Trains from Milan to Florence

Trains from Milan to Florence

There are plenty of trains available from Milan to Florence, with the fastest taking approximately 1h44min. Longer journeys can last up to 6h49min depending on the route and will often require a couple of changes along the way. The average journey time is approximately 3h14min. Regardless of which route you choose, you generally won't have to wait for longer than around 20 minutes to half an hour, and often even less, between different departures.

Milan to Florence Train Time: Daily Departures

Every day, 57 trains leave Milan for Florence, with many of them travelling direct, making for the easiest and smoothest journey possible. This figure applies primarily to weekdays. On certain days, such as weekends, there may be fewer trains from Milan to Florence, but the frequency of trains will usually be pretty consistent throughout the week. There may also be fewer trains available on national holidays, but the exact number of trains varies depending on the event. The first train departs at around 5:10 a.m., while the final train departs around 8:10 p.m. To find the exact train time that's right for you, you can check the timetables for your day of travel and find the ideal train.

How long is the journey by train from Milan to Florence?

The length of the journey from Milan to Florence will depend on a number of different factors. The most significant factor in deciding the duration of your train journey will be how many changes are required along the way. A direct journey can take as little as 1h44min, while the longest journey with multiple changes can take up to 6h49min.

How to find cheap train tickets from Milan to Florence?

If you're looking to find the cheapest possible tickets for Milan to Florence trains, there are a few ways that you can go about it. The best way to find a cheap fare is to make sure that you book in advance. Buying tickets in advance will always be cheaper than trying to buy them on the day. It's also a good idea to make sure that you consider when you're travelling. If you're travelling at peak times, then you're likely to end up paying more for your fare. If you're willing to be flexible about when you travel, you're going to be in a far better position to find cheaper tickets. It's also worth considering if you're willing for your journey to include connections. Direct journeys may be faster, but they will also end up costing you more for a ticket. It is also possible to find discounts for young people and senior travellers, as well as those with discount cards.

What are the departure and arrival stations for trains from Milan to Florence?

Departure train station: Milan's Centrale station is the point of departure for Milan to Florence trains. It features free Wi-Fi and luggage lockers, as well as restaurants, cafes, bars and a low-cost supermarket. Centrale station is 1.9 miles from the centre of Milan, and you can reach the city centre from Centrale by taking the subway, bus, a taxi or walking. It is a good call to be at the station around 30 minutes before the train takes off.

Arrival train station: Florence Santa Maria Novella is the arrival station for journeys between Milan and Florence. Located less than a mile from the city centre, the station is near a major hub for bus lines in Florence and features a mezzanine level that has a restaurant, bank and pharmacy.

Which train companies travel from Milan to Florence?

Trains with both Trenitalia and Italo travel from Milan to Florence. The train company you choose will likely depend on your preferred travel times. Both providers operate at a similar frequency and the travel duration is generally very similar between them. Likewise, it is a similar price to travel with either train company.

Trenitalia trains from Milan to Florence

Trenitalia offer both direct routes and journeys with multiple changes. The fastest route Trenitalia offers is 1h44min. Trenitalia trains run on a reliable schedule and depart approximately every 30 minutes. Trenitalia offers high-speed Alta Velocita, InterCity and regional trains. Should your journey be disrupted, Trenitalia offers refunds on tickets due to cancellations as long as requests are submitted in the right time period and that they are due to national provisions.

Italo trains from Milan to Florence

Italo offer both direct routes and journeys with multiple changes. The fastest route Italo provides takes 1h55min. Italo trains run on a reliable schedule and depart approximately every hour. Italo offers high speed type Alstom AGV (Automotrice Grande Vitesse) trains. You can make unlimited changes to your travel time/date and passenger's name up to 3 minutes prior to departure time, as many times you like, for no extra cost, while an 80% refund is available if you need to cancel your ticket.

Milan to Florence Trains: Services on board

Trenitalia trains provide standard, premium, business and executive class seats. Standard seating includes armchair seating, free Wi-Fi and a bar-bistro service. Premium includes leather armchair seating, a newspaper service and bar-restaurant service. The executive service also includes welcome refreshments. There are no specific restrictions on the number and weight of suitcases that you can take on the train. Assistance for those with disabilities or limited mobility is available upon request. You can take a single bike onto Trenitalia trains and small pets are also allowed. Italo trains provide Smart, Prima and Club Executive seating. Smart seating includes free Wi-Fi, reclining leather seats and a cinema coach. Prima includes extra space and welcome service, while Club Executive also includes private lounges. There is no limit on the number and weight of suitcases that you can take on the train with Italo. You can take a bicycle onto the train as long as it can fold up into a bag. Pets under 10kg (22lbs) are also allowed. Passengers with disabilities can also request assistance.