The cheapest and fastest trains from Florence to Novara
Cheapest price
£22
Average price
£33
Fastest journey
2 h 16 m
Average duration
5 h 4 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
279 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Florence to Novara is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Florence to Novara will cost around £33 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £22.
Of the 3 trains that leave Florence for Novara every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 279 km distance in an average of 5 h 4 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 16 m .
The slowest trains will take 7 h 22 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 train, coach and flight for Florence to Novara
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Florence to Novara among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 50m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £12, and a flight costs an average of £94.
Distance: 279 km
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4h 20m Average total duration Fastest 3h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 39m Average total duration 5h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 6m Average total duration 9h 6m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Florence to Novara train times
The table below shows live departures for Florence to Novara trains for today, Wednesday 10 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
TUSCANY LINE 4021+ Intercity 670+ Regionale Veloce 2032 | 09:28 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 6h26 | 15:54 Novara station | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9520+ Regionale Veloce 2026 | 09:55 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2h59 | 12:54 Novara station | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9308+ S6 TRENORD 24642 | 10:10 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3h02 | 13:12 Novara station | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9308+ S6 TRENORD 24642 · Regionale 11520 | 10:10 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3h17 | 13:27 Vignale | 2 changes | |
Tuscany Line 18289+ Intercity 510+ Regionale 11274 | 10:38 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 6h20 | 16:58 Novara station | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9524+ Regionale Veloce 2028 | 10:55 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2h59 | 13:54 Novara station | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9310+ S6 TRENORD 24646 | 11:10 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3h02 | 14:12 Novara station | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9310+ S6 TRENORD 24646 · Regionale 11522 | 11:10 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3h17 | 14:27 Vignale | 2 changes | |
TUSCANY LINE 4029+ Intercity 674+ Regionale Veloce 2036 | 11:28 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 6h26 | 17:54 Novara station | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9514+ Regionale Veloce 2030 | 11:55 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2h59 | 14:54 Novara station | 1 change | |
Regionale 18373+ Intercity 680+ Regionale Veloce 2040 | 12:53 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 7h01 | 19:54 Novara station | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9532+ Regionale Veloce 2032 | 12:55 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2h59 | 15:54 Novara station | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9532+ Regionale Veloce 2032 · Regionale 11526 | 12:55 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3h32 | 16:27 Vignale | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9584+ Regionale Veloce 2034 · Regionale 11528 | 13:55 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3h32 | 17:27 Vignale | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9584+ Regionale Veloce 2034 | 13:55 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2h59 | 16:54 Novara station | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9540+ Regionale Veloce 2036 | 14:55 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2h59 | 17:54 Novara station | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9540+ Regionale Veloce 2036 · Regionale 11530 | 14:55 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3h32 | 18:27 Vignale | 2 changes | |
Regionale Veloce 4043+ Intercity 684+ Regionale Veloce 2044 | 15:28 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 6h26 | 21:54 Novara station | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9544+ Regionale Veloce 2038 | 15:55 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2h59 | 18:54 Novara station | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9588+ Regionale Veloce 2040 | 16:55 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2h59 | 19:54 Novara station | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9552+ Regionale Veloce 2042 | 17:55 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2h59 | 20:54 Novara station | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9556+ Regionale Veloce 2044 | 18:55 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2h59 | 21:54 Novara station | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9326+ S6 TRENORD 24678 | 19:10 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3h02 | 22:12 Novara station | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9560+ S1 TRENORD 24180 · S6 TRENORD 24682 | 19:55 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3h17 | 23:12 Novara station | 2 changes | |
| Thursday 11 December | |||||
![]() | 02:32 Florence | 7h22 | 09:54 Novara | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 06:21 Florence | 5h33 | 11:54 Novara | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Florence to Novara
Trains from Florence to Novara run on average 31 times per day, taking around 3h 50m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £17 but you can travel from only £12 by coach.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:40, the last at 23:07. The fastest train covers the 279 km distance in 2h 16m.
Distance 279 km |
Average train duration 3h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price £17 |
Trains per day 31 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 2h 16m |
First train 00:40 |
Last train 23:07 |
Train companies: Frecciarossa, Intercity, Italo, Regionale from Florence to Novara trainsFrecciarossa, Intercity, Italo, Regionale trains will get you between Florence and Novara from £12. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Florence to Novara train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Florence to Novara 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 Novara, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Florence and Novara
- 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 - 10:00 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 is available via Piazza Garibaldi.
- Ristorante Pizzeria Marechiaro
- Osteria del Gallo
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, restrooms.
- €1
- Hotel Cavour
- Hotel La Bussola
- Hotel Croce di Malta
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for regional and intercity trains
- Hall 2: platform 5-6 for high-speed trains
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Regional and intercity connections
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