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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Milan to Florence among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 42m. 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 $10, and a train costs an average of $29.

Distance: 154 miles (249 km)

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$51

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$23

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The cheapest way to travel from Milan to Florence is a bus with an average price of $23.

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

A bus is $28 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Milan to Florence costing on average $51.

A bus is $163 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Milan to Florence costing on average $186.

The fastest way to travel from Milan to Florence is by train with an average journey time of 3h 42m.

Other travel options to Florence take longer:

Bus takes on average 4h 3m.

Flight takes on average 8h 51m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Milan 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 to FlorenceĀ among Omio's users.

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from Milan to Florence

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

Our recommendation

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

  • BlaBlaCar Bus94763
    6:25 AM4h20
    Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano
    10:45 AMScandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)
    $201One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • BlaBlaCar Bus94763
    6:25 AM4h20
    Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano
    10:45 AMScandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)
    $201One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • Italo9947
    3:20 PM2h15
    Milan Rogoredo
    5:35 PMFlorence Santa Maria Novella
    $701One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • RegionaleRegionale Veloce TTPER 2475 Ā· Regionale 17851
    5:20 PM4h50
    Milan Centrale
    10:10 PMFlorence Santa Maria Novella
    $321One-way
    1 transfer
  • RegionaleRegionale TTPER 2473 Ā· Regionale Veloce TTPER 3937 Ā· Regionale 1794
    4:15 PM5h30
    Milan Centrale
    9:45 PMFlorence Santa Maria Novella
    $321One-way
    2 transfers
  • RegionaleRegionale Veloce TTPER 2459 Ā· Regionale TTPER 17827 Ā· Regionale 18517
    9:20 AM5h32
    Milan Centrale
    2:52 PMFlorence Santa Maria Novella
    $321One-way
    2 transfers
  • Itabus2409
    8:00 AM4h15
    Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato)
    12:15 PMScandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)
    $211One-way
    0 transfers
  • Itabus2125
    10:40 AM4h40
    Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano
    3:20 PMScandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)
    $211One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    5:15 AM5h10
    Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano
    10:25 AMScandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)
    $221One-way
    0 transfers
  • ITAAZ2071+FrecciarossaFRECCIAROSSA 9434+Leonardo ExpressLeonardo express 4655
    3:30 PM5h41
    Milan Linate Airport
    9:11 PMFlorence Santa Maria Novella
    $2421One-way
    2 transfers
  • ITAAZ2021+FrecciarossaFRECCIAROSSA 9532+Leonardo ExpressLeonardo express 4683
    8:00 AM5h46
    Milan Linate Airport
    1:46 PMFlorence Santa Maria Novella
    $2421One-way
    2 transfers
  • ITAAZ2029+FrecciarossaFRECCIAROSSA 9422+Leonardo ExpressLeonardo express 4613
    9:00 AM6h11
    Milan Linate Airport
    3:11 PMFlorence Santa Maria Novella
    $2421One-way
    2 transfers

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How to Travel from Milan to Florence

The journey from Milan to Florence is popular with travelers in Italy for both business and leisure. Buses and trains travel regularly from Milan to Florence every day of the week. Traveling by high-speed train is generally the fastest mode of transport for this route. Services are available from the early morning until late at night. Key departure points include Autostazione Milano, Milano Porta Garibaldi and Milano Rogoredo train stations, and Milano Linate and Milano Malpensa airports.

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Milan to Florence Travel Comparison

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Travel Time

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buses

€12

3:15 h

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€31

1:39 h

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What is the best way to travel from Milan to Florence?

Cheapest way to travel from Milan to Florence


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Taking the bus is the cheapest way to travel from Milan to Florence. Buses traveling from Milan to Florence depart from either Milan's Autostazione Lampugnano or Rogoredo bus station and take at least 3:15 h to arrive at either Florence's Autostazione Busitalia-Sita Nord or Piazzale Montelungo bus station. Approximately 20 buses travel from Milan to Florence every day, with the first departing Milan at 7:30 a.m. Bus companies that travel from Milan to Florence include Flixbus, Baltour, and BusCenter.


Fastest way to travel from Milan to Florence


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Taking the train is the fastest way to travel from Milan to Florence. Trains traveling from Milan to Florence depart from either Milan's Centrale or Porta Garibaldi train station and takes approximately 1:40 h to arrive at either Florence's Santa Maria Novella or Rifredi train station. Approximately 50 trains travel from Milan to Florence every day, with the first departing Milan at 5:35 a.m. Both Trenitalia and Italo travel frequently from Milan to Florence.


Most popular way to travel from Milan to Florence


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Taking the train is the most popular way to travel from Milan to Florence. Taking a train is at least 1:35 h faster than traveling from Milan to Florence by bus while only costing €19 more on average. High-speed trains traveling from Milan to Florence tend to be more expensive making traveling by bus an attractive option for travelers looking to save money while traveling.


How to get from Milan to Florence

The Best Way According to our Users

Whether it is for business or leisure, in order to travel from Milan to Florence, 97,73% 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 Milan 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 Milan 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 to Florence.

FAQs
There are 3 options to travel between Milan and Florence including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Milan to Florence is a bus with an average price of $23.

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

A bus is $28 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Milan to Florence costing on average $51.

A bus is $163 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Milan to Florence costing on average $186.

The fastest way to travel from Milan to Florence is by train with an average journey time of 3h 42m.

Other travel options to Florence take longer:

Bus takes on average 4h 3m.

Flight takes on average 8h 51m.

The distance from Milan to Florence is approximately 154 miles (249 km).
The average frequency per day from Milan to Florence is:
  • Around 77 trains per day.
  • Around 42 buses per day.
  • Around 17 flights per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Milan 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 Milan to Florence:
  • Flights mostly depart from Milan Malpensa Airport and arrive in Florence Peretola Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Milan Centrale and arrive in Florence Santa Maria Novella.
  • Buses mostly depart from Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano and arrive in Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Milan to Florence, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Italo, Frecciarossa, Intercity, Regionale, Intercity Notte to go to Florence by train.
  • Travel with Itabus, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar, Marino Autolinee, Infobus, Calanda Viaggi to go to Florence by bus.
Yes, there are direct services available from Milan to Florence with the following travel companies:
  • 52 direct trains per day with Italo, Frecciarossa, Intercity, Intercity Notte.
  • 34 direct buses per day with Itabus, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, Marino Autolinee, Infobus, Calanda Viaggi.
Omio customers who travel from Milan to Florence often also extend their vacation to go to Rome, Pisa, Venice, Bologna, Siena. 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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