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 $26 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 9m. 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 $26, while a flight costs an average of $400.

Distance: 155 miles (251 km)

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Compare ways to travel from Milan Centrale to Florence

Compare the available ways to get from Milan Centrale to Florence, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from Milan Centrale to Florence is a bus with an average price of $26.

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

A bus is $25 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Milan Centrale to Florence costing on average $50.

A bus is $375 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Milan Centrale to Florence costing on average $400.

The fastest way to travel from Milan Centrale to Florence is by train with an average journey time of 3h 9m.

Other travel options to Florence take longer:

Bus takes on average 5h 6m.

Flight takes on average 5h 12m.

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 FlorenceĀ among Omio's users.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 42m faster (2h 39m by train vs 3h 21m by car) and roughly $38 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($50 vs $88). 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.

Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.

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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.

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  • FrecciarossaFRECCIAROSSA 9539
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  • RegionaleRegionale Veloce TTPER 2471 Ā· Regionale 17845 Ā· Regionale 18483
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  • RegionaleRegionale Veloce TTPER 2451 Ā· Regionale 17815 Ā· Regionale 18467
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  • ITAAZ2133 Ā· AZ1679
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  • ITAAZ2049 Ā· AZ1679
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  • ITAAZ2071 Ā· AZ1679
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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 $26.

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

A bus is $25 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Milan Centrale to Florence costing on average $50.

A bus is $375 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Milan Centrale to Florence costing on average $400.

The fastest way to travel from Milan Centrale to Florence is by train with an average journey time of 3h 9m.

Other travel options to Florence take longer:

Bus takes on average 5h 6m.

Flight takes on average 5h 12m.

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 36 buses per day.
  • Around 14 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 Bus, Marino Autolinee, Infobus, GoOpti to go to Florence by bus.
  • Travel with Italo, Frecciarossa, Intercity, Regionale, Intercity Notte to go to Florence by train.
  • Travel with BA Cityflyer, Air Dolomiti, Austrian Airlines, Lufthansa, Helvetic Airways, ITA, British Airways to go to Florence by flight.
Yes, there are direct services available from Milan Centrale to Florence with the following travel companies:
  • 34 direct buses per day with FlixBus, Itabus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Marino Autolinee, Infobus, GoOpti.
  • 34 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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