- 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
$34
Average price
$60
Fastest journey
8 h 56 m
Average duration
10 h 17 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
631 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Paola to Florence is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Paola to Florence will cost around $60 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $34.
Of the 5 trains that leave Paola for Florence on Sun, Jun 21, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 21 the direct trains cover the 631 km distance in an average of 10 h 17 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 8 h 56 m .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest trains will take 11 h 46 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 Paola to Florence among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $21. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 8m. 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 $21, and a flight costs an average of $106.
Distance: 392 miles (631 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$72 Average price | $36 Average price Cheapest | $106 Average price | $197 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
8h 4m Average total duration 7h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 58m Average total duration 9h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 8m Average total duration Fastest 2h 8m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 7h 41m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.6 - 1.6kg CO2 emissions | 1.9 - 3.8kg 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 Paola to Florence:
A bus is $36 (€30) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Paola to Florence costing on average $72 (€59).
A bus is $70 (€57) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Paola to Florence costing on average $106 (€87).
Other travel options to Florence take longer:
Train takes on average 7h 34m.
Bus takes on average 9h 28m.
The journey is about 7m faster (7h 34m by train vs 7h 41m by car) and roughly $124 (€102) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($72 (€59) vs $197 (€161)). 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.
Direct services run with Frecciarossa, Italo, Intercity Notte.
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 Paola 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 |
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![]() | 2:03 PM Paola | 6h14 | 8:17 PM Florence | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, June 21 | |||||
![]() | 9:18 AM Paola | 8h56 | 6:14 PM Florence | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:07 AM Paola | 9h53 | 9:00 PM Florence | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:39 PM Paola | 11h46 | 12:25 AM Florence | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Paola to Florence run on average 17 times per day, taking around 7h 34m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $34 (€28) but you can travel from only $21 (€17) by bus.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:12, the last at 23:42. The fastest train covers the 392 miles (631 km) distance in 6h 13m.
Distance 392 miles (631 km) |
Average train duration 7h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price $34 (€28) |
Trains per day 17 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 6h 13m |
First train 12:12 AM |
Last train 11:42 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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