- Must visit
Galleria degli Uffizi
Major art museum displaying Botticelli, Leonardo and Michelangelo, essential for understanding Florentine Renaissance painting.
Cheapest price on 20 Sept
£18
Average ticket price on 20 Sept
£23
Fastest journey on 20 Sept
3 h 48 m
Average journey duration on 20 Sept
3 h 50 m
Trains on 20 Sept
2
Distance
200 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from San Teodoro (Genova) to Florence is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from San Teodoro (Genova) to Florence will cost around £23 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £18.
On Sun 20 Sept, we found 2 trains from San Teodoro (Genova) to Florence, including 2 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 200 km distance in an average of 3 h 50 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 48 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 52 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 coach as it is the most popular option from San Teodoro (Genova) to Florence among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £11 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 37m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £11, while a flight costs an average of £112.
Distance: 200 km
| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£17 Average Price | £11 Average Price Cheapest | £112 Average Price | £35 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 37m Average total duration Fastest 3h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 49m Average total duration 3h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 25m Average total duration 3h 25m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 2h 44m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from San Teodoro (Genova) to Florence:
A coach is £6 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from San Teodoro (Genova) to Florence costing on average £17.
A coach is £101 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from San Teodoro (Genova) to Florence costing on average £112.
Other travel options to Florence take longer:
Coach takes on average 3h 19m.
Flight takes on average 3h 25m.
Tickets start at around £17 compared to roughly £35 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £18. The journey takes 3h 7m versus 2h 44m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Direct services run with Frecciarossa.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for San Teodoro (Genova) to Florence trains for tomorrow, Sunday 20 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 3:50 San Teodoro (Genova) | 3h48 | 7:38 Florence | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 16:47 San Teodoro (Genova) | 3h52 | 20:39 Florence | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from San Teodoro (Genova) to Florence run on average 28 times per day, taking around 3h 7m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £17 but you can travel from only £11 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 200 km distance in 2h 36m.
Distance 200 km |
Average train duration 3h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price £17 |
Trains per day 28 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 2h 36m |
First train 0:02 |
Last train 23:53 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 14 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 San Teodoro (Genova) 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 San Teodoro (Genova) to Florence trains use the Genova Sestri Ponente Aereoporto to Firenze Santa Maria Novella station pair, with some services arriving at Firenze Campo di Marte. Use this guide to compare San Teodoro (Genova) and Florence train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Genova Sestri Ponente Aereoporto is 5 km from San Teodoro (Genova) city centre. Public transport options include:
Genova Sestri Ponente Aereoporto has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Trattoria da Mario, Osteria della Foce
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Genova Sestri Ponente Aereoporto. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Genova Sestri Ponente Aereoporto. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Genova Sestri Ponente Aereoporto: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Genova Sestri Ponente Aereoporto: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Genova Sestri Ponente Aereoporto: Restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Serafino, MarinaPlace Resort, Tower Genova Airport Hotel & Conference Center.
Genova Cornigliano is 3 km from San Teodoro (Genova) city centre. Public transport options include:
Genova Cornigliano has practical services for this route, including Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Genova Cornigliano.
ATMs are available at Genova Cornigliano.
Available at Genova Cornigliano: Taxis, WC.
Available at Genova Cornigliano: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Genova Cornigliano.
Genova Rivarolo is 2 km from San Teodoro (Genova) city centre. Public transport options include:
Genova Rivarolo has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Genova Rivarolo.
ATMs are available at Genova Rivarolo.
Available at Genova Rivarolo: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Genova Rivarolo: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Genova Rivarolo.
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 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.
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