- Must visit
Galleria degli Uffizi
Major art museum displaying Botticelli, Leonardo and Michelangelo, essential for understanding Florentine Renaissance painting.
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cortona to Florence is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cortona to Florence will cost around £13 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £12.
On Mon 02 Nov, we found 5 trains from Cortona to Florence, including 5 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 81 km distance in an average of 2 h 41 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 50 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 25 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

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Trains from Cortona to Florence run on average 33 times per day, taking around 1h 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £11 if you book in advance.
There are 30 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:20, the last at 23:19. The fastest train covers the 81 km distance in 1h 8m.
Distance 81 km |
Average train duration 1h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price £11 |
Trains per day 33 |
Direct trains 30 |
Fastest train 1h 8m |
First train 5:20 |
Last train 23:19 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 91 days |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Cortona to Florence.
The table below shows live departures for Cortona to Florence trains for today, Sunday 1 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Autobus TM001 · Regionale Veloce 4094 | 7:25 Cortona | 2h27 | 9:52 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 change | |
Autobus TM003 · Regionale Veloce 4096 | 8:00 Cortona | 2h48 | 10:48 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 change | |
Autobus AT749 · Regionale Veloce 4098 | 9:00 Cortona | 3h38 | 12:38 Florence Campo di Marte | 1 change | |
Autobus TM005 · Regionale Veloce 4098 | 9:00 Cortona | 3h51 | 12:51 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 change | |
Autobus AT749 · Regionale Veloce 93652 | 9:00 Cortona | 2h55 | 11:55 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 change | |
Autobus TM005 · Regionale Veloce 4073 · Regionale Veloce 93652 | 9:00 Cortona | 2h55 | 11:55 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 changes | |
Autobus AT753 · Regionale Veloce 4098 | 10:50 Cortona | 2h01 | 12:51 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 change | |
Autobus TM011 · Regionale Veloce 93624 | 12:00 Cortona | 1h51 | 13:51 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 change | |
Autobus TM011 · Regionale Veloce 93624+ Intercity 588 | 12:00 Cortona | 1h30 | 13:30 Florence Rifredi | 2 changes | |
Autobus TM013 · Regionale 4100 | 13:00 Cortona | 1h38 | 14:38 Florence Campo di Marte | 1 change | |
Autobus TM015 · Regionale 32876 | 14:00 Cortona | 2h48 | 16:48 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 change | |
Autobus TM017 · Regionale 18722 · Regionale 18768 | 15:00 Cortona | 2h38 | 17:38 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 changes | |
Autobus TM017 · Regionale Veloce 34208 | 15:00 Cortona | 2h57 | 17:57 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 change | |
Autobus TM019 · Regionale Veloce 4104 | 16:00 Cortona | 2h48 | 18:48 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 change | |
Autobus AT777+ Intercity 596 | 17:50 Cortona | 1h48 | 19:38 Florence Rifredi | 1 change | |
Autobus AT777 · Regionale Veloce 93646 | 17:50 Cortona | 2h02 | 19:52 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 change | |
Autobus TM023 · Regionale Veloce 93646 | 18:00 Cortona | 1h52 | 19:52 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 change | |
Autobus AT771 · Regionale Veloce 4106 | 18:52 Cortona | 2h09 | 21:01 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 change | |
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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.
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Firenze Santa Maria Novella -> Piazza del Duomo, Florence
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cortona 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 Cortona to Florence trains use the to Firenze Santa Maria Novella station pair, with some services arriving at Firenze Campo di Marte. Use this guide to compare Cortona and Florence train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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.
Firenze Campo di Marte is 2 km from Florence city centre. Public transport options include:
Firenze Campo di Marte has practical services for this route, including Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food options include: Moka Café
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 07:15 - 20:45.
Available at Firenze Campo di Marte: Taxis, WC.
Available at Firenze Campo di Marte: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Firenze Campo di Marte: The station is fully accessible, with step-free access throughout the station.
Nearby hotels include Florence Stadium B&B, Hotel Villa Liana, Hotel della Robbia.
Firenze Rovezzano is 4 km from Florence city centre. Public transport options include:
Firenze Rovezzano has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Firenze Rovezzano.
Available at Firenze Rovezzano: Parking, Taxis.
Available at Firenze Rovezzano: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Firenze Rovezzano: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Rovezzano B&B, Mulino di Firenze.
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