- 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
$26
Average price
$28
Fastest journey
2 h 4 m
Average duration
2 h 26 m
Trains per day
30
Distance
126 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Riomaggiore station 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 Riomaggiore station to Florence Santa Maria Novella will cost around $28 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $26.
It's difficult to get from Riomaggiore station to Florence Santa Maria Novella without transferring at least 2 times.
5 TERRE EXPRESS 12305 · Regionale 18399 · Regionale Veloce 4046
Regionale 12211 · Regionale 18425
5 TERRE EXPRESS 22943 · Regionale 18407
5 TERRE EXPRESS 22935 · Regionale 18403 · Regionale Veloce 4056
5 TERRE EXPRESS 22939 · Regionale 18423
5 TERRE EXPRESS 22931+
FRECCIABIANCA 8619+
Regionale Veloce 4046
Regionale Veloce 3273 · Regionale 19367 · Regionale Veloce 4048
5 TERRE EXPRESS 22921+
Intercity 511+
Regionale Veloce 4040
5 TERRE EXPRESS 22903+
Intercity 651+
Regionale Veloce 4026
5 TERRE EXPRESS 22939 · Regionale 19375 · Regionale Veloce 4058Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Riomaggiore station to Florence Santa Maria Novella 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 bus which can get you there in 2h 17m. 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: 78 miles (126 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$23 Average price | $21 Average price Cheapest | $48 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 48m Average total duration 2h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 47m Average total duration Fastest 2h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 20m 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 Riomaggiore station to Florence Santa Maria Novella:
A bus is $3 (€2) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Riomaggiore station to Florence Santa Maria Novella costing on average $23 (€19).
Other travel options to Florence Santa Maria Novella take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 18m.
The journey is about 2m faster (2h 18m by train vs 2h 20m by car) and roughly $24 (€20) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($23 (€19) vs $48 (€39)). 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 Riomaggiore station to Florence Santa Maria Novella trains for tomorrow, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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Regionale 12211 · Regionale 18425 | 5:23 AM Riomaggiore station | 3h25 | 8:48 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 12211 · Regionale 19339 · Regionale Veloce 4014 | 5:23 AM Riomaggiore station | 3h15 | 8:38 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 12211+ Intercity 501+ Regionale 18264 | 5:23 AM Riomaggiore station | 2h46 | 8:09 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 12213 · Regionale 19343 · Regionale Veloce 4016 | 6:35 AM Riomaggiore station | 2h58 | 9:33 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 12215 · Regionale 19349 · Regionale Veloce 4018 | 7:22 AM Riomaggiore station | 2h39 | 10:01 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 transfers | |
5 TERRE EXPRESS 22903+ Intercity 651+ Regionale Veloce 4026 | 9:02 AM Riomaggiore station | 2h31 | 11:33 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 transfers | |
5 TERRE EXPRESS 22905+ Intercity 505+ Regionale Veloce 4030 | 9:32 AM Riomaggiore station | 3h01 | 12:33 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 transfers | |
5 TERRE EXPRESS 22907 · Regionale 19355 · Regionale 18288 | 10:02 AM Riomaggiore station | 3h06 | 1:08 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3265 · Regionale 18413 | 12:13 PM Riomaggiore station | 2h55 | 3:08 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 12225 · Regionale 19361 · Regionale Veloce 4038 | 12:38 PM Riomaggiore station | 2h55 | 3:33 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 transfers | |
5 TERRE EXPRESS 12303 · Regionale 18393 · Regionale Veloce 4040 | 1:02 PM Riomaggiore station | 2h59 | 4:01 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 transfers | |
5 TERRE EXPRESS 12303 · Regionale 18393 | 1:02 PM Riomaggiore station | 3h06 | 4:08 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
5 TERRE EXPRESS 22921+ Intercity 511+ Regionale Veloce 4040 | 1:32 PM Riomaggiore station | 2h29 | 4:01 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 12227 · Regionale 19363 · Regionale Veloce 4042 | 1:38 PM Riomaggiore station | 2h55 | 4:33 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 transfers | |
5 TERRE EXPRESS 22923 · Regionale 18415 | 2:02 PM Riomaggiore station | 3h06 | 5:08 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
5 TERRE EXPRESS 12305 · Regionale 18399 · Regionale Veloce 4046 | 3:02 PM Riomaggiore station | 2h59 | 6:01 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 transfers | |
5 TERRE EXPRESS 12305 · Regionale 18399 | 3:02 PM Riomaggiore station | 3h06 | 6:08 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
5 TERRE EXPRESS 22931+ FRECCIABIANCA 8619+ Regionale Veloce 4046 | 3:57 PM Riomaggiore station | 2h04 | 6:01 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3273 · Regionale 18401 | 4:04 PM Riomaggiore station | 3h04 | 7:08 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3273 · Regionale 19367 · Regionale Veloce 4048 | 4:04 PM Riomaggiore station | 2h29 | 6:33 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 12233 · Regionale 19373 · Regionale Veloce 4052 | 4:38 PM Riomaggiore station | 2h55 | 7:33 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 transfers | |
5 TERRE EXPRESS 22935 · Regionale 18403 · Regionale Veloce 4056 | 5:02 PM Riomaggiore station | 2h59 | 8:01 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 transfers | |
5 TERRE EXPRESS 22935 · Regionale 18403 | 5:02 PM Riomaggiore station | 3h06 | 8:08 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
5 TERRE EXPRESS 22939 · Regionale 18423 | 5:57 PM Riomaggiore station | 3h11 | 9:08 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
5 TERRE EXPRESS 22939 · Regionale 19375 · Regionale Veloce 4058 | 5:57 PM Riomaggiore station | 2h36 | 8:33 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 transfers | |
5 TERRE EXPRESS 22943 · Regionale 18407 | 6:57 PM Riomaggiore station | 3h00 | 9:57 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
5 TERRE EXPRESS 22943+ Intercity 673+ Regionale Veloce 4060 | 6:57 PM Riomaggiore station | 2h42 | 9:39 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 transfers | |
5 TERRE EXPRESS 22943 · Regionale 18407 · Regionale 18242 | 6:57 PM Riomaggiore station | 2h55 | 9:52 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 22861 · Regionale 19379 · Regionale Veloce 4062 | 7:41 PM Riomaggiore station | 2h51 | 10:32 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3283+ Intercity 679+ Regionale 18330 | 9:06 PM Riomaggiore station | 2h44 | 11:50 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 transfers | |
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Trains from Riomaggiore station to Florence Santa Maria Novella run on average 25 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 03:13, the last at 18:46. The fastest train covers the 78 miles (126 km) distance in 2h 49m.
Distance 78 miles (126 km) |
Average train duration 2h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price $20 (€16) |
Trains per day 25 |
Fastest train 2h 49m |
First train 3:13 AM |
Last train 6:46 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Tue |
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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 Riomaggiore station 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 Riomaggiore station to Florence Santa Maria Novella trains use the Riomaggiore to Firenze Santa Maria Novella station pair, with some services arriving at Firenze Campo di Marte. Use this guide to compare Riomaggiore station and Florence Santa Maria Novella train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Riomaggiore has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food options include: Binariozero, Enoteca Dau Cila
Ticket office support is available at Riomaggiore.
Available at Riomaggiore: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Riomaggiore: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Riomaggiore: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Villa Argentina, Hotel La Zorza, Hotel Due Gemelli.
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 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.
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
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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.
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