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Venice to Florence Bullet Train Tickets & Timetable

Venice to Florence trains depart mainly from Venezia Santa Lucia and arrive at Firenze Santa Maria Novella in the center of Florence. Direct high-speed services are operated by Trenitalia Frecciarossa and Italo, usually running via Padova, Bologna Centrale, and the Bologna-Florence high-speed line through the Apennines. The rail distance is about 258 km, with the fastest direct Frecciarossa taking around 2 hours 3 minutes and slower direct high-speed trains taking about 2 hours 15 minutes; regional connections with changes can take around 3 hours 45 minutes or more. Around 20 to 25 direct high-speed departures usually run each day in one direction, with extra indirect choices through Bologna. One-way high-speed fares start from about €19.90 ($22 USD) for limited advance tickets and can rise to around €70 ($76 USD) for flexible or higher-class fares. 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 in mid-August, Christmas, and Easter travel dates.

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Seats

Venice

Florence

Each ticket has information about

Departure Time

Travel time

Arrival Time

Changes

Brand name / Train type

Ticket price

Morning trains

05:26

VeniceVenezia Santa Lucia

2h 13m

07:39

FlorenceFirenze Santa Maria Novella

Direct

High-speed

FrecciaRossa 9401

from

4866 USD

2h 13m, Direct

05:26

VeniceVenezia Santa Lucia

07:39

FlorenceFirenze Santa Maria Novella

from

4866 USD

Direct

High-speed

FrecciaRossa 9401

06:26

VeniceVenezia Santa Lucia

2h 13m

08:39

FlorenceFirenze Santa Maria Novella

Direct

High-speed

FrecciaRossa 9403

from

6319 USD

2h 13m, Direct

06:26

VeniceVenezia Santa Lucia

08:39

FlorenceFirenze Santa Maria Novella

from

6319 USD

Direct

High-speed

FrecciaRossa 9403

Day trains

12:26

VeniceVenezia Santa Lucia

2h 13m

14:39

FlorenceFirenze Santa Maria Novella

Direct

High-speed

FrecciaRossa 8419

from

8180 USD

2h 13m, Direct

12:26

VeniceVenezia Santa Lucia

14:39

FlorenceFirenze Santa Maria Novella

from

8180 USD

Direct

High-speed

FrecciaRossa 8419

13:26

VeniceVenezia Santa Lucia

2h 13m

15:39

FlorenceFirenze Santa Maria Novella

Direct

High-speed

FrecciaRossa 9421

from

4866 USD

2h 13m, Direct

13:26

VeniceVenezia Santa Lucia

15:39

FlorenceFirenze Santa Maria Novella

from

4866 USD

Direct

High-speed

FrecciaRossa 9421

Evening trains

18:26

VeniceVenezia Santa Lucia

2h 13m

20:39

FlorenceFirenze Santa Maria Novella

Direct

High-speed

FrecciaRossa 9435

from

4764 USD

2h 13m, Direct

18:26

VeniceVenezia Santa Lucia

20:39

FlorenceFirenze Santa Maria Novella

from

4764 USD

Direct

High-speed

FrecciaRossa 9435

19:26

VeniceVenezia Santa Lucia

2h 13m

21:39

FlorenceFirenze Santa Maria Novella

Direct

High-speed

FrecciaRossa 9437

from

4764 USD

2h 13m, Direct

19:26

VeniceVenezia Santa Lucia

21:39

FlorenceFirenze Santa Maria Novella

from

4764 USD

Direct

High-speed

FrecciaRossa 9437

First train

05:26

Last train

19:38

Travel duration

2h 16m

Daily departures

Departure station

Venice

Changes

direct

Arrival station

Florence

Ticket price

$12

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Exchange and cancellation rules depend on the fare selected for the Venice to Florence train. Flexible Frecciarossa and Italo fares allow more changes before departure, while the lowest advance fares are usually more restricted.

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Venice to Florence Route Overview

The Venice to Florence route links the lagoon city with Tuscany by crossing the flat Veneto plain, passing the major rail junction at Bologna, then using the high-speed line under the Apennines toward Florence. A distinctive part of this route is the contrast between the water-level departure from Venezia Santa Lucia, where trains leave beside the Grand Canal, and the tunnel-heavy approach through the mountains south of Bologna. Frecciarossa and Italo high-speed tickets are train-specific and include an assigned seat; regional train alternatives are slower and may not include seat reservations. Direct services are the usual choice for travelers going from Venice hotels near the station or Piazzale Roma to central Florence without airport transfers.

Travel time

2h 16m

Train type

Frecciarossa

Fastest trip

1h 59m

Longest trip

3h 51m

Venice

Venice is built across lagoon islands, with rail access concentrated at Venezia Santa Lucia station on the Grand Canal. The station is beside the Ferrovia vaporetto stops and a short walk from Piazzale Roma, the main road access point for the historic center.

Venezia Santa Lucia

Station

Venezia Mestre

Station

2h 16m

Florence

Florence is the Renaissance capital of Tuscany, with the Duomo, Uffizi Gallery, and Palazzo Vecchio within the historic center. Firenze Santa Maria Novella station is on the northwest edge of the center, about 10 minutes on foot from the Duomo and close to tram links for the airport.

Firenze Campo di Marte

Station

Firenze Rifredi

Station

Firenze Castello

Station

Firenze Santa Maria Novella

Station

Available Ticket Classes

Frecciarossa trains between Venice and Florence usually offer Standard, Premium, Business, and Executive classes, with fare types such as Super Economy, Economy, and Base controlling change and refund rules. Standard has 2+2 seating, Premium adds upgraded seats and light service, Business has wider 2+1 seating, and Executive has a small 1+1 cabin with the highest service level. Italo trains usually offer Smart, Prima, and Club Executive, with fare types such as Low Cost, Economy, and Flex depending on availability. All high-speed seats on this route are reserved. Regional alternatives, when used with a change at Bologna or Prato, generally offer second class and sometimes first class without the same high-speed service structure.

from

$4572

Standard Class / Super Economy Fare

from

$5063

Premium Class / Super Economy Fare

from

$5719

Business Class / Super Economy Fare

from

$7193

Standard Class / Economy Fare

from

$7685

Premium Class / Economy Fare

from

$8832

Business Class / Economy Fare

from

$9340

Standard Class / Base Fare

from

$10651

Premium Class / Base Fare

from

$12125

Business Class / Base Fare

from

$20138

Executive Class / Economy Fare

Practical Information for High-Speed Train Travelers

Frecciarossa and Italo trains on the Venice to Florence route accept passenger luggage on board, but bags must be kept in the designated storage areas and not block aisles or doors.

Luggage Allowance

Trenitalia high-speed services do not apply a fixed checked-luggage allowance on this route, but passengers must carry and store their own bags. Italo normally allows luggage that can be stored safely on board, with large items placed in the racks near carriage entrances rather than on seats or in aisles.

Storage Facilities

Frecciarossa and Italo trainsets have overhead racks for cabin bags and coat-sized items, plus larger luggage shelves near the ends or middle of many coaches. Firenze Santa Maria Novella and Venezia Santa Lucia have paid luggage storage facilities if you need to leave bags before check-in or after arrival.

Special Items

Folded bicycles, skis, and musical instruments may be carried if packed and stored within the available luggage spaces. Fully assembled bicycles are generally not accepted on high-speed Frecciarossa or Italo services unless specific packing and size conditions are met.

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Venice to Florence Map

The Venice to Florence rail route starts at Venezia Santa Lucia, crosses the causeway to Venezia Mestre, then continues southwest through Padova and toward Bologna Centrale. South of Bologna, high-speed trains use the Direttissima and modern high-speed infrastructure through long Apennine tunnels before descending into Firenze Santa Maria Novella. Views include the Venetian lagoon on departure, Veneto farmland, and hill sections near the Bologna-Florence approach.

Rail vs Bus vs Plane

Train

Changes

Travel time

Price from

Departures

Rating

Train

Frecciarossa

Changes

Direct

Travel time

2h 11m

Price from

$33

Departures

479

Rating

Train

Intercity

Changes

Direct

Travel time

3h 1m

Price from

$12

Departures

Rating

The Venice to Florence train runs from Venezia Santa Lucia to Firenze Santa Maria Novella, placing both ends close to historic districts and hotel areas. Coaches between Venice Mestre or Tronchetto and Florence usually take around 4 to 5 hours, depending on traffic and intermediate stops. Flying is rarely practical for this city pair because there are limited nonstop options and airport access at both ends adds substantial time. Electric high-speed rail also has a lower carbon footprint than flying or driving 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 16m

$12-$212

Bus

Apprx.

4h 30m

$12-$40

Flight

Apprx.

3h 30m

$100-$260

Venice to Florence Bullet Train

Frecciarossa and Italo are the main high-speed services between Venice and Florence. Frecciarossa trains can run up to 300 km/h (186 mph) on high-speed sections and the fastest direct services take about 2 hours 3 minutes from Venezia Santa Lucia to Firenze Santa Maria Novella. Italo also runs up to 300 km/h (186 mph) and usually takes around 2 hours 5 minutes to 2 hours 15 minutes on direct services, with a similar stop pattern through Padova and Bologna. Frecciarossa offers Standard, Premium, Business, and Executive, while Italo offers Smart, Prima, and Club Executive. Slower regional or Intercity combinations require at least one change and are used mainly when the lowest fare is the priority. Operators: Trenitalia and Italo.

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FAQ about the Venice - Florence Route

How much is the train from Venice to Florence?

One-way high-speed fares from Venice to Florence start from about €19.90 ($22 USD) for limited advance tickets and can rise to around €70 ($76 USD) for flexible or higher-class fares. Prices shown are starting from; final fares depend on class, time of booking, and availability.

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

Frecciarossa and Italo trains on this corridor can reach 300 km/h (186 mph) on suitable high-speed sections. Average speed is lower because trains call at stations such as Padova and Bologna and because the Venice approach uses classic-line infrastructure.

Does a rail pass cover Venice to Florence trains?

Eurail and Interrail passes are valid on Trenitalia Frecciarossa services in Italy, but high-speed trains require a paid seat reservation. Pass coverage does not apply to Italo services. Rail Monsters sells individual tickets for Frecciarossa and Italo on the Venice to Florence route.

How long is the train from Venice to Florence?

The fastest direct Frecciarossa takes about 2 hours 3 minutes between Venezia Santa Lucia and Firenze Santa Maria Novella. Italo direct trains usually take about 2 hours 5 minutes to 2 hours 15 minutes. Slower regional connections with a change can take around 3 hours 45 minutes or more.

How to book Venice to Florence train tickets?

Book Venice to Florence train tickets on Rail Monsters by entering your travel date, comparing Frecciarossa and Italo departures, and selecting the class and fare conditions you need. Rail Monsters accepts bookings 6 to 12 months ahead of departure and provides mobile apps for iOS and Android to manage bookings.

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