Varese to Florence train with Frecciarossa

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Varese to Florence

Showing times and prices for 06 May

Cheapest price

£28

Average price

£51

Fastest journey

3 h 14 m

Average duration

3 h 14 m

Trains per day

45

Distance

298 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Varese to Florence is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Varese to Florence will cost around £51 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £28.

Fast trains

To travel from Varese to Florence you need to make at least one change.

  • RegionaleRegionale TRENORD 10044 · S12 TRENORD 25643+IntercityIntercity 597
    12:205h07
    Varese Nord
    17:27Florence Rifredi
    £281One-way
    2 changes
  • RegionaleRegionale TRENORD 10060 · S12 TRENORD 25659+IntercityIntercity 599
    16:205h02
    Varese Nord
    21:22Florence Santa Maria Novella
    £281One-way
    2 changes
  • RegionaleS5 TRENORD 24543 · S12 TRENORD 25643+IntercityIntercity 597
    12:125h15
    Varese station
    17:27Florence Rifredi
    £291One-way
    2 changes
  • RegionaleS5 TRENORD 24559 · S12 TRENORD 25659+IntercityIntercity 599
    16:125h10
    Varese station
    21:22Florence Santa Maria Novella
    £291One-way
    2 changes
  • RegionaleRegionale TRENORD 2503+IntercityIntercity 607 · Intercity 584
    8:068h09
    Varese station
    16:15Florence Rifredi
    £371One-way
    2 changes

Travel Information

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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Varese to Florence among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £17. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 26m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £17, and a flight costs an average of £129.

Distance: 298 km

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Live departures

Varese to Florence train times

The table below shows live departures for Varese to Florence trains for today, Tuesday 5 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
trenitaliareg14:36 Varese
8h14
22:50 Florence0 changesdirect
trenitalia14:42 Varese
8h08
22:50 Florence0 changesdirect
trenitaliaint15:20 Varese
5h02
20:22 Florence0 changesdirect
Wednesday 6 May
trenitaliaregRegionale TRENORD 10010 · Regionale TRENORD 80312+frecciarossaFRECCIAROSSA 95155:20 Varese Nord
3h44
9:04 Florence Santa Maria Novella2 changes
trenitaliaregRegionale TRENORD 2511 · Regionale Veloce 2011+frecciarossaFRECCIAROSSA 95155:36 Varese station
3h28
9:04 Florence Santa Maria Novella2 changes
trenitaliaregS5 TRENORD 24519 · Regionale Veloce 2013+frecciarossaFRECCIAROSSA 95196:12 Varese station
3h52
10:04 Florence Santa Maria Novella2 changes
trenitaliaregRegionale TRENORD 20 · Regionale TRENORD 80322+frecciarossaFRECCIAROSSA 93917:09 Varese Casbeno
3h41
10:50 Florence Santa Maria Novella2 changes
trenitaliaregRegionale TRENORD 2515+frecciarossaFRECCIAROSSA 93917:36 Varese station
3h14
10:50 Florence Santa Maria Novella1 change
trenitaliaregRegionale TRENORD 2515+frecciarossaFRECCIAROSSA 93917:36 Varese station
3h14
10:50 Florence Santa Maria Novella1 change
trenitaliaregRegionale TRENORD 2503+trenitaliaintIntercity 607 · Intercity 5848:06 Varese station
8h09
16:15 Florence Rifredi2 changes
trenitaliaregRegionale TRENORD 26 · Regionale TRENORD 80326+frecciarossaFRECCIAROSSA 93118:11 Varese Casbeno
3h39
11:50 Florence Santa Maria Novella2 changes
trenitaliaregRegionale TRENORD 2517+frecciarossaFRECCIAROSSA 93118:36 Varese station
3h14
11:50 Florence Santa Maria Novella1 change
trenitaliaregRegionale TRENORD 2517+frecciarossaFRECCIAROSSA 93118:36 Varese station
3h14
11:50 Florence Santa Maria Novella1 change
trenitaliaregS5 TRENORD 24529+frecciarossaFRECCIAROSSA 9805 · FRECCIAROSSA 94138:42 Varese station
3h57
12:39 Florence Santa Maria Novella2 changes
trenitaliaregRegionale TRENORD 30 · Regionale TRENORD 80332+frecciarossaFRECCIAROSSA 95879:11 Varese Casbeno
3h53
13:04 Florence Santa Maria Novella2 changes
trenitaliaregRegionale TRENORD 10032 · Regionale TRENORD 80332+frecciarossaFRECCIAROSSA 95879:20 Varese Nord
3h44
13:04 Florence Santa Maria Novella2 changes
trenitaliaregRegionale TRENORD 33111 · Regionale Veloce 2019+frecciarossaFRECCIAROSSA 95879:36 Varese station
3h28
13:04 Florence Santa Maria Novella2 changes
trenitaliaregRegionale TRENORD 36 · Regionale TRENORD 80336+frecciarossaFRECCIAROSSA 953510:11 Varese Casbeno
3h53
14:04 Florence Santa Maria Novella2 changes
trenitaliaregRegionale TRENORD 10036 · Regionale TRENORD 80336+frecciarossaFRECCIAROSSA 953510:20 Varese Nord
3h44
14:04 Florence Santa Maria Novella2 changes
trenitaliaregRegionale TRENORD 33113 · Regionale TRENORD 2421+frecciarossaFRECCIAROSSA 953510:36 Varese station
3h28
14:04 Florence Santa Maria Novella2 changes
trenitaliaregRegionale TRENORD 40 · Regionale TRENORD 80340+frecciarossaFRECCIAROSSA 953911:11 Varese Casbeno
3h53
15:04 Florence Santa Maria Novella2 changes
trenitaliaregRegionale TRENORD 10040 · Regionale TRENORD 80340+frecciarossaFRECCIAROSSA 953911:20 Varese Nord
3h44
15:04 Florence Santa Maria Novella2 changes
trenitaliaregRegionale TRENORD 33115 · Regionale Veloce 2023+frecciarossaFRECCIAROSSA 953911:36 Varese station
3h28
15:04 Florence Santa Maria Novella2 changes

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Varese to Florence

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Trains from Varese to Florence run on average 36 times per day, taking around 3h 26m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £17 but you can travel from only £10 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 00:12, the last at 23:12. The fastest train covers the 298 km distance in 1h 55m.

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
Coach from £10
Distance
298 km
Average train duration
3h 26m
Cheapest ticket price
£17
Trains per day
36
Fastest train
1h 55m
First train
0:12
Last train
23:12
Cheapest Month
Sept
Cheapest Day
Wed
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Wed
Least Busy Day
Fri
Best time to book
28 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
Coach from £10

Train companies: Frecciarossa, Italo, Intercity, Trenord from Varese to Florence trainsFrecciarossa, Italo, Intercity, Trenord trains will get you between Varese and Florence from £10. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Frecciarossa

About
Step on board a Frecciarossa train and relax as you travel across Italy. Trenitalia’s Frecciarossa high-speed trains make around 200 connections across the country each day and are renowned for their comfort, speed, and reduced environmental impact. Reaching speeds of up to 186 mph (300 km/h), they connect major destinations such as Rome, Florence, Milan, Venice, and Naples quickly and efficiently. When booking your Frecciarossa journey, you can choose between four classes: Standard, Premium, Business, and Executive. While each class offers different levels of comfort, all provide free Wi-Fi access, power outlets, air conditioning, bathrooms, luggage storage, onboard entertainment, and restaurant and bar services. Ticket options include Super Economy, Economy, and Base, making it easy to find the right balance of comfort and price for your trip.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 28m
Cheapest Price
£25
Luggage included
1 carry-on bag and 1 suitcase per passenger
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, dedicated luggage areas at carriage ends, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policy depends on ticket type
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled trains
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Restaurant car with full meals, bar service with snacks and beverages, at-seat service in Executive class
Seat reservation
Included in Executive class, optional fee for other classes
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require paid ticket and muzzle, service animals free
Quiet zone

Italo

About
Italo is Italy’s private high-speed train service operated by Nuovo Trasporto Viaggiatori (NTV), connecting major cities such as Rome, Milan, Naples, Florence, Turin, Bologna, and Salerno. Its fleet includes the Italo AGV 575, capable of speeds up to 186 mph (300 km/h), and the eco-friendly Italo EVO, which reaches up to 150 mph (250 km/h). Passengers can choose from four classes — Smart, Comfort, Prima, and Club Executive — all offering modern amenities such as free Wi-Fi, power outlets, reclining leather seats, footrests, bathrooms, snack machines, and Italo Live entertainment with movies, music, and games. Italo offers three fare types — Low Cost, Economy, and Flex — providing different levels of price and flexibility. Popular routes include Rome–Milan, Rome–Florence, and Milan–Turin, making Italo a fast, comfortable, and convenient way to travel around Italy.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 55m
Cheapest Price
£24
Luggage included
2 pieces of hand luggage (max 55x35x25cm) and 1 piece of luggage (max 75x53x30cm)
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas between seats
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation possible according to ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled trains
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Snack bar service available in most trains with drinks and light refreshments. Welcome service in Prima and Club Executive classes
Seat reservation
Included in Prima and Club Executive. Optional extra cost in Smart and Comfort
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and assistance available for passengers with reduced mobility
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Larger dogs require paid ticket and muzzle. Guide dogs travel free
Quiet zone

Intercity

About
Trenitalia Intercity is a high-speed train service operated by the Italian national railway company, Trenitalia. It operates throughout the country, with services running from early morning to late evening. The Intercity trains come in two types: the Intercity Plus, which is the fastest and most comfortable, and the Intercity, which is slightly slower but still offers a comfortable journey. Onboard facilities include air conditioning, power sockets, Wi-Fi, and a bar service. There are several ticket types available, including Standard, Super Economy, and Business. The most popular routes for Trenitalia Intercity are from Rome to Milan, Naples to Florence, and Turin to Venice.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
5h 2m
Cheapest Price
£17
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage up to 30kg total
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas at end of carriages
Cancellation Policy
According to ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund provided
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Restaurant car with hot meals and snacks, trolley service in some trains. But do not count on the presence of a buffet car. So if having access to food and drink on the train is important to you, it’s best to bring your own refreshments onboard.
Seat reservation
Seat reservation included in ticket price for most routes
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed free, larger dogs require paid ticket
Quiet zone

Trenord

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 14m
Cheapest Price
£54
Trenord frequency
8 a day

FAQs: Varese to Florence train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Varese 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.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Varese to Florence can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £17, while the average price tends to be around £32.
The train journey from Varese to Florence covers a distance of 298 km and takes approximately 1h 55m. Trains run 36 per day.
The train distance from Varese to Florence is 298 km.
The first train from Varese to Florence leaves at 0:12.
The last train from Varese to Florence departs at 23:12.
Trains from Varese to Florence run approximately 36 times per day.
Yes, there is a high-speed train service from Varese to Florence.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Varese to Florence.
To get from Varese to Florence, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Varese to Florence.
The train station in Varese that goes to Florence is Varese station, and it arrives at Florence Santa Maria Novella.
The cheapest way to get from Varese to Florence is by coach, costing approximately £10.
Booking trains from Varese 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 Varese to Florence offers scenic views, particularly as it travels through the rolling hills and picturesque countryside of Tuscany, providing a delightful visual experience.
A day trip from Varese to Florence is not feasible because the journey takes 1h 55m and the distance is 298 km. However, there are 32 trains available per day.
In Florence, you can climb to Piazzale Michelangelo for stunning panoramic views of the city, visit the Accademia Gallery to admire Michelangelo's David, and take a cooking class to master traditional Tuscan dishes. Enjoy a wine tasting tour in the Chianti region and explore the vibrant San Lorenzo Market for local goods. Key sights include the Florence Cathedral with its impressive dome, the Uffizi Gallery with artworks by Botticelli and Michelangelo, the historic Ponte Vecchio, the Palazzo Vecchio, and the elegant Boboli Gardens.
To fully experience Florence, spending at least three days is ideal to explore its rich history, art, and architecture, including visits to iconic sites such as the Uffizi Gallery, Florence Cathedral, and Ponte Vecchio.
Yes, you can take the train from Varese to Florence.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Varese and Florence

Varese
Florence
The major train station for departures in Varese is Varese. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Varese for your trip from Varese to Florence.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
Luggage CartsLuggage Carts
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
platformCount
Number of platforms
5
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free
Parking
Parking
  • The car park is open 7 days a week, 24 hours a day. Access is available from Piazzale Trento.
Dining
Dining
  • Ristorante Bologna
  • Trattoria Caprese
Taxis
Taxis
  • Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
WC
WC
  • €1
Hotel
Hotel
  • Palace Grand Hotel Varese
  • Hotel di Varese
  • UNAHOTELS Varese
Lost and Found Office
Lost and Found Office
  • Located in the main hall
Car Rental
Car Rental
  • Avis
  • Europcar
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
Luggage Carts
  • Free
Station Plan
  • Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-5 for regional and suburban trains
  • Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
Public transport options for Varese
  • Bus: Several lines available
  • Train: Regional and suburban lines
Varese CasbenoParkingDiningAccessibilityBike Rental
Amenities at train station
ParkingParking
DiningDining
AccessibilityAccessibility
Bike RentalBike Rental
information
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
Varese NordAccessibility
Amenities at train station
AccessibilityAccessibility
information

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