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Want to spend some time in the capital of Tuscany and looking for more information on how to travel by train from Rome to Florence? You’ve come to the right place!
On average, the journey time from Rome to Florence is 1 hour and 17 minutes, but can take just 1 hour and 12 minutes on the fastest Frecciarossa services. There are around 109 trains running on this popular route every day. As there are direct services available, you don’t need to worry about changing along the way. If you’re traveling on this route, you’ll depart from either Roma Termini or Roma Tiburtina station and arrive at either Florence Santa Maria Novella or Florence Campo di Marte station.
Thanks to services provided by Trenitalia and Italo, you can hop on a train from Rome to Florence and start exploring the city in no time. Not sure where to start? Find inspiration in our guide to the top things to do in Florence, including the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore and Ponte Vecchio.
When traveling by train from Rome to Florence, you don’t need to worry about airport transfers, the train will take you directly from one city center to another. Want to travel in style? You can sample Italian cuisine when you travel in Italo’s Prima and Club Executive or Frecciarossa’s Executive Class.
Feeling eager to book? Book your cheap train tickets from Rome to Florence today in our Journey Planner at the top of the page. If you need more information about the train journey, keep reading for FAQs, trip reviews and a full train timetable.
First train | 12:15 am | |
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Last train | 11:31 pm | |
Departure station | Rome | |
Arrival station | Florence | |
Journey time | From 1h 19m | |
Distance | 144 miles (232 km) | |
Frequency | 70 trains per day | |
Changes | Direct trains available | |
Price | From $16.32 | |
Train and bus operators | Marino, Itabus, Trenitalia, Italo, Autoservizi Salemi, Flixbus |
Frecciarossa trains are Trenitalia's flagship high-speed trains capable of reaching speeds of up to 186 mph (300 km/h). The "red arrow" trains are distinguished by their comfort, their ultra-modern design and their reduced impact on the environment. All Frecciarossa trains are equipped with a food carriage, a free WiFi connection and four levels of service – Standard, Premium (with drinks and welcome snacks served on arrival, as well as a morning newspaper), Business (with drinks and snacks, morning newspaper and larger seats) and Executive (with Fast Track, access to FrecciaClub lounges in train selected stations, and gourmet meals served to your seat). From December 2021, you can also travel with Frecciarossa from Milan to Paris via Turin, Modane and Chambéry. The trains are operated by Trenitalia France and have 4 levels of service - Standard, Business, Executive and Meeting Room - and two types of carriages: Silence Area, for those who want to travel in total tranquillity, and Allegro Area, for those who want to chat with their fellow passengers.
Italo is a high-speed train operator that runs services between many of the major cities across Italy. All Italo trains are modern, air conditioned, and have free WiFi available for all travellers. There are four comfort classes, or "ambiances", as Italo like to call them – Smart (the cheapest price), Comfort (with wider seats and extra legroom), Prima (with a welcome selection of food and drink, fast track boarding and extra space), and Executive Club (with all Prima services, extra-wide seats, access to Italo Club lounges and personal entertainment screens at your seat).
Trenitalia is the national railway company of Italy, with a fleet including high-speed trains (Frecciarossa, Frecciargento and Frecciabianca), Intercity and Intercity night trains and regional trains. Trenitalia offers discounts and special promotions on selected routes, two types of discounted tickets for young people under 30 and people over 60.
Frecciargento "silver arrow" high-speed trains connect the main cities of the north-west, central and southern Italy at speeds of up to 155 mph (250 km/h). All Frecciargento trains are equipped with a food carriage, free WiFi, reclining seats and power sockets. There are two levels of service – First Class and Second Class. First Class travellers can enjoy reclining leather seats, welcome service with drink and a sweet or savoury snack, and a free morning newspaper.
With Frecciarossa Standard, you’ll enjoy high-quality services including eco-leather reclining seats, folding tables and free WiFi at a reasonable price.
Providing all the perks of First Class for the price of Second Class, Frecciarossa Premium offers more legroom and baggage space, as well as a welcome service supplying a complimentary sweet or salty snack and a drink. You can also order your meal via the EasyBistrò paid service available on board.
If you’re travelling for work, Frecciarossa Business is the ideal option for you – it offers more legroom, glass dividers for more privacy, EasyBistrò meal service and a private 4-seat compartment called Salottino. A free snack box is also served to your seat.
Frecciarossa Executive can accommodate up to 10 single armchairs and offers plenty of legroom, wider reclining leather seats, free entry to FRECCIALounge at the main train stations, an exclusive open bar and Michelin-starred menu by the renowned Italian TV chef Carlo Cracco.
Although Smart is Italo’s standard and cheapest class, you won’t miss out on the fantastic service! This class provides you with the following amenities:
In addition to all the perks of Italo Smart, Italo Prima also provides a little extra, such as a dedicated Fast Track service and a welcome service.
If you want to travel in style, upgrade to Italo Club Executive and enjoy dedicated catering service, personal screens, and free access to Italo Club Lounge.
Frecciargento's Standard Class comes with plenty of amenities, including reclining seats, power sockets, a Bistrò bar, free WiFi and an entertainment portal.
In addition to all the perks available in Second Class, Frecciargento's First Class also offers a welcome service including a complimentary sweet or savory snack and a a bottle of water of 0.25L.
Travel in Second Class Easy and enjoy seats with folding tables, power outlets and a bar carriage in the middle of the train.
In addition to all the amenities in Second Class Easy, you'll get to enjoy more spacious seats and legroom in First Class Plus.
If you need to request special assistance, you can call the toll-free number 800 90 60 60, which can be reached from a landline in Italy, or the national number +3902323232, which can be reached from a landline or mobile, even from abroad (international calling charges may apply).
Air-conditioning is available on board. You can also charge your devices thanks to the power outlets you can find at your seat.
While there’s no bar or restaurant car on Italo trains, you can use the vending machines on board to get snacks and drinks during your journey.
Priority seats for passengers with reduced mobility are available on Italo trains. They’re usually located next to an accessible toilet. All accessible toilets also have tactile and Braille signs.
Air-conditioning is available on all Italo trains, as well as power outlets at every seat.
If you need to request special assistance, you can call the toll-free number 800 90 60 60, which can be reached from a landline in Italy, or the national number +3902323232, which can be reached from a landline or mobile, even from abroad (international calling charges may apply).
Air-conditioning is available on board. You can also charge your devices thanks to the power outlets you can find at your seat.
You can get snacks and drinks from the vending machines available in car 3. Gluten-free and lactose-free options are available too.
At the moment, Intercity trains do not offer an entertainment portal on board. However, you can make use of your internet data, as well as charge your devices thanks to the power outlets that are available at your seat.
If you need to request special assistance, you can call the toll-free number 800 90 60 60 which can be reached from a landline in Italy, or the national number +3902323232, which can be reached from a landline or mobile, even from abroad (international calling charges may apply).
Air-conditioning is available on all Intercity trains.
Most of the train companies across Europe release their tickets around three to six months in advance, many of which can be cheaper the earlier you book. If you know the dates you want to travel, you may be able to find some cheaper train tickets from Rome to Florence by booking early.§
Many of the train services in Europe are also popular commuter services, lots of train companies increase ticket prices during “peak hours” (generally between 06:00 – 10:00 and 15:00 – 19:00 on weekdays). If you can, consider travelling outside of peak hours to find lower priced tickets.
On some of the busier routes, you might also have the option to take a slower or connecting train. It may take a little longer than some high-speed or direct services, but if you have a little extra time on your hands, you might find a cheaper fare. Plus, you'll have more time to enjoy the view of the countryside!
Take a look at our handy guides to find out when train operators release their special deals and offers to see if you can find cheap European train tickets for your journey.
For specific information about how to get your hands on cheap tickets, check out our European train tickets hub.
If you’re visiting Rome from abroad, chances are you’ll be arriving at one of Rome’s airports. Want to know how to get to the city center from the airport? Keep reading for more details.
Rome has two major airports:
Each airport is well-connected to central Rome thanks to the city’s extensive rail and bus network. Trains are usually the quickest way to get from the airport to the city center.
Conveniently located in the center of the Italian capital, Roma Termini station can be easily reached by train, metro, tram, and bus services:
Roma Tiburtina is the second largest railway station in Rome after Roma Termini. Located in the north-eastern part of the city, this station is served by:
Looking for luxury? Why not travel First Class on one of Trenitalia’s Frecce trains?
On Frecciarossa trains, choose Business or Executive when booking to benefit from Trenitalia’s First Class offer. For starters, you’ll be greeted on board with a welcome service and a welcome drink. First Class also means more spacious cars, solo seats and an at-seat meal service. Plus, you’ll be able to access the FrecciaLounge at Italy’s main train stations, such as Roma Termini and Milano Centrale.
On Frecciabianca and Frecciargento trains, go First Class and you’ll get a welcome service when you get on the train, including a welcome drink. Then, once you’re on board, you can enjoy real leather seats and more legroom.
Waiting for your train has never been so relaxing! Both Frecciarossa and Italo welcome you in dedicated First Class Lounges with everything you need to sit back and relax before you travel.
Italo Club Lounges are for Club Executive passengers, as well Italo Più Privilege and Platinum holders and Italo Più Corporate Privilege and Corporate Platinum holders. You’ll find the following amenities at the Lounge in Roma Termini station:
This service is for Prima or Club Executive ticket holders, as well as Italo Più Premium, Privilege, Platinum, and Italo Più Corporate holders. You can make use of the free Fast Track service at Roma Termini’s platform 12.
You can get free access to the FRECCIALounge at Roma Termini station if you have:
At FRECCIALounge, you’ll get to enjoy a Working Area with power outlets and free WiFi, as well as a Bistrot Area offering a wide range of snacks and drinks.
If you have one of Trenitalia’s loyalty cards such as CartaFRECCIA Platino, CartaFRECCIA Oro or CartaFRECCIA Argento or you have a ticket to travel in Frecciarossa Executive or Business Class on Frecciarossa 1000, you can use Frecciarossa’s Fast Track service opposite platforms 9 and 10 at Roma Termini station to board your train.
Your train from Rome will arrive right in the heart of Florence at Firenze Santa Maria Novella station (also abbreviated as Firenze SMN). This is the perfect place to start exploring the city – from here, it only takes a few minutes to walk to the main attractions, including Santa Maria Novella church, Santa Maria del Fiore Cathedral, Battistero di San Giovanni and Palazzo Vecchio. You can also find several restaurants, shops, and hotels located on the streets immediately surrounding the station.
Although Florence is a small city and can be visited on foot, you can still make use of the public transport available, which includes an extensive tram and bus network.
There are over 100 bus lines in Florence, including a night service, making it all very well-connected. Night buses run from 10:00 pm to 02:00 am and can take you to the various city neighborhoods.
When it comes to getting around the city, the main bus lines are C1, C2, C3 and C4, which are all electric. If you need to go further afield, look out for lines 12 and 13 – they go up the hill south of river Arno and take you to Piazzale Michelangelo and the Church of San Miniato al Monte.
If you need to get to Florence Airport, you can travel with Volainbus – this service connects the station with Florence Airport in just 20 minutes, with departures every 30 minutes from 05:30 am to 08:30 pm and every 60 minutes from 08:30 am to 12:30 am. Buses leave from Via Santa Caterina da Siena, just outside the station on the right.
There are 3 tram lines in Florence, which run from 05:30 am to midnight. Services are more frequent during the day – they run every 3 to 4 minutes – than at night – they run every 12 minutes.
As none of the lines run through the city’s historic center, the tram is the least used transport by tourists.
Though it may be one of the smaller Italian cities, Florence is a destination not to be missed. Whether you’re planning a solo trip, a romantic city break or family holiday, here are some ideas for things to see and do in this beautiful city:
After visiting Florence, why not continue exploring Europe by train? With a Eurail Pass, you can travel across 33 European countries as much as you want on participating European train networks for a set amount of travel days.
You can use a Eurail Pass if you’re not a European citizen or resident. If you're a European citizen or a non-European who is an official legal resident of a European country, you can use an Interrail Pass instead.