
Business
- Free Wi-Fi
- Power plugs
- Free drinks
- Wide seats
- Food available
- Newspapers and magazines
Cheapest price on 05 Sept
£58
Average ticket price on 05 Sept
£93
Fastest journey on 05 Sept
7 h 20 m
Average journey duration on 05 Sept
9 h 1 m
Trains on 05 Sept
5
Distance
428 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Florence to Spiez is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Florence to Spiez will cost around £93 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £58.
On Sat 05 Sept, we found 5 trains from Florence to Spiez, including 5 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 428 km distance in an average of 9 h 1 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 7 h 20 m .
The slowest trains will take 9 h 32 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 Florence to Spiez among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £84 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 20m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.4kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £84, while a flight costs an average of £147.
Distance: 428 km
Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£84 Average Price Cheapest | £147 Average Price | £162 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 44m Average total duration 6h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 20m Average total duration Fastest 1h 20m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 6h 52m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.3 - 2.6kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Florence to Spiez:
A train is £63 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Florence to Spiez costing on average £147.
Other travel options to Spiez take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 14m.
The journey is about 38m faster (6h 14m by train vs 6h 52m by car) and roughly £77 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£84 vs £162). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Florence to Spiez trains for today, Friday 4 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 11:33 Florence | 7h20 | 18:53 Spiez | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 14:55 Florence | 4h58 | 19:53 Spiez | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday 5 September | |||||
![]() | 2:32 Florence | 9h21 | 11:53 Spiez | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 3:32 Florence | 9h21 | 12:53 Spiez | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 6:21 Florence | 9h32 | 15:53 Spiez | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 7:21 Florence | 9h32 | 16:53 Spiez | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Florence to Spiez run on average 4 times per day, taking around 6h 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £54 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:32, the last at 15:55. The fastest train covers the 428 km distance in 7h 20m.
Distance 428 km |
Average train duration 6h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price £54 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 7h 20m |
First train 4:32 |
Last train 15:55 |
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Discover the best of Spiez — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Spiez trip today.
Museum inside Spiez Castle presenting regional history, noble interiors and changing exhibitions. The main cultural museum experience in town.
Wine museum at Spiez Castle exploring local viticulture, cellar culture and the area's long link with vineyard work above the lake.
Permanent castle interiors with period rooms and historical displays that give a closer look at domestic life in Spiez through the centuries.
Lakeside bay with harbour, promenade and mountain views. Ideal for a scenic walk, boat connections and classic views back towards the castle.
Castle park with vineyard paths, lawns and sweeping lake panoramas. A lovely area for a short stroll beside Spiez's best-known landmark.
Popular hillside viewpoint above Spiez offering open views of Lake Thun, the castle and surrounding peaks. Best suited to walkers and photographers.
A Lake Thun white wine from steep vineyard terraces around Spiez. It is a local speciality with crisp alpine freshness and a long winegrowing tradition.
A Bernese plate of smoked pork, beef tongue, bacon, potatoes, sauerkraut and green beans. It is a classic regional feast linked to local food traditions.
A rich cheese fondue of melted Swiss cheese with white wine and bread. It is a social alpine staple widely eaten across the Bernese Oberland.
Elegant lakeside dining in Spiez Castle Hotel with seasonal Swiss dishes, local fish and a refined atmosphere overlooking Lake Thun.
Traditional Swiss restaurant in Spiez serving fondue, rösti and regional classics in a relaxed setting popular with locals and visitors.
Casual pizzeria and Italian restaurant near the lake, valued for reliable service, family-friendly dining and generous portions.
Spiez is expensive versus many European towns. Hotels, restaurant meals and Swiss rail fares are high, though supermarkets and guest cards can help cut daily costs.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for good service in restaurants. Round up taxi fares and small café bills, but tipping is not obligatory.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Florence to Spiez 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 Spiez, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Florence to Spiez trains use the Firenze Santa Maria Novella to Spiez station pair. Use this guide to compare Florence and Spiez 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 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.
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.
Spiez has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Migros Restaurant Spiez Terminus, Restaurant Seegarten Marina
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Spiez. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Spiez. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Spiez: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Spiez: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Spiez: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Eden Spiez, Hotel Bellevue, Strandhotel Belvédère.
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