When traveling between Rome and Florence, what are the departure and arrival points in Rome and Florence?

These are the most popular departure and arrival points when traveling from Rome to Florence: Most travelers take a bus from Rome, Termini (G) to Florence, Guidoni Tram T2. Most travelers board their plane from Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport and arrive in Florence Peretola Airport. Most travelers who purchase a train ticket from Rome to Florence depart from Roma Termini to Firenze Santa Maria Novella.

Which travel companies can take me from Rome to Florence?

The following travel companies offer services from Rome to Florence: Travel with FlixBus for buses to Florence. If you’re looking for a good deal on tickets, check for FlixBus Rome to Florence tickets on Omio for $6 (€5). ITA can get you to Florence by plane. You can find a good deal for plane tickets with ITA from Rome to Florence for $106 (€92) on Omio. Travel with Intercity to go to Florence by train. For a good deal on tickets, you can find Intercity Rome to Florence tickets on Omio for $15 (€13).

Can I travel directly from Rome to Florence?

Yes, there are direct routes from Rome to Florence with the following travel companies: You can find 5 direct buses per day to Florence with FlixBus, Marino Autolinee, Infobus, BlaBlaCar, BlaBlaCar Bus, Autoservizi Salemi or Itabus. You'll find 79 direct trains a day to Florence with Italo, Frecciarossa, Frecciargento, Regionale or Intercity. Direct services to Florence tend to save you time and add more convenience as you won't need to transfer at another stop in between, so it's worth paying attention to before booking tickets for your trip.

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

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

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Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina

07:55PMFlorence

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Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport

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Rome Termini

10:05PMFlorence Campo di Marte

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08:55PMFlorence Santa Maria Novella

€241One-way

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Rome Tiburtina

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Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina

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Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina

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Travel Information to Florence from Rome

	Distance	143 miles (231 km)
	Available travel modes	Bus, flight or train
	Ticket price range	$6 - $106
	Cheapest mode	Bus • $6 (€5) • 3 h 20 min
	Fastest mode	Flight • $106 (€92) • 55 min
	Popular travel companies	FlixBus, ITA or Intercity

Travel 143 miles (231 km) by bus, flight or train from Rome to Florence. If speed is a priority, then a flight is the best option with an average duration of 55 min; whereas, if saving money is more important, then a bus is the best option with prices starting as low as $6 (€5). The most popular travel companies which serve this route are FlixBus, ITA or Intercity among others. Travelers can even take a direct bus, flight or train from Rome to Florence.

How to travel from Rome to Florence

Passengers can choose to take a bus or train from Rome to Florence. Each service has their advantage; buses are typically cheaper, whereas trains are usually faster.

The average journey time from Rome to Florence is 3 hours on average. Travel from Rome to Florence is popular with Italian business travelers and travelers during the Spring/Summer high-season for tourists.

What is the cheapest way to get from Rome to Florence?

Typically, the cheapest way to travel from Rome to Florence is by bus. During the tourist high-season, from April to October, the bus is always cheapest. However, during the quieter winter season, travelers can occasionally secure a comparable price on a high-speed train as a slower bus journey. This is typically dependent on travelers booking their train ticket well in advance of their planned departure date; usually 6-8 weeks in advance.

The bus service is provided by FlixBus and takes around 4 hours on average. However, the fastest bus service takes as little as 3 hours and 25 minutes. All FlixBus journeys from Rome to Florence are direct. All buses depart from Rome's Tiburtina station, which connects with Rome's city center via the B Metro Line. All buses arrive at Florence's Villa Costanza Bus Station.

What is the fastest way to travel from Rome to Florence?

The fastest way to travel from Rome to Florence is on TrenItalia's high-speed Frecciarossa service. The fastest Frecciarossa service takes only around 1 hour and 12 minutes to travel between the 2 historic cities.

Frecciarossa trains from Rome to Florence depart from Roma Termini Station, in the heart of Rome city center, and arrive at Florence's Santa Maria Novella Station, some 10-minute walk from the historic center of Florence.

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Travel from Rome to Florence by train

Every day approximately 51 trains depart from Rome to Florence. The average train journey from Rome to Florence takes 5 hours, however, that is because the regional trains stop at many smaller local stations, and are intended for travelers heading to those destinations. Although regional trains are very cheap, most travelers choose not to take them, because they are slower, and typically less comfortable, than the high-speed Frecciarossa service.

Approximately 45 high-speed Frecciarossa trains depart from Rome to Florence each day. These trains can reach Florence in as little as 1 hour and 12 minutes after departure. No high-speed trains from Rome to Florence are direct.

Trains depart every day, from Monday through to Sunday, from around 05:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m.. Timetables are frequently reduced during national holidays and religious festivities.

All trains from Rome to Florence depart from Roma Termini in Rome's historic center. Termini is walking distance from many of Rome's major attractions, including the Colosseum, Trevi Fountain and Spanish Steps. Travelers can reach Termini on the A and B Metro line, with those who wish to reach the station from Vatican City boarding the A Metro.

Trains from Rome to Florence arrive at Florence's Santa Maria Novella Station. Santa Maria Novella Station is in the heart of Florence city center and only a 10-minute walk away from the historic Piazza del Duomo. The walk to the Piazza del Duomo is signposted and simple to navigate.

Travel from Rome to Florence by bus

The bus is the cheapest way to travel from Rome to Florence is by bus. Approximately 7 buses depart Rome for Florence each day. The average journey time on the bus is 4 hours. However, some buses take as long as 4 hours and 30 minutes to travel between the 2 cities. The fastest bus from Rome to Florence takes only 3 hours and 25 minutes.

FlixBus operate the bus service from Rome to Florence. Buses run from 7:00 a.m. each morning to shortly after 1:00 a.m. each night. All FlixBus services from Rome to Florence are direct and require no changes. Bus service does not vary throughout an average week, and weekend service is comparable to the service on a weekday. However, there are less buses on national and religious holidays.

Any FlixBus from Rome to Florence will depart from Rome's Tiburtina station. Tiburtina Bus Station is 2.5 miles (4 km) outside of Rome city center. Passengers can reach Tiburtina from the historic center via the A Metro Line.

Passengers will arrive in Florence at Florence's Villa Costanza Bus Station. Villa Costanza is some 5 miles (8 km) outside of the city center. Travelers can reach Florence city center from Villa Costanza via Tram 1/3, which takes 40 minutes.

How to get from Rome to Florence

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Whether it is for business or leisure, in order to travel from Rome to Florence, 98,94% 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 Rome 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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Trenitalia Intercity is a high-speed train service operated by the Italian national railway company, Trenitalia. It operates throughout the country, with services running from early morning to late evening. The Intercity trains come in two types: the Intercity Plus, which is the fastest and most comfortable, and the Intercity, which is slightly slower but still offers a comfortable journey. Onboard facilities include air conditioning, power sockets, Wi-Fi, and a bar service. There are several ticket types available, including Standard, Super Economy, and Business. The most popular routes for Trenitalia Intercity are from Rome to Milan, Naples to Florence, and Turin to Venice.

Cheapest Price: $21

Looking for a smooth and easy way to travel from Rome to Florence? Book your Trenitalia Frecciarossa travel from Rome to Florence with Omio today! Trenitalia is Italy’s national travel company that offers a wide variety of connections throughout the country, including the Rome to Florence journey. Omio shows you current Frecciarossa schedules and tickets to cover the 143 miles (231 km) distance. You can choose from fares like Super Economy, Economy, and Base for the best deals on this route. Trenitalia discount cards can also be applied when purchasing your Frecciarossa ticket on Omio.

All Frecciarossa classes provide free WiFi access, power outlets, air conditioning, bathrooms, luggage storage, onboard entertainment, and restaurant and bar services to passengers. Frecciarossa covers long distances and connects major cities in Italy in just a few hours thanks to its high speed. These travel are renowned for their comfort, speed and reduced environmental impact and can reach speeds up to 186 mph (300 kmh). Frecciarossa offers all travelers ultimate comfort, flexibility and convenience, and you can book Frecciarossa tickets with us in a few steps!

Italo is an Italian high-speed train service operated by NTV (Nuovo Trasporto Viaggiatori). It operates on the Italian high-speed rail network, connecting major cities such as Rome, Milan, Turin, Florence, Bologna, Naples, and Salerno. Italo trains are modern and comfortable. Italo offers a range of ticket types, including Standard, Comfort, and Prima, with each offering different levels of onboard facilities. Standard tickets offer basic seating, while Comfort tickets offer more comfortable seating and access to the onboard bar. Prima tickets offer the most luxurious experience, with access to the onboard lounge and complimentary snacks and drinks. The most popular routes for Italo are Rome to Milan, Rome to Florence, and Milan to Turin.

FlixBus is one of the most popular low-cost travel companies in Europe. Founded in Germany, FlixBus has expanded its services throughout Europe and even to the United States, giving travelers in both continents the option to take a long-distance travel at an affordable price. FlixBus also operates overnight travel on select routes throughout Europe. FlixBus offers only the Standard ticket for all its routes, which allows you to bring one carry-on bag and one checked bag per person. Additional fees apply for bringing extra luggage and making specific seat reservations, such as if you want to book an Extra Seat, Table Seat or the Panorama Seat. Standard amenities onboard include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge your phone, tablet or laptop during long travel journeys, extra legroom, luggage space and toilets.

Cheapest Price: $6

FAQs: Travel from Rome to Florence

FAQs: 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 Rome to Florence.

You can get between Rome and Florence 3 different ways: bus, flight or train.

The cheapest way to travel between Rome and Florence is a bus with an average price of $6 (€5).

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

Taking a bus costs $100 (€87) less than taking a flight, which costs on average $106 (€92) for the same trip.

A bus is $9 (€8) less than a train with an average ticket price of $15 (€13) from Rome to Florence.

The fastest way from Rome to Florence is by flight with an average journey time of 55 min.

There are alternative travel options to Florence that take longer:

Getting to Florence by bus takes 3 h 20 min on average.

Train takes 2 h 35 min on average.

The Rome to Florence distance is around 143 miles (231 km).

The average frequency per day from Rome to Florence is:

Around 6 buses per day.
79 trains per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points when traveling from Rome to Florence:

Most travelers take a bus from Rome, Termini (G) to Florence, Guidoni Tram T2.
Most travelers board their plane from Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport and arrive in Florence Peretola Airport.
Most travelers who purchase a train ticket from Rome to Florence depart from Roma Termini to Firenze Santa Maria Novella.

The following travel companies offer services from Rome to Florence:

Travel with FlixBus for buses to Florence. If you’re looking for a good deal on tickets, check for FlixBus Rome to Florence tickets on Omio for $6 (€5).
ITA can get you to Florence by plane. You can find a good deal for plane tickets with ITA from Rome to Florence for $106 (€92) on Omio.
Travel with Intercity to go to Florence by train. For a good deal on tickets, you can find Intercity Rome to Florence tickets on Omio for $15 (€13).

Yes, there are direct routes from Rome to Florence with the following travel companies:

You can find 5 direct buses per day to Florence with FlixBus, Marino Autolinee, Infobus, BlaBlaCar, BlaBlaCar Bus, Autoservizi Salemi or Itabus.
You'll find 79 direct trains a day to Florence with Italo, Frecciarossa, Frecciargento, Regionale or Intercity.

Direct services to Florence tend to save you time and add more convenience as you won't need to transfer at another stop in between, so it's worth paying attention to before booking tickets for your trip.

Many of our customers traveling from Rome to Florence don't make Florence their final stop. Some of the destinations worth visiting after Florence are Milan, Venice or Pisa, either of which you could add to your trip itinerary. Check Omio for the best and cheapest ways to travel from Florence to any of these top destinations today!

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