- Must visit
Uffizi Gallery
World-famous gallery with Botticelli, Leonardo, and Michelangelo. Essential for understanding Renaissance painting and one of Florence’s top visits.
Cheapest price
€99
Average price
€99
Fastest journey
5 h 25 m
Average duration
5 h 39 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
434 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Sorrento to Florence is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sorrento to Florence will cost around €99 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €99.
It's difficult to get from Sorrento to Florence without transferring at least once.
FRECCIALINK LK334+
FRECCIAROSSA 9674
FRECCIALINK LK134+
FRECCIAROSSA 9552
FRECCIALINK LK228+
FRECCIAROSSA 9592
FRECCIALINK LK134+
FRECCIAROSSA 9552
FRECCIALINK LK228+
FRECCIAROSSA 9592
FRECCIALINK LK334+
FRECCIAROSSA 9674Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Sorrento to Florence among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €42. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 48m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €42, and a flight costs an average of €144.
Distance: 269 miles (434 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€75 Average price | €60 Average price Cheapest | €211 Average price |
7h 2m Average total duration 6h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 12m Average total duration 6h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 48m Average total duration Fastest 1h 48m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions | 1.3 - 2.6kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Sorrento to Florence:
A bus is €14 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Sorrento to Florence costing on average €75.
A bus is €151 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Sorrento to Florence costing on average €211.
Other travel options to Florence take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 32m.
Bus takes on average 6h 42m.
The table below shows live departures for Sorrento to Florence trains for today, Friday, August 28. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FRECCIALINK LK134+ FRECCIAROSSA 9552 | 1:00 PM Sorrento station | 5h46 | 6:46 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIALINK LK130+ FRECCIAROSSA 9568 | 5:27 PM Sorrento station | 5h38 | 11:05 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Sorrento to Florence run on average 3 times per day, taking around 6h 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €43 but you can travel from only €42 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:18. The fastest train covers the 269 miles (434 km) distance in 5h 0m.
Distance 269 miles (434 km) |
Average train duration 6h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price €43 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 5h 0m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:18 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Best time to book 70 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 Sorrento 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 Sorrento to Florence trains use the Sorrento to Firenze Santa Maria Novella station pair, with some services arriving at Firenze Campo di Marte. Use this guide to compare Sorrento and Florence train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Sorrento 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: Ristorante Tasso, Il Buco
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Sorrento. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Sorrento. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Sorrento: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Sorrento: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Sorrento: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Grand Hotel Royal, Hotel Mediterraneo, Hotel Bristol.
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
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.
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