- Must visit
Museo Tecnico Navale della Marina Militare
Technical museum on naval history with figureheads, weapons and ship models, offering insight into La Spezia’s maritime role.
Cheapest price
£14
Average price
£17
Fastest journey
1 h 31 m
Average duration
1 h 50 m
Trains per day
69
Distance
119 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Florence to La Spezia is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Florence to La Spezia will cost around £17 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £14.
Of the 69 trains that leave Florence for La Spezia every day 19 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 119 km distance in an average of 1 h 50 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 31 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 8 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.
Regionale Veloce 4035 · Regionale 19358
Regionale Veloce 4031 · Regionale 18371
Regionale 18373
Regionale Veloce 4035 · Regionale 19358
Regionale 18377
FRECCIARGENTO 8596
FRECCIARGENTO 8556
FRECCIARGENTO 8588
Regionale Veloce 4043+
Intercity 684
Regionale Veloce 4043+
Intercity 684Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Florence to La Spezia among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 28m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £12, and a coach costs an average of £10.
Distance: 119 km
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£14 Average Price Cheapest | £16 Average Price |
2h 58m Average total duration Fastest 2h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 1m Average total duration 2h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The table below shows live departures for Florence to La Spezia 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Regionale 18251+ InterCityNotte 796 | 0:40 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3h43 | 4:23 La Spezia Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale 18251+ InterCityNotte 796 | 0:40 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3h43 | 4:23 La Spezia Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale 18253 · Regionale 19330 | 4:30 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3h19 | 7:49 La Spezia Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale 18253 · Regionale 19330 | 4:30 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3h19 | 7:49 La Spezia Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale 18253+ Intercity 662 | 4:30 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3h06 | 7:36 La Spezia Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale 18255 · Regionale 19332 | 5:35 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2h51 | 8:26 La Spezia Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale 18255 · Regionale 19332 | 5:35 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2h51 | 8:26 La Spezia Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale 18355 | 6:08 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2h51 | 8:59 La Spezia Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 18355 | 6:08 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2h51 | 8:59 La Spezia Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce 4011 · Regionale 19388 | 7:00 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2h33 | 9:33 La Spezia Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 4011 · Regionale 19388 | 7:00 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2h33 | 9:33 La Spezia Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 4013+ Intercity 666 | 7:28 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2h40 | 10:08 La Spezia Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 4013+ Intercity 666 | 7:28 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2h40 | 10:08 La Spezia Centrale | 1 change | |
FRECCIARGENTO 8588 | 7:54 Florence Campo di Marte | 1h43 | 9:37 La Spezia Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce 4017+ FRECCIAROSSA 8606 | 8:28 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2h13 | 10:41 La Spezia Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale 18361 | 9:53 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2h27 | 12:20 La Spezia Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 18361 | 9:53 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2h27 | 12:20 La Spezia Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce 4021 · Regionale 19342 | 10:28 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2h32 | 13:00 La Spezia Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 4021 · Regionale 19342 | 10:28 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2h32 | 13:00 La Spezia Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale 18365 | 10:53 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2h27 | 13:20 La Spezia Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 18365 | 10:53 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2h27 | 13:20 La Spezia Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce 4023 · Regionale 18365 | 11:00 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2h20 | 13:20 La Spezia Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 4023 · Regionale 18365 | 11:00 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2h20 | 13:20 La Spezia Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 4027 · Regionale 19346 | 11:28 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2h21 | 13:49 La Spezia Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 4027 · Regionale 19346 | 11:28 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2h21 | 13:49 La Spezia Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale 18367 | 11:53 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2h27 | 14:20 La Spezia Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 18367 | 11:53 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2h27 | 14:20 La Spezia Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce 4029 · Regionale 19348 | 12:28 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2h32 | 15:00 La Spezia Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 4029+ Intercity 674 | 12:28 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2h08 | 14:36 La Spezia Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 4029+ Intercity 674 | 12:28 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2h08 | 14:36 La Spezia Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 4029 · Regionale 19348 | 12:28 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2h32 | 15:00 La Spezia Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale 18371 | 12:53 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2h27 | 15:20 La Spezia Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 18371 | 12:53 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2h27 | 15:20 La Spezia Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce 4031 · Regionale 18371 | 13:00 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2h20 | 15:20 La Spezia Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 4031 · Regionale 18371 | 13:00 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2h20 | 15:20 La Spezia Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 4033 · Regionale 19354 | 13:28 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2h20 | 15:48 La Spezia Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 4033 · Regionale 19354 | 13:28 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2h20 | 15:48 La Spezia Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 4033+ FRECCIABIANCA 8616 | 13:28 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2h13 | 15:41 La Spezia Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale 18373 | 13:53 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2h27 | 16:20 La Spezia Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 18373 | 13:53 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2h27 | 16:20 La Spezia Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce 4035 · Regionale 19358 | 14:28 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2h21 | 16:49 La Spezia Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 4035 · Regionale 19358 | 14:28 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2h21 | 16:49 La Spezia Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale 18377 | 14:53 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2h27 | 17:20 La Spezia Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 18377 | 14:53 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2h27 | 17:20 La Spezia Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce 4037 · Regionale 18377 | 15:00 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2h20 | 17:20 La Spezia Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 4037 · Regionale 18377 | 15:00 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2h20 | 17:20 La Spezia Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 4039+ FRECCIABIANCA 8620 | 15:28 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2h16 | 17:44 La Spezia Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale 18381 | 15:53 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2h27 | 18:20 La Spezia Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 18381 | 15:53 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2h27 | 18:20 La Spezia Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce 4043+ Intercity 684 | 16:28 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2h08 | 18:36 La Spezia Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 4043 · Regionale 19368 | 16:28 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2h30 | 18:58 La Spezia Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 4043 · Regionale 19368 | 16:28 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2h30 | 18:58 La Spezia Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 4043+ Intercity 684 | 16:28 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2h08 | 18:36 La Spezia Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale 18307 · Regionale 19374 | 17:28 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2h21 | 19:49 La Spezia Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale 18307 · Regionale 19374 | 17:28 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2h21 | 19:49 La Spezia Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale 18309+ Intercity 518 | 17:38 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2h23 | 20:01 La Spezia Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale 18309+ Intercity 518 | 17:38 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2h23 | 20:01 La Spezia Centrale | 1 change | |
FRECCIARGENTO 8556 | 17:44 Florence Campo di Marte | 1h41 | 19:25 La Spezia Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce 4047 · Regionale 19378 | 18:28 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2h32 | 21:00 La Spezia Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 4047 · Regionale 19378 | 18:28 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2h32 | 21:00 La Spezia Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 4047+ FRECCIABIANCA 8626 | 18:28 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2h16 | 20:44 La Spezia Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 4051 · Regionale 19380 | 19:28 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2h21 | 21:49 La Spezia Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 4051 · Regionale 19380 | 19:28 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2h21 | 21:49 La Spezia Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale 18319+ FRECCIABIANCA 8630 | 19:53 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2h21 | 22:14 La Spezia Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale 18323 · Regionale 19382 | 20:28 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2h32 | 23:00 La Spezia Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale 18323 · Regionale 19382 | 20:28 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2h32 | 23:00 La Spezia Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale 18333+ Intercity 522 | 21:28 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2h24 | 23:52 La Spezia Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale 18333+ Intercity 522 | 21:28 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2h24 | 23:52 La Spezia Centrale | 1 change | |
FRECCIARGENTO 8596 | 21:54 Florence Campo di Marte | 1h31 | 23:25 La Spezia Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Florence to La Spezia run on average 47 times per day, taking around 2h 28m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £12 but you can travel from only £10 by coach.
There are 12 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:04, the last at 23:39. The fastest train covers the 119 km distance in 1h 31m.
Distance 119 km |
Average train duration 2h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price £12 |
Trains per day 47 |
Direct trains 12 |
Fastest train 1h 31m |
First train 0:04 |
Last train 23:39 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 84 days |
Discover the best of La Spezia — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect La Spezia trip today.
Technical museum on naval history with figureheads, weapons and ship models, offering insight into La Spezia’s maritime role.
Museum with seals, manuscripts and local archaeology inside a former convent, useful for understanding Lunigiana history.
Museum dedicated to 20th-century art in a central former convent, known for paintings, sculpture and temporary exhibitions.
Elegant palm-lined seafront promenade for harbour views, evening walks and easy access to ferries and city landmarks.
Main pedestrian shopping street with Liberty-era buildings, useful for exploring the city centre between sights.
Tree-lined public gardens by the waterfront, pleasant for a break and close to monuments, ferries and the historic centre.
Savoury pie of rice, eggs and cheese baked in pastry. A classic Ligurian street food found in bakeries around La Spezia.
Small mussels from the Gulf of La Spezia, often stuffed with breadcrumbs, herbs and cheese. A local speciality tied to the city’s maritime tradition.
Fresh anchovies layered with potatoes, tomatoes and herbs, then baked. A homely coastal dish typical of eastern Liguria.
Traditional seafood trattoria known for mussels, pasta and Ligurian dishes in a relaxed, local setting near the centre.
Elegant restaurant focused on refined Ligurian seafood and seasonal ingredients, with a polished atmosphere suited to dinner.
Well-known local spot for fresh fish, mussels and classic coastal cooking, popular for a lively informal meal.
Moderate for Italy: stays rise in peak season, but dining and local transport are manageable versus pricier Cinque Terre bases.
Service is often included or covered by coperto. Round up or leave 5-10% for great restaurant service; taxis can be rounded up; café tipping is optional.
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La Spezia Centrale -> Piazza Europa, La Spezia
With up to 30 daily services from Florence to La Spezia, travelling between the two cities is easy. There aras many as 10 daily direct departures, while other routes involve one connection. All journeys take approximately 1.5 to 3.5 hours. There are two departures a day from Florence Campo di Marte Station with all other routes starting at Florence Santa Maria Novella Station. All services arrive at La Spezia Centrale.
Trains from Florence to La Spezia are operated by Trenitalia, the Italian national rail provider. All trains have comfortable seating, luggage storage, wifi and power outlets with some services also having a buffet car.
Direct services between Florence and La Spezia take between 1.5 and 2.5 hours. Other services can take up to 3.5 hours depending on the waiting time for transfers at Pisa Centrale Station.
There are up to 30 train departures to La Spezia from Florence every day of the week. There are numerous direct departures every day of the week. Trains start departing from Florence in the early hours of the morning with services continuing until mid-evening, with times evenly spread throughout.
Departure station:Trains to La Spezia depart from either Florence Campo di Marte Station or Florence Santa Maria Novella Station. Campo di Marte Station is linked to the city centre by local buses and taxis and has car parking and some basic catering facilities. Santa Maria Novella Station is served by taxis and local buses as well as a twice-hourly shuttle service to Firenze Amerigo Vespucci Airport. Station facilities include free wifi, luggage storage, shops and cafes.
Arrival station:All trains arrive at La Spezia Centrale Station. Housed in an elegant 19th-century building, it is an important regional hub for passenger traffic. The station is centrally located in the town and within walking distance of La Spezia's attractions. Local buses stop at the station and its facilities include a taxi rank, luggage storage and cafes.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Florence to La Spezia 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 La Spezia, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Florence to La Spezia trains use the Firenze Santa Maria Novella to La Spezia Centrale station pair, with some services arriving at La Spezia Migliarina. Use this guide to compare Florence and La Spezia 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 Rifredi is 3 km from Florence city centre. Public transport options include:
Firenze Rifredi has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Trattoria Fratelli Briganti, Osteria di Poneta
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Firenze Rifredi. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Firenze Rifredi. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Firenze Rifredi: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Firenze Rifredi: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Firenze Rifredi: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Raffaello, Hotel Corolle, Hotel Dalmazia.
La Spezia Centrale is 2 km from La Spezia city centre. Public transport options include:
La Spezia Centrale has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Chef Express, Moka, Wake Up Cafe' Di Bottazzo Paolo
Free WiFi in the station with password displayed on ticket. ATMs are located inside the station.
Information desks are located inside the station near the information board.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located inside the main terminal.
Available at La Spezia Centrale: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at La Spezia Centrale: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at La Spezia Centrale: There are elevators from the parking garage and the road into the station as well as ramps for train access.
Nearby hotels include Affittacamere Casa Dane, La Siesta, Hotel Mary.
La Spezia Migliarina is 1 km from La Spezia city centre. Public transport options include:
La Spezia Migliarina has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at La Spezia Migliarina.
Ticket office support is available at La Spezia Migliarina.
Available at La Spezia Migliarina: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at La Spezia Migliarina: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at La Spezia Migliarina: Elevators, ramps.
Ca' Di Boschetti is 1 km from La Spezia city centre. Public transport options include:
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