- 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
$58
Average price
$64
Fastest journey
11 h 22 m
Average duration
11 h 57 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
512 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Potenza 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 Potenza to Florence Santa Maria Novella will cost around $64 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $58.
Of the 4 trains that leave Potenza for Florence Santa Maria Novella on Mon, Jun 22, 4 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 512 km distance in an average of 11 h 57 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 11 h 22 m .
On Mon, Jun 22 the slowest trains will take 12 h 25 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 Potenza to Florence Santa Maria Novella among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $26. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 24m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $26, and a flight costs an average of $21.
Distance: 318 miles (512 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
$60 Average price | $46 Average price Cheapest | $71 Average price |
7h 11m Average total duration 6h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 20m Average total duration 7h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 24m Average total duration Fastest 2h 24m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Potenza to Florence Santa Maria Novella:
A bus is $14 (€12) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Potenza to Florence Santa Maria Novella costing on average $60 (€49).
A bus is $26 (€21) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Potenza to Florence Santa Maria Novella costing on average $71 (€58).
Other travel options to Florence Santa Maria Novella take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 41m.
Bus takes on average 7h 50m.
The table below shows live departures for Potenza 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 |
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![]() | 10:30 AM Potenza | 11h20 | 9:50 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:17 AM Potenza | 11h33 | 10:50 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:30 AM Potenza | 9h30 | 9:00 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:15 PM Potenza | 11h47 | 7:02 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Potenza to Florence Santa Maria Novella run on average 24 times per day, taking around 6h 41m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $33 (€27) but you can travel from only $21 (€17) by flight.
The earliest train runs at 05:00, the last at 19:23. The fastest train covers the 318 miles (512 km) distance in 9h 30m.
Distance 318 miles (512 km) |
Average train duration 6h 41m |
Cheapest ticket price $33 (€27) |
Trains per day 24 |
Fastest train 9h 30m |
First train 5:00 AM |
Last train 7:23 PM |
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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
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Potenza to Florence Santa Maria Novella 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 Santa Maria Novella, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Potenza to Florence Santa Maria Novella trains use the Potenza Centrale to Firenze Santa Maria Novella station pair, with some services arriving at Firenze Rifredi. Use this guide to compare Potenza and Florence Santa Maria Novella train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Potenza Centrale is 1 km from Potenza city centre. Public transport options include:
Potenza Centrale has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Ristorante Al Duomo, Trattoria Al Vecchio Scarpone
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Potenza Centrale. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Potenza Centrale. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Potenza Centrale: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Potenza Centrale: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Potenza Centrale: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Grande Albergo Potenza, Park Hotel Centro Congressi, Hotel Pretoria.
Potenza Superiore has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, and Hotel.
Food and drink options are available at Potenza Superiore.
ATMs are available at Potenza Superiore.
Available at Potenza Superiore: Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Potenza Superiore.
Potenza, Universita has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, and Hotel.
Food and drink options are available at Potenza, Universita.
Available at Potenza, Universita: Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Potenza, Universita.
Firenze Santa Maria Novella is 1 km from Florence city centre. Public transport options include:
Firenze Santa Maria Novella has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: 12oz Coffee Joint, Casa Maioli, Don Nino, Fratelli Cuore, McDonald´s, Panella, Segafredo Zanetti, Spizzico, Venchi, & many more
Free WiFi (30 minutes limit). ATMs are located in the basement in the shopping center next to the Feltrinelli bookshop and between Celio and Mango shops.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00. Information desks are located inside and outside the station.
Luggage storage is provided by KiPoint and located on the ground floor, on the side of Piazza Adua. Open daily from 06:00 to 23:00.
Available at Firenze Santa Maria Novella: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Firenze Santa Maria Novella: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Firenze Santa Maria Novella: Elevators, escalators, step-free access. Mobility assistance is available with the Sala Blu, located next to Platform 1.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Luxor Florence, Joy Hotel Florence, Diplomat Hotel Florence.
Firenze Rifredi is 3 km from Florence city centre. Public transport options include:
Firenze Rifredi has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Trattoria Fratelli Briganti, Osteria di Poneta
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Firenze Rifredi. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Firenze Rifredi. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Firenze Rifredi: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Firenze Rifredi: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Firenze Rifredi: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Raffaello, Hotel Corolle, Hotel Dalmazia.
Firenze Campo di Marte is 2 km from Florence city centre. Public transport options include:
Firenze Campo di Marte has practical services for this route, including Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food options include: Moka Café
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 07:15 - 20:45.
Available at Firenze Campo di Marte: Taxis, WC.
Available at Firenze Campo di Marte: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Firenze Campo di Marte: The station is fully accessible, with step-free access throughout the station.
Nearby hotels include Florence Stadium B&B, Hotel Villa Liana, Hotel della Robbia.
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