day 78 |
Direct trains 50 |
Fastest train 1h 55m |
First train 2:32 AM |
Last train 9:18 PM |
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Cheapest Day Sat |
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Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Mon |
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One of Italy’s top art museums, featuring masterpieces by Mantegna, Bellini, Raphael, Caravaggio, and Piero della Francesca.
This contemporary art museum near Porta Romana presents rotating exhibitions in a striking former industrial distillery complex.
Italy’s leading science museum is set in a former monastery and features Leonardo galleries, trains, aircraft, and a submarine.
Milan’s central square frames the cathedral and major civic buildings, making it the city’s essential meeting point and photo stop.
This artistic district offers charming lanes, Brera atmosphere, boutiques, and easy access to galleries and evening strolls.
A large landscaped park behind the castle, perfect for walks, skyline views, and reaching landmarks like the Arch of Peace.
Saffron risotto cooked with butter, stock and cheese. It is Milan's signature dish, linked to the city's love of rich northern Italian rice cookery.
Breaded veal cutlet fried in butter until golden. A classic Milanese main, prized for its simple preparation and long-standing local tradition.
Slow-braised veal shanks with vegetables, wine and broth, often finished with gremolata. A hearty Lombard specialty commonly paired with risotto.
Three-Michelin-star fine dining by Enrico Bartolini in MUDEC. Expect refined Italian tasting menus in a polished contemporary setting.
Historic Milanese restaurant near the Duomo, famous for risotto and cotoletta. Traditional, elegant rooms and a strong local culinary identity.
Long-running local favorite for classic Milanese cuisine, especially risotto and ossobuco. Warm, old-school atmosphere in the Brera area.
Moderate for Western Europe. Hotels and central dining can be pricey, but transit is affordable and budget meals, aperitivo deals, and local cafes help keep daily costs reasonable.
Tipping is modest. Service may be included. Round up or leave €1-2 at cafes, 5-10% for good restaurant service, and round up taxi fares.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Milan 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 Milan, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Florence Santa Maria Novella to Milan trains use the Firenze Santa Maria Novella to Milano Centrale station pair, with some services arriving at Milano Rogoredo. Use this guide to compare Florence Santa Maria Novella and Milan train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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.
Milano Centrale is 2 km from Milan city centre. Public transport options include:
Milano Centrale 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: Venchi, Panzera Coffee, Burger King, Bar Motta, Caffè Napoli, VyTA Boulangerie, Spontini, Starbucks, Dispensa Emilia, McDonald's, & many more
Free WiFi in the station. ATMs are there are ATMs in various locations around the station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 05:50 - 22:20. Information desks are located next to the ticket office on the ground floor in the shopping gallery.
Luggage storage is provided by KiPoint and located on the ground floor, on the side of Piazza Luigi di Savoia. It is open every day from 06:00 to 23:00.
Available at Milano Centrale: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Milano Centrale: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Milano Centrale: Station is wheelchair accessible, has elevators and the Sala Blu, Trenitalia's office of assistance for disabled travelers, is next to Platform 4.
Nearby hotels include Glam Hotel Milano, NYX MIlan, iQ Hotel Milano.
Milano Rogoredo is 5 km from Milan city centre. Public transport options include:
Milano Rogoredo has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Ristorante Pizzeria Il Moro, Osteria La Piola
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Milano Rogoredo. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Milano Rogoredo. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Milano Rogoredo: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Milano Rogoredo: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Milano Rogoredo: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Starhotels Business Palace, Hotel Mistral, Hotel Brenta Milano.
Milano Porta Garibaldi is 2 km from Milan city centre. Public transport options include:
Milano Porta Garibaldi has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food options include: Caffeteria Panni Caldi, Princi, Burgez, Bricco Café, U! Come tu mi vuoi, Autogrill, Culto
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located in the main hall.
Available at Milano Porta Garibaldi: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Milano Porta Garibaldi: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Milano Porta Garibaldi: Accessible facilities such as ticket machines, toilets, and ramps and additional assistance as needed from 07:45 to 22:30.
Nearby hotels include Hotel NH Milano Palazzo Moscova, AC Hotel by Marriott Milano, Tocq Hotel.
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