- Must visit
Galleria degli Uffizi
Major art museum displaying Botticelli, Leonardo and Michelangelo, essential for understanding Florentine Renaissance painting.
Cheapest price
£65
Average price
£96
Fastest journey
8 h 18 m
Average duration
8 h 28 m
Trains per day
17
Distance
685 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lecce to Florence is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lecce to Florence will cost around £96 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £65.
Of the 17 trains that leave Lecce for Florence 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 685 km distance in an average of 8 h 28 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 8 h 18 m .
The slowest trains will take 8 h 39 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.
InterCityNotte 752+
Regionale 17855 · Regionale 34081
InterCityNotte 754+
Regionale 94450
Intercity 608+
Regionale 17835 · Regionale 34111
Intercity 608 · Intercity 597
Intercity 612 · Intercity 599
FRECCIAROSSA 9808 · FRECCIAROSSA 8529
FRECCIAROSSA 8818 · FRECCIAROSSA 8519
FRECCIAROSSA 8824 · FRECCIAROSSA 8525
FRECCIAROSSA 8306 · FRECCIAROSSA 9540
FRECCIAROSSA 8302 · FRECCIAROSSA 9584Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lecce to Florence among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £13. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 54m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.6kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £13, and a flight costs an average of £15.
Distance: 685 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£66 Average Price | £27 Average Price Cheapest | £81 Average Price |
9h 33m Average total duration 9h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 0m Average total duration 11h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 54m Average total duration Fastest 1h 54m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.7 - 1.7kg CO2 emissions | 2.1 - 4.1kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The table below shows live departures for Lecce to Florence trains for today, Tuesday 11 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
InterCityNotte 752+ Regionale 17855 · Regionale 34081 | 19:50 Lecce station | 12h02 | 7:52 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 changes | |
InterCityNotte 754+ Regionale 94450 | 20:25 Lecce station | 11h37 | 8:02 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 change | |
InterCityNotte 754+ FRECCIAROSSA 9505 | 20:25 Lecce station | 10h39 | 7:04 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 change | |
| Wednesday 12 August | |||||
FRECCIAROSSA 8814 · FRECCIAROSSA 8419 | 5:55 Lecce station | 8h44 | 14:39 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8302 · FRECCIAROSSA 9584 | 6:07 Lecce station | 8h39 | 14:46 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 change | |
Intercity 608 · Intercity 597 | 6:23 Lecce station | 11h04 | 17:27 Florence Rifredi | 1 change | |
Intercity 608+ Regionale 17835 · Regionale 34111 | 6:23 Lecce station | 11h01 | 17:24 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8816 · FRECCIAROSSA 9421 | 7:00 Lecce station | 8h39 | 15:39 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8306 · FRECCIAROSSA 9540 | 7:07 Lecce station | 8h39 | 15:46 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8818 · FRECCIAROSSA 8519 | 8:04 Lecce station | 8h20 | 16:24 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 change | |
Intercity 610+ FRECCIAROSSA 8820 · FRECCIAROSSA 9427 | 8:20 Lecce station | 9h19 | 17:39 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 changes | |
Intercity 610 · Intercity 594 | 8:20 Lecce station | 10h05 | 18:25 Florence Rifredi | 1 change | |
Intercity 612 · Intercity 599 | 8:42 Lecce station | 12h40 | 21:22 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8824 · FRECCIAROSSA 8525 | 9:58 Lecce station | 8h26 | 18:24 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8314 · FRECCIAROSSA 9556 | 11:07 Lecce station | 8h39 | 19:46 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9560 | 11:42 Lecce station | 9h04 | 20:46 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9808 · FRECCIAROSSA 8529 | 12:06 Lecce station | 8h18 | 20:24 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 change | |
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Trains from Lecce to Florence run on average 15 times per day, taking around 9h 3m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £32 but you can travel from only £13 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:12, the last at 23:37. The fastest train covers the 685 km distance in 8h 4m.
Distance 685 km |
Average train duration 9h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price £32 |
Trains per day 15 |
Fastest train 8h 4m |
First train 0:12 |
Last train 23:37 |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Best time to book 42 days |
Discover the best of Florence — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Florence trip today.
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
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lecce 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 Lecce to Florence trains use the Lecce to Firenze Santa Maria Novella station pair, with some services arriving at Firenze Rifredi. Use this guide to compare Lecce and Florence train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Lecce is 1 km from Lecce city centre. Public transport options include:
Lecce 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: Alibi Creative Club, Osteria degli Spiriti
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Lecce. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Lecce. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Lecce: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Lecce: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Lecce: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hilton Garden Inn Lecce, Patria Palace Hotel, Risorgimento Resort.
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.
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