What is the cheapest way to get from Florence to Merate?

The cheapest way to get from Florence to Merate is to bus which costs €24 - €45 and takes 4h 59m.

What is the fastest way to get from Florence to Merate?

The fastest way to get from Florence to Merate is to train via Monza which takes 3h 3m and costs €40 - €85.

Is there a direct train between Florence and Merate?

No, there is no direct train from Florence to Merate. However, there are services departing from Firenze Santa Maria Novella and arriving at Cernusco-Merate via Milano Centrale and Monza. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 3m.

How far is it from Florence to Merate?

The distance between Florence and Merate is 333 km. The road distance is 327.7 km.

How do I travel from Florence to Merate without a car?

The best way to get from Florence to Merate without a car is to train via Monza which takes 3h 3m and costs €40 - €85.

How long does it take to get from Florence to Merate?

It takes approximately 3h 3m to get from Florence to Merate, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Florence to Merate train from?

Florence to Merate train services, operated by Trenitalia Frecce, depart from Firenze S.M.N. station.

Train, bus or fly from Florence to Merate?

The best way to get from Florence to Merate is to train via Monza which takes 3h 3m and costs €40 - €85. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €24 - €45 and takes 4h 59m, you could also fly, which costs €120 - €300 and takes 5h 46m.

Where does the Florence to Merate train arrive?

Florence to Merate train services, operated by Trenitalia Frecce, arrive at Milano Rogoredo station.

Can I drive from Florence to Merate?

Yes, the driving distance between Florence to Merate is 328 km. It takes approximately 3h 9m to drive from Florence to Merate.

How do I get a train ticket from Florence to Merate?

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Where can I stay near Merate?

There are 1031+ hotels available in Merate.

Florence to Merate - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 7 ways to get from Florence to Merate by train, bus, car, plane, or train (Trenitalia)

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Train via Monza
best
1. Take the train from Firenze Santa Maria Novella to Milano Centraletrain 8134 / ...
3h 3m
€43–82
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Florence Villa Constanza Bus Station to Milanbus 528
4h 59m
€24–41
Drive 327.7 km
1. Drive from Florence to Meratecar 327.7 km
3h 9m
€51–73
Fly to Milan Linate Airport
1. Fly from Florence Peretola Airport (FLR) to Milan Linate Airport (LIN)plane FLR - LIN
5h 46m
€125–299
Train
1. Take the train from Firenze S.M.N. to Milano Rogoredotrain Fr
2. Take the train from Milano Porta Garibaldi to Cernusco-Meratetrain S8 / ...
3h 3m
€34–119
Train #2
1. Take the train from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Milan Rogoredotrain 9962
3h 54m
€42–81
Fly to Milano Malpensa Airport, train
1. Fly from Florence Peretola Airport (FLR) to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)plane FLR - MXP
2. Take the train from Malpensa Aeroporto T1 to Milano Porta Garibalditrain
6h 22m
€84–233

Florence to Merate by bus and train

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4h 59mAverage Duration

€24Cheapest Price

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Distance: 332.5 km
Duration: 3h 3m

What companies run services between Florence, Italy and Merate, Italy?

ItaloTreno operates a train from Firenze Santa Maria Novella to Milano Centrale hourly. Tickets cost €40–80 and the journey takes 1h 55m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Florence Villa Constanza Bus Station to Milan 5 times a week. Tickets cost €22–40 and the journey takes 4h 15m.

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