- Must visit
Galleria degli Uffizi
Major art museum displaying Botticelli, Leonardo and Michelangelo, essential for understanding Florentine Renaissance painting.
Cheapest price on 14 Oct
£21
Average ticket price on 14 Oct
£44
Fastest journey on 14 Oct
2 h 36 m
Average journey duration on 14 Oct
3 h 2 m
Trains on 14 Oct
39
Distance
198 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Genoa to Florence is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Genoa to Florence will cost around £44 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £21.
On Wed 14 Oct, we found 39 trains from Genoa to Florence, including 3 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 198 km distance in an average of 3 h 2 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 36 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 28 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 12381 · Regionale 19367 · Regionale Veloce 4048
Regionale Veloce 2127 · Regionale Veloce 3273 · Regionale 18401
Regionale 12381 · Regionale 18401
Regionale 12411 · Regionale 18407
Regionale 22861 · Regionale 19379 · Regionale Veloce 4062
FRECCIARGENTO 8583
FRECCIARGENTO 8591
FRECCIAROSSA 8551
FRECCIABIANCA 8619+
Regionale Veloce 4046
FRECCIAROSSA 8623+
Regionale Veloce 4058Trains from Genoa to Florence run on average 32 times per day, taking around 3h 45m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £9 but you can travel from only £4 by coach.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:53. The fastest train covers the 198 km distance in 2h 31m.
Distance 198 km |
Average train duration 3h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price £9 |
Trains per day 32 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 2h 31m |
First train 0:02 |
Last train 23:53 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 70 days |
The table below shows live departures for Genoa to Florence trains for today, Tuesday 13 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Regionale Veloce 3030+ FRECCIAROSSA 9321 | 13:02 Genoa Piazza Principe | 3h48 | 16:50 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 change | |
Regionale 12381 · Regionale 19367 · Regionale Veloce 4048 | 13:13 Genoa Piazza Principe | 5h20 | 18:33 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 changes | |
Regionale 12381 · Regionale 18401 | 13:13 Genoa Piazza Principe | 5h55 | 19:08 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 change | |
Intercity 745+ Regionale Veloce 3030+ FRECCIAROSSA 9321 | 13:19 Genoa Piazza Principe | 3h31 | 16:50 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 changes | |
Regionale Veloce 3032+ FRECCIAROSSA 9643 · FRECCIAROSSA 9427 | 13:44 Genoa Piazza Principe | 3h55 | 17:39 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 changes | |
Intercity 665+ Regionale 18399 · Regionale Veloce 4046 | 13:47 Genoa Piazza Principe | 4h14 | 18:01 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 changes | |
Intercity 665+ Regionale 18399 | 13:47 Genoa Piazza Principe | 4h21 | 18:08 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 change | |
Intercity 670+ Regionale TRENORD 2332+ FRECCIAROSSA 9323 | 14:19 Genoa Piazza Principe | 3h31 | 17:50 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 changes | |
Regionale Veloce 2127 · Regionale Veloce 3273 · Regionale 18401 | 14:32 Genoa Piazza Principe | 4h36 | 19:08 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 changes | |
FRECCIABIANCA 8619+ Regionale Veloce 4046 | 14:50 Genoa Piazza Principe | 3h11 | 18:01 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 3034+ FRECCIAROSSA 9325 | 15:02 Genoa Piazza Principe | 3h48 | 18:50 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 change | |
Intercity 669+ Regionale Veloce 4052 | 15:47 Genoa Piazza Principe | 3h46 | 19:33 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 change | |
Regionale 12411 · Regionale 18407 | 16:10 Genoa Piazza Principe | 5h47 | 21:57 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 change | |
Intercity 674+ Regionale TRENORD 2336+ FRECCIAROSSA 9559 | 16:19 Genoa Piazza Principe | 3h45 | 20:04 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 changes | |
Regionale 22857 · Regionale Veloce 3277 · Regionale 18423 | 16:24 Genoa Piazza Principe | 4h44 | 21:08 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8623+ Regionale Veloce 4058 | 17:05 Genoa Piazza Principe | 3h28 | 20:33 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 change | |
Intercity 635+ Regionale Veloce 3038+ FRECCIAROSSA 9329 | 17:19 Genoa Piazza Principe | 3h31 | 20:50 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 changes | |
Regionale 22861 · Regionale 19379 · Regionale Veloce 4062 | 17:24 Genoa Piazza Principe | 5h08 | 22:32 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 changes | |
Intercity 673+ Regionale Veloce 4060 | 17:47 Genoa Piazza Principe | 3h52 | 21:39 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 change | |
FRECCIARGENTO 8591 | 18:35 Genoa Piazza Principe | 2h54 | 21:29 Florence Campo di Marte | 0 changesdirect | |
Intercity 679+ Regionale 18330 | 19:47 Genoa Piazza Principe | 4h03 | 23:50 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 change | |
InterCityNotte 899+ Regionale 18252 | 22:07 Genoa Piazza Principe | 8h32 | 6:39 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 change | |
| Wednesday 14 October | |||||
FRECCIARGENTO 8583 | 5:48 Genoa Piazza Principe | 2h36 | 8:24 Florence Campo di Marte | 0 changesdirect | |
9998 · 9923 | 6:05 Genoa Brignole | 5h30 | 11:35 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 change | |
9998 · 9923 | 6:12 Genoa Piazza Principe | 5h23 | 11:35 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8551 | 7:05 Genoa Piazza Principe | 2h59 | 10:04 Florence Campo di Marte | 0 changesdirect | |
Intercity 653+ FRECCIAROSSA 9391 | 7:19 Genoa Piazza Principe | 3h31 | 10:50 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 change | |
Intercity 651+ Regionale Veloce 4026 | 7:47 Genoa Piazza Principe | 3h46 | 11:33 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 change | |
Intercity 658+ Regionale TRENORD 2320+ FRECCIAROSSA 9311 | 8:19 Genoa Piazza Principe | 3h31 | 11:50 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 changes | |
Intercity 505+ Regionale Veloce 4030 | 8:53 Genoa Piazza Principe | 3h40 | 12:33 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 change | |
Intercity 662+ FRECCIAROSSA 9535 | 9:18 Genoa Piazza Principe | 4h46 | 14:04 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 change | |
Intercity 662+ S13 TRENORD 24334+ FRECCIAROSSA 9587 | 9:18 Genoa Piazza Principe | 3h46 | 13:04 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 changes | |
Intercity 657+ Regionale 19361 · Regionale Veloce 4038 | 9:47 Genoa Piazza Principe | 5h46 | 15:33 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 changes | |
Regionale Veloce 2119 · Regionale Veloce 3265 · Regionale 18393 | 10:32 Genoa Piazza Principe | 5h36 | 16:08 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 changes | |
Regionale Veloce 3026+ FRECCIAROSSA 9539 | 11:02 Genoa Piazza Principe | 4h02 | 15:04 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 change | |
Intercity 631+ S13 TRENORD 24342+ FRECCIAROSSA 9539 | 11:19 Genoa Piazza Principe | 3h45 | 15:04 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 changes | |
FRECCIABIANCA 8613+ Regionale Veloce 4038 | 12:05 Genoa Piazza Principe | 3h28 | 15:33 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 change | |
Intercity 511+ Regionale Veloce 4040 | 12:24 Genoa Piazza Principe | 3h37 | 16:01 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 change | |
Regionale 22841 · Regionale Veloce 3269 · Regionale 18415 | 12:24 Genoa Piazza Principe | 4h44 | 17:08 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 changes | |
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Major art museum displaying Botticelli, Leonardo and Michelangelo, essential for understanding Florentine Renaissance painting.
Museum housing Michelangelo’s David alongside unfinished sculptures and Florentine paintings in a compact, focused setting.
Vast former Medici residence with lavish rooms, court art and a panoramic garden-facing setting across the Arno.
Grand civic square surrounded by historic buildings and open-air sculpture, ideal for architecture, people-watching and evening walks.
Lively square beside the cathedral, central for orienting yourself and admiring the baptistery, facade details and constant street life.
Classic terrace viewpoint with sweeping views over Florence, especially rewarding at sunset and easy to combine with uphill walks.
Thick Tuscan bread soup with tomatoes, olive oil and basil. A frugal Florentine classic that celebrates stale unsalted bread and summer produce.
Hearty soup of black kale, cannellini beans, vegetables and stale Tuscan bread. A traditional peasant dish closely linked with Florence and Tuscany.
Large T-bone steak from Chianina beef, grilled rare over coals. It is Florence’s signature meat dish and prized for its simplicity and quality.
Long-standing sandwich shop near the market, popular for schiacciata filled with Tuscan salumi and cheeses. Informal and very Florentine.
Lively traditional trattoria known for hearty Tuscan dishes such as ribollita and Florentine steak in a classic, bustling setting.
Historic market stall famed for lampredotto sandwiches. Casual, quick and deeply traditional, ideal for trying authentic Florentine street food.
Florence is pricier than many Italian cities, with central stays, museum-area dining and tourist services pushing up daily costs, though local cafés and buses remain fairly manageable.
Tipping is not obligatory. In restaurants, round up or leave 5-10% for good service if no service charge applies. Taxis are usually rounded up. In cafés, small change is enough.
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Firenze Santa Maria Novella -> Piazza del Duomo, Florence
The most popular day trips by train from Florence are Pisa, Siena, Lucca, Bologna and Arezzo. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Florence on Omio.

Pisa is known worldwide for the Leaning Tower, but it is also a compact university city with medieval streets and graceful squares. Along the Arno, historic buildings and student life give it an easy, thoughtful atmosphere.
There are 56 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:40, the last at 23:50. The fastest train covers the 69 km distance in 44m.

Siena is a medieval Tuscan city known for the Piazza del Campo, the Palio and its striped Duomo. Its steep lanes, Gothic buildings and strong civic traditions give it a more austere character than many larger Italian cities.
There are 14 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:40, the last at 21:44. The fastest train covers the 50 km distance in 1h 19m.

Lucca is known for its complete Renaissance walls, Romanesque churches and handsome historic squares. Its compact old centre feels calm and distinctly Tuscan, with medieval streets and a strong local character.
There are 22 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:40, the last at 23:39. The fastest train covers the 60 km distance in 1h 11m.

Bologna is known for its porticoes, medieval centre and one of Europe’s oldest universities. The city feels lively yet grounded, with red-brick streets, elegant piazzas and a food culture that shapes daily life.
There are 84 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:35. The fastest train covers the 81 km distance in 33m.

Arezzo is a historic Tuscan city known for medieval streets, Piero della Francesca frescoes and antiques. Its piazzas and churches feel quieter than in larger art cities, with local life shaped by goldsmithing and the Giostra del Saracino.
There are 62 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:14, the last at 23:28. The fastest train covers the 61 km distance in 27m.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Genoa to Florence 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 Florence, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Genoa to Florence trains use the Genova Piazza Principe to Firenze Santa Maria Novella station pair, with some services arriving at Firenze Campo di Marte. Use this guide to compare Genoa and Florence train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Genova Piazza Principe is 1 km from Genoa city centre. Public transport options include:
Genova Piazza Principe has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Ristorante Salgari, Trattoria dell'Acciughetta
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Genova Piazza Principe. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Genova Piazza Principe. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Genova Piazza Principe: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Genova Piazza Principe: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Genova Piazza Principe: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Continental Genova, Grand Hotel Savoia, Hotel Britannia.
Genova Brignole is 1 km from Genoa city centre. Public transport options include:
Genova Brignole has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Ristorante Pizzeria da Toto, Trattoria Rosmarino
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Genova Brignole. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Genova Brignole. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Genova Brignole: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Genova Brignole: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Genova Brignole: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Bristol Palace, NH Genova Centro, Best Western Hotel Moderno Verdi.
Genova Nervi is 8 km from Genoa city centre. Public transport options include:
Genova Nervi has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Ristorante Pizzeria Lo Scalo, Trattoria La Ruota
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Genova Nervi. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Genova Nervi.
Available at Genova Nervi: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Genova Nervi: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Genova Nervi: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Esperia, Hotel Villa Pagoda, Hotel Astor.
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 Statuto is 2 km from Florence city centre. Public transport options include:
Firenze Statuto has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink options are available at Firenze Statuto.
Available at Firenze Statuto: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Firenze Statuto: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Firenze Statuto: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Raffaello, Hotel Panama, Hotel La Fortezza.
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