- Must visit
Uffizi Galleries
Florence’s premier art museum, famed for Botticelli, Leonardo, Michelangelo, and Raphael. Timed-entry booking is strongly recommended due to very high demand.
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Porto Ceresio to Florence among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $17. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 5m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $17, and a train costs an average of $32.
Distance: 187 miles (301 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$38 Average price | $21 Average price Cheapest | $74 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 35m Average total duration Fastest 4h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 55m Average total duration 6h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 52m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Porto Ceresio to Florence:
A bus is $17 (€14) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Porto Ceresio to Florence costing on average $38 (€30).
Other travel options to Florence take longer:
Bus takes on average 6h 25m.
Tickets start at around $38 (€30) compared to roughly $74 (€60) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $36 (€29). The journey takes 4h 5m versus 3h 52m 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.
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Trains from Porto Ceresio to Florence run on average 16 times per day, taking around 4h 5m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $32 (€25) but you can travel from only $17 (€14) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 02:03, the last at 19:16. The fastest train covers the 187 miles (301 km) distance in 6h 6m.
Distance 187 miles (301 km) |
Average train duration 4h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price $32 (€25) |
Trains per day 16 |
Fastest train 6h 6m |
First train 2:03 AM |
Last train 7:16 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Wed |
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Florence’s premier art museum, famed for Botticelli, Leonardo, Michelangelo, and Raphael. Timed-entry booking is strongly recommended due to very high demand.
Best known for Michelangelo’s David, plus important Florentine paintings and sculpture. Advance booking is strongly recommended.
A vast former Medici palace housing major museums and royal apartments. Worth visiting for both art collections and palace interiors.
The ceremonial heart of Florence, framed by the cathedral, baptistery, and bell tower. Essential for first-time visitors.
Florence’s great civic square, packed with sculpture, historic atmosphere, and immediate access to key landmarks.
The city’s most famous viewpoint, especially popular at sunset for panoramic photos over Florence’s skyline.
Florence’s iconic thick-cut T-bone steak from Chianina beef, grilled rare and simply seasoned. It is one of the city’s most famous traditional dishes.
A hearty Tuscan soup of bread, cannellini beans, and winter vegetables, especially black cabbage. It is a classic peasant dish strongly associated with Florence and Tuscany.
A comforting tomato and bread soup made with stale bread, garlic, olive oil, and basil. It is a beloved Florentine-Tuscan staple.
Florence’s landmark fine-dining destination, renowned for haute cuisine, exceptional wine service, and one of Italy’s most prestigious cellars.
Long-established traditional restaurant known for its butter chicken, artichoke omelette, and intimate old-Florence atmosphere.
Historic, no-frills Florentine trattoria near Mercato Centrale, famous for bistecca alla Fiorentina, ribollita, and other classic Tuscan dishes.
Compared with many Italian cities, Florence is moderately priced overall, but accommodation and dining in the historic center are noticeably higher.
Service is often included or reflected in menu prices, and tipping is not obligatory. In restaurants, locals may round up the bill or leave EUR 1-5 for good service; around 5-10% is appreciated only.}
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Florence Santa Maria Novella -> Piazza del Duomo, Florence
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Porto Ceresio to Florence by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Florence, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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