- Must visit
Musei Civici agli Eremitani
Nearby art museum in Padua with major Veneto painting collections, ideal for visitors wanting a richer cultural day trip.
Cheapest price
$24
Average price
$24
Fastest journey
4 h 38 m
Average duration
4 h 38 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
182 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Florence to Abano Terme is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Florence to Abano Terme will cost around $24 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $24.
Of the 1 trains that leave Florence for Abano Terme on Sat, Aug 15, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Aug 15 the direct trains cover the 182 km distance in an average of 4 h 38 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 38 m .
On Sat, Aug 15 the slowest trains will take 4 h 38 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 to Abano Terme among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 4m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $9, and a train costs an average of $21.
Distance: 113 miles (182 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$24 Average price | $14 Average price Cheapest | $62 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 34m Average total duration Fastest 2h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 25m Average total duration 2h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 26m 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 to Abano Terme:
A bus is $10 (€8) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Florence to Abano Terme costing on average $24 (€20).
Other travel options to Abano Terme take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 55m.
The journey is about 22m faster (2h 4m by train vs 2h 26m by car) and roughly $38 (€31) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($24 (€20) vs $62 (€51)). 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.
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 to Abano Terme trains for tomorrow, Saturday, August 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 3:32 AM Florence | 4h38 | 8:10 AM Abano Terme | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Florence to Abano Terme run on average 14 times per day, taking around 2h 4m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $21 (€17) but you can travel from only $9 (€7) by bus.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 01:30, the last at 23:18. The fastest train covers the 113 miles (182 km) distance in 2h 37m.
Distance 113 miles (182 km) |
Average train duration 2h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price $21 (€17) |
Trains per day 14 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 2h 37m |
First train 1:30 AM |
Last train 11:18 PM |
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Discover the best of Abano Terme — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Abano Terme trip today.
Nearby art museum in Padua with major Veneto painting collections, ideal for visitors wanting a richer cultural day trip.
Compact civic museum presenting Roman baths finds, inscriptions, and artifacts that explain Abano’s thermal past.
Museum in Petrarch’s former house with furnishings, manuscripts context, and exhibits on the poet’s life and legacy.
Main pedestrian square at the spa heart of town, lined with hotels, fountains, events, and evening strolling.
Historic thermal park area with ruins, greenery, and spring-related heritage central to Abano’s identity.
Popular urban promenade for walking between spa hotels, shops, and cafés, especially lively in the evening.
Soft gnocchi traditionally served with duck ragù or tomato sauce. A Veneto staple loved in nearby Padua for its simple comfort and local farmhouse roots.
Slow-cooked duck sauce with tomato and herbs, usually served with bigoli or tagliatelle. It is a classic festive pasta sauce across the Veneto area.
Thick whole-wheat spaghetti from Veneto, often paired with duck ragù, sardines, or onion sauce. It is one of the region's most distinctive traditional pastas.
Refined historic venue in nearby Arquà Petrarca known for seasonal Veneto cuisine, elegant rooms, and a long-established fine dining reputation.
Traditional restaurant in Abano Terme serving Veneto classics, grilled meats, and pasta in a warm, polished setting popular with spa visitors and locals.
Established local venue with regional dishes, seafood options, and an upscale but relaxed atmosphere suited to a leisurely dinner after the thermal baths.
Moderate for northern Italy: spa hotels raise room rates, but casual meals and local buses stay fairly reasonable for visitors.
Service is often included or modest. Round up or leave €1-2 at cafés, 5-10% at restaurants if service was good, and round up taxi fares.
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Abano Terme Piazza Repubblica -> Piazza del Sole e della Pace, Abano Terme
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Florence to Abano Terme 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 Abano Terme, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Florence to Abano Terme trains use the Firenze Santa Maria Novella to Abano station pair. Use this guide to compare Florence and Abano Terme 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 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.
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.
Abano is 1 km from Abano Terme city centre. Check local transport options before travel.
Abano has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, and Accessibility.
Food and drink options are available at Abano.
Available at Abano: Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Abano.
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