- 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
$49
Fastest journey
2 h 50 m
Average duration
3 h 11 m
Trains per day
33
Distance
198 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Genoa 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 to Florence Santa Maria Novella will cost around $49 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $28.
It's difficult to get from Genoa to Florence Santa Maria Novella without transferring at least once.
Regionale Veloce 2119 · Regionale Veloce 3265 · Regionale 18413
Regionale Veloce 12321 · Regionale 19355 · Regionale 18288
Regionale Veloce 2127 · Regionale Veloce 3273 · Regionale 18401
Regionale 12411 · Regionale 18407
Regionale 12381 · Regionale 19367 · Regionale Veloce 4048
FRECCIARGENTO 8583+
Regionale Veloce 4014
FRECCIABIANCA 8605+
Regionale Veloce 4018
FRECCIABIANCA 8619+
Regionale Veloce 4046
FRECCIARGENTO 8591+
Regionale Veloce 4084
FRECCIAROSSA 8623+
Regionale Veloce 4058Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Genoa 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 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $7, and a train costs an average of $24.
Distance: 123 miles (198 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$28 Average price | $14 Average price Cheapest | $73 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 5m Average total duration 3h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 40m Average total duration Fastest 3h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 52m 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 to Florence Santa Maria Novella:
A bus is $14 (€11) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Genoa 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 35m.
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 35m versus 2h 52m 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 to Florence Santa Maria Novella trains for today, Tuesday, June 23. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FRECCIARGENTO 8583+ Regionale Veloce 4014 | 5:48 AM Genoa Piazza Principe | 2h50 | 8:38 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIABIANCA 8605+ Regionale Veloce 4018 | 6:50 AM Genoa Piazza Principe | 3h11 | 10:01 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIARGENTO 8551+ Regionale Veloce 4020 | 7:05 AM Genoa Piazza Principe | 3h28 | 10:33 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 12321 · Regionale 19355 · Regionale 18288 | 7:11 AM Genoa Piazza Principe | 5h57 | 1:08 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 653+ FRECCIAROSSA 9391 | 7:19 AM Genoa Piazza Principe | 3h31 | 10:50 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 651+ Regionale Veloce 4026 | 7:47 AM Genoa Piazza Principe | 3h46 | 11:33 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 658+ Regionale TRENORD 10458+ FRECCIAROSSA 9527 | 8:19 AM Genoa Piazza Principe | 3h45 | 12:04 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 505+ Regionale Veloce 4030 | 8:53 AM Genoa Piazza Principe | 3h40 | 12:33 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 662+ FRECCIAROSSA 9587 | 9:18 AM Genoa Piazza Principe | 3h46 | 1:04 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 657+ Regionale 18413 | 9:47 AM Genoa Piazza Principe | 5h21 | 3:08 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 2119 · Regionale Veloce 3265 · Regionale 18413 | 10:32 AM Genoa Piazza Principe | 4h36 | 3:08 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 631+ S13 TRENORD 24342+ FRECCIAROSSA 9539 | 11:19 AM Genoa Piazza Principe | 3h45 | 3:04 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIABIANCA 8613+ Regionale Veloce 4038 | 12:05 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 3h28 | 3:33 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 511+ Regionale Veloce 4040 | 12:24 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 3h37 | 4:01 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 22841 · Regionale Veloce 3269 · Regionale 18415 | 12:24 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 4h44 | 5:08 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 12381 · Regionale 19367 · Regionale Veloce 4048 | 1:13 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 5h20 | 6:33 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 12381 · Regionale 18401 | 1:13 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 5h55 | 7:08 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 745+ Regionale TRENORD 10468+ FRECCIAROSSA 9547 | 1:19 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 3h45 | 5:04 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3032+ FRECCIAROSSA 9643 · FRECCIAROSSA 9427 | 1:44 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 3h55 | 5:39 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 665+ Regionale 18399 | 1:47 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 4h21 | 6:08 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 665+ Regionale 18399 · Regionale Veloce 4046 | 1:47 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 4h14 | 6:01 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 2127 · Regionale Veloce 3273 · Regionale 18401 | 2:32 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 4h36 | 7:08 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIABIANCA 8619+ Regionale Veloce 4046 | 2:50 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 3h11 | 6:01 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 669+ Regionale Veloce 4056 | 3:47 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 4h14 | 8:01 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 12411 · Regionale 18407 | 4:10 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 5h47 | 9:57 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 674+ Regionale TRENORD 10474+ FRECCIAROSSA 9559 | 4:19 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 3h45 | 8:04 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 22857 · Regionale Veloce 3277 · Regionale 18423 | 4:24 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 4h44 | 9:08 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8623+ Regionale Veloce 4058 | 5:05 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 3h28 | 8:33 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 635+ Regionale TRENORD 10476+ FRECCIAROSSA 9563 | 5:19 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 3h45 | 9:04 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 22861 · Regionale 19379 · Regionale Veloce 4062 | 5:24 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 5h08 | 10:32 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 673+ Regionale Veloce 4060 | 5:47 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 3h52 | 9:39 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIARGENTO 8591+ Regionale Veloce 4084 | 6:35 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 3h15 | 9:50 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 679+ Regionale 18330 | 7:47 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 4h03 | 11:50 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Genoa to Florence Santa Maria Novella run on average 32 times per day, taking around 3h 35m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $24 (€20) but you can travel from only $7 (€6) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 02:50, the last at 17:47. The fastest train covers the 123 miles (198 km) distance in 3h 11m.
Distance 123 miles (198 km) |
Average train duration 3h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price $24 (€20) |
Trains per day 32 |
Fastest train 3h 11m |
First train 2:50 AM |
Last train 5:47 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Discover the best of Firenze Santa Maria Novella — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Firenze Santa Maria Novella trip today.
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 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 to Florence Santa Maria Novella trains use the Genova Piazza Principe to Firenze Santa Maria Novella station pair. Use this guide to compare Genoa 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.
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