- Must visit
Galleria degli Uffizi
Major art museum displaying Botticelli, Leonardo and Michelangelo, essential for understanding Florentine Renaissance painting.
Cheapest price
£204
Average price
£228
Fastest journey
9 h 49 m
Average duration
10 h 40 m
Trains per day
17
Distance
517 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Avignon to Florence is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Avignon to Florence will cost around £228 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £204.
To travel from Avignon to Florence you need to make at least 2 changes.
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9955Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Avignon to Florence among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £42. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 19m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £42, and a train costs an average of £107.
Distance: 517 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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£208 Average Price | £62 Average Price Cheapest | £136 Average Price |
10h 22m Average total duration 9h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 25m Average total duration 12h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 19m Average total duration Fastest 2h 19m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 1.3kg CO2 emissions | 1.5 - 3.1kg CO2 emissions |
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The table below shows live departures for Avignon to Florence trains for tomorrow, Friday 21 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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12554+ 9947+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9281 | 7:15 Avignon TGV | 10h20 | 17:35 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 changes | |
12554+ FRECCIAROSSA 9547+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9281 | 7:15 Avignon TGV | 9h49 | 17:04 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 changes | |
12554+ Intercity 599+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9281 | 7:15 Avignon TGV | 14h07 | 21:22 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 6140 · FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9281+ 9951 | 7:32 Avignon TGV | 11h03 | 18:35 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 6140 · FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9281+ 9947 | 7:32 Avignon TGV | 10h03 | 17:35 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 6140 · FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9281+ 9955 | 7:32 Avignon TGV | 12h03 | 19:35 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 changes | |
5376+ FRECCIAROSSA 9561+ Regionale 18730+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9287 | 8:06 Avignon TGV | 21h49 | 5:55 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 4 changes | |
9583+ FRECCIAROSSA 9561+ Regionale 18730+ InterCityNotte 770 | 8:49 Avignon TGV | 21h06 | 5:55 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 4 changes | |
12183+ FRECCIAROSSA 9561+ Regionale 18730+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9287 | 8:49 Avignon TGV | 21h06 | 5:55 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 4 changes | |
5516+ FRECCIAROSSA 9561+ Regionale 18730+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9287 | 10:22 Avignon TGV | 19h33 | 5:55 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 4 changes | |
12176+ FRECCIAROSSA 9561+ Regionale 18730+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9287 | 10:22 Avignon TGV | 19h33 | 5:55 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 4 changes | |
6850+ FRECCIAROSSA 9561+ Regionale 18730+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9287 | 10:57 Avignon TGV | 18h58 | 5:55 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 4 changes | |
9866+ FRECCIAROSSA 9561+ Regionale 18730+ InterCityNotte 770 | 12:49 Avignon TGV | 17h06 | 5:55 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 4 changes | |
12566+ FRECCIAROSSA 9561+ Regionale 18730+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9287 | 12:49 Avignon TGV | 17h06 | 5:55 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 4 changes | |
9752+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9287+ FRECCIAROSSA 9561+ InterCityNotte 770 | 14:22 Avignon TGV | 15h33 | 5:55 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 4 changes | |
5386+ FRECCIAROSSA 9561+ Regionale 18730+ InterCityNotte 770 | 15:15 Avignon TGV | 14h40 | 5:55 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 4 changes | |
9868+ FRECCIAROSSA 9561+ Regionale 18730+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9287 | 15:49 Avignon TGV | 14h06 | 5:55 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 4 changes | |
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Trains from Avignon to Florence run on average 1 times per day, taking around 9h 52m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £107 but you can travel from only £42 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:40, the last at 17:55. The fastest train covers the 517 km distance in 9h 23m.
Distance 517 km |
Average train duration 9h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price £107 |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 9h 23m |
First train 0:40 |
Last train 17:55 |
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Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 63 days |
Discover the best of Florence — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Florence trip today.
Major art museum displaying Botticelli, Leonardo and Michelangelo, essential for understanding Florentine Renaissance painting.
Museum housing Michelangelo’s David alongside unfinished sculptures and Florentine paintings in a compact, focused setting.
Vast former Medici residence with lavish rooms, court art and a panoramic garden-facing setting across the Arno.
Grand civic square surrounded by historic buildings and open-air sculpture, ideal for architecture, people-watching and evening walks.
Lively square beside the cathedral, central for orienting yourself and admiring the baptistery, facade details and constant street life.
Classic terrace viewpoint with sweeping views over Florence, especially rewarding at sunset and easy to combine with uphill walks.
Thick Tuscan bread soup with tomatoes, olive oil and basil. A frugal Florentine classic that celebrates stale unsalted bread and summer produce.
Hearty soup of black kale, cannellini beans, vegetables and stale Tuscan bread. A traditional peasant dish closely linked with Florence and Tuscany.
Large T-bone steak from Chianina beef, grilled rare over coals. It is Florence’s signature meat dish and prized for its simplicity and quality.
Long-standing sandwich shop near the market, popular for schiacciata filled with Tuscan salumi and cheeses. Informal and very Florentine.
Lively traditional trattoria known for hearty Tuscan dishes such as ribollita and Florentine steak in a classic, bustling setting.
Historic market stall famed for lampredotto sandwiches. Casual, quick and deeply traditional, ideal for trying authentic Florentine street food.
Florence is pricier than many Italian cities, with central stays, museum-area dining and tourist services pushing up daily costs, though local cafés and buses remain fairly manageable.
Tipping is not obligatory. In restaurants, round up or leave 5-10% for good service if no service charge applies. Taxis are usually rounded up. In cafés, small change is enough.
Official public transport app
Firenze Santa Maria Novella -> Piazza del Duomo, Florence
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Avignon to Florence by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Florence, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Avignon to Florence trains use the Avignon TGV to Firenze Santa Maria Novella station pair. Use this guide to compare Avignon and Florence train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Avignon TGV is 3 km from Avignon city centre. Public transport options include:
Avignon TGV has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Starbucks, Eric Kayser, Selecta
Free, unlimited Wi-Fi is available throughout the station. ATMs are located on the south entrance of the station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 09:15 - 12:55, 14:00 - 17:30. Information desks are located at the ticket office in the departure hall.
Available at Avignon TGV: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Avignon TGV: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Avignon TGV: Wheelchair access, personalized assistance service. Contact +33 890640650 or [email protected].
Nearby hotels include Aparthotel Adagio, Hôtel Mercure Avignon Gare TGV, Hôtel Kyriad Avignon Courtine Gare.
Firenze Santa Maria Novella is 1 km from Florence city centre. Public transport options include:
Firenze Santa Maria Novella has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: 12oz Coffee Joint, Casa Maioli, Don Nino, Fratelli Cuore, McDonald´s, Panella, Segafredo Zanetti, Spizzico, Venchi, & many more
Free WiFi (30 minutes limit). ATMs are located in the basement in the shopping center next to the Feltrinelli bookshop and between Celio and Mango shops.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00. Information desks are located inside and outside the station.
Luggage storage is provided by KiPoint and located on the ground floor, on the side of Piazza Adua. Open daily from 06:00 to 23:00.
Available at Firenze Santa Maria Novella: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Firenze Santa Maria Novella: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Firenze Santa Maria Novella: Elevators, escalators, step-free access. Mobility assistance is available with the Sala Blu, located next to Platform 1.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Luxor Florence, Joy Hotel Florence, Diplomat Hotel Florence.
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