How to travel from Genoa to Florence

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Compare train and bus for Genoa to Florence

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Genoa to Florence among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 25m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $7, and a train costs an average of $26.

Distance: 123 miles (198 km)

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The cheapest way to travel from Genoa to Florence is a bus with an average price of $15 (€12).

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

A bus is $14 (€11) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Genoa to Florence costing on average $29 (€24).

The fastest way to travel from Genoa to Florence is by train with an average journey time of 3h 25m.

Other travel options to Florence take longer:

Bus takes on average 3h 44m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Genoa and Florence including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Genoa to Florence among Omio's users.

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How to get from Genoa to Florence

The Best Way According to our Users

Whether it is for business or leisure, in order to travel from Genoa to Florence, 70,37% 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 Genoa 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 Genoa 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 Genoa to Florence.

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There are 2 options to travel between Genoa and Florence including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Genoa to Florence is a bus with an average price of $15 (€12).

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

A bus is $14 (€11) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Genoa to Florence costing on average $29 (€24).

The fastest way to travel from Genoa to Florence is by train with an average journey time of 3h 25m.

Other travel options to Florence take longer:

Bus takes on average 3h 44m.

The distance from Genoa to Florence is approximately 123 miles (198 km).
The average frequency per day from Genoa to Florence is:
  • Around 31 trains per day.
  • Around 18 buses per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Genoa to Florence:
  • Trains mostly depart from Genoa Piazza Principe and arrive in Florence Santa Maria Novella.
  • Buses mostly depart from Genova, Via Fanti D'Italia and arrive in Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Genoa to Florence, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, BlaBlaCar Bus, Marino Autolinee, Itabus, Gruppo Di Maio to go to Florence by bus.
  • Travel with Frecciargento, Frecciabianca, Intercity, Regionale, Frecciarossa, Intercity Notte, Italo to go to Florence by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from Genoa to Florence with the following travel companies:
  • 15 direct buses per day with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, BlaBlaCar Bus, Itabus, Gruppo Di Maio.
  • 2 direct trains per day with Frecciargento, Intercity, Frecciarossa.
Omio customers who travel from Genoa 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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