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Museo Benozzo Gozzoli
Museum dedicated to Benozzo Gozzoli’s frescoes, a key local highlight that reveals important Renaissance painting in detail.
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£3
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£3
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
15 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
17 m
Trains on 18 Sept
3
Distance
12 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Empoli to Castelfiorentino is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Empoli to Castelfiorentino will cost around £3 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £3.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 3 trains from Empoli to Castelfiorentino, including 3 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 12 km distance in an average of 17 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 15 m .
The slowest trains will take 20 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.






Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Empoli to Castelfiorentino among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £3 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 45m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £3, while a train costs an average of £3.
Distance: 12 km
Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
£3 Average Price Cheapest | £2 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
45m Average total duration Fastest 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 22m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Other travel options to Castelfiorentino take longer:
Coach takes on average 30m.
You'll arrive about 7m sooner (15m by train vs 22m by car). Tickets start at around £3 compared to roughly £2 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Regionale.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Empoli to Castelfiorentino trains for tomorrow, Friday 18 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 7:08 Empoli | 0h15 | 7:23 Castelfiorentino | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 8:08 Empoli | 0h15 | 8:23 Castelfiorentino | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 21:03 Empoli | 0h20 | 21:23 Castelfiorentino | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Empoli to Castelfiorentino run on average 21 times per day, taking around 15m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £3 if you book in advance.
There are 17 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:16, the last at 22:23. The fastest train covers the 12 km distance in 15m.
Distance 12 km |
Average train duration 15m |
Cheapest ticket price £3 |
Trains per day 21 |
Direct trains 17 |
Fastest train 15m |
First train 5:16 |
Last train 22:23 |
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Discover the best of Castelfiorentino — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Castelfiorentino trip today.
Museum dedicated to Benozzo Gozzoli’s frescoes, a key local highlight that reveals important Renaissance painting in detail.
Section of the local museum network displaying sacred art and objects that help explain Castelfiorentino’s religious heritage.
Archaeological collection presenting finds from the Valdelsa area, useful for understanding the region from prehistory onwards.
Main central square and everyday meeting place, surrounded by historic buildings and useful as a starting point for exploring the town.
Historic square near key civic and religious buildings, appreciated for its local atmosphere and traditional townscape.
Green riverside area suited to a gentle walk, with open views and a calmer side of Castelfiorentino away from the busiest streets.
Ribollita is a hearty Tuscan bread and vegetable soup, traditionally reheated the next day. It reflects farmhouse cooking and the area’s use of stale bread and seasonal greens.
Pappa al pomodoro is a thick Tuscan tomato and bread soup with garlic, basil and olive oil. It is a classic comfort dish across the Valdelsa area.
La trippa alla fiorentina is beef tripe slowly cooked in tomato, onion and herbs, often finished with Parmigiano. It is a traditional Florentine and Tuscan speciality.
Established countryside dining spot near Castelfiorentino with Tuscan specialities, seasonal ingredients and a more refined rural feel.
Traditional Tuscan restaurant in Castelfiorentino known for hearty local dishes, grilled meats and a relaxed rustic atmosphere.
Casual local venue serving pizza and Tuscan staples, popular for unfussy meals and a friendly neighbourhood setting.
Moderate for Tuscany: cafés and casual meals are reasonable, but hotel rates can rise in peak season. Local rail travel is fairly affordable.
Service is often included or modest. Round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service; taxis can be rounded up, and small change is fine in cafés.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Empoli to Castelfiorentino 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 Castelfiorentino, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Empoli to Castelfiorentino trains use the Empoli to Castelfiorentino station pair, with some services arriving at Granaiolo. Use this guide to compare Empoli and Castelfiorentino train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Empoli has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Ristorante Il Rifugio, Osteria del Gusto
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Empoli. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Empoli. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Empoli: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Empoli: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Empoli: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Tazza d'Oro, Hotel Da Vinci, Hotel Il Sole.
Castelfiorentino has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Chiosco Ai Renai, Pizzeria O'Vesuvio
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Castelfiorentino. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Castelfiorentino. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Castelfiorentino: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Castelfiorentino: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Castelfiorentino: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel L'Antica Sosta, Hotel La Pieve.
Granaiolo is 5 km from Castelfiorentino city centre. Public transport options include:
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