- Must visit
Galleria degli Uffizi
Florence’s flagship art museum, famous for Botticelli, Leonardo, Michelangelo, and Raphael. Timed entry is strongly advised due to very high demand.
Cheapest price
$28
Average price
$38
Fastest journey
3 h 3 m
Average duration
3 h 11 m
Trains per day
27
Distance
197 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Genoa Brignole to Florence Santa Maria Novella is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Genoa Brignole to Florence Santa Maria Novella will cost around $38 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $28.
It's difficult to get from Genoa Brignole to Florence Santa Maria Novella without transferring at least once.
Regionale 3257 · Regionale TTPER 19238 · Regionale 19351 · Regionale 18513
Regionale Veloce 3265 · Regionale 18413
TRENO DEL MARE TRENORD 3005 · Regionale 18395
Regionale 12213 · Regionale 19345 · Regionale Veloce 18276
Regionale Veloce 3277 · Regionale 18423
FRECCIABIANCA 8619+
Regionale Veloce 4046
FRECCIABIANCA 8605+
Regionale Veloce 4018
FRECCIARGENTO 8591+
Regionale Veloce 4088
FRECCIAROSSA 8623+
Regionale Veloce 4058
FRECCIABIANCA 8613+
Regionale Veloce 4038Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Genoa Brignole to Florence Santa Maria Novella among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $7. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 3h 9m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $7, and a train costs an average of $25.
Distance: 122 miles (197 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$28 Average price | $14 Average price Cheapest | $73 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 18m Average total duration 3h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 39m Average total duration Fastest 3h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 40m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Genoa Brignole to Florence Santa Maria Novella:
A bus is $14 (€12) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Genoa Brignole to Florence Santa Maria Novella costing on average $28 (€23).
Other travel options to Florence Santa Maria Novella take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 48m.
Tickets start at around $28 (€23) compared to roughly $73 (€60) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $45 (€37). The journey takes 3h 48m versus 2h 40m 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.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Genoa Brignole to Florence Santa Maria Novella trains for today, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FRECCIABIANCA 8620+ FRECCIAROSSA 9573 | 6:56 PM Genoa Brignole | 4h18 | 11:14 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 12438+ Intercity 681+ FRECCIAROSSA 9573 | 7:05 PM Genoa Brignole | 4h09 | 11:14 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 679+ Regionale 18330 | 7:55 PM Genoa Brignole | 3h55 | 11:50 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
| Sunday, June 21 | |||||
InterCityNotte 799+ Regionale 18250 | 12:02 AM Genoa Brignole | 5h26 | 5:28 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 12213 · Regionale 19345 · Regionale Veloce 18276 | 5:00 AM Genoa Brignole | 4h33 | 9:33 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIABIANCA 8601+ Regionale Veloce 4012 | 5:14 AM Genoa Brignole | 3h24 | 8:38 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 3257 · Regionale TTPER 19238 · Regionale 19351 · Regionale 18513 | 6:06 AM Genoa Brignole | 5h46 | 11:52 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3 transfers | |
FRECCIABIANCA 8605+ Regionale Veloce 4018 | 6:57 AM Genoa Brignole | 3h04 | 10:01 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 2118 · Regionale Veloce 3019+ FRECCIAROSSA 9311 | 7:18 AM Genoa Brignole | 4h32 | 11:50 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 12323 · Regionale 19357 · Regionale Veloce 4032 | 7:20 AM Genoa Brignole | 6h13 | 1:33 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 651+ Regionale 18411 | 7:56 AM Genoa Brignole | 4h12 | 12:08 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 505+ Regionale Veloce 4030 | 9:01 AM Genoa Brignole | 3h32 | 12:33 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 657+ Regionale Veloce 4032 | 9:56 AM Genoa Brignole | 3h37 | 1:33 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3265 · Regionale 18413 | 10:45 AM Genoa Brignole | 4h23 | 3:08 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
TRENO DEL MARE TRENORD 3005 · Regionale 18395 | 10:58 AM Genoa Brignole | 5h10 | 4:08 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
TRENO DEL MARE TRENORD 3005 · Regionale 19361 · Regionale Veloce 4038 | 10:58 AM Genoa Brignole | 4h35 | 3:33 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIABIANCA 8613+ Regionale Veloce 4038 | 12:12 PM Genoa Brignole | 3h21 | 3:33 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 511+ Regionale 18523 | 12:33 PM Genoa Brignole | 4h19 | 4:52 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3269 · Regionale 18415 | 12:45 PM Genoa Brignole | 4h23 | 5:08 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 665+ Regionale 18399 | 1:56 PM Genoa Brignole | 4h12 | 6:08 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 665+ Regionale 18399 · Regionale Veloce 4046 | 1:56 PM Genoa Brignole | 4h05 | 6:01 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3273 · Regionale 19367 · Regionale Veloce 4050 | 2:45 PM Genoa Brignole | 3h48 | 6:33 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3273 · Regionale 18401 | 2:45 PM Genoa Brignole | 4h23 | 7:08 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIABIANCA 8619+ Regionale Veloce 4046 | 2:58 PM Genoa Brignole | 3h03 | 6:01 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 669+ Regionale 18316 | 3:56 PM Genoa Brignole | 4h05 | 8:01 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3277 · Regionale 18423 | 4:45 PM Genoa Brignole | 4h23 | 9:08 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8623+ Regionale Veloce 4058 | 5:12 PM Genoa Brignole | 3h21 | 8:33 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 673+ Regionale Veloce 4060 | 5:56 PM Genoa Brignole | 3h43 | 9:39 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIARGENTO 8591+ Regionale Veloce 4088 | 6:42 PM Genoa Brignole | 3h08 | 9:50 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Genoa Brignole to Florence Santa Maria Novella run on average 32 times per day, taking around 3h 48m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $25 (€20) but you can travel from only $7 (€6) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 03:14, the last at 16:38. The fastest train covers the 122 miles (197 km) distance in 3h 4m.
Distance 122 miles (197 km) |
Average train duration 3h 48m |
Cheapest ticket price $25 (€20) |
Trains per day 32 |
Fastest train 3h 4m |
First train 3:14 AM |
Last train 4:38 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Florence’s flagship art museum, famous for Botticelli, Leonardo, Michelangelo, and Raphael. Timed entry is strongly advised due to very high demand.
Best known for Michelangelo’s David, plus important Florentine paintings and sculpture. Advance booking is commonly needed.
Vast former Medici palace housing several museum collections, including Palatine Gallery interiors and royal apartments.
The symbolic heart of Florence, packed with the cathedral complex and some of the city’s most photographed architecture.
Historic civic square filled with monumental sculpture and framed by Palazzo Vecchio and the Loggia dei Lanzi.
The classic panoramic terrace over Florence, especially popular at sunset and widely featured in travel photography and social media.
The iconic Florentine T-bone steak, cut very thick from Chianina beef and grilled rare over coals. It is one of the city’s most famous traditional dishes.
A classic Florentine street food made from the fourth stomach of the cow, simmered in broth and usually served in a bread roll with green sauce or spicy oil.
A hearty Tuscan soup of bread, cannellini beans, and vegetables, especially black cabbage. It is a rustic peasant dish strongly associated with Florence and Tuscany.
Established Michelin-starred restaurant offering refined contemporary Tuscan cuisine in an elegant setting within central Florence.
Long-established local favorite known for its intimate old-school atmosphere and classic dishes such as butter chicken and Tuscan comfort food.
Historic, no-frills Florentine trattoria near the central market, famous for traditional Tuscan dishes including steak, ribollita, and hearty daily specials.
Moderate for Italy: cafés and casual meals are reasonable, but hotels and tourist-area dining near the station cost more.
Service is often included or covered by coperto. Tipping is not obligatory; round up or leave EUR 1-2 at cafés, 5-10% for great restaurant service, and round up taxis.
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Firenze Santa Maria Novella -> Piazza del Duomo, Florence
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Genoa Brignole to Florence Santa Maria Novella 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 Florence Santa Maria Novella, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Genoa Brignole to Florence Santa Maria Novella trains use the Genova Piazza Principe to Firenze Santa Maria Novella station pair, with some services arriving at Firenze Campo di Marte. Use this guide to compare Genoa Brignole and Florence Santa Maria Novella train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Genova Piazza Principe is 1 km from Genoa city centre. Public transport options include:
Genova Piazza Principe has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Ristorante Salgari, Trattoria dell'Acciughetta
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Genova Piazza Principe. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Genova Piazza Principe. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Genova Piazza Principe: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Genova Piazza Principe: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Genova Piazza Principe: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Continental Genova, Grand Hotel Savoia, Hotel Britannia.
Genova Brignole is 1 km from Genoa city centre. Public transport options include:
Genova Brignole has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Ristorante Pizzeria da Toto, Trattoria Rosmarino
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Genova Brignole. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Genova Brignole. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Genova Brignole: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Genova Brignole: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Genova Brignole: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Bristol Palace, NH Genova Centro, Best Western Hotel Moderno Verdi.
Genova Nervi is 8 km from Genoa city centre. Public transport options include:
Genova Nervi has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Ristorante Pizzeria Lo Scalo, Trattoria La Ruota
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Genova Nervi. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Genova Nervi.
Available at Genova Nervi: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Genova Nervi: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Genova Nervi: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Esperia, Hotel Villa Pagoda, Hotel Astor.
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.
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