- 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
$41
Average price
$58
Fastest journey
3 h 23 m
Average duration
5 h 11 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
288 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Malpensa Airport T1 to Florence is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Malpensa Airport T1 to Florence will cost around $58 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $41.
Of the 5 trains that leave Malpensa Airport T1 for Florence on Wed, Jun 17, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Jun 17 the direct trains cover the 288 km distance in an average of 5 h 11 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 23 m .
On Wed, Jun 17 the slowest trains will take 5 h 59 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 train as it is the most popular option from Malpensa Airport T1 to Florence among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $15. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 11m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $15, and a flight costs an average of $142.
Distance: 178 miles (288 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$51 Average price | $33 Average price Cheapest | $142 Average price | $106 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 41m Average total duration Fastest 4h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 30m Average total duration 5h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 52m Average total duration 4h 52m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 24m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Malpensa Airport T1 to Florence:
A bus is $19 (€15) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Malpensa Airport T1 to Florence costing on average $51 (€42).
A bus is $109 (€88) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Malpensa Airport T1 to Florence costing on average $142 (€115).
Other travel options to Florence take longer:
Flight takes on average 4h 52m.
Bus takes on average 5h 0m.
Tickets start at around $51 (€42) compared to roughly $106 (€86) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $55 (€44). The journey takes 4h 11m versus 3h 24m 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 Malpensa Airport T1 to Florence trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, June 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 10:11 AM Malpensa Airport T1 | 5h16 | 3:27 PM Florence | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:11 AM Malpensa Airport T1 | 5h16 | 4:27 PM Florence | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:11 PM Malpensa Airport T1 | 5h59 | 8:10 PM Florence | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:11 PM Malpensa Airport T1 | 5h59 | 9:10 PM Florence | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:41 PM Malpensa Airport T1 | 3h23 | 8:04 PM Florence | 0 transfersDirect |
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Trains from Malpensa Airport T1 to Florence run on average 28 times per day, taking around 4h 11m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $32 (€26) but you can travel from only $15 (€12) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 01:41, the last at 17:41. The fastest train covers the 178 miles (288 km) distance in 3h 23m.
Distance 178 miles (288 km) |
Average train duration 4h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price $32 (€26) |
Trains per day 28 |
Fastest train 3h 23m |
First train 1:41 AM |
Last train 5:41 PM |
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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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