- Must visit
Museo della Città
Rimini’s main city museum displays Roman finds, medieval art, and local history across several sections in an important historic complex.
Cheapest price
$19
Average price
$20
Fastest journey
3 h 21 m
Average duration
3 h 40 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
111 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Rimini 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 Rimini will cost around $20 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $19.
Of the 2 trains that leave Florence Santa Maria Novella for Rimini on Sat, Aug 01, 2 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 111 km distance in an average of 3 h 40 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 21 m .
On Sat, Aug 01 the slowest trains will take 3 h 58 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 Rimini among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $19. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 12m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $19, and a bus costs an average of $16.
Distance: 68 miles (111 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$20 Average price Cheapest | $27 Average price | $55 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 42m Average total duration Fastest 2h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 39m Average total duration 3h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 36m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Rimini:
A train is $7 (€6) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Rimini costing on average $27 (€22).
Other travel options to Rimini take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 9m.
The journey is about 24m faster (2h 12m by train vs 2h 36m by car) and roughly $35 (€28) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($20 (€16) vs $55 (€45)). 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.
The table below shows live departures for Florence Santa Maria Novella to Rimini 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 17852 · Regionale TTPER 18121 | 10:22 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3h51 | 2:13 AM Rimini station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18805+ InterCityNotte 774+ Regionale TTPER 17433 | 11:18 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 7h11 | 6:29 AM Rimini station | 2 transfers | |
| Saturday, August 1 | |||||
![]() | 6:24 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3h58 | 10:22 AM Rimini | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:40 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3h21 | 3:01 PM Rimini | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Rimini run on average 40 times per day, taking around 2h 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $19 (€15) but you can travel from only $16 (€13) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:09, the last at 21:18. The fastest train covers the 68 miles (111 km) distance in 3h 21m.
Distance 68 miles (111 km) |
Average train duration 2h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price $19 (€15) |
Trains per day 40 |
Fastest train 3h 21m |
First train 5:09 AM |
Last train 9:18 PM |
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Federico Fellini International Airport -> Rimini Railway Station
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Rimini 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 Rimini, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Florence Santa Maria Novella to Rimini trains use the Firenze Santa Maria Novella to Rimini station pair, with some services arriving at Rimini Miramare. Use this guide to compare Florence Santa Maria Novella and Rimini 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.
Rimini has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Ristorante Il Falco, Ristorante La Mi Mama
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Rimini. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Rimini. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Rimini: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Rimini: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Rimini: Ramps.
Nearby hotels include Grand Hotel Rimini, Hotel Sole Mio, Ambienthotels Villa Adriatica.
Rimini Miramare is 4 km from Rimini city centre. Public transport options include:
Rimini Miramare has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Paguro Cafe, Caffe Centrale
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Rimini Miramare. Information desks are located near the main entrance.
Available at Rimini Miramare: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Rimini Miramare: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Rimini Miramare: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Ascot & Spa, Hotel Touring, Hotel Principe di Piemonte.
Rimini Torre Pedrera is 7 km from Rimini city centre. Public transport options include:
Rimini Torre Pedrera has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, and Bike Parking.
Food options include: Mirage Restaurant & Pizza, Ristorante Altamarea
Available at Rimini Torre Pedrera: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Rimini Torre Pedrera: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Rimini Torre Pedrera: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Marina Rimini, Baldinini Hotel, Mirage Hotel.
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