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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Vatican
Cheapest price
$23
Average price
$27
Fastest journey
3 h 16 m
Average duration
4 h 2 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
230 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Vatican 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 Vatican will cost around $27 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $23.
Of the 4 trains that leave Florence Santa Maria Novella for Vatican on Thu, Jun 25, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Jun 25 the direct trains cover the 230 km distance in an average of 4 h 2 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 16 m .
On Thu, Jun 25 the slowest trains will take 5 h 17 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.
4:45 AM3h16Florence Santa Maria Novella8:01 AMVatican$231One-way0 transfers- 3:45 AM3h16Florence Santa Maria Novella7:01 AMVatican$241One-way0 transfers
11:14 AM4h17Florence Santa Maria Novella3:31 PMVatican$301One-way0 transfers- 2:14 PM5h17Florence Santa Maria Novella7:31 PMVatican$311One-way0 transfers
- 4:45 AM3h16Florence Santa Maria Novella8:01 AMVatican$231One-way0 transfers
- 3:45 AM3h16Florence Santa Maria Novella7:01 AMVatican$241One-way0 transfers
- 11:14 AM4h17Florence Santa Maria Novella3:31 PMVatican$301One-way0 transfers
- 2:14 PM5h17Florence Santa Maria Novella7:31 PMVatican$311One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Florence Santa Maria Novella to Vatican
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Vatican among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $8. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 55m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $8, and a flight costs an average of $77.
Distance: 142 miles (230 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$28 Average price | $12 Average price Cheapest | $124 Average price | $79 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 12m Average total duration 2h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 54m Average total duration 3h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 55m Average total duration Fastest 55m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 24m 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 Vatican:
A bus is $16 (€14) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Vatican costing on average $28 (€24).
A bus is $112 (€93) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Vatican costing on average $124 (€103).
Other travel options to Vatican take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 42m.
Bus takes on average 3h 24m.
The journey is about 42m faster (2h 42m by train vs 3h 24m by car) and roughly $50 (€42) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($28 (€24) vs $79 (€65)). 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 Italo, Frecciarossa.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Florence Santa Maria Novella to Vatican train times
The table below shows live departures for Florence Santa Maria Novella to Vatican trains for tomorrow, Thursday, June 25. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3:45 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3h16 | 7:01 AM Vatican | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 4:45 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3h16 | 8:01 AM Vatican | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 11:14 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 4h17 | 3:31 PM Vatican | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Vatican
Italy
Vatican City State
Trains from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Vatican run on average 147 times per day, taking around 2h 42m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $15 (€13) but you can travel from only $8 (€6) by bus.
There are 30 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:45, the last at 20:43. The fastest train covers the 142 miles (230 km) distance in 1h 41m.
Distance 142 miles (230 km) |
Average train duration 2h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price $15 (€13) |
Trains per day 147 |
Direct trains 30 |
Fastest train 1h 41m |
First train 3:45 AM |
Last train 8:43 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Train companies: Italo, Frecciarossa, Intercity, Regionale from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Vatican trainsItalo, Frecciarossa, Intercity, Regionale trains will get you between Florence Santa Maria Novella and Vatican from $8 (€6). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Vatican
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Vatican 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 Vatican, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Vatican
Most Florence Santa Maria Novella to Vatican trains use the Firenze Santa Maria Novella to Roma San Pietro station pair. Use this guide to compare Florence Santa Maria Novella and Vatican train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Firenze Santa Maria Novella from Florence city centre
Firenze Santa Maria Novella is 1 km from Florence city centre. Public transport options include:
Firenze Santa Maria Novella train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: 12oz Coffee Joint, Casa Maioli, Don Nino, Fratelli Cuore, McDonald´s, Panella, Segafredo Zanetti, Spizzico, Venchi, & many more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
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.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00. Information desks are located inside and outside the station.
Luggage and lost property
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.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Firenze Santa Maria Novella: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Firenze Santa Maria Novella: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
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.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Luxor Florence, Joy Hotel Florence, Diplomat Hotel Florence.
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