- Must visit
Uffizi Galleries
Florence’s premier art museum, famed for Botticelli, Leonardo, and Michelangelo. One of Italy’s essential Renaissance collections and usually requires advance booking.
Cheapest price
$25
Average price
$25
Fastest journey
4 h 57 m
Average duration
4 h 57 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
181 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from San Bonifacio to Florence is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from San Bonifacio to Florence will cost around $25 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $25.
Of the 1 trains that leave San Bonifacio for Florence on Tue, Jun 30, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Jun 30 the direct trains cover the 181 km distance in an average of 4 h 57 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 57 m .
On Tue, Jun 30 the slowest trains will take 4 h 57 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 San Bonifacio to Florence among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 8m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $13, and a train costs an average of $24.
Distance: 112 miles (181 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$25 Average price | $19 Average price Cheapest | $45 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 38m Average total duration Fastest 2h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 0m Average total duration 2h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 43m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from San Bonifacio to Florence:
A bus is $6 (€5) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from San Bonifacio to Florence costing on average $25 (€20).
Other travel options to Florence take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 30m.
The journey is about 35m faster (2h 8m by train vs 2h 43m by car) and roughly $20 (€17) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($25 (€20) vs $45 (€37)). 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 San Bonifacio to Florence trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, June 30. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 3:13 PM San Bonifacio | 4h57 | 8:10 PM Florence | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from San Bonifacio to Florence run on average 17 times per day, taking around 2h 8m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $24 (€20) but you can travel from only $13 (€11) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:25, the last at 23:18. The fastest train covers the 112 miles (181 km) distance in 3h 46m.
Distance 112 miles (181 km) |
Average train duration 2h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price $24 (€20) |
Trains per day 17 |
Fastest train 3h 46m |
First train 12:25 AM |
Last train 11:18 PM |
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Florence’s premier art museum, famed for Botticelli, Leonardo, and Michelangelo. One of Italy’s essential Renaissance collections and usually requires advance booking.
Home of Michelangelo’s David and important Florentine paintings. Extremely popular and commonly booked ahead for timed entry.
A vast former Medici palace housing several museums, including the Palatine Gallery and royal apartments. Strong choice for art, interiors, and court history.
Florence’s monumental heart, framed by the cathedral, baptistery, and bell tower. Constantly lively and one of the city’s essential orientation points.
Grand historic square filled with civic symbolism, sculpture, and landmark architecture. One of the most important public spaces in Florence.
The city’s most famous panoramic terrace, especially popular for sunset photos and social-media views over the Arno and Duomo.
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 classic Florentine street food made from the fourth stomach of the cow, slowly simmered and often served in a bread roll with green sauce or chili.
A hearty Tuscan bread and vegetable soup with beans, black cabbage, and stale bread. It is a rustic local staple, especially in cooler months.
Established Michelin-starred fine dining restaurant offering refined Tuscan cuisine in an elegant contemporary setting in central Florence.
Legendary old-school trattoria known for simple, expertly prepared Florentine classics, especially butter chicken and traditional Tuscan comfort food.
Historic casual trattoria near Mercato Centrale, famous for traditional Florentine dishes such as bistecca, ribollita, and hearty daily specials.
Prices are higher than in much of Italy, especially near the center. Museums, hotels, and dining add up fast.
Service is often included or a coperto is charged. Tipping is not required, but rounding up or leaving 5-10% for good table service is appreciated. Round up taxis.
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