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Musei del Castello di Udine
Museum complex in Udine Castle with art, archaeology, and city history. It is the essential museum stop for understanding Udine and Friuli.
Cheapest price on Aug 31
€20
Average ticket price on Aug 31
€28
Fastest journey on Aug 31
7 h
Average journey duration on Aug 31
8 h 46 m
Trains on Aug 31
4
Distance
299 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Udine 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 Udine will cost around €28 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €20.
On Mon, Aug 31, we found 4 trains from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Udine, including 4 direct services.
On Mon, Aug 31 the direct trains cover the 299 km distance in an average of 8 h 46 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 7 h .
On Mon, Aug 31 the slowest trains will take 9 h 25 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 Udine among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €29 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 47m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €29, while a flight costs an average of €174.
Distance: 185 miles (299 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€29 Average price | €29 Average price Cheapest | €174 Average price | €92 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 47m Average total duration Fastest 4h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 6m Average total duration 5h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 36m Average total duration 3h 36m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 4h 8m 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 Udine:
A bus is €0.13 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Udine costing on average €29.
A bus is €145 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Udine costing on average €174.
Other travel options to Udine take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 17m.
Bus takes on average 5h 36m.
Tickets start at around €29 compared to roughly €92 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €63. The journey takes 4h 17m versus 4h 8m 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.
Direct services run with Italo, Frecciarossa.
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 Udine 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Regionale 18805+ InterCityNotte 774+ Regionale Veloce 16048 | 11:18 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 8h33 | 7:51 AM Udine station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18805+ InterCityNotte 774 | 11:18 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 9h20 | 8:38 AM Udine station | 1 transfer | |
| Monday, August 31 | |||||
![]() | 2:32 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 7h00 | 9:32 AM Udine | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Udine run on average 26 times per day, taking around 4h 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €21 but you can travel from only €20 by bus.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 02:32, the last at 21:18. The fastest train covers the 185 miles (299 km) distance in 6h 54m.
Distance 185 miles (299 km) |
Average train duration 4h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price €21 |
Trains per day 26 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 6h 54m |
First train 2:32 AM |
Last train 9:18 PM |
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Discover the best of Udine — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Udine trip today.
Museum complex in Udine Castle with art, archaeology, and city history. It is the essential museum stop for understanding Udine and Friuli.
Museum dedicated to patriarchal history, sculpture, and manuscripts in the archbishop’s palace. It is one of Udine’s richest cultural collections.
City gallery focused on modern and contemporary art, often hosting temporary exhibitions in a refined historic setting.
Udine’s grand central square, surrounded by arcades and civic monuments. It is the city’s classic meeting point and best place to start exploring.
Castle hill green space and walking area with some of the best panoramas over rooftops and the surrounding Friulian plain.
Lively square lined with historic buildings and market atmosphere. It feels local, walkable, and closely connected to Udine’s daily urban life.
Potato dumplings filled with smoked ricotta, raisins, herbs, and sometimes cinnamon. A classic Friulian first course with sweet-savory Alpine influence.
Thin potato pancake cooked crisp and often filled with Montasio cheese, herbs, or onions. It is a rustic Friulian specialty from Carnia.
Hearty bean and sauerkraut soup, often enriched with potatoes and pork. A traditional winter dish in Friuli shaped by Central European tastes.
Refined Michelin-starred dining known for creative Friulian cuisine and polished service in an elegant setting near central Udine.
Well-known osteria for hearty Friulian cooking, seasonal specialties, and a convivial local feel with a strong regional identity.
Historic restaurant and wine bar serving traditional Friulian dishes, local wines, and regional products in a classic central atmosphere.
Moderate for northern Italy. Hotels and dining are below Venice or Milan, while local buses and casual meals stay fairly affordable for tourists.
Tipping is modest. Service may be included. Round up or leave €1-2 at cafés, 5-10% for great restaurant service, and round up taxi fares.
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Udine Railway Station -> Piazza Libertà, Udine
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Udine 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 Udine, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Florence Santa Maria Novella to Udine trains use the Firenze Santa Maria Novella to Udine station pair, with some services arriving at San Gottardo. Use this guide to compare Florence Santa Maria Novella and Udine 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.
Udine 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: Peperino Pizza & Grill, Samurai Ramen
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Udine. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Udine. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Udine: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Udine: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Udine: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Best Western Hotel Continental, Hotel Friuli, Ambassador Palace Hotel.
San Gottardo is 3 km from Udine city centre. Public transport options include:
San Gottardo has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Several eateries available inside the station.
Free Wi-Fi access in waiting areas. ATMs are aTM located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at San Gottardo.
Available at San Gottardo: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at San Gottardo: Station is accessible for wheelchair users.
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