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Museo Civico
Small civic museum presenting local archaeology and history, useful for understanding Maratea before exploring the old town.
Cheapest price on Sep 20
€97
Average ticket price on Sep 20
€141
Fastest journey on Sep 20
5 h 25 m
Average journey duration on Sep 20
8 h 34 m
Trains on Sep 20
3
Distance
559 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Florence to Maratea is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Florence to Maratea will cost around €141 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €97.
On Sun, Sep 20, we found 3 trains from Florence to Maratea, including 1 direct services.
On Sun, Sep 20 the direct trains cover the 559 km distance in an average of 8 h 34 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 25 m .
On Sun, Sep 20 the slowest trains will take 14 h 50 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 bus as it is the most popular option from Florence to Maratea among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €52 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 6h 50m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €52, while a bus costs an average of €62.
Distance: 347 miles (559 km)
| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€52 Average price Cheapest | €62 Average price | €110 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 50m Average total duration Fastest 6h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 58m Average total duration 8h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 40m 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 Maratea:
A train is €10 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Florence to Maratea costing on average €62.
Other travel options to Maratea take longer:
Bus takes on average 8h 28m.
The journey is about 20m faster (6h 20m by train vs 6h 40m by car) and roughly €59 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (€52 vs €110). 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 Frecciarossa.
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 Maratea trains for today, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 1:14 PM Florence | 5h27 | 6:41 PM Maratea | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:33 PM Florence | 14h50 | 7:23 AM Maratea | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 4:43 PM Florence | 5h25 | 10:08 PM Maratea | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Florence to Maratea run on average 40 times per day, taking around 6h 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €10 if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:14, the last at 22:18. The fastest train covers the 347 miles (559 km) distance in 4h 21m.
Distance 347 miles (559 km) |
Average train duration 6h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price €10 |
Trains per day 40 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 4h 21m |
First train 12:14 AM |
Last train 10:18 PM |
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Small civic museum presenting local archaeology and history, useful for understanding Maratea before exploring the old town.
Exhibition space focused on sacred art and objects tied to the patron saint and the hilltop basilica complex.
Local gallery space used for temporary exhibitions, giving visitors a look at contemporary and regional artistic activity.
Atmospheric historic center with lanes, stairways, churches, and palaces. Ideal for wandering and seeing Maratea beyond the coast.
Hill road and walking approach leading toward the basilica and castle ruins, rewarding visitors with memorable panoramas.
Viewpoint area near the famous statue, especially popular at sunset for expansive vistas of the coast and mountain backdrop.
Spaghetti with local seafood, often clams or mussels, reflecting Maratea's Tyrrhenian coast and simple southern cooking.
Fresh anchovies prepared grilled, marinated, or fried. A classic coastal staple in Maratea, valued for its daily catch and clean flavor.
Baccalà cooked with tomatoes, olives, or peppers. Salt cod is a long-standing southern Italian tradition also found on Maratea tables.
Refined dining with seafood-focused cuisine and polished service, popular for romantic meals and scenic hotel surroundings.
Established seafront restaurant known for fresh fish and classic southern Italian dishes in an elegant coastal setting.
Well-known traditional restaurant serving Lucanian specialties, homemade pasta, and local ingredients in a relaxed atmosphere.
Moderate for coastal Italy. Lodging rises in summer, but dining and local transport are usually reasonable outside peak season.
Service is often included or modest. Round up or leave 5-10% for good restaurant service; taxis can be rounded up, and small change is fine at cafes.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Florence to Maratea 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 Maratea, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Florence to Maratea trains use the Firenze Santa Maria Novella to Maratea station pair, with some services arriving at Marina Di Maratea. Use this guide to compare Florence and Maratea 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.
Maratea is 1 km from Maratea city centre. Public transport options include:
Maratea has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Ristorante La Taverna di Zu Cicco, Ristorante Pizzeria La Fenice
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Maratea. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Maratea. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Maratea: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Maratea: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Maratea: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Murmann, La Locanda delle Donne Monache, Hotel Villa Cheta Elite.
Marina Di Maratea is 4 km from Maratea city centre. Public transport options include:
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