The cheapest and fastest trains from Florence to Bellinzona
Cheapest price
£57
Average price
£57
Fastest journey
7 h 44 m
Average duration
7 h 44 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
322 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Florence to Bellinzona is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Florence to Bellinzona will cost around £57 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £57.
Of the 1 trains that leave Florence for Bellinzona every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 322 km distance in an average of 7 h 44 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 7 h 44 m .
The slowest trains will take 7 h 44 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.


Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Florence to Bellinzona
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Florence to Bellinzona among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £21. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 4m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £21, and a flight costs an average of £95.
Distance: 322 km
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Most popular Train | Flight | Coach |
|---|---|---|
£57 Average Price | £165 Average Price | £39 Average Price Cheapest |
4h 34m Average total duration Fastest 4h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 14h 9m Average total duration 11h 9m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 8h 10m Average total duration 7h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.0 - 1.9kg CO2 emissions | 0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Florence to Bellinzona train times
The table below shows live departures for Florence to Bellinzona trains for tomorrow, Friday 7 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 02:32 Florence | 7h44 | 10:16 Bellinzona | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Florence to Bellinzona
Trains from Florence to Bellinzona run on average 14 times per day, taking around 4h 4m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £43 but you can travel from only £21 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:53, the last at 19:14. The fastest train covers the 322 km distance in 6h 13m.
Distance 322 km |
Average train duration 4h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price £43 |
Trains per day 14 |
Fastest train 6h 13m |
First train 00:53 |
Last train 19:14 |
Train companies: Frecciarossa, Trenitalia, Italo, Intercity Notte from Florence to Bellinzona trainsFrecciarossa, Trenitalia, Italo, Intercity Notte trains will get you between Florence and Bellinzona from £21. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Intercity Notte
FAQs: Florence to Bellinzona train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Florence to Bellinzona 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 Bellinzona, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Florence and Bellinzona
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00
- Free WiFi (30 minutes limit).
- Provided by KiPoint and located on the ground floor, on the side of Piazza Adua. Open daily from 06:00 to 23:00.
- 12oz Coffee Joint
- Casa Maioli
- Don Nino
- Fratelli Cuore
- McDonald´s
- Panella
- Segafredo Zanetti
- Spizzico
- Venchi
- & many more
- Elevators, escalators, step-free access. Mobility assistance is available with the Sala Blu, located next to Platform 1.
- Hotel Luxor Florence
- Joy Hotel Florence
- Diplomat Hotel Florence
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00
- Located inside and outside the station.
- Tram lines: T1, T2
- Bus lines: 6, 11, 12, 13, 17, 23, 36, 37, C4
- Train lines: FR, FA, Italo
- Mon - Sun: 07:15 - 20:45
- Moka Café
- The station is fully accessible, with step-free access throughout the station.
- Florence Stadium B&B
- Hotel Villa Liana
- Hotel della Robbia
- Mon - Sun: 07:15 - 20:45
- Bus lines: 12, 13, 33
- Train lines: FA, IC, ICN, R
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available near the station, with access from Via dello Steccuto.
- Trattoria Fratelli Briganti
- Osteria di Poneta
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Hotel Raffaello
- Hotel Corolle
- Hotel Dalmazia
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-3 for regional trains
- Hall 2: platform 4-9 for intercity and high-speed trains
- Bus: Several lines available
- Tram: Line T1
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. Departures can be made outside of opening hours. Access via Viale Stazione.
- Ristorante Casa del Popolo
- Ristorante Locanda Orico
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- CHF 1
- Hotel Internazionale Bellinzona
- Hotel & SPA Internazionale
- Hotel Unione
- Located in the main hall
- 300 places, covered
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-5 for trains to regional and international destinations
- Train: SBB InterCity, RegioExpress
- Bus: Several lines available
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