How to travel from Milan Centrale to Florence

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Milan Centrale to Florence

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Milan Centrale to Florence among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $16 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 14m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $16, while a train costs an average of $30.

Distance: 155 miles (251 km)

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$30

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$16

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$91

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4h 14m

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3h 44m

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4h 40m

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3h 21m

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Milan Centrale to Florence is a bus with an average price of $16 (€13).

This is compared to other travel options from Milan Centrale to Florence:

A bus is $14 (€11) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Milan Centrale to Florence costing on average $30 (€25).

A bus is $303 (€245) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Milan Centrale to Florence costing on average $319 (€259).

The fastest way to travel from Milan Centrale to Florence is by train with an average journey time of 4h 14m.

Other travel options to Florence take longer:

Bus takes on average 4h 40m.

Flight takes on average 7h 4m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Milan Centrale and Florence including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Milan Centrale 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 $30 (€25) compared to roughly $91 (€74) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $61 (€49). The journey takes 3h 44m versus 3h 21m 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 Milan Centrale to Florence

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

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

  • Itabus2411
    9:10 AM4h50
    Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano
    2:00 PMScandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)
    $121One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • Itabus2411
    9:10 AM4h50
    Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano
    2:00 PMScandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)
    $121One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • FrecciarossaFRECCIAROSSA 9535
    12:10 PM1h54
    Milan Centrale
    2:04 PMFlorence Santa Maria Novella
    $751One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • RegionaleRegionale Veloce TTPER 2475 · Regionale 17851
    5:20 PM4h50
    Milan Centrale
    10:10 PMFlorence Santa Maria Novella
    $321One-way
    1 transfer
  • RegionaleRegionale Veloce TTPER 2471 · Regionale 17845 · Regionale 18483
    3:20 PM5h04
    Milan Centrale
    8:24 PMFlorence Santa Maria Novella
    $321One-way
    2 transfers
  • RegionaleRegionale Veloce TTPER 2451 · Regionale 17815 · Regionale 18467
    5:15 AM5h08
    Milan Centrale
    10:23 AMFlorence Santa Maria Novella
    $321One-way
    2 transfers
  • Itabus2213 · 2413
    7:20 PM5h50
    Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano
    1:10 AMScandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)
    $141One-way
    1 transfer
  • Itabus2213 · 2771
    7:20 PM6h15
    Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano
    1:35 AMScandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)
    $141One-way
    1 transfer
  • Itabus3491
    4:00 PM4h25
    Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano
    8:25 PMScandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)
    $141One-way
    0 transfers
  • ITAAZ2071 · AZ1679
    3:00 PM3h15
    Milan Linate Airport
    6:15 PMFlorence Peretola Airport
    $1991One-way
    1 transfer
  • ITAAZ2061 · AZ1681
    5:00 PM5h40
    Milan Linate Airport
    10:40 PMFlorence Peretola Airport
    $2451One-way
    1 transfer
  • ITAAZ2109 · AZ1681
    7:00 PM3h40
    Milan Linate Airport
    10:40 PMFlorence Peretola Airport
    $2821One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Milan Centrale 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 Milan Centrale to Florence.

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There are 3 options to travel between Milan Centrale and Florence including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Milan Centrale to Florence is a bus with an average price of $16 (€13).

This is compared to other travel options from Milan Centrale to Florence:

A bus is $14 (€11) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Milan Centrale to Florence costing on average $30 (€25).

A bus is $303 (€245) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Milan Centrale to Florence costing on average $319 (€259).

The fastest way to travel from Milan Centrale to Florence is by train with an average journey time of 4h 14m.

Other travel options to Florence take longer:

Bus takes on average 4h 40m.

Flight takes on average 7h 4m.

The distance from Milan Centrale to Florence is approximately 155 miles (251 km).
The average frequency per day from Milan Centrale to Florence is:
  • Around 56 trains per day.
  • Around 34 buses per day.
  • Around 16 flights per day.

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

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Milan Centrale to Florence, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus, Itabus, BlaBlaCar, BlaBlaCar Bus, Marino Autolinee, Infobus, ATM to go to Florence by bus.
  • Travel with Italo, Frecciarossa, Intercity, Regionale, Intercity Notte to go to Florence by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from Milan Centrale to Florence with the following travel companies:
  • 29 direct buses per day with FlixBus, Itabus, BlaBlaCar, BlaBlaCar Bus, Marino Autolinee, Infobus.
  • 32 direct trains per day with Italo, Frecciarossa, Intercity, Intercity Notte.
Omio customers who travel from Milan Centrale 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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