How to get from Naples to Florence by train, bus, rideshare, car or plane

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Am I allowed to travel from Naples to Florence?

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What are the travel restrictions in Florence?

Domestic travel is not restricted, but some conditions may apply

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What is the national COVID-19 helpline number in Florence?

The national COVID-19 helpline number in Florence is 1500.

Do I have to wear a face mask on public transport in Florence?

Wearing a face mask on public transport in Florence is mandatory.

What should I do if I have COVID-19 symptoms when I arrive in Florence?

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Questions & Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Naples to Florence is to rideshare which costs €24 - €26 and takes 5h 37m.

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

The quickest way to get from Naples to Florence is to train which costs €27 - €110 and takes 3h 2m.

Is there a direct bus between Naples and Florence?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Napoli - Corso A. Lucci Parcheggio Metropark and arriving at FIRENZE - Autostazione SITA via S.Caterina da Siena17. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Naples and Florence?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Napoli Centrale and arriving at Firenze S.M.N.. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 2m.

How far is it from Naples to Florence?

The distance between Naples and Florence is 409 km. The road distance is 474.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Naples to Florence without a car is to train which takes 3h 2m and costs €27 - €110.

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

The train from Napoli Centrale to Firenze S.M.N. takes 3h 2m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Naples to Florence bus from?

Naples to Florence bus services, operated by Baltour, depart from Napoli - Corso A. Lucci Parcheggio Metropark station.

Where do I catch the Naples to Florence train from?

Naples to Florence train services, operated by Trenitalia Frecce, depart from Napoli Centrale station.

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Train, bus or fly from Naples to Florence?

The best way to get from Naples to Florence is to train which takes 3h 2m and costs €27 - €110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €20 - €29 and takes 6h 45m, you could also fly, which costs €60 - €220 and takes 4h 20m.

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Distance: 409.4 km
Duration: 3h 2m

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

Trenitalia Frecce operates a train from Napoli Centrale to Firenze S.M.N. hourly. Tickets cost €35 - €110 and the journey takes 3h 2m. ItaloTreno also services this route every 4 hours. Alternatively, Baltour operates a bus from Napoli - Corso A. Lucci Parcheggio Metropark to FIRENZE - Autostazione SITA via S.Caterina da Siena17 twice daily. Tickets cost €20 - €27 and the journey takes 6h 45m. FlixBus also services this route twice daily.

Airlines

Alitalia

Website: alitalia.com

Flights from Naples to Florence via Rome

Ave. Duration: 3h 20m
When: Every day
Estimated price: €110 - €240

Flights from Naples to Pisa via Rome

Ave. Duration: 3h 27m
When: Every day
Estimated price: €100 - €220

Flights from Naples to Pisa via Milan Linate, Rome

Ave. Duration: 6h
When: Monday to Friday
Estimated price: €100 - €220

Flights from Rome to Florence

Ave. Duration: 55 min
When: Every day
Estimated price: €70 - €300

Lufthansa

Website: lufthansa.com

Flights from Naples to Florence via Frankfurt

Ave. Duration: 5h 57m
When: Every day
Estimated price: €260 - €850

Flights from Naples to Pisa via Frankfurt

Ave. Duration: 6h 5m
When: Friday, Saturday and Sunday
Estimated price: €400 - €1000

British Airways

Website: britishairways.com

Flights from Naples to Pisa via London Heathrow

Ave. Duration: 6h 21m
When: Monday, Tuesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday
Estimated price: €190 - €650

Ryanair

Website: ryanair.com

Flights from Naples to Pisa via Palermo

Ave. Duration: 5h 40m
When: Friday
Estimated price: €50 - €210

Flights from Naples to Pisa via Catania

Ave. Duration: 6h 15m
When: Wednesday and Sunday
Estimated price: €50 - €210

Swiss

Website: swiss.com

Flights from Naples to Florence via Zurich

Ave. Duration: 4h
When: Thursday, Friday and Saturday
Estimated price: €130 - €450

Air France

Website: airfrance.com

Flights from Naples to Florence via Paris CDG

Ave. Duration: 5h 30m
When: Every day
Estimated price: €190 - €420

Eurowings

Website: eurowings.com

Flights from Naples to Pisa via Cologne Bonn

Ave. Duration: 5h 40m
When: Tuesday and Thursday
Estimated price: €110 - €350

Wizz Air

Website: wizzair.com

Flights from Naples to Pisa via Bucharest Otopeni

Ave. Duration: 5h 50m
When: Tuesday and Saturday
Estimated price: €50 - €230

Train operators

Trenitalia Frecce

Trenitalia’s high-speed Frecce trains run on specialised tracks and have a greater level of service and comfort than InterCity and regional trains. There are three types of Frecce trains: Frecciarossa, (the fastest; connects major Italian cities); Frecciargento (mostly connect Rome to other Italian cities); and Frecciabianca (the slowest Frecce trains). Frecciarossa trains offer four classes of service, all with free Wi-Fi: Standard, Premium, Business and Executive. All Frecce tickets include a seat reservation and must be purchased before boarding the train.

Contact Details

Phone: +39 06 68475475
Website: trenitalia.com

Train from Napoli Centrale to Firenze S.M.N.

Ave. Duration: 3h 2m
Frequency: Hourly
Estimated price: €35 - €110
Website: Trenitalia Frecce

Super Economy: €35 - €50
Base Standard: €60 - €85
Base Premium: €75 - €110

Train from Napoli Centrale to Roma Termini

Ave. Duration: 1h 16m
Frequency: Hourly
Estimated price: €18 - €65
Website: Trenitalia Frecce

Super Economy: €18 - €25
Base Standard: €35 - €50
Base Premium: €45 - €65

Standard class interior

FrecciaRossa interior

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FrecciaRossa

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FrecciaRossa

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Roma Termini Entrance

Firenze S.M.N Entrance

ItaloTreno

Private train company Italotreno operates high-speed trains in Italy on the same tracks as Trenitalia. The routes service 21 stations across the country, including popular routes Milan-Florence, Rome-Venice and Bologna-Naples. Choose from four classes of service, all with free Wi-Fi: Smart, Comfort, Prima and Club Executive. Italo also operates Italobus – an integrated train-bus service that takes passengers from the main train stations to other Italian cities.

Contact Details

Phone: +39 060708
Website: italotreno.it

Train from Napoli Centrale to Firenze Santa Maria Novella

Ave. Duration: 2h 56m
Frequency: Every 4 hours
Estimated price: €27 - €80
Website: Italo Treno

Smart Economy: €30 - €45
Smart Low Cost: €27 - €40
Smart Flex: €55 - €80

Train from Napoli Centrale Station to Roma Termini

Ave. Duration: 1h 13m
Frequency: Every 2 hours
Estimated price: €17 - €50
Website: Italo Treno

Smart Economy: €19 - €27
Smart Low Cost: €17 - €24
Smart Flex: €35 - €50

2nd class interior

Club executive class

EVO train at Venice

Firenze S.M.N Entrance

TrenItalia ticket machine

Trenitalia Intercity

Trenitalia’s Intercity (IC) trains are slower than the high-speed Frecce trains but are still a good way to travel between major cities and towns, with routes including Rome to Naples, Venice to Bologna and Milan to Genoa. Tickets usually open for booking 90 days ahead of travel, and you’ll need make a seat reservation before boarding. All IC trains have 1st and 2nd class carriages as well as a bar buffet car, air conditioning and power sockets. InterCity trains that run at night are called InterCity Notte (ICN).

Contact Details

Phone: +39 06 68475475
Website: trenitalia.com

Train from Napoli Centrale to Roma Termini

Ave. Duration: 2h 3m
Frequency: Every 2 hours
Estimated price: €14 - €20
Website: Trenitalia Intercity

2nd Class: €14 - €20

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Roma Termini Entrance

TrenItalia ticket machine

Trenitalia

The primary train operator in Italy, Trenitalia was created in the year 2000. Trenitalia offers national rail connections in Italy as well as international connections to Austria, France, Germany and Switzerland. The company operates regional and long-distance trains, as well as high-speed trains called Frecce that travel on specialised tracks on speeds of up to 360km/h. Trenitalia tickets are available online, in stations across the country or from many travel agents that offer bookings.

Contact Details

Phone: +39 06 68475475
Website: trenitalia.com

Train from Napoli Centrale to Roma Termini

Ave. Duration: 2h 55m
Frequency: Every 3 hours
Estimated price: €14 - €29
Website: Trenitalia

1st Class: €26 - €29

Economy class interior

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2nd class Frecciargento

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Roma Termini Entrance

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Bus operators

Baltour

Phone: +39 0861 1991900
Email: info@baltour.it
Website: global.flixbus.com

Bus from Napoli - Corso A. Lucci Parcheggio Metropark to FIRENZE - Autostazione SITA via S.Caterina da Siena17

Ave. Duration: 6h 45m
Frequency: Twice daily
Estimated price: €20 - €27
Website: Baltour

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FlixBus

One of Europe’s leading bus companies, Flixbus serves 2000+ destinations in 29 countries, including Germany, France, Italy, Austria, the Netherlands and Croatia and into Scandinavia and eastern Europe, as well as some US cities. Coaches have toilets, free WiFi and power outlets, plus snacks and drinks for purchase on board. Flixbus is a good choice for the budget-conscious traveller; purchase tickets in advance for the cheapest fares (note: there is no option to reserve a seat in advance).

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Contact Details

Phone: +49 1807 123 99 123
Email: info@flixbus.de
Website: flixbus.de

Bus from Naples to Florence

Ave. Duration: 7h 20m
Frequency: Twice daily
Estimated price: €23 - €29
Website: flixbus.co.uk

Flixbus

Flixbus interior

Flixbus

Sellitto

Phone: +39 0824 46304
Email: info@sellitto.com
Website: sellitto.com

Bus from Santa Maria Capua Vetere to Florence

Ave. Duration: 6h 56m
Frequency: 4 times a week
Estimated price: €35 - €50
Schedules at: sellitto.com

People Mover

Website: pisa-airport.com

Bus from Pisa Airport to Piazza Stazione

Ave. Duration: 1h
Frequency: Every 3 hours
Schedules at: pisa-airport.com

Other operators

BlaBlaCar

Blablacar is a popular ridesharing platform with 70 million users over 22 (mostly European) countries. The basic idea is that you carpool with locals who are already planning to drive your route and have space in their car. With some flexibility, you’ll get to your destination often faster and cheaper than other means. On the website or app, enter your departure and arrival points and your date of travel, sift through the profiles of drivers who’ve posted pre-planned drives and find one whose timing and preferences match yours. Request to join the ride, wait to be accepted, and pay your share of the set price.

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Contact Details

Website: blablacar.com

Rideshare from Naples to Florence

Ave. Duration: 5h 37m
Frequency: 3 times a day
Estimated price: €24 - €26
Book at: blablacar.co.uk

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