- Must visit
Uffizi Galleries
Florence’s premier art museum, famed for Botticelli, Leonardo, Michelangelo, and Raphael. One of Italy’s essential museum visits and often requires advance booking in busy seasons.
Cheapest price
$27
Average price
$30
Fastest journey
2 h 19 m
Average duration
2 h 27 m
Trains per day
36
Distance
135 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Monterosso to Florence is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Monterosso to Florence will cost around $30 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $27.
It's difficult to get from Monterosso to Florence without transferring at least once.
Intercity 501+
Regionale 18264
Intercity 673+
Regionale Veloce 4060
Intercity 669+
Regionale Veloce 4052
Intercity 679+
Regionale 18330
Intercity 651+
Regionale Veloce 4026
5 TERRE EXPRESS 22931+
FRECCIABIANCA 8619+
Regionale Veloce 4046
Intercity 669+
Regionale Veloce 4052
Intercity 651+
Regionale Veloce 4026
Regionale 3257+
FRECCIABIANCA 8605+
Regionale Veloce 4018
Intercity 673+
Regionale Veloce 4060Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Monterosso to Florence among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 18m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $12, and a train costs an average of $20.
Distance: 83 miles (135 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$26 Average price | $21 Average price Cheapest | $55 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 48m Average total duration Fastest 2h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 53m Average total duration 2h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 21m 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 Monterosso to Florence:
A bus is $5 (€4) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Monterosso to Florence costing on average $26 (€21).
Other travel options to Florence take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 23m.
The journey is about 3m faster (2h 18m by train vs 2h 21m by car) and roughly $29 (€24) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($26 (€21) vs $55 (€44)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Monterosso to Florence trains for tomorrow, Friday, June 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Regionale 12211 · Regionale 18425 | 5:05 AM Monterosso | 3h43 | 8:48 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 12211 · Regionale 19339 · Regionale Veloce 4014 | 5:05 AM Monterosso | 3h33 | 8:38 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 501+ Regionale 18264 | 5:28 AM Monterosso | 2h41 | 8:09 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 12213 · Regionale 19343 · Regionale Veloce 4016 | 6:20 AM Monterosso | 3h13 | 9:33 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 12215 · Regionale 19349 · Regionale Veloce 4018 | 7:07 AM Monterosso | 2h54 | 10:01 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 3257+ FRECCIABIANCA 8605+ Regionale Veloce 4018 | 7:30 AM Monterosso | 2h31 | 10:01 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 3257 · Regionale TTPER 19238 · Regionale 19351 · Regionale 18282 | 7:30 AM Monterosso | 3h38 | 11:08 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3 transfers | |
Regionale 3257+ FRECCIARGENTO 8551 | 7:30 AM Monterosso | 2h34 | 10:04 AM Florence Campo di Marte | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 651+ Regionale Veloce 4026 | 9:07 AM Monterosso | 2h26 | 11:33 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
5 TERRE EXPRESS 22905+ Intercity 505+ Regionale Veloce 4030 | 9:13 AM Monterosso | 3h20 | 12:33 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 transfers | |
5 TERRE EXPRESS 22907 · Regionale 19355 · Regionale 18288 | 9:43 AM Monterosso | 3h25 | 1:08 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 transfers | |
5 TERRE EXPRESS 22915 · Regionale 18413 | 11:43 AM Monterosso | 3h25 | 3:08 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 12225 · Regionale 19361 · Regionale Veloce 4038 | 12:21 PM Monterosso | 3h12 | 3:33 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 transfers | |
5 TERRE EXPRESS 12303 · Regionale 18393 | 12:43 PM Monterosso | 3h25 | 4:08 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
5 TERRE EXPRESS 12303 · Regionale 18393 · Regionale Veloce 4040 | 12:43 PM Monterosso | 3h18 | 4:01 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 transfers | |
5 TERRE EXPRESS 22921+ Intercity 511+ Regionale Veloce 4040 | 1:13 PM Monterosso | 2h48 | 4:01 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 12227 · Regionale 19363 · Regionale Veloce 4042 | 1:21 PM Monterosso | 3h12 | 4:33 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3269 · Regionale 18415 | 1:58 PM Monterosso | 3h10 | 5:08 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
5 TERRE EXPRESS 12305 · Regionale 18399 · Regionale Veloce 4046 | 2:43 PM Monterosso | 3h18 | 6:01 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 transfers | |
5 TERRE EXPRESS 12305 · Regionale 18399 | 2:43 PM Monterosso | 3h25 | 6:08 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 665+ Regionale 18399 · Regionale Veloce 4046 | 3:07 PM Monterosso | 2h54 | 6:01 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 665+ Regionale 18399 | 3:07 PM Monterosso | 3h01 | 6:08 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
5 TERRE EXPRESS 22931+ FRECCIABIANCA 8619+ Regionale Veloce 4046 | 3:42 PM Monterosso | 2h19 | 6:01 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3273 · Regionale 19367 · Regionale Veloce 4048 | 3:55 PM Monterosso | 2h38 | 6:33 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3273 · Regionale 18401 | 3:55 PM Monterosso | 3h13 | 7:08 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 12233 · Regionale 19373 · Regionale Veloce 4052 | 4:21 PM Monterosso | 3h12 | 7:33 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 transfers | |
5 TERRE EXPRESS 22935 · Regionale 18403 | 4:43 PM Monterosso | 3h25 | 8:08 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
5 TERRE EXPRESS 22935 · Regionale 18403 · Regionale Veloce 4056 | 4:43 PM Monterosso | 3h18 | 8:01 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 669+ Regionale Veloce 4052 | 5:07 PM Monterosso | 2h26 | 7:33 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
5 TERRE EXPRESS 22939 · Regionale 19375 · Regionale Veloce 4058 | 5:42 PM Monterosso | 2h51 | 8:33 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3277 · Regionale 18423 | 5:55 PM Monterosso | 3h13 | 9:08 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
5 TERRE EXPRESS 22943 · Regionale 18407 | 6:42 PM Monterosso | 3h15 | 9:57 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
5 TERRE EXPRESS 22943 · Regionale 18407 · Regionale 18242 | 6:42 PM Monterosso | 3h10 | 9:52 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 673+ Regionale Veloce 4060 | 7:07 PM Monterosso | 2h32 | 9:39 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 22861 · Regionale 19379 · Regionale Veloce 4062 | 7:21 PM Monterosso | 3h11 | 10:32 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 679+ Regionale 18330 | 9:07 PM Monterosso | 2h43 | 11:50 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Monterosso to Florence run on average 29 times per day, taking around 2h 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $20 (€16) but you can travel from only $12 (€10) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 02:24, the last at 21:42. The fastest train covers the 83 miles (135 km) distance in 2h 26m.
Distance 83 miles (135 km) |
Average train duration 2h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price $20 (€16) |
Trains per day 29 |
Fastest train 2h 26m |
First train 2:24 AM |
Last train 9:42 PM |
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Florence’s premier art museum, famed for Botticelli, Leonardo, Michelangelo, and Raphael. One of Italy’s essential museum visits and often requires advance booking in busy seasons.
Best known for Michelangelo’s David, this compact but world-famous museum also holds important Florentine paintings and sculpture. Timed entry is commonly advisable.
Outstanding museum for original sculptures and treasures from Florence Cathedral, including works by Donatello, Ghiberti, and Michelangelo. A superb companion to the Duomo complex.
The monumental heart of Florence, surrounded by the cathedral, baptistery, and bell tower. Essential for first-time visitors and iconic city views.
Historic civic square lined with statues and anchored by Palazzo Vecchio. A lively open-air showcase of Florence’s political and artistic heritage.
The city’s most famous viewpoint, especially popular at sunset for sweeping panoramas over Florence. A social-media favorite and classic photo stop.
A Thick-Cut T-Bone Steak From Chianina Beef, Charcoal-Grilled Rare. It Is Florence’s Signature Dish And A Classic Of Tuscan Cooking.
A Hearty Tuscan Soup Of Bread, Cannellini Beans, Kale, And Vegetables, Traditionally Reboiled The Next Day For Deeper Flavor.
A Rustic Tomato And Bread Soup With Garlic, Olive Oil, And Basil. It Is A Beloved Florentine Comfort Dish.
A Refined Michelin-Starred Restaurant Offering Creative Tuscan Cuisine In An Elegant Contemporary Setting.
An Old-Style Florentine Institution Known For Its Butter Chicken, Artichoke Omelette, And Traditional Tuscan Atmosphere.
Historic, Bustling Trattoria Near Mercato Centrale, Famous For Florentine Classics Such As Bistecca Alla Fiorentina And Ribollita.
Moderate for Italy: museums and central hotels cost more, while casual dining and local transport stay reasonable.
Service is often included or covered by a coperto. Tipping is not mandatory; round up or leave 5-10% for very good service. Small change is fine in cafes; round up taxi fares.
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Florence Santa Maria Novella -> Piazza del Duomo, Florence
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