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Uffizi Gallery
World-famous gallery with Botticelli, Leonardo, and Michelangelo. Essential for understanding Renaissance painting and one of Florence’s top visits.
Cheapest price
CHF70
Average price
CHF70
Fastest journey
10 h 26 m
Average duration
10 h 26 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
579 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Scalea to Florence is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Scalea to Florence will cost around CHF70 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only CHF70.
Of the 1 trains that leave Scalea for Florence on Tue, Aug 04, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Aug 04 the direct trains cover the 579 km distance in an average of 10 h 26 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 10 h 26 m .
On Tue, Aug 04 the slowest trains will take 10 h 26 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 Scalea to Florence among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from CHF26. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 30m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of CHF26, and a train costs an average of CHF25.
Distance: 359 miles (579 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
CHF61 Average price | CHF45 Average price Cheapest | CHF55 Average price | CHF150 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 46m Average total duration 6h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 10m Average total duration 8h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 30m Average total duration Fastest 2h 30m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 6h 34m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Scalea to Florence:
A bus is CHF11 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Scalea to Florence costing on average CHF55.
A bus is CHF16 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Scalea to Florence costing on average CHF61.
Other travel options to Florence take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 16m.
Bus takes on average 8h 40m.
The journey is about 18m faster (6h 16m by train vs 6h 34m by car) and roughly CHF89 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (CHF61 vs CHF150). 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 Italo, Frecciarossa.
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 Scalea to Florence trains for today, Monday, August 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Regionale 5584+ Intercity 724+ InterCityNotte 774 | 4:16 PM Scalea-Santa Domenica Talao | 9h42 | 1:58 AM Florence Campo di Marte | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8868 · FRECCIAROSSA 9568 | 4:51 PM Scalea-Santa Domenica Talao | 6h07 | 10:58 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 560+ FRECCIAROSSA 8332 · FRECCIAROSSA 9674 | 5:46 PM Scalea-Santa Domenica Talao | 5h34 | 11:20 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 transfers | |
InterCityNotte 1962 | 9:26 PM Scalea-Santa Domenica Talao | 8h10 | 5:36 AM Florence Campo di Marte | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Tuesday, August 4 | |||||
![]() | 12:24 PM Scalea | 10h26 | 10:50 PM Florence | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Scalea to Florence run on average 14 times per day, taking around 6h 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at CHF25 but you can travel from only CHF17 by flight.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:12, the last at 23:26. The fastest train covers the 359 miles (579 km) distance in 4h 43m.
Distance 359 miles (579 km) |
Average train duration 6h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price CHF25 |
Trains per day 14 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 4h 43m |
First train 12:12 AM |
Last train 11:26 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 49 days |
Discover the best of Florence — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Florence trip today.
World-famous gallery with Botticelli, Leonardo, and Michelangelo. Essential for understanding Renaissance painting and one of Florence’s top visits.
Houses Michelangelo’s David alongside major Renaissance sculptures. A must for first-time visitors interested in Florence’s artistic legacy.
Monastic museum with Fra Angelico frescoes and tranquil cells. Ideal for experiencing spiritual art in one of Florence’s most atmospheric spaces.
Florence’s monumental main square, framed by civic buildings and sculpture. A must for first impressions, history, and lively urban atmosphere.
The cathedral square is Florence’s ceremonial heart, surrounded by the Duomo, Baptistery, and bell tower. Essential for architecture lovers.
Riverside viewpoint with one of Florence’s classic panoramas. Best at sunset for sweeping views over the Arno, domes, and historic center.
Thick Florentine T-bone steak from Chianina beef, grilled rare over coals. It is the city's signature celebratory dish and a classic of Tuscan cuisine.
A rustic Tuscan bread soup with black cabbage, cannellini beans, vegetables, and olive oil. A beloved frugal dish rooted in Florentine home cooking.
A thick soup of bread, tomatoes, basil, garlic, and olive oil, served warm or at room temperature. It celebrates simple Tuscan ingredients and stale bread.
Three-Michelin-star fine dining by Enoteca Pinchiorri, known for refined Italian cuisine and an exceptional wine cellar. Elegant and formal.
Legendary casual stop for Lampredotto sandwiches and other tripe specialties. Simple, authentic street food experience in central Florence.
Historic steakhouse famed for Bistecca Alla Fiorentina and classic Tuscan dishes. Traditional, bustling atmosphere near Santa Croce.
Moderate for Italy: hotels in the center are pricier, but dining and transit are reasonable versus Rome or Venice.
Service is often included. Round up or leave €1-2 at cafés, 5-10% for great restaurant service, and round up taxi fares.
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Firenze Santa Maria Novella -> Piazza del Duomo, Florence
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Scalea 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.

Most Scalea to Florence trains use the Scalea-Santa Domenica Talao to Firenze Santa Maria Novella station pair, with some services arriving at Firenze Campo di Marte. Use this guide to compare Scalea and Florence train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Scalea-Santa Domenica Talao has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Scalea-Santa Domenica Talao.
Ticket office support is available at Scalea-Santa Domenica Talao. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Available at Scalea-Santa Domenica Talao: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Scalea-Santa Domenica Talao: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Scalea-Santa Domenica Talao: Elevators.
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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