- 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 on Oct 23
$28
Average ticket price on Oct 23
$52
Fastest journey on Oct 23
2 h 13 m
Average journey duration on Oct 23
2 h 13 m
Trains on Oct 23
42
Distance
205 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Venice Santa Lucia to Florence is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Venice Santa Lucia to Florence will cost around $52 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $28.
On Fri, Oct 23, we found 42 trains from Venice Santa Lucia to Florence, including 24 direct services.
On Fri, Oct 23 the direct trains cover the 205 km distance in an average of 2 h 13 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 13 m .
On Fri, Oct 23 the slowest trains will take 2 h 13 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 3979 · Regionale 17839 · Regionale 18527
Regionale Veloce 3977 · Regionale 17837 · Regionale 18525
Regionale Veloce 3973 · Regionale 17831 · Regionale 18519
Regionale Veloce 3981 · Regionale 17843 · Regionale 18529
Regionale Veloce 3983 · Regionale TTPER 17847 · Regionale 18531
FRECCIAROSSA 9405
FRECCIAROSSA 9425
FRECCIAROSSA 9401
FRECCIAROSSA 9421
FRECCIAROSSA 9435Trains from Venice Santa Lucia to Florence run on average 34 times per day, taking around 2h 40m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $14 (€12) but you can travel from only $8 (€6) by bus.
There are 23 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:40, the last at 17:40. The fastest train covers the 127 miles (205 km) distance in 2h 5m.
Distance 127 miles (205 km) |
Average train duration 2h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price $14 (€12) |
Trains per day 34 |
Direct trains 23 |
Fastest train 2h 5m |
First train 3:40 AM |
Last train 5:40 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 84 days |
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The table below shows live departures for Venice Santa Lucia to Florence trains for today, Thursday, October 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Regionale 3997 · Regionale 17825 · Regionale 18515 | 9:40 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 4h12 | 1:52 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9413 | 10:26 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 2h13 | 12:39 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3971 · Regionale TTPER 17827 · Regionale 18517 | 10:40 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 4h12 | 2:52 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 transfers | |
8911 | 11:05 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 2h15 | 1:20 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9415 | 11:26 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 2h13 | 1:39 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3973 · Regionale 17831 · Regionale 18519 | 11:40 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 4h12 | 3:52 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 transfers | |
8929 | 12:05 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 2h15 | 2:20 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8419 | 12:26 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 2h13 | 2:39 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3975 · Regionale 17833 · Regionale 18521 | 12:40 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 4h12 | 4:52 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 transfers | |
8913 | 1:05 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 2h15 | 3:20 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9421 | 1:26 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 2h13 | 3:39 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3977+ Intercity 597 | 1:40 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 3h47 | 5:27 PM Florence Rifredi | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3977 · Regionale 17837 · Regionale 18525 | 1:40 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 4h12 | 5:52 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 transfers | |
8915 | 2:05 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 2h15 | 4:20 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9425 | 2:26 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 2h13 | 4:39 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3979 · Regionale 17839 · Regionale 18527 | 2:40 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 4h12 | 6:52 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 transfers | |
8919 | 3:05 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 2h15 | 5:20 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 16800+ Intercity 594 | 3:13 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 3h12 | 6:25 PM Florence Rifredi | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9427 | 3:26 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 2h13 | 5:39 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3981 · Regionale 17843 · Regionale 18529 | 3:40 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 4h12 | 7:52 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 transfers | |
8923 | 4:05 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 2h15 | 6:20 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9431 | 4:26 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 2h13 | 6:39 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3983 · Regionale TTPER 17847 · Regionale 18531 | 4:40 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 4h12 | 8:52 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 transfers | |
8925 | 5:05 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 2h15 | 7:20 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9433 | 5:26 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 2h13 | 7:39 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3985 · Regionale 17851 | 5:40 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 4h30 | 10:10 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3985+ Intercity 599 | 5:40 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 3h42 | 9:22 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
8927 | 6:05 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 2h15 | 8:20 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9435 | 6:26 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 2h13 | 8:39 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9437 | 7:26 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 2h13 | 9:39 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3989 · Regionale 17853 · Regionale 18539 | 7:40 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 4h10 | 11:50 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 transfers | |
| Friday, October 23 | |||||
FRECCIAROSSA 9401 | 5:26 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 2h13 | 7:39 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3961+ Intercity 583 | 5:40 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 4h32 | 10:12 AM Florence Rifredi | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3961 · Regionale 17813 · Regionale 18507 | 5:40 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 4h12 | 9:52 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9403 | 6:26 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 2h13 | 8:39 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3963 · Regionale 17817 · Regionale 18509 | 6:40 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 4h12 | 10:52 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 transfers | |
8903 | 7:05 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 2h15 | 9:20 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9405 | 7:26 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 2h13 | 9:39 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3965 · Regionale 17819 · Regionale 18511 | 7:40 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 4h12 | 11:52 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 transfers | |
8905 | 8:05 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 2h15 | 10:20 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3428+ Intercity 584 | 9:10 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 3h17 | 12:27 PM Florence Rifredi | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9411 | 9:26 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 2h13 | 11:39 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
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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
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Most Venice Santa Lucia to Florence trains use the Venezia Mestre to Firenze Santa Maria Novella station pair, with some services arriving at Firenze Rifredi. Use this guide to compare Venice Santa Lucia and Florence 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.
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 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.
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.
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