The cheapest and fastest trains from Florence to Busto Arsizio
Cheapest price
$34
Average price
$43
Fastest journey
2 h 16 m
Average duration
5 h 43 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
279 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Florence to Busto Arsizio is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Florence to Busto Arsizio will cost around $43 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $34.
Of the 4 trains that leave Florence for Busto Arsizio 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 279 km distance in an average of 5 h 43 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 16 m .
On Sat, Jun 20 the slowest trains will take 7 h 15 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.
6:41 AM7h15Florence1:56 PMBusto Arsizio$341One-way0 transfers
7:41 AM7h15Florence2:56 PMBusto Arsizio$351One-way0 transfers
2:32 AM6h06Florence8:38 AMBusto Arsizio$351One-way0 transfers
8:25 AM2h16Florence10:41 AMBusto Arsizio$681One-way0 transfers
8:25 AM2h16Florence10:41 AMBusto Arsizio$681One-way0 transfers
2:32 AM6h06Florence8:38 AMBusto Arsizio$351One-way0 transfers
7:41 AM7h15Florence2:56 PMBusto Arsizio$351One-way0 transfers
6:41 AM7h15Florence1:56 PMBusto Arsizio$341One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Florence to Busto Arsizio
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Florence to Busto Arsizio among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $27. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 36m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $27, and a bus costs an average of $26.
Distance: 173 miles (279 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$39 Average price Cheapest | $41 Average price | $99 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 6m Average total duration Fastest 2h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 55m Average total duration 7h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 42m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Florence to Busto Arsizio:
A train is $2 (€2) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Florence to Busto Arsizio costing on average $41 (€33).
Other travel options to Busto Arsizio take longer:
Bus takes on average 7h 25m.
The journey is about 1h 6m faster (2h 36m by train vs 3h 42m by car) and roughly $60 (€49) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($39 (€32) vs $99 (€81)). 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.
Live departures
Florence to Busto Arsizio train times
The table below shows live departures for Florence to Busto Arsizio 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 3:32 AM Florence | 8h24 | 11:56 AM Busto Arsizio | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:41 AM Florence | 7h15 | 2:56 PM Busto Arsizio | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Florence to Busto Arsizio
Trains from Florence to Busto Arsizio run on average 45 times per day, taking around 2h 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $27 (€22) but you can travel from only $26 (€22) by bus.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:07, the last at 22:25. The fastest train covers the 173 miles (279 km) distance in 2h 16m.
Distance 173 miles (279 km) |
Average train duration 2h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price $27 (€22) |
Trains per day 45 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 2h 16m |
First train 12:07 AM |
Last train 10:25 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 84 days |
Train companies: Frecciarossa, Italo from Florence to Busto Arsizio trainsFrecciarossa, Italo trains will get you between Florence and Busto Arsizio from $26 (€22). 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 to Busto Arsizio
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Florence to Busto Arsizio 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 Busto Arsizio, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Florence to Busto Arsizio
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00
- Free WiFi (30 minutes limit)
- Provided by KiPoint and located on the ground floor, on the side of Piazza Adua. Open daily from 06:00 to 23:00
- 12oz Coffee Joint
- Casa Maioli
- Don Nino
- Fratelli Cuore
- McDonald´s
- Panella
- Segafredo Zanetti
- Spizzico
- Venchi
- & many more
- Elevators, escalators, step-free access. Mobility assistance is available with the Sala Blu, located next to Platform 1
- Hotel Luxor Florence
- Joy Hotel Florence
- Diplomat Hotel Florence
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00
- Located inside and outside the station
- Tram lines: T1, T2
- Bus lines: 6, 11, 12, 13, 17, 23, 36, 37, C4
- Train lines: FR, FA, Italo
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available near the station, with access from Via dello Steccuto
- Trattoria Fratelli Briganti
- Osteria di Poneta
- Outside the main entrance
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms
- €1
- Hotel Raffaello
- Hotel Corolle
- Hotel Dalmazia
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-3 for regional trains
- Hall 2: platform 4-9 for intercity and high-speed trains
- Bus: Several lines available
- Tram: Line T1
- Mon - Sun: 07:15 - 20:45
- Moka Café
- The station is fully accessible, with step-free access throughout the station
- Florence Stadium B&B
- Hotel Villa Liana
- Hotel della Robbia
- Mon - Sun: 07:15 - 20:45
- Bus lines: 12, 13, 33
- Train lines: FA, IC, ICN, R
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available near the station entrance
- Outside the main entrance
- Ramps
- €1
- Hotel Hortensia
- Hotel Pineta
- Hotel D120
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-3 for trains to Milan and Novara
- Train: Saronno–Novara railway
- Bus: Several lines available
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available 24/7 with access from Piazza Volontari della Libertà
- Ristorante Pizzeria La Lampara
- Osteria degli Artisti
- Outside the main entrance
- Ramps
- €0.50
- Hotel Hortensia
- Hotel Pineta
- Hotel D120
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and platforms 1-5
- Hall 2: waiting area and restrooms
- Train: Trenord regional services
- Bus: Local and regional bus services available
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