- Must visit
Uffizi Galleries
Florence’s premier art museum, famed for Renaissance masterpieces by Botticelli, Leonardo, Michelangelo, and Raphael. One of Italy’s essential museum visits.
Cheapest price
$88
Average price
$173
Fastest journey
8 h 18 m
Average duration
8 h 29 m
Trains per day
11
Distance
685 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lecce to Florence is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lecce to Florence will cost around $173 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $88.
It's difficult to get from Lecce to Florence without transferring at least once.
InterCityNotte 754+
Regionale 17807
InterCityNotte 752+
Regionale 17801 · Regionale 18657
InterCityNotte 754+
Regionale Veloce 4151+
Intercity 580
Regionale 4420+
FRECCIAROSSA 8830 · FRECCIAROSSA 9573
FRECCIAROSSA 8814 · FRECCIAROSSA 8419
FRECCIAROSSA 9808 · FRECCIAROSSA 8529
FRECCIAROSSA 8818 · FRECCIAROSSA 8519
FRECCIAROSSA 8824 · FRECCIAROSSA 8525
FRECCIAROSSA 8816 · FRECCIAROSSA 9421
FRECCIAROSSA 8814 · FRECCIAROSSA 8419Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lecce to Florence among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $18. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 54m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.6kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $18, and a flight costs an average of $21.
Distance: 425 miles (685 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$91 Average price | $37 Average price Cheapest | $110 Average price | $235 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
9h 33m Average total duration 9h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 0m Average total duration 11h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 54m Average total duration Fastest 1h 54m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 8h 25m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.7 - 1.7kg CO2 emissions | 2.1 - 4.1kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Lecce to Florence:
A bus is $54 (€44) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lecce to Florence costing on average $91 (€74).
A bus is $73 (€60) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Lecce to Florence costing on average $110 (€90).
Other travel options to Florence take longer:
Train takes on average 9h 3m.
Bus takes on average 11h 30m.
Tickets start at around {cheapestPrice} compared to roughly {drivingPriceInCents} in fuel and tolls — a saving of about {savingsAmount}. The journey takes {durationInMinutes} versus {drivingDurationInMinutes} 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.
Direct services run with Frecciarossa.
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 Lecce to Florence 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
InterCityNotte 754+ Regionale 17807 | 8:25 PM Lecce station | 12h01 | 8:26 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
InterCityNotte 754+ Regionale Veloce 4151+ Intercity 580 | 8:25 PM Lecce station | 11h41 | 8:06 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9562 · FRECCIAROSSA 9505 | 8:55 PM Lecce station | 10h09 | 7:04 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
| Sunday, June 21 | |||||
FRECCIAROSSA 8814 · FRECCIAROSSA 8419 | 5:55 AM Lecce station | 8h44 | 2:39 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8816 · FRECCIAROSSA 9421 | 7:00 AM Lecce station | 8h39 | 3:39 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8818 · FRECCIAROSSA 8519 | 8:04 AM Lecce station | 8h20 | 4:24 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 610+ FRECCIAROSSA 8820 · FRECCIAROSSA 9427 | 8:20 AM Lecce station | 9h19 | 5:39 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8824 · FRECCIAROSSA 8525 | 9:58 AM Lecce station | 8h26 | 6:24 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9808 · FRECCIAROSSA 8529 | 12:06 PM Lecce station | 8h18 | 8:24 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 4420+ FRECCIAROSSA 8830 · FRECCIAROSSA 9573 | 2:17 PM Lecce station | 8h57 | 11:14 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 transfers | |
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Trains from Lecce to Florence run on average 15 times per day, taking around 9h 3m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $44 (€36) but you can travel from only $18 (€15) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:12, the last at 23:37. The fastest train covers the 425 miles (685 km) distance in 8h 4m.
Distance 425 miles (685 km) |
Average train duration 9h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price $44 (€36) |
Trains per day 15 |
Fastest train 8h 4m |
First train 12:12 AM |
Last train 11:37 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 42 days |
Discover the best of Florence — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Florence trip today.
Florence’s premier art museum, famed for Renaissance masterpieces by Botticelli, Leonardo, Michelangelo, and Raphael. One of Italy’s essential museum visits.
Best known for Michelangelo’s David, this museum also holds important Florentine paintings and sculpture. Advance booking is strongly advisable.
Vast palace museum complex with royal apartments, Palatine Gallery, and decorative arts. A major stop for art, Medici history, and grand interiors.
Florence’s monumental heart, where the cathedral, baptistery, and bell tower stand together. Essential for first-time visitors and photographers.
Historic civic square filled with sculpture and dominated by Palazzo Vecchio. One of the city’s most important and lively public spaces.
Florence’s most famous viewpoint, especially popular at sunset and widely shared on social media for its sweeping skyline panorama.
A Thick-Cut T-Bone Steak From Chianina Beef, Grilled Rare Over Coals. It Is Florence’s Signature Dish And A Classic Of Tuscan Cuisine.
A Traditional Florentine Street Food Made From The Fourth Stomach Of The Cow, Slow-Cooked In Broth And Served In A Roll, Often With Green Sauce.
A Rustic Tomato, Bread, Garlic, And Olive Oil Soup. It Is A Beloved Tuscan Dish That Turns Stale Bread Into Rich Comfort Food.
A Michelin-Starred Restaurant Offering Refined Tuscan Cuisine With Creative Technique, Elegant Service, And A Contemporary Fine-Dining Atmosphere.
A Small, Long-Running Florentine Favorite Known For Traditional Cooking, Especially Butter Chicken And Simple Tuscan Classics In An Old-School Setting.
A Historic, Casual Trattoria Near Mercato Centrale, Famous For Bistecca Alla Fiorentina, Tuscan Soups, And A Lively Local Atmosphere.
Generally moderate for Italy: museums and central hotels cost more, while casual food and coffee remain fairly affordable.
Service is often included or covered by a coperto. Tipping is not required, but leaving EUR 1-2 at cafes or 5-10% for excellent restaurant service is appreciated.
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Florence Santa Maria Novella, Florence -> Piazza del Duomo, Florence
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