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South Tyrol Museum of Mining Ridanna
Mining museum at Ridanna showing South Tyrol’s extraction history through tunnels, machinery, and guided industrial heritage visits.
Cheapest price
€47
Average price
€74
Fastest journey
4 h 46 m
Average duration
4 h 47 m
Trains per day
12
Distance
360 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Florence to Brenner is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Florence to Brenner will cost around €74 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €47.
It's difficult to get from Florence to Brenner without transferring at least once.










Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Florence to Brenner among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €28. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 6m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €28, and a train costs an average of €59.
Distance: 223 miles (360 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€61 Average price | €47 Average price Cheapest | €73 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 36m Average total duration Fastest 5h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 57m Average total duration 8h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 56m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Florence to Brenner:
A bus is €14 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Florence to Brenner costing on average €61.
Other travel options to Brenner take longer:
Bus takes on average 8h 27m.
Tickets start at around €61 compared to roughly €73 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €13. The journey takes 5h 6m versus 4h 56m 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.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
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Trains from Florence to Brenner run on average 15 times per day, taking around 5h 6m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €59 but you can travel from only €28 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:55, the last at 20:05. The fastest train covers the 223 miles (360 km) distance in 6h 49m.
Distance 223 miles (360 km) |
Average train duration 5h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price €59 |
Trains per day 15 |
Fastest train 6h 49m |
First train 12:55 AM |
Last train 8:05 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 6 days |
Discover the best of Brenner — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Brenner trip today.
Mining museum at Ridanna showing South Tyrol’s extraction history through tunnels, machinery, and guided industrial heritage visits.
Museum in nearby Fortezza fortress exploring regional history, wartime architecture, and major art exhibitions in a dramatic Alpine setting.
Multimedia museum in Vipiteno focused on hunting and fishing culture, with family-friendly exhibits and strong links to local traditions.
The famous Alpine crossing itself, visited for sweeping mountain scenery, borderland atmosphere, and its importance in European travel history.
Historic core of nearby Vipiteno, full of arcaded streets and colorful facades, perfect for combining culture, shopping, and architecture.
Central village area of Brennero, good for a short walk to observe local life, border architecture, and the historic pass setting.
Speck is South Tyrol’s lightly smoked, air-cured ham, prized in the Brenner area for its Alpine preservation tradition and rich flavor.
Schlutzkrapfen are half-moon pasta filled with spinach and ricotta, a classic Tyrolean dish served with melted butter and chives.
Knödel are hearty bread dumplings, often with speck, cheese, or spinach, central to South Tyrolean mountain cooking and winter meals.
Traditional South Tyrolean mountain inn near the pass, known for dumplings, schnitzel, and hearty Alpine plates in a rustic setting.
Established local restaurant in Brenner serving Tyrolean comfort food, soups, pasta, and meat dishes in a casual roadside atmosphere.
Casual stop at the Brenner outlet area with pizzas, pasta, coffee, and simple Italian meals suited to travelers and shoppers.
Moderate for the Alps: lodging and meals cost more than smaller Italian towns, but transit and simple dining stay manageable for most visitors.
Service is often included or modest. Round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service; round up taxi fares; small change is fine in cafes.
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Brennero/Brenner Station -> Brennero/Brenner Station
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Florence to Brenner 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 Brenner, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Florence to Brenner trains use the Firenze Santa Maria Novella to Brennero - Brenner station pair. Use this guide to compare Florence and Brenner 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.
Brennero - Brenner 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: Bar Brenner, Ristorante Europa
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Brennero - Brenner. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Brennero - Brenner. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Brennero - Brenner: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Brennero - Brenner: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Brennero - Brenner: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Bergkristall, Hotel Alpin.
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