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Museo all'Aperto della Grande Guerra Lagazuoi
This open-air First World War museum on Monte Lagazuoi preserves tunnels, trenches, and positions with striking views and strong historical impact.
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Florence to Cortina d'Ampezzo is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Florence to Cortina d'Ampezzo will cost around $30 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $22.
On Sat, Nov 07, we found 4 trains from Florence to Cortina d'Ampezzo, including 2 direct services.
On Sat, Nov 07 the direct trains cover the 316 km distance in an average of 4 h 1 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 18 m .
On Sat, Nov 07 the slowest trains will take 4 h 44 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.
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Trains from Florence to Cortina d'Ampezzo run on average 2 times per day, taking around 3h 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $28 but you can travel from only $11 by bus.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 01:41, the last at 20:05. The fastest train covers the 196 miles (316 km) distance in 3h 16m.
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Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Florence to Cortina d'Ampezzo.
The table below shows live departures for Florence to Cortina d'Ampezzo trains for today, Friday, November 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 7:05 PM Florence | 3h18 | 10:23 PM Cortina d'Ampezzo | 0 transfersDirect | |
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8900 · 8954 | 7:39 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 4h44 | 12:23 PM Bolzano/Bozen | 1 transfer | |
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This open-air First World War museum on Monte Lagazuoi preserves tunnels, trenches, and positions with striking views and strong historical impact.
An open-air wartime site near the Cinque Torri area, where restored trenches and shelters help visitors grasp the mountain front of World War I.
The Regole d’Ampezzo’s main ethnographic museum presents Ladin culture, local history, crafts, and daily life in a beautifully curated alpine setting.
Cortina’s elegant pedestrian main street is lined with shops, historic buildings, and mountain views, making it the classic place for a central stroll.
The broad central square beside the basilica is a social heart of town, ideal for orientation, people-watching, and views of the iconic bell tower.
A celebrated high-altitude viewpoint and hike destination, famous for dramatic panoramas and one of the most photogenic scenes near Cortina.
Hearty barley soup with beans, potatoes, smoked pork and vegetables. A mountain staple of the Dolomites, prized for warmth and rustic Alpine flavor.
Small beetroot-filled ravioli often served with melted butter and poppy seeds. A classic Ladin dish linked to the Ampezzo and South Tyrolean Alpine tradition.
Fresh egg pasta with wild game ragù, often deer or venison. It reflects the hunting traditions and rich forest flavors of the Dolomite valleys.
Historic wood-lined restaurant known for Ampezzo classics, game dishes and warm traditional atmosphere in the center of Cortina.
Refined Michelin-starred dining inside Cristallo. Expect elegant Italian cuisine, tasting menus and polished service in a luxury mountain setting.
Traditional mountain restaurant with Ladin and Ampezzo specialties, including casunziei and game. Cozy alpine interiors and a long local reputation.
Cortina is pricier than many Italian mountain towns, with higher hotel, dining, and ski area costs, especially in peak winter and summer seasons.
Service is often included. Round up or leave 5-10% for great restaurant service. Round up taxi fares. Small change is fine at cafes.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Florence to Cortina d'Ampezzo 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 Cortina d'Ampezzo, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Florence to Cortina d'Ampezzo trains use the Firenze Santa Maria Novella to station pair. Use this guide to compare Florence and Cortina d'Ampezzo 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.