- Must visit
Galleria degli Uffizi
Major art museum displaying Botticelli, Leonardo and Michelangelo, essential for understanding Florentine Renaissance painting.
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Overview: Train from Prague to Florence
Czechia
Italy
Trains from Prague to Florence run on average 3 times per day, taking around 14h 4m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £19 but you can travel from only £17 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 00:40, the last at 21:48. The fastest train covers the 743 km distance in 13h 40m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Flight from £17
Distance 743 km |
Average train duration 14h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price £19 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 13h 40m |
First train 0:40 |
Last train 21:48 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 3 days |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Flight from £17
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České dráhy
About
Czech Railways (České dráhy, ČD) is the largest railway company in the Czech Republic, connecting major cities, small towns, and even international destinations across Europe. Its extensive fleet of modern trains ranges from comfortable regional services with A/C and onboard WiFi to high-speed trains offering dining cars, power outlets, and premium seating for long-distance journeys. Czech Railways combines affordability and convenience, making it a popular choice for travelers exploring the Czech Republic and beyond.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average České dráhy Duration
13h 40m
Cheapest České dráhy Price
£19
České dráhy frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
You can transport briefcases, laptops, rucksacks, trolley bags and suitcases on board at no charge.
Additional luggage
Items of luggage must not be so big or heavy that they cannot be carried by a single person, with a generous maximum size of 90 x 60 x 40 cm and a maximum weight of 50kg.
Luggage storage
Luggage can be stored above or below the seat, on the passenger's lap, or in special luggage racks in certain carriages.
Cancellation Policy
Tickets purchased online can be returned free of charge up to 15 minutes before the train's departure.
Refund
If a train is completely canceled, booking fees are refundable, and compensation may be due directly from the rail operator.
Pregnant on board
Being pregnant on board is allowed.
Unaccompagned minor
Automatic compensation for online ČD domestic tickets applies if the system registers a delay of more than 60 minutes at the destination and the ticket was checked by the conductor.
Amenities on board the train
Food sold onboard
A hearty breakfast is included in the ticket price for sleeper carriage services.
Seat reservation
Seat reservations are included with tickets and adjacent seats are booked wherever possible.
Accessibility
Czech Railways is continuously expanding its fleet of wheelchair-accessible carriages and offers assistance for passengers with limited mobility.
Bikes
Bicycles can be transported, with folding bikes or scooters allowed as hand luggage, while larger bicycles may incur a charge.
Pets
Small pets are allowed on board, but cannot be transported in 1st class, restaurant, or bistro cars.
Cabin reservation
Sleeper and couchette cabins are available for overnight travel.
Entertaiment on board
Family area
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- Must visit
Galleria dell'Accademia
Museum housing Michelangelo’s David alongside unfinished sculptures and Florentine paintings in a compact, focused setting.
- Must visit
Palazzo Pitti
Vast former Medici residence with lavish rooms, court art and a panoramic garden-facing setting across the Arno.
- Must visit
Piazza della Signoria
Grand civic square surrounded by historic buildings and open-air sculpture, ideal for architecture, people-watching and evening walks.
- Must visit
Piazza del Duomo
Lively square beside the cathedral, central for orienting yourself and admiring the baptistery, facade details and constant street life.
- Must visit
Piazzale Michelangelo
Classic terrace viewpoint with sweeping views over Florence, especially rewarding at sunset and easy to combine with uphill walks.
- Vegetarian
- Vegan
Pappa al pomodoro
Thick Tuscan bread soup with tomatoes, olive oil and basil. A frugal Florentine classic that celebrates stale unsalted bread and summer produce.
- Vegetarian
- Vegan
Ribollita
Hearty soup of black kale, cannellini beans, vegetables and stale Tuscan bread. A traditional peasant dish closely linked with Florence and Tuscany.
- Gluten-free
Bistecca alla Fiorentina
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.
I' Due Fratellini
Long-standing sandwich shop near the market, popular for schiacciata filled with Tuscan salumi and cheeses. Informal and very Florentine.
Trattoria Sostanza
Lively traditional trattoria known for hearty Tuscan dishes such as ribollita and Florentine steak in a classic, bustling setting.
Nerbone
Historic market stall famed for lampredotto sandwiches. Casual, quick and deeply traditional, ideal for trying authentic Florentine street food.
Euro (€)
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.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- €8-12 for fast food or street food.
- Mid-range
- €20-35 per person for a meal.
- Fine dining
- €60+ per person for upscale restaurants.
- Coffee
- €1.50-3.50 for coffee or cappuccino.
Tipping culture
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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Prices
- Single ticket
- € 1.70
- Day pass
- .
To the city centre
Firenze Santa Maria Novella -> Piazza del Duomo, Florence
- Distance
- 1.1 km
- Travel time
- 15 min
- Contactless payment is available on board Autolinee Toscane buses and trams via Tip Tap. Validate paper or digital tickets before travel.
- The Florence urban ticket is valid for 90 min and also covers the tram and certain regional train journeys within the Florence urban area.
FAQs: Prague to Florence train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Prague 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.
The cost of a train ticket from Prague to Florence can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £19, while the average price tends to be around £49.
The train journey from Prague to Florence covers a distance of 743 km and takes approximately 13h 40m. Trains run 3 per day.
The train distance from Prague to Florence is 743 km.
The first train from Prague to Florence leaves at 0:40.
The last train from Prague to Florence departs at 21:48.
Trains from Prague to Florence run approximately 3 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Prague to Florence.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Prague to Florence.
There is no night train service from Prague to Florence.
The train station in Prague that goes to Florence is Prague hlavní nádraží, and it arrives at Florence Campo di Marte.
Booking trains from Prague to Florence in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Prague to Florence offers scenic views, particularly as it passes through the picturesque landscapes of the Czech countryside, the rolling hills and charming towns of Austria, and the stunning vistas of the Italian Apennines.
Yes, you can take the train from Prague to Florence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Prague and Florence
Most Prague to Florence trains use the Praha hlavní nádraží to Firenze Campo di Marte station pair. Use this guide to compare Prague and Florence train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Prague
Arrival train stations in Florence
Which Prague station do trains to Florence leave from?
Trains from Prague to Florence leave from Praha hlavní nádraží. The station is 1 km from Prague city centre at Wilsonova 300/8, 120 00 Praha 2, Czechia.
Praha hlavní nádražíWilsonova 300/8, 120 00 Praha 2, Czechia+420 221 111 122
City-centre transport
Getting to Praha hlavní nádraží from Prague city centre
Praha hlavní nádraží is 1 km from Prague city centre. Public transport options include:
TrainRj, 600, 602, 604, 606, 608, 610, 612, 614, 616, 618, 670, 674, 676, 678, 680, 682, 684, 686, 688, 690, 692, 694, 696, 698, 2474, Re · 8m · £0.89 · every ~3 min
Nj · 8m · £12
Bus478 · 5m
Tram17, 93 · 10m · £2 · every ~23 min
17, 93 · 12m · £2 · every ~23 min
SubwayC · 5m · £2 · every ~29 min
Praha hlavní nádraží train station facilities and services
Praha hlavní nádraží has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Fantova Kavárna, Sushi Time
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Praha hlavní nádraží. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Praha hlavní nádraží. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Praha hlavní nádraží: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Praha hlavní nádraží: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Praha hlavní nádraží: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Esplanade Prague, Falkensteiner Hotel Maria Prag, Hotel City Central.
Praha-HolesovicePartyzánská 26, Holesovice, Prague 7, Czechia+420 296 191 817
City-centre transport
Getting to Praha-Holesovice from Prague city centre
Praha-Holesovice is 2 km from Prague city centre. Public transport options include:
TrainRj, 600, 602, 604, 606, 608, 610, 612, 614, 616, 618, 670, 674, 676, 678, 680, 682, 684, 686, 688, 690, 692, 694, 696, 698, 2474, Re · 8m · £0.89 · every ~3 min
Nj · 8m · £12
Bus478 · 5m
Tram17, 93 · 10m · £2 · every ~23 min
17, 93 · 12m · £2 · every ~23 min
SubwayC · 5m · £2 · every ~29 min
Praha-Holesovice train station facilities and services
Praha-Holesovice 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 and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Na Kovárně, Cross Club
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Praha-Holesovice. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Praha-Holesovice. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Praha-Holesovice: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Praha-Holesovice: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Praha-Holesovice: Ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Mama Shelter Prague, Plaza Alta Hotel, Hotel Belvedere.
Which Florence station do trains from Prague arrive at?
Trains from Prague to Florence arrive at Firenze Campo di Marte. Firenze Campo di Marte is 2 km from Florence city centre.
Firenze Campo di MarteVia Mannelli, 50131 Firenze FI, Italy+39 892021
City-centre transport
Getting to Firenze Campo di Marte from Florence city centre
Firenze Campo di Marte is 2 km from Florence city centre. Public transport options include:
TrainRe, 4073, 4075, 4077, 4079, 4081, 4083, 4085, 4087, 4089, 4091, 4099, 4101, 4103, 4105, 4107, 4109, 4111, 4113, 4119, 4121, 34075 · 5m · £0.89 · every ~6 min
Bus911, 900 · 8m · £0.89
17 · 9m · £0.89 · every ~14 min
17, 13 · 15m · £0.89 · every ~21 min
Firenze Campo di Marte train station facilities and services
Firenze Campo di Marte has practical services for this route, including Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food options include: Moka Café
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 07:15 - 20:45.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Firenze Campo di Marte: Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Firenze Campo di Marte: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Firenze Campo di Marte: The station is fully accessible, with step-free access throughout the station.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Florence Stadium B&B, Hotel Villa Liana, Hotel della Robbia.
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