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Rome to Florence Bullet Train Tickets & Timetable

Rome to Florence trains run mainly on Italy's high-speed Direttissima line, with Frecciarossa services operated by Trenitalia and Italo services operated by Italo. Most high-speed trains depart from Roma Termini, with additional services from Roma Tiburtina, and arrive at Firenze Santa Maria Novella in the city center. The 232 km rail journey takes as little as 1 hour 27 minutes on the fastest high-speed trains, while slower Intercity or regional options can take about 3 hours 40 minutes to 4 hours with more stops. Key intermediate calls on selected services include Roma Tiburtina, Orte, Chiusi-Chianciano Terme, and Arezzo, depending on train type. One-way high-speed fares from Rome to Florence start from about €19.90 ($22 USD) for advance standard fares and can rise to around €75 ($82 USD) for flexible premium fares close to departure. Prices shown are starting from; final fares depend on class, time of booking, and availability. There are usually more than 60 direct departures per day; Rail Monsters accepts bookings 6 to 12 months ahead, so book earlier for Easter, Ferragosto in mid-August, Christmas, and peak summer dates.

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Seats

Rome

Florence

Each ticket has information about

Departure Time

Travel time

Arrival Time

Changes

Brand name / Train type

Ticket price

Morning trains

05:10

RomeRoma Termini

1h 36m

06:46

FlorenceFirenze Santa Maria Novella

Direct

High-speed

FrecciaRossa 9504

from

4106 USD

1h 36m, Direct

05:10

RomeRoma Termini

06:46

FlorenceFirenze Santa Maria Novella

from

4106 USD

Direct

High-speed

FrecciaRossa 9504

05:20

RomeRoma Tiburtina

Secondary station

1h 26m

06:46

FlorenceFirenze Santa Maria Novella

Direct

High-speed

FrecciaRossa 9504

from

4106 USD

1h 26m, Direct

05:20

RomeRoma Tiburtina

Secondary station

06:46

FlorenceFirenze Santa Maria Novella

from

4106 USD

Direct

High-speed

FrecciaRossa 9504

Day trains

12:10

RomeRoma Termini

1h 36m

13:46

FlorenceFirenze Santa Maria Novella

Direct

High-speed

FrecciaRossa 9532

from

4295 USD

1h 36m, Direct

12:10

RomeRoma Termini

13:46

FlorenceFirenze Santa Maria Novella

from

4295 USD

Direct

High-speed

FrecciaRossa 9532

12:20

RomeRoma Tiburtina

Secondary station

1h 26m

13:46

FlorenceFirenze Santa Maria Novella

Direct

High-speed

FrecciaRossa 9532

from

4295 USD

1h 26m, Direct

12:20

RomeRoma Tiburtina

Secondary station

13:46

FlorenceFirenze Santa Maria Novella

from

4295 USD

Direct

High-speed

FrecciaRossa 9532

Evening trains

18:00

RomeRoma Tiburtina

Secondary station

1h 27m

19:27

FlorenceFirenze Santa Maria Novella

Direct

High-speed

FrecciaRossa 8526

from

4106 USD

1h 27m, Direct

18:00

RomeRoma Tiburtina

Secondary station

19:27

FlorenceFirenze Santa Maria Novella

from

4106 USD

Direct

High-speed

FrecciaRossa 8526

18:10

RomeRoma Termini

1h 36m

19:46

FlorenceFirenze Santa Maria Novella

Direct

High-speed

FrecciaRossa 9556

from

4106 USD

1h 36m, Direct

18:10

RomeRoma Termini

19:46

FlorenceFirenze Santa Maria Novella

from

4106 USD

Direct

High-speed

FrecciaRossa 9556

First train

04:00

Last train

22:35

Travel duration

2h 0m

Daily departures

Departure station

Rome

Changes

direct

Arrival station

Florence

Ticket price

$13

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Rome to Florence Route Overview

The Rome to Florence rail route is one of Italy's core north-south links, using the Direttissima high-speed line built to shorten travel across Lazio, Umbria, and Tuscany. A distinctive part of this route is the approach through the Tuscan countryside south of Florence, where high-speed trains alternate between long tunnels, open valleys, and views of hill towns near Arezzo. High-speed tickets are train-specific and include a reserved seat, while regional trains on the slower line normally use open seating without assigned seats. Travelers comparing Frecciarossa and Italo should check the departure station carefully, since some trains use Roma Tiburtina rather than Roma Termini.

Travel time

2h 0m

Train type

FrecciaBianca

Frecciarossa

InterCityNotte

Regionale

Fastest trip

1h 19m

Longest trip

4h 54m

Rome

Rome is Italy's capital, with ancient sites such as the Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Pantheon spread across the historic center. The main departure point is Roma Termini, the city's largest rail station, with metro lines A and B, airport trains, and some high-speed services also using Roma Tiburtina.

Roma Ostiense

Station

Roma Termini

Station

2h 0m

Florence

Florence is the main city of Tuscany and a center of Renaissance art, with the Duomo, Uffizi Gallery, and Palazzo Vecchio within walking distance of the center. Firenze Santa Maria Novella is the main arrival station, located just northwest of the historic core and close to tram, bus, and taxi connections.

Firenze Campo di Marte

Station

Firenze Rifredi

Station

Firenze Castello

Station

Firenze Santa Maria Novella

Station

Available Ticket Classes

Frecciarossa trains between Rome and Florence usually offer Standard, Premium, Business, and Executive service levels, all with assigned seats. Standard is the basic high-speed class, Premium adds wider seats and small onboard extras, Business provides more space and quieter areas on selected trains, and Executive has very limited seating with at-seat service. Italo trains on the same route typically offer Smart, Prima, and Club Executive, with Smart as the entry class, Prima adding more space and service, and Club Executive providing the most private seating. Regional and Intercity trains, when selected, have simpler first and second class seating and take much longer than the high-speed options.

from

$3916

Standard Class / Super Economy Fare

from

$4572

Premium Class / Super Economy Fare

from

$5391

Business Class / Super Economy Fare

from

$6538

Standard Class / Economy Fare

from

$7029

Premium Class / Economy Fare

from

$8193

Standard Class / Base Fare

from

$8668

Business Class / Economy Fare

from

$9831

Premium Class / Base Fare

from

$11634

Business Class / Base Fare

from

$20138

Executive Class / Economy Fare

Practical Information for High-Speed Train Travelers

Rome to Florence high-speed trains have onboard luggage areas rather than airport-style check-in. Keep bags within sight where possible, especially at Roma Termini and Firenze Santa Maria Novella.

Luggage Allowance

Trenitalia high-speed trains do not set a routine checked-bag allowance for normal passenger luggage, but items must be manageable and placed safely onboard. On Italo, large luggage in Smart class is generally limited to 75 x 53 x 30 cm, while higher classes have more flexible onboard storage rules.

Storage Facilities

Frecciarossa and Italo trains have overhead racks for cabin bags, luggage stacks near carriage entrances, and space between some seat backs. Smaller bags should go overhead or under the seat, while large suitcases should be placed in end-of-car racks.

Special Items

Folded bicycles and scooters are accepted when packed and small enough to fit luggage spaces. Full-size bicycles, skis, and large musical instruments may require specific packing or a dedicated rail service policy, so check conditions before booking Rome to Florence tickets with special equipment.

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Rome to Florence Map

The Rome to Florence route follows Italy's high-speed north-south axis from Roma Termini or Roma Tiburtina to Firenze Santa Maria Novella. The 232 km corridor leaves Rome through Tiburtina, runs north past Orte and the Tiber Valley, then crosses parts of Umbria and southern Tuscany. Some slower trains use the classic line via Chiusi-Chianciano Terme and Arezzo, while high-speed services use long Direttissima sections before entering Florence from the south.

Rail vs Bus vs Plane

High-speed trains link Roma Termini or Roma Tiburtina with Firenze Santa Maria Novella in about 1 hour 27 minutes, putting both ends close to historic city centers. Buses between Rome and Florence usually take 3 hours 15 minutes to 4 hours 30 minutes and often use coach stations outside the main tourist areas. Flights are not a practical city-pair choice because Rome to Florence air service is limited and airport transfers plus security remove any time saving. Rail also produces lower emissions than flying or driving on this short intercity corridor.

Train

Changes

Travel time

Price from

Departures

Rating

Train

Frecciarossa

Changes

Direct

Travel time

1h 36m

Price from

$28

Departures

1728

Rating

Train

Regionale Veloce

Changes

Direct

Travel time

4h 2m

Price from

$29

Departures

175

Rating

Train

Intercity

Changes

Direct

Travel time

3h 26m

Price from

$13

Departures

108

Rating

Train

Frecciargento

Changes

Direct

Travel time

1h 24m

Price from

$28

Departures

Rating

Train

Regionale

Changes

Direct

Travel time

3h 53m

Price from

$29

Departures

Rating

Train

InterCityNotte

Changes

Direct

Travel time

3h 23m

Price from

$19

Departures

Rating

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

Travel time

Price range

Winner

Train

Apprx.

2h 0m

$13-$315

Bus

Apprx.

3h 45m

$8-$35

Flight

Apprx.

55m

$80-$250

Rome to Florence Bullet Train

Frecciarossa and Italo both operate direct high-speed trains from Rome to Florence. Frecciarossa trains reach up to 300 km/h (186 mph) on suitable high-speed sections and complete the fastest trips in about 1 hour 27 minutes with reserved seating in Standard, Premium, Business, and Executive. Italo also runs at up to 300 km/h (186 mph), with Smart, Prima, and Club Executive classes and similar fastest timings on non-stop or limited-stop services. Intercity and regional trains use more of the classic line, stop at towns such as Orte, Chiusi, or Arezzo, and usually take more than 3 hours. Operators: Trenitalia and Italo.

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Frecciarossa

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InterCityNotte

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Regionale

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FAQ about the Rome - Florence Route

How much is the train from Rome to Florence?

One-way Rome to Florence high-speed train fares start from about €19.90 ($22 USD) for advance standard tickets and can rise to around €75 ($82 USD) for flexible premium fares. Prices shown are starting from; final fares depend on class, time of booking, and availability.

How long is the train from Rome to Florence?

The fastest Frecciarossa and Italo trains take about 1 hour 27 minutes from Rome to Florence. Slower Intercity or regional trains on the classic route can take about 3 hours 40 minutes to 4 hours, depending on stops and transfers.

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

Frecciarossa and Italo trains can reach 300 km/h (186 mph) on Italy's high-speed network. Average speed is lower over the full 232 km route because of station approaches, tunnels, speed limits near Rome and Florence, and any intermediate stops.

How to book Rome to Florence train tickets?

Book Rome to Florence train tickets on Rail Monsters by entering your travel date, comparing Frecciarossa and Italo departures, selecting a class, and paying online. Tickets are issued by email, and Rail Monsters mobile apps for iOS and Android let you manage bookings. Rail Monsters accepts bookings 6 to 12 months ahead.

Does Eurail cover Rome to Florence trains?

Eurail and Interrail passes are valid on Trenitalia trains between Rome and Florence, but Frecciarossa high-speed services require a paid seat reservation supplement. These passes are not valid on Italo trains. Rail Monsters sells individual tickets for both Trenitalia and Italo services on this route.

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