- Must visit
Louvre Museum
The world's most visited museum, home to the Mona Lisa and vast collections spanning ancient civilizations to 19th-century art.
Cheapest price
$111
Average price
$138
Fastest journey
9 h 16 m
Average duration
9 h 51 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
885 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Paris 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 Paris will cost around $138 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $111.
Of the 2 trains that leave Florence Santa Maria Novella for Paris on Thu, Jul 16, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Jul 16 the direct trains cover the 885 km distance in an average of 9 h 51 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 9 h 16 m .
On Thu, Jul 16 the slowest trains will take 10 h 26 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 flight as it is the most popular option from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Paris among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $53. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 20m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $53, and a train costs an average of $101.
Distance: 549 miles (885 km)
| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$131 Average price | $111 Average price | $111 Average price Cheapest | $238 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
11h 55m Average total duration 11h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 20m Average total duration Fastest 2h 20m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 17h 2m Average total duration 16h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 0m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Paris:
A bus is $0.19 (€0.16) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Paris costing on average $111 (€91).
A bus is $20 (€16) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Paris costing on average $131 (€107).
Other travel options to Paris take longer:
Train takes on average 11h 25m.
Bus takes on average 16h 32m.
Tickets start at around $131 (€107) compared to roughly $238 (€195) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $107 (€88). The journey takes 11h 25m versus 11h 0m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Florence Santa Maria Novella to Paris trains for today, Wednesday, July 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 11:10 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 10h26 | 9:36 PM Paris | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Paris run on average 1 times per day, taking around 11h 25m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $101 (€83) but you can travel from only $27 (€22) by flight.
The earliest train runs at 11:10, the last at 12:20. The fastest train covers the 549 miles (885 km) distance in 9h 16m.
Distance 549 miles (885 km) |
Average train duration 11h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price $101 (€83) |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 9h 16m |
First train 11:10 AM |
Last train 12:20 PM |
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The world's most visited museum, home to the Mona Lisa and vast collections spanning ancient civilizations to 19th-century art.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Paris 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 Paris, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Florence Santa Maria Novella to Paris trains use the Firenze Santa Maria Novella to Paris Gare de Lyon station pair. Use this guide to compare Florence Santa Maria Novella and Paris 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.
Paris Gare de Lyon is 2 km from Paris city centre. Public transport options include:
Paris Gare de Lyon 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: Le Train Bleu, La Fabrique Cookies, The Grand Comptoir, Café Pierre Hermé, Paul, Starbucks, Golden Brioche, Mezzo di Pasta, McDonald's, The Prem1er Café, & many more
Free unlimited WiFi. ATMs are in various points at the station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 04:45 - 01:30. Information desks are located in Hall 1.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are available daily from 06:15 to 22:00. They are located on the first level in Hall 3 on the Rue de Bercy side of the station.
Available at Paris Gare de Lyon: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Paris Gare de Lyon: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Paris Gare de Lyon: Full accessibility services for all types of disabilities throughout the station, including digital and electronic orientation systems.
Nearby hotels include Hôtel Parisianer, Hôtel Locomo, Hôtel Marceau Bastille.
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