- Must visit
Galleria degli Uffizi
Major art museum displaying Botticelli, Leonardo and Michelangelo, essential for understanding Florentine Renaissance painting.
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Birmingham to Florence
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 10 Oct
Cheapest price on 10 Oct
£456
Average ticket price on 10 Oct
£456
Fastest journey on 10 Oct
16 h 7 m
Average journey duration on 10 Oct
16 h 7 m
Trains on 10 Oct
1
Distance
1371 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Birmingham to Florence is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Birmingham to Florence will cost around £456 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £456.
Fast trains
To travel from Birmingham to Florence you need to make at least 4 changes.
6:2816h07Birmingham22:35Florence£4561One-way4 changes
- 6:2816h07Birmingham22:35Florence£4561One-way4 changes
Journey information
Overview: Train from Birmingham to Florence
United Kingdom
Italy
Take a train from Birmingham to Florence and enjoy the approximately 1371 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest train runs at 00:40, the last at 17:14.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £93
Distance 1371 km |
First train 0:40 |
Last train 17:14 |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £93
Live departures
Birmingham to Florence train times
The table below shows live departures for Birmingham to Florence trains for tomorrow, Saturday 10 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6:28 Birmingham | 16h07 | 22:35 Florence | 4 changes | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Complete guide to Florence
Things to do in Florence
Discover the best of Florence — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Florence trip today.
- Must visit
Galleria dell'Accademia
Museum housing Michelangelo’s David alongside unfinished sculptures and Florentine paintings in a compact, focused setting.
- Must visit
Palazzo Pitti
Vast former Medici residence with lavish rooms, court art and a panoramic garden-facing setting across the Arno.
- Must visit
Piazza della Signoria
Grand civic square surrounded by historic buildings and open-air sculpture, ideal for architecture, people-watching and evening walks.
- Must visit
Piazza del Duomo
Lively square beside the cathedral, central for orienting yourself and admiring the baptistery, facade details and constant street life.
- Must visit
Piazzale Michelangelo
Classic terrace viewpoint with sweeping views over Florence, especially rewarding at sunset and easy to combine with uphill walks.
- Vegetarian
- Vegan
Pappa al pomodoro
Thick Tuscan bread soup with tomatoes, olive oil and basil. A frugal Florentine classic that celebrates stale unsalted bread and summer produce.
- Vegetarian
- Vegan
Ribollita
Hearty soup of black kale, cannellini beans, vegetables and stale Tuscan bread. A traditional peasant dish closely linked with Florence and Tuscany.
- Gluten-free
Bistecca alla Fiorentina
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.
I' Due Fratellini
Long-standing sandwich shop near the market, popular for schiacciata filled with Tuscan salumi and cheeses. Informal and very Florentine.
Trattoria Sostanza
Lively traditional trattoria known for hearty Tuscan dishes such as ribollita and Florentine steak in a classic, bustling setting.
Nerbone
Historic market stall famed for lampredotto sandwiches. Casual, quick and deeply traditional, ideal for trying authentic Florentine street food.
Euro (€)
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.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- €8-12 for fast food or street food.
- Mid-range
- €20-35 per person for a meal.
- Fine dining
- €60+ per person for upscale restaurants.
- Coffee
- €1.50-3.50 for coffee or cappuccino.
Tipping culture
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.
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Prices
- Single ticket
- € 1.70
- Day pass
- .
To the city centre
Firenze Santa Maria Novella -> Piazza del Duomo, Florence
- Distance
- 1.1 km
- Travel time
- 15 min
- Contactless payment is available on board Autolinee Toscane buses and trams via Tip Tap. Validate paper or digital tickets before travel.
- The Florence urban ticket is valid for 90 min and also covers the tram and certain regional train journeys within the Florence urban area.
FAQs: Birmingham to Florence train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham 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.
The train distance from Birmingham to Florence is 1371 km.
The first train from Birmingham to Florence leaves at 0:40.
The last train from Birmingham to Florence departs at 17:14.
There is no night train service from Birmingham to Florence.
Booking trains from Birmingham to Florence in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Birmingham to Florence, which typically involves several transfers, offers varied scenery. Travelling through the English countryside, passengers will enjoy picturesque landscapes before reaching the Channel Tunnel. Once in France, the route may showcase charming rural vistas, while the journey through Switzerland or France to Italy often presents stunning alpine views. Upon entering Italy, the landscape transitions to rolling hills and classic Italian countryside as you approach Florence.
Currently, there is no direct train service available from Birmingham to Florence.
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