- 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
$55
Fastest journey
1 h 59 m
Average duration
2 h
Trains per day
47
Distance
205 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Venice Mestre 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 Venice Mestre to Florence Santa Maria Novella will cost around $55 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $26.
Of the 47 trains that leave Venice Mestre for Florence Santa Maria Novella on Mon, Jun 22, 27 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 205 km distance in an average of 2 h but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 59 m .
On Mon, Jun 22 the slowest trains will take 2 h 1 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.
Regionale Veloce 3985 · Regionale 17851
Regionale Veloce 3983 · Regionale TTPER 17847 · Regionale 17851
Regionale Veloce 3987 · Regionale 17853 · Regionale 18539
Regionale Veloce 3977 · Regionale 17837 · Regionale 18525
Regionale Veloce 3981 · Regionale 17843 · Regionale 18529
FRECCIAROSSA 9409
8907
FRECCIAROSSA 9421
FRECCIAROSSA 9403
FRECCIAROSSA 9435Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Venice Mestre 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 train which can get you there in 3h 24m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $12, and a train costs an average of $26.
Distance: 127 miles (205 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$35 Average price | $26 Average price Cheapest | $76 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 54m Average total duration Fastest 3h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 17m Average total duration 3h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 56m 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 Venice Mestre to Florence Santa Maria Novella:
A bus is $10 (€8) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Venice Mestre to Florence Santa Maria Novella costing on average $35 (€29).
Other travel options to Florence Santa Maria Novella take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 47m.
Tickets start at around {cheapestPrice} compared to roughly {drivingPriceInCents} in fuel and tolls — a saving of about {savingsAmount}. The journey takes {durationInMinutes} versus {drivingDurationInMinutes} by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Direct services run with Italo, Frecciarossa.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Venice Mestre 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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Regionale Veloce 3981 · Regionale 17843 · Regionale 18529 | 3:53 PM Venice Mestre | 3h59 | 7:52 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 transfers | |
8923 | On time 4:17 PM Venice Mestre | 2h03 | 6:20 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9431 | 4:38 PM Venice Mestre | 2h01 | 6:39 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3983 · Regionale TTPER 17847 · Regionale 1794 | 4:53 PM Venice Mestre | 4h52 | 9:45 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3983 · Regionale TTPER 17847 · Regionale 18533 | 4:53 PM Venice Mestre | 3h59 | 8:52 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 transfers | |
8925 | On time 5:17 PM Venice Mestre | 2h03 | 7:20 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9433 | 5:38 PM Venice Mestre | 2h01 | 7:39 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3985 · Regionale 1794 | 5:53 PM Venice Mestre | 3h52 | 9:45 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3985+ Intercity 599 | 5:53 PM Venice Mestre | 3h29 | 9:22 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
8927 | On time 6:17 PM Venice Mestre | 2h03 | 8:20 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9435 | 6:38 PM Venice Mestre | 2h01 | 8:39 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9437 | 7:38 PM Venice Mestre | 2h01 | 9:39 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3989+ FRECCIAROSSA 9573 | 7:53 PM Venice Mestre | 3h21 | 11:14 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
| Monday, June 22 | |||||
FRECCIAROSSA 9401 | 5:38 AM Venice Mestre | 2h01 | 7:39 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3961 · Regionale 17813 · Regionale 18507 | 5:53 AM Venice Mestre | 3h59 | 9:52 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9403 | 6:38 AM Venice Mestre | 2h01 | 8:39 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3963 · Autobus TTPER B0401 · Regionale 18489 | 6:53 AM Venice Mestre | 4h31 | 11:24 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 transfers | |
8903 | On time 7:17 AM Venice Mestre | 2h03 | 9:20 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9405 | 7:38 AM Venice Mestre | 2h01 | 9:39 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3965 · Autobus TTPER B0403 · Regionale 18673 | 7:53 AM Venice Mestre | 5h21 | 1:14 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 transfers | |
8905 | On time 8:17 AM Venice Mestre | 2h03 | 10:20 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9409 | 8:40 AM Venice Mestre | 1h59 | 10:39 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3967 · Autobus TTPER B0405 · Regionale 18515 | 8:53 AM Venice Mestre | 4h59 | 1:52 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 transfers | |
8907 | On time 9:20 AM Venice Mestre | 2h00 | 11:20 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9411 | 9:38 AM Venice Mestre | 2h01 | 11:39 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 3997 · Autobus FI681 · Regionale 18473 | 9:53 AM Venice Mestre | 4h31 | 2:24 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 transfers | |
8902 | On time 10:17 AM Venice Mestre | 2h03 | 12:20 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9413 | 10:38 AM Venice Mestre | 2h01 | 12:39 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3971 · Regionale TTPER 17827 · Regionale 18517 | 10:53 AM Venice Mestre | 3h59 | 2:52 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 584+ Regionale 18413 | 11:04 AM Venice Mestre | 4h04 | 3:08 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
8911 | On time 11:17 AM Venice Mestre | 2h03 | 1:20 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9415 | 11:38 AM Venice Mestre | 2h01 | 1:39 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3973 · Regionale 17831 · Regionale 18519 | 11:53 AM Venice Mestre | 3h59 | 3:52 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 transfers | |
8929 | On time 12:17 PM Venice Mestre | 2h03 | 2:20 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8419 | 12:38 PM Venice Mestre | 2h01 | 2:39 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3975 · Regionale 17833 · Regionale 18521 | 12:53 PM Venice Mestre | 3h59 | 4:52 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 transfers | |
8913 | On time 1:17 PM Venice Mestre | 2h03 | 3:20 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9421 | 1:38 PM Venice Mestre | 2h01 | 3:39 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3977+ Intercity 597+ Regionale 18232 | 1:53 PM Venice Mestre | 3h59 | 5:52 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3977 · Regionale 17837 · Regionale 18525 | 1:53 PM Venice Mestre | 3h59 | 5:52 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 transfers | |
8915 | On time 2:17 PM Venice Mestre | 2h03 | 4:20 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9425 | 2:38 PM Venice Mestre | 2h01 | 4:39 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3979 · Regionale 17839 · Regionale 18527 | 2:53 PM Venice Mestre | 3h59 | 6:52 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 transfers | |
8919 | On time 3:17 PM Venice Mestre | 2h03 | 5:20 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 594+ Regionale 18312 | 3:34 PM Venice Mestre | 3h09 | 6:43 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9427 | 3:38 PM Venice Mestre | 2h01 | 5:39 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Venice Mestre to Florence Santa Maria Novella run on average 25 times per day, taking around 3h 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $26 (€21) but you can travel from only $12 (€10) by bus.
There are 16 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:53, the last at 18:53. The fastest train covers the 127 miles (205 km) distance in 2h 0m.
Distance 127 miles (205 km) |
Average train duration 3h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price $26 (€21) |
Trains per day 25 |
Direct trains 16 |
Fastest train 2h 0m |
First train 4:53 AM |
Last train 6:53 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Thu |
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 Venice Mestre 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 Venice Mestre to Florence Santa Maria Novella trains use the Venezia Santa Lucia to Firenze Santa Maria Novella station pair, with some services arriving at Firenze Campo di Marte. Use this guide to compare Venice Mestre and Florence Santa Maria Novella train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Venezia Santa Lucia 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: GROM Ice Cream, Venchi Cioccolato, Bistrot, Tentazione Café, L’Artenl Gelato
Free WiFi available throughout station. ATMs are located inside the main retail area.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00. Information desks are located in the main passenger area.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located on Platform 1.
Available at Venezia Santa Lucia: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Venezia Santa Lucia: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Venezia Santa Lucia: Wheelchair access, step-free access to platforms.
Nearby hotels include Venice Times Hotel, Hotel Antiche Figure, Hotel Abbazia.
Venezia Mestre is 8 km from Venice city centre. Public transport options include:
Venezia Mestre has practical services for this route, including Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: McDonald’s, Chock Full O'Nuts, Puro Gusto, Juice Bar, Rossosapore
ATMs are located by Forexchange on the ground floor.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 05:50 - 20:30. Information desks are located in the main concourse.
Luggage storage is provided by KiPoint and located on the ground floor.
Available at Venezia Mestre: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Venezia Mestre: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Venezia Mestre: Full accessibility facilities, including toilets, ramps, wheelchairs, elevators and a mobility assistance center.
Nearby hotels include Best Western Hotel Tritone, The Plaza Hotel, Hotel Villa Constanza.
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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