- Must visit
Revoltella Museum
Major modern art museum in a historic palace, known for 19th- and 20th-century Italian art and elegant interiors.
Cheapest price
$27
Average price
$37
Fastest journey
5 h 10 m
Average duration
6 h 44 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
289 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Trieste 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 Trieste will cost around $37 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $27.
Of the 4 trains that leave Florence Santa Maria Novella for Trieste on Sat, Jun 20, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jun 20 the direct trains cover the 289 km distance in an average of 6 h 44 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 10 m .
On Sat, Jun 20 the slowest trains will take 7 h 16 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 Trieste among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $19. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 35m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $19, and a train costs an average of $23.
Distance: 179 miles (289 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$40 Average price | $30 Average price Cheapest | $118 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 5m Average total duration Fastest 4h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 50m Average total duration 5h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 59m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Trieste:
A bus is $10 (€8) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Trieste costing on average $40 (€33).
Other travel options to Trieste take longer:
Bus takes on average 5h 20m.
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Direct services run with Italo.
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 Trieste trains for today, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 4:23 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 5h15 | 9:38 PM Trieste | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:28 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 5h10 | 10:38 PM Trieste | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, June 20 | |||||
![]() | 2:32 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 7h16 | 9:48 AM Trieste | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:32 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 7h16 | 10:48 AM Trieste | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Trieste run on average 16 times per day, taking around 4h 35m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $23 (€19) but you can travel from only $19 (€16) by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 02:32, the last at 17:28. The fastest train covers the 179 miles (289 km) distance in 4h 7m.
Distance 179 miles (289 km) |
Average train duration 4h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price $23 (€19) |
Trains per day 16 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 4h 7m |
First train 2:32 AM |
Last train 5:28 PM |
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Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
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Major modern art museum in a historic palace, known for 19th- and 20th-century Italian art and elegant interiors.
Memorial museum at the former Nazi detention and extermination camp, an important historical and educational site.
Archaeology museum with Roman finds, sculptures and artifacts that highlight Trieste's ancient history.
Trieste's grand seafront square, famous for its elegant architecture and lively atmosphere day and night.
Picturesque canal lined with historic buildings, churches and cafés, one of the city's most photographed walks.
Long pier stretching into the Adriatic, beloved for sunset walks and open views back toward the city.
Hearty Triestine soup of sauerkraut or beans, potatoes, and pork, reflecting the city’s Central European and Adriatic influences.
Potato dumplings stuffed with plums, then dressed with butter, breadcrumbs, sugar, and cinnamon; a classic dish from the Trieste area.
Ham baked in a bread crust, traditionally served warm with mustard and horseradish, showing Trieste’s Austro-Hungarian culinary heritage.
Elegant fine dining restaurant known for polished service and contemporary cuisine in central Trieste.
Historic, established trattoria famous for Triestine and Karst cuisine, game dishes, and a traditional atmosphere.
Well-regarded seafood trattoria with a refined but relaxed setting, specializing in fresh Adriatic fish and seasonal dishes.
Moderate by Italian standards. Coffee and casual meals are reasonable, while hotels and waterfront dining cost more in peak season.
Service is often included or covered by a coperto. Tipping is not required, but rounding up or leaving 5-10% for good table service is appreciated. Little or no tip for coffee at the bar.
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Trieste Centrale, Trieste -> Piazza Unità d'Italia, Trieste
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Trieste 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 Trieste, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Florence Santa Maria Novella to Trieste trains use the Firenze Santa Maria Novella to Trieste Centrale station pair. Use this guide to compare Florence Santa Maria Novella and Trieste 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.
Firenze Campo di Marte is 2 km from Florence city centre. Public transport options include:
Firenze Campo di Marte has practical services for this route, including Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food options include: Moka Café
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 07:15 - 20:45.
Available at Firenze Campo di Marte: Taxis, WC.
Available at Firenze Campo di Marte: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Firenze Campo di Marte: The station is fully accessible, with step-free access throughout the station.
Nearby hotels include Florence Stadium B&B, Hotel Villa Liana, Hotel della Robbia.
Firenze Rifredi is 3 km from Florence city centre. Public transport options include:
Firenze Rifredi has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Trattoria Fratelli Briganti, Osteria di Poneta
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Firenze Rifredi. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Firenze Rifredi. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Firenze Rifredi: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Firenze Rifredi: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Firenze Rifredi: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Raffaello, Hotel Corolle, Hotel Dalmazia.
Trieste Centrale is 1 km from Trieste city centre. Public transport options include:
Trieste Centrale 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: Buffet da Pepi, Trattoria Nerodiseppia
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Trieste Centrale. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Trieste Centrale. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Trieste Centrale: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Trieste Centrale: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Trieste Centrale: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Savoia Excelsior Palace Trieste, Hotel Continentale, NH Trieste.
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