How to travel from Como to Florence

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Como to Florence

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Como to Florence among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $33 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 5h 11m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $33, while a bus costs an average of $35.

Distance: 176 miles (284 km)

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5h 45m

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3h 52m

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The cheapest way to travel from Como to Florence is a train with an average price of $33.

This is compared to other travel options from Como to Florence:

A train is $1 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Como to Florence costing on average $35.

A train is $237 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Como to Florence costing on average $270.

The fastest way to travel from Como to Florence is by train with an average journey time of 5h 11m.

Other travel options to Florence take longer:

Bus takes on average 5h 45m.

Flight takes on average 7h 6m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Como and Florence including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Como to Florence among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around $33 compared to roughly $106 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $73. The journey takes 4h 41m versus 3h 52m 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.

Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.

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from Como to Florence

How to get from Como to Florence by train, bus or flight.

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The best way to travel from Como to Florence is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • Itabus2495
    9:55 PM6h15
    Como, Via Colombo Cristoforo (Grandate FNM)
    4:10 AMScandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)
    $221One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • Itabus2495
    9:55 PM6h15
    Como, Via Colombo Cristoforo (Grandate FNM)
    4:10 AMScandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)
    $221One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • RegionaleRegionale TRENORD 25521+FrecciarossaFRECCIAROSSA 8813 · FRECCIAROSSA 9425
    1:36 PM3h03
    Como San Giovanni
    4:39 PMFlorence Santa Maria Novella
    $1101One-way
    2 transfers

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  • RegionaleRegionale TRENORD 25525 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 2475 · Regionale 17851
    3:36 PM6h34
    Como San Giovanni
    10:10 PMFlorence Santa Maria Novella
    $361One-way
    2 transfers
  • RegionaleS11 TRENORD 25017 · Regionale 2293 · Regionale 18288
    5:20 AM7h48
    Como San Giovanni
    1:08 PMFlorence Santa Maria Novella
    $421One-way
    2 transfers
  • RegionaleS11 TRENORD 25059 · Regionale 2295 · Regionale 18539
    3:50 PM8h00
    Como San Giovanni
    11:50 PMFlorence Santa Maria Novella
    $421One-way
    2 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    5:05 PM7h30
    Como, Via Colombo Cristoforo (Grandate FNM)
    12:35 AMScandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)
    $341One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    2:05 PM6h55
    Como, Piazzale San Gottardo (Stazione San Giovanni)
    9:00 PMFlorence, Guidoni Tram T2
    $351One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    5:05 PM7h55
    Como, Via Colombo Cristoforo (Grandate FNM)
    1:00 AMFirenze, Piazzale Montelungo
    $351One-way
    1 transfer
  • ITAAZ2061 · AZ1681
    5:00 PM5h55
    Milan Linate Airport
    10:55 PMFlorence Peretola Airport
    $2191One-way
    1 transfer
  • ITAAZ2013 · AZ1675
    7:00 AM3h40
    Milan Linate Airport
    10:40 AMFlorence Peretola Airport
    $3161One-way
    1 transfer
  • ITAAZ2109 · AZ1681
    7:00 PM3h55
    Milan Linate Airport
    10:55 PMFlorence Peretola Airport
    $3161One-way
    1 transfer

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How to get from Como to Florence

The Best Way According to our Users

Whether it is for business or leisure, in order to travel from Como to Florence, 100,00% of our customers choose the train as their preferred mode of transportation. By traveling by train on this route, you can enjoy the comfort of spacious seats, spectacular views—and in some cases free Wi-Fi—in both second and first class. Our customers have decided that the train is the best way to get from Como to Florence and have chosen to enjoy this fast, safe and efficient way to arrive at their destination. Taking the train also avoids long lines or potential expenses for transfers to/from the station—especially since most main railway stations are located in the city center. Train companies in Europe vary from country to country, but most of them offer high-speed train routes, therefore when you add up at the end-to-end journey time, the train is often also the fastest way to get to your destination.

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FAQs: Travel from Como to Florence

Travel to Florence easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Como to Florence.

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There are 3 options to travel between Como and Florence including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Como to Florence is a train with an average price of $33.

This is compared to other travel options from Como to Florence:

A train is $1 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Como to Florence costing on average $35.

A train is $237 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Como to Florence costing on average $270.

The fastest way to travel from Como to Florence is by train with an average journey time of 5h 11m.

Other travel options to Florence take longer:

Bus takes on average 5h 45m.

Flight takes on average 7h 6m.

The distance from Como to Florence is approximately 176 miles (284 km).
The average frequency per day from Como to Florence is:
  • Around 39 trains per day.
  • Around 16 flights per day.
  • Around 10 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Como and Florence as scheduled services by train, bus, and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Como to Florence:
  • Flights mostly depart from Milan Linate Airport and arrive in Florence Peretola Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Como San Giovanni and arrive in Florence Santa Maria Novella.
  • Buses mostly depart from Como, Piazzale San Gottardo (Stazione San Giovanni) and arrive in Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Como to Florence, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Italo, Frecciarossa, Intercity, Regionale, Intercity Notte, Trenitalia, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) to go to Florence by train.
  • Travel with Itabus, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, Marino Autolinee, flibco to go to Florence by bus.
Yes, there are direct services available from Como to Florence with the following travel companies:
  • 1 direct trains per day with Italo.
  • 8 direct buses per day with Itabus, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, Marino Autolinee.
Omio customers who travel from Como to Florence often also extend their vacation to go to Rome, Pisa, Venice, Milan, Bologna. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Florence and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Florence to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Florence, you can climb to Piazzale Michelangelo for panoramic views of the city's skyline, visit the Accademia Gallery to see Michelangelo's David, and take a cooking class to master traditional Tuscan dishes. Enjoy a wine tasting tour in the Chianti region and explore the vibrant San Lorenzo Market. Don't miss the iconic Florence Cathedral with its stunning dome, the Uffizi Gallery for masterpieces by Botticelli and Michelangelo, and Ponte Vecchio for its historic charm. Visit Palazzo Vecchio, a medieval fortress-palace, and the elegant Boboli Gardens behind Pitti Palace.
To fully experience Florence, plan for at least 3 to 4 days to explore its rich history, art, and architecture, including must-sees like the Uffizi Gallery, Florence Cathedral, and Ponte Vecchio.

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