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Museo del Santuario di San Francesco di Paola
Museum at the sanctuary presenting objects, documents, and devotional material linked to Saint Francis of Paola and the order he founded.
Cheapest price on Sep 24
$63
Average ticket price on Sep 24
$89
Fastest journey on Sep 24
5 h 37 m
Average journey duration on Sep 24
8 h 36 m
Trains on Sep 24
2
Distance
632 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Paola 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 Paola will cost around $89 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $63.
On Thu, Sep 24, we found 2 trains from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Paola, including 2 direct services.
On Thu, Sep 24 the direct trains cover the 632 km distance in an average of 8 h 36 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 37 m .
On Thu, Sep 24 the slowest trains will take 11 h 34 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.




Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Paola among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $61 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 7h 24m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $61, while a train costs an average of $114.
Distance: 392 miles (632 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$114 Average price | $61 Average price Cheapest | $197 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 24m Average total duration Fastest 6h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 44m Average total duration 10h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 24m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Paola:
A bus is $53 (€44) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Paola costing on average $114 (€93).
Other travel options to Paola take longer:
Bus takes on average 10h 14m.
The journey is about 30m faster (6h 54m by train vs 7h 24m by car) and roughly $83 (€68) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($114 (€93) vs $197 (€161)). 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 Frecciarossa, Italo.
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 Paola trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, September 23. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 2:43 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 5h37 | 8:20 PM Paola | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Paola run on average 18 times per day, taking around 6h 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $40 (€33) if you book in advance.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:43, the last at 22:40. The fastest train covers the 392 miles (632 km) distance in 5h 0m.
Distance 392 miles (632 km) |
Average train duration 6h 54m |
Cheapest ticket price $40 (€33) |
Trains per day 18 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 5h 0m |
First train 6:43 AM |
Last train 10:40 PM |
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Museum at the sanctuary presenting objects, documents, and devotional material linked to Saint Francis of Paola and the order he founded.
Exhibition space focused on the saint’s life, miracles, and historical memory, helpful for adding context before or after visiting the sanctuary.
Small local museum area within the sanctuary complex showing religious art and archival pieces connected to Paola’s most important heritage site.
The atmospheric old town with narrow lanes, churches, and traditional buildings, best explored on foot for local character and views.
Main civic square and social hub, framed by everyday town life and useful as a starting point for walks through central Paola.
Seafront walking area popular for sunsets and relaxed strolls, offering a pleasant contrast to the religious and historic sights inland.
Fileja are traditional Calabrian hand-rolled pasta, often served with rich goat or pork ragù. They are a hallmark of local home cooking and festive meals.
Lagane e ceci is an old southern dish of rustic pasta strips with chickpeas, valued for its peasant roots and comforting flavor across Calabria.
Surici fritti are lightly floured fried anchovies, popular on the Tyrrhenian coast near Paola. They are prized for freshness and simple seaside flavor.
Established seafood restaurant in Paola known for fresh fish dishes and classic Calabrian flavors in a relaxed, polished setting.
Well-known local restaurant offering traditional Calabrian cooking, pizza, and regional ingredients in a casual atmosphere.
Seafood-focused dining near the coast, appreciated for fresh catches, pasta, and a more refined atmosphere suited to a longer dinner.
Moderate for southern Italy. Hotels and trains are reasonable, while tourist-area dining costs more in peak season. Overall cheaper than Rome, Milan, or Amalfi.
Service is often included or modest. Round up or leave 5-10% at restaurants for good service. Taxis are usually rounded up. Small change is enough in cafes.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Paola 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 Paola, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Florence Santa Maria Novella to Paola trains use the Firenze Santa Maria Novella to Paola station pair. Use this guide to compare Florence Santa Maria Novella and Paola 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.
Paola has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Ristorante La Piazzetta, Trattoria del Mare
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Paola. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Paola. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Paola: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Paola: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Paola: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Blumentag, Hotel Sant'Agostino, Hotel Alhambra.
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