- Must visit
Galleria degli Uffizi
World-famous Renaissance gallery with masterpieces by Botticelli, Leonardo, Michelangelo, and Caravaggio. One of Florence’s essential museum visits.
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Winterthur to Florence Santa Maria Novella among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $37. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 44m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $37, and a flight costs an average of $238.
Distance: 284 miles (458 km)
Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$131 Average price | $238 Average price | $37 Average price Cheapest | $135 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 14m Average total duration Fastest 4h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 14h 40m Average total duration 11h 40m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 11h 20m Average total duration 10h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 3m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Winterthur to Florence Santa Maria Novella:
A bus is $94 (€76) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Winterthur to Florence Santa Maria Novella costing on average $131 (€106).
A bus is $201 (€162) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Winterthur to Florence Santa Maria Novella costing on average $238 (€192).
Other travel options to Florence Santa Maria Novella take longer:
Bus takes on average 10h 50m.
Flight takes on average 11h 40m.
The journey is about 2h 19m faster (4h 44m by train vs 7h 3m by car) and roughly $5 (€4) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($131 (€106) vs $135 (€110)). 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 Trenitalia.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
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Trains from Winterthur to Florence Santa Maria Novella run on average 24 times per day, taking around 4h 44m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $131 (€106) but you can travel from only $37 (€30) by bus.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 13:00, the last at 13:00. The fastest train covers the 284 miles (458 km) distance in 7h 22m.
Distance 284 miles (458 km) |
Average train duration 4h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price $131 (€106) |
Trains per day 24 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 7h 22m |
First train 1:00 PM |
Last train 1:00 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Wed |
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World-famous Renaissance gallery with masterpieces by Botticelli, Leonardo, Michelangelo, and Caravaggio. One of Florence’s essential museum visits.
Best known for Michelangelo’s David, this museum also holds important Florentine paintings and sculptures. Timed-entry tickets are commonly used.
Outstanding museum preserving original works from the Florence Cathedral complex, including sculptures by Michelangelo, Donatello, and Ghiberti.
The ceremonial heart of Florence, surrounded by the cathedral, baptistery, and bell tower. Essential for first-time visitors and iconic photos.
Historic civic square filled with sculpture and framed by Palazzo Vecchio and the Loggia dei Lanzi. One of Florence’s most atmospheric public spaces.
The city’s classic panoramic viewpoint, especially popular at sunset and on social media for sweeping views over Florence’s rooftops and dome.
Thick-cut Chianina beef steak grilled rare over coals, one of Florence's most iconic and celebratory dishes.
Hearty Tuscan soup of bread, cannellini beans, and vegetables, traditionally reheated the next day for deeper flavor.
Rustic tomato and bread soup with garlic, olive oil, and basil, a classic example of Tuscan cucina povera.
Renowned fine dining institution with Michelin-starred cuisine and one of Italy's most celebrated wine cellars.
Popular steakhouse known for Bistecca Alla Fiorentina, with a polished yet approachable atmosphere near Santa Maria Novella.
Historic, lively trattoria near the central market, famous for Florentine steak and classic Tuscan dishes.
Moderate by Italian standards. Cafes and casual meals are reasonable, but hotels and central dining near the station cost more.
Service is often included or covered by a coperto. Tipping is not required, but rounding up or leaving EUR 1-3 for good service is appreciated. Taxis are usually rounded up.
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Firenze Santa Maria Novella -> Piazza del Duomo, Florence
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