- 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
$31
Average price
$63
Fastest journey
2 h 2 m
Average duration
2 h 2 m
Trains per day
12
Distance
250 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Milan Porta Garibaldi 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 Milan Porta Garibaldi to Florence Santa Maria Novella will cost around $63 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $31.
Of the 12 trains that leave Milan Porta Garibaldi for Florence Santa Maria Novella on Mon, Jun 22, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Jun 22 the direct trains cover the 250 km distance in an average of 2 h 2 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 2 m .
On Mon, Jun 22 the slowest trains will take 2 h 2 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.
Regionale 2295 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3939 · Regionale 17851
S13 TRENORD 24315 · Regionale 2293 · Regionale 18413
Regionale 2295 · Regionale 18539
Intercity 607+
Autobus FI681 · Regionale 18473
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2485+
InterCityNotte 770+
Regionale 4116
FRECCIAROSSA 9311
FRECCIAROSSA 9325
FRECCIAROSSA 9329
FRECCIAROSSA 9321
FRECCIAROSSA 9391Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Milan Porta Garibaldi to Florence Santa Maria Novella among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 15m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $11, and a train costs an average of $17.
Distance: 155 miles (250 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$34 Average price | $16 Average price Cheapest | $90 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 45m Average total duration Fastest 4h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 8m Average total duration 4h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 37m 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 Milan Porta Garibaldi to Florence Santa Maria Novella:
A bus is $18 (€15) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Milan Porta Garibaldi to Florence Santa Maria Novella costing on average $34 (€28).
Other travel options to Florence Santa Maria Novella take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 38m.
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 Milan Porta Garibaldi to Florence Santa Maria Novella trains for today, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
S13 TRENORD 24315 · Regionale 2293 · Regionale Veloce 4032 | 6:33 AM Milan Porta Garibaldi | 7h00 | 1:33 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 607+ Regionale TTPER 17827 · Regionale 18517 | 8:10 AM Milan Porta Garibaldi | 6h42 | 2:52 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3097 · Regionale 18395 | 8:14 AM Milan Porta Garibaldi | 7h54 | 4:08 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3097 · Regionale 19361 · Regionale Veloce 4038 | 8:14 AM Milan Porta Garibaldi | 7h19 | 3:33 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9391 | 8:48 AM Milan Porta Garibaldi | 2h02 | 10:50 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9311 | 9:48 AM Milan Porta Garibaldi | 2h02 | 11:50 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9805 · FRECCIAROSSA 9413 | 10:13 AM Milan Porta Garibaldi | 2h26 | 12:39 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9321 | 2:48 PM Milan Porta Garibaldi | 2h02 | 4:50 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
S13 TRENORD 24449 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 2471 · Regionale 1794 | 3:03 PM Milan Porta Garibaldi | 6h42 | 9:45 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9323 | 3:48 PM Milan Porta Garibaldi | 2h02 | 5:50 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9325 | 4:48 PM Milan Porta Garibaldi | 2h02 | 6:50 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 2295 · Regionale 18541 | 5:00 PM Milan Porta Garibaldi | 6h50 | 11:50 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 2295 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3939 · Regionale 17851 | 5:00 PM Milan Porta Garibaldi | 5h10 | 10:10 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9329 | 6:48 PM Milan Porta Garibaldi | 2h02 | 8:50 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2485+ InterCityNotte 770+ Regionale 4116 | 10:05 PM Milan Porta Garibaldi | 8h40 | 6:45 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 transfers | |
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Trains from Milan Porta Garibaldi to Florence Santa Maria Novella run on average 9 times per day, taking around 4h 15m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $17 (€14) but you can travel from only $11 (€9) by bus.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:33, the last at 21:05. The fastest train covers the 155 miles (250 km) distance in 2h 2m.
Distance 155 miles (250 km) |
Average train duration 4h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price $17 (€14) |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 2h 2m |
First train 5:33 AM |
Last train 9:05 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
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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.
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
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