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

The cheapest way to get from Venice to Florence is to rideshare which costs €15 and takes 3h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Venice to Florence is to train which takes 2h 13m and costs €21 - €70.

Is there a direct bus between Venice and Florence?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Venezia, Tronchetto and arriving at Florence. Services depart every three hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Venice and Florence?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Venezia S. Lucia and arriving at Firenze S.M.N.. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 13m.

How far is it from Venice to Florence?

The distance between Venice and Florence is 251 km. The road distance is 255.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Venice to Florence without a car is to train which takes 2h 13m and costs €21 - €70.

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

The train from Venezia S. Lucia to Firenze S.M.N. takes 2h 13m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Venice to Florence bus from?

Venice to Florence bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Venezia, Tronchetto station.

Where do I catch the Venice to Florence train from?

Venice to Florence train services, operated by Trenitalia Frecce, depart from Venezia S. Lucia station.

Train, bus or fly from Venice to Florence?

The best way to get from Venice to Florence is to train which takes 2h 13m and costs €21 - €70. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €11 - €30 and takes 3h 45m, you could also fly, which costs €65 - €330 and takes 4h 50m.

Where does the Venice to Florence bus arrive?

Venice to Florence bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Florence station.

Where does the Venice to Florence train arrive?

Venice to Florence train services, operated by Trenitalia Frecce, arrive at Firenze S.M.N. station.

Can I drive from Venice to Florence?

Yes, the driving distance between Venice to Florence is 256 km. It takes approximately 2h 29m to drive from Venice to Florence.

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

Book your Venice to Florence train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Venice to Florence?

Book your Venice to Florence bus tickets online with Omio, FlixBus and Distribusion.

Where can I stay near Florence?

There are 7286+ hotels available in Florence. Prices start at €59 per night.

Can I share a ride from Venice to Florence?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Venice and Florence. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Venice to Florence - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, plane, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Venice to Florence by train, bus, rideshare, plane, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

1. Take the train from Venezia S. Lucia to Firenze S.M.N.Fr
best
Train
2h 13m
€21–70
1. Take the bus from Venezia, Tronchetto to Florence536 / ...
cheapest
Bus
3h 45m
€11–30
1. Take the rideshare from Venice to Florence260.5 km
Rideshare
3h 23m
€15
1. Fly from Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE) to Florence Peretola Airport (FLR)VCE - FLR
Fly
4h 50m
€67–322
1. Drive from Venice to Florence255.9 km
Drive 255.9 km
2h 29m
€45–65

Venice to Florence by train

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Distance: 250.8 km
Duration: 2h 13m

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

Trenitalia Frecce operates a train from Venezia S. Lucia to Firenze S.M.N. hourly. Tickets cost €21–70 and the journey takes 2h 13m. ItaloTreno also services this route every 3 hours. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Venezia, Tronchetto to Florence every 4 hours. Tickets cost €21–30 and the journey takes 3h 45m. Itabus also services this route 5 times a day.

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