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Florence to Milan Bullet Train Tickets & Timetable

Florence to Milan trains run mainly from Firenze Santa Maria Novella to Milano Centrale, with some services also using Firenze Campo di Marte or Milano Rogoredo. The high-speed route follows the Florence-Bologna and Bologna-Milan high-speed lines, with Bologna Centrale the main intermediate stop and some trains also calling at Reggio Emilia AV Mediopadana. Frecciarossa and Italo high-speed trains cover the roughly 300 km route in about 1 hour 55 minutes on the fastest departures, while slower Intercity or regional combinations can take around 3 hours 40 minutes to 5 hours. Around 55 to 70 direct trains run on a typical weekday, with departures spread from early morning until evening. One-way fares start from about €19.90 ($22 USD) for advance low-fare tickets and can rise to around €95 ($103 USD) for flexible high-speed fares close to departure. Prices shown are starting from; final fares depend on class, time of booking, and availability. Rail Monsters accepts bookings 6 to 12 months ahead; book earlier for Ferragosto, Christmas, Easter, and busy trade-fair dates in Milan.

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Florence

Milan

Each ticket has information about

Departure Time

Travel time

Arrival Time

Changes

Brand name / Train type

Ticket price

Morning trains

06:55

FlorenceFirenze Santa Maria Novella

1h 55m

08:50

MilanMilano Centrale

Direct

High-speed

FrecciaRossa 9504

from

9170 USD

1h 55m, Direct

06:55

FlorenceFirenze Santa Maria Novella

08:50

MilanMilano Centrale

from

9170 USD

Direct

High-speed

FrecciaRossa 9504

07:10

FlorenceFirenze Santa Maria Novella

2h 2m

09:12

MilanMilano Porta Garibaldi

Secondary station

Direct

High-speed

FrecciaRossa 9300

from

8498 USD

2h 2m, Direct

07:10

FlorenceFirenze Santa Maria Novella

09:12

MilanMilano Porta Garibaldi

Secondary station

from

8498 USD

Direct

High-speed

FrecciaRossa 9300

Day trains

12:10

FlorenceFirenze Santa Maria Novella

1h 44m

13:54

MilanMilano Rogoredo

Secondary station

Direct

High-speed

FrecciaRossa 9310

from

4585 USD

1h 44m, Direct

12:10

FlorenceFirenze Santa Maria Novella

13:54

MilanMilano Rogoredo

Secondary station

from

4585 USD

Direct

High-speed

FrecciaRossa 9310

12:10

FlorenceFirenze Santa Maria Novella

2h 2m

14:12

MilanMilano Porta Garibaldi

Secondary station

Direct

High-speed

FrecciaRossa 9310

from

4585 USD

2h 2m, Direct

12:10

FlorenceFirenze Santa Maria Novella

14:12

MilanMilano Porta Garibaldi

Secondary station

from

4585 USD

Direct

High-speed

FrecciaRossa 9310

Evening trains

18:55

FlorenceFirenze Santa Maria Novella

1h 55m

20:50

MilanMilano Centrale

Direct

High-speed

FrecciaRossa 9552

from

4585 USD

1h 55m, Direct

18:55

FlorenceFirenze Santa Maria Novella

20:50

MilanMilano Centrale

from

4585 USD

Direct

High-speed

FrecciaRossa 9552

19:41

FlorenceFirenze Rifredi

Secondary station

3h 36m

23:17

MilanMilano Centrale

Direct

Intercity 596

from

2112 USD

3h 36m, Direct

19:41

FlorenceFirenze Rifredi

Secondary station

23:17

MilanMilano Centrale

from

2112 USD

Direct

Intercity 596

First train

06:55

Last train

21:55

Travel duration

2h 5m

Daily departures

Departure station

Florence

Changes

direct

Arrival station

Milan

Ticket price

$13

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Florence to Milan Route Overview

The Florence to Milan rail route links two major Italian art, fashion, and business centers without using an airport transfer at either end. Much of the trip runs in tunnels through the Apennines between Florence and Bologna before joining the high-speed line across the Po Valley toward Milan. A distinctive feature is the choice between two competing high-speed operators, Trenitalia's Frecciarossa and Italo, both offering reserved seats on the same corridor. High-speed tickets are train-specific with assigned seats, while regional combinations are slower and use different ticket rules.

Travel time

2h 5m

Train type

EuroCity

Frecciarossa

Fastest trip

1h 43m

Longest trip

4h 37m

Florence

Florence is the capital of Tuscany and the city of the Uffizi, Santa Maria del Fiore, and the Ponte Vecchio. Firenze Santa Maria Novella is the main departure station, located on the northwest edge of the historic center and within walking distance of the Duomo area.

Firenze Campo di Marte

Station

Firenze Rifredi

Station

Firenze Castello

Station

Firenze Santa Maria Novella

Station

2h 5m

Milan

Milan is Italy's financial and design capital, with the Duomo, La Scala, Brera, and Porta Nuova among its central districts. Milano Centrale is the main arrival station for high-speed trains, with metro lines M2 and M3 and rail links across the city and Lombardy.

Milano Lambrate

Station

Milano Centrale

Station

Milano Porta Garibaldi

Station

Milano Rogoredo

Station

Available Ticket Classes

Frecciarossa trains on the Florence to Milan route usually offer Standard, Premium, Business, and Executive service levels, with fare types such as Super Economy, Economy, and Base controlling change and refund rules. Standard is the lowest high-speed class, Premium adds wider seats and a welcome service, Business has 2+1 seating, and Executive has the smallest cabin with meal service on many departures. Italo trains usually offer Smart, Prima, and Club Executive, with Smart as the entry class, Prima adding wider seats and extra service, and Club Executive offering the highest onboard category. Intercity and regional alternatives, when available, use simpler first and second class ticketing and take longer.

from

$4735

Standard Class / Super Economy Fare

from

$5063

Premium Class / Super Economy Fare

from

$5882

Business Class / Super Economy Fare

from

$7193

Standard Class / Economy Fare

from

$8013

Premium Class / Economy Fare

from

$9159

Business Class / Economy Fare

from

$9176

Standard Class / Base Fare

from

$10978

Premium Class / Base Fare

from

$12617

Business Class / Base Fare

from

$23743

Executive Class / Economy Fare

Practical Information for High-Speed Train Travelers

Florence to Milan high-speed trains have onboard storage rather than checked baggage. Keep luggage within the operator's rules and avoid blocking aisles, doors, or reserved seating areas.

Luggage Allowance

Frecciarossa does not apply a standard checked-bag weight limit for normal passenger luggage, but items must be manageable by the traveler and placed safely onboard. Italo allows free luggage, with large bags over 75 x 53 x 30 cm restricted in some Smart areas, so check the selected train conditions before travel.

Storage Facilities

Frecciarossa and Italo trainsets have overhead racks for cabin bags and luggage spaces at the ends of many cars for larger suitcases. Keep valuables with you, and use luggage spaces near your seat when possible on the Florence to Milan run.

Special Items

Folded bicycles, skis, and musical instruments may travel if packed and stored without obstructing other passengers. Fully assembled bicycles are not accepted on most high-speed services unless the operator offers a specific bicycle space on that train.

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Florence to Milan Map

The Florence to Milan route runs north from Firenze Santa Maria Novella through the high-speed Apennine section to Bologna Centrale, then across Emilia-Romagna and the Po Valley toward Milano Centrale. Some trains call at Reggio Emilia AV Mediopadana or Milano Rogoredo. The line includes long tunnels north of Florence, a major rail junction at Bologna, and flat agricultural and industrial areas before entering Milan.

Rail vs Bus vs Plane

Train

Changes

Travel time

Price from

Departures

Rating

Train

Frecciarossa

Changes

Direct

Travel time

1h 55m

Price from

$33

Departures

825

Rating

Train

Intercity

Changes

Direct

Travel time

3h 48m

Price from

$13

Departures

Rating

Train

EuroCity

Changes

Direct

Travel time

3h 55m

Price from

$26

Departures

Rating

High-speed trains run from central Florence to central Milan in just under 2 hours on the fastest services, with no airport transfer or security queue. Long-distance buses between Florence and Milan usually take 4 to 5 hours and often use bus terminals outside the main historic core. Flights are limited by the short distance, and the time needed for travel to Florence or Pisa airports, check-in, security, and transfer from Milan airports can exceed the rail time. Electric high-speed rail also produces lower emissions per passenger than flying on this corridor.

Plus, it’s a greener choice, reducing your carbon footprint

Travel time

Price range

Travel time

Price range

Travel time

Price range

Winner

Train

Apprx.

2h 5m

$13-$249

Bus

Apprx.

4h 30m

$10-$45

Flight

Apprx.

1h 0m

$70-$220

Florence to Milan Bullet Train

Frecciarossa and Italo are the main high-speed options between Florence and Milan. Frecciarossa services can reach 300 km/h (186 mph) on the Bologna-Milan high-speed section and complete the trip in about 1 hour 55 minutes on the fastest departures. Italo trains use the same high-speed corridor and also reach up to 300 km/h (186 mph), with similar fastest journey times and a different onboard class structure. Intercity or regional combinations cost less on some dates but make more stops and can take more than 3 hours 40 minutes. Operators: Trenitalia and Italo.

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FAQ about the Florence - Milan Route

How long is the train from Florence to Milan?

The fastest Frecciarossa and Italo trains take about 1 hour 55 minutes between Firenze Santa Maria Novella and Milano Centrale. Slower Intercity or regional combinations can take around 3 hours 40 minutes to 5 hours, depending on transfers and stopping pattern.

How much is the train from Florence to Milan?

Florence to Milan high-speed train fares start from about €19.90 ($22 USD) for advance low-fare tickets and can rise to around €95 ($103 USD) for flexible fares or higher classes. Prices shown are starting from; final fares depend on class, time of booking, and availability.

How do I book Florence to Milan train tickets?

Book Florence to Milan train tickets on Rail Monsters by entering your travel date, comparing Frecciarossa and Italo departures, and choosing the fare and class. Rail Monsters accepts bookings 6 to 12 months ahead and offers mobile apps for iOS and Android for managing tickets.

Does Eurail cover Florence to Milan trains?

Eurail and Interrail passes are valid on Trenitalia Frecciarossa services between Florence and Milan, but a seat reservation supplement is required. Passes are not valid on Italo services. Rail Monsters sells individual tickets for both Frecciarossa and Italo on this route.

How fast is the Florence to Milan high-speed train?

Frecciarossa and Italo trains can reach 300 km/h (186 mph) on high-speed sections north of Bologna. Average speed is lower because trains slow for Florence, Bologna, Milan, and any intermediate station calls.

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