- Must visit
Galleria degli Uffizi
World-famous Renaissance gallery with masterpieces by Botticelli, Leonardo, Michelangelo, and Caravaggio. One of Florence’s essential art museums and often requires advance booking.
Cheapest price
$43
Average price
$43
Fastest journey
10 h 34 m
Average duration
10 h 34 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
595 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Metapontum 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 Metapontum to Florence Santa Maria Novella will cost around $43 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $43.
Of the 1 trains that leave Metapontum for Florence Santa Maria Novella on Wed, May 27, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, May 27 the direct trains cover the 595 km distance in an average of 10 h 34 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 10 h 34 m .
On Wed, May 27 the slowest trains will take 10 h 34 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 Metapontum to Florence Santa Maria Novella among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $33. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 25m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $33, and a flight costs an average of $27.
Distance: 369 miles (595 km)
Most popular Train | Flight | Bus |
|---|---|---|
$57 Average price | $57 Average price | $49 Average price Cheapest |
6h 34m Average total duration 6h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 25m Average total duration Fastest 1h 25m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 15h 25m Average total duration 14h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Metapontum to Florence Santa Maria Novella:
A bus is $8 (€7) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Metapontum to Florence Santa Maria Novella costing on average $57 (€46).
A bus is $9 (€7) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Metapontum to Florence Santa Maria Novella costing on average $57 (€46).
Other travel options to Florence Santa Maria Novella take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 4m.
Bus takes on average 14h 55m.
The table below shows live departures for Metapontum to Florence Santa Maria Novella trains for today, Tuesday, May 26. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:34 AM Metapontum | 10h34 | 6:08 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Metapontum to Florence Santa Maria Novella run on average 10 times per day, taking around 6h 4m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $43 (€35) but you can travel from only $27 (€22) by flight.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 07:34, the last at 08:50. The fastest train covers the 369 miles (595 km) distance in 10h 34m.
Distance 369 miles (595 km) |
Average train duration 6h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price $43 (€35) |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 10h 34m |
First train 7:34 AM |
Last train 8:50 AM |
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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.
World-famous Renaissance gallery with masterpieces by Botticelli, Leonardo, Michelangelo, and Caravaggio. One of Florence’s essential art museums and often requires advance booking.
Best known for Michelangelo’s David, plus important Florentine paintings and sculpture. Extremely popular and commonly booked in advance.
Outstanding museum of original works from Florence Cathedral, Baptistery, and Giotto’s Bell Tower, including sculptures by Michelangelo and Donatello.
Florence’s monumental heart, surrounded by the cathedral, baptistery, and bell tower. Constantly lively and essential for first-time visitors.
Historic political square lined with sculptures and dominated by Palazzo Vecchio. One of the city’s most iconic public spaces.
The classic panoramic viewpoint over Florence, highly popular for sunset photos and sweeping skyline views.
Thick-cut T-bone steak from Chianina beef, grilled rare over coals. It is the city’s signature dish and a classic of Florentine cooking.
A hearty Tuscan bread and vegetable soup, usually made with cavolo nero, beans, and stale bread. It is one of Florence’s most traditional comfort foods.
Rustic tomato and bread soup flavored with garlic, basil, and olive oil. A beloved Tuscan staple with simple, local ingredients.
Established Michelin-starred restaurant offering refined Tuscan cuisine in an elegant contemporary setting not far from central Florence.
Historic, no-frills Florentine trattoria popular for traditional daily dishes, ribollita, and hearty meat plates in a classic local atmosphere.
Well-known traditional restaurant with a rustic dining room, famous for Tuscan antipasti and Bistecca Alla Fiorentina served in generous portions.
Moderate by Italian standards. Coffee 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 required; round up or leave EUR 1-5 for good service. Taxis can be rounded up.
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