Trains from Milan to Florence
| Avg. journey time | 2h 14m |
| Trains per day | 18 |
| Fare range | €4.00 - €194.00 |
| Distance | 249km |
| Train operators |
| First train departs at | 05:00 |
| Last train departs at | 21:27 |
| Fastest route | 1h 39m |
| Changes | Direct |
Milan to Florence train times
Trenitalia, Frecciarossa, Italo and Intercity trains from Milan to Florence
Trenitalia
Frecciarossa
Italo
Intercity
Trenitalia is the national railway company of Italy, with a fleet including high-speed trains (Frecciarossa, Frecciargento and Frecciabianca), Intercity and Intercity night trains and regional trains. Trenitalia offers discounts and special promotions on selected routes, two types of discounted tickets for young people under 30 and people over 60.
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Frecciarossa trains are Trenitalia's flagship high-speed trains capable of reaching speeds of up to 350 km/h. The "red arrow" trains are distinguished by their comfort, their ultra-modern design and their reduced impact on the environment. All Frecciarossa trains are equipped with a food carriage, a free WiFi connection and four levels of service – Standard, Premium (with drinks and welcome snacks served on arrival, as well as a morning newspaper), Business (with drinks and snacks, morning newspaper and larger seats) and Executive (with Fast Track, access to FrecciaClub lounges in train selected stations, and gourmet meals served to your seat).
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Italo is a high-speed train operator that runs services between many of the major cities across Italy. All Italo trains are modern, air conditioned, and have free WiFi available for all travellers. There are four comfort classes, or "ambiances", as Italo like to call them – Smart (the cheapest price), Comfort (with wider seats and extra legroom), Prima (with a welcome selection of food and drink, fast track boarding and extra space), and Executive Club (with all Prima services, extra-wide seats, access to Italo Club lounges and personal entertainment screens at your seat).
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Trenitalia's Intercity trains run on standard lines outside the high-speed network, offering more than 90 trains a day that guarantee long and medium distance connections, ensuring wide coverage of the rail network. All Intercity trains are modern and comfortable with plenty of seats, retractable tables, power sockets, air conditioning, courtesy lights and plenty of luggage space. Intercity Night trains allow you to travel overnight in cabins with beds, berths or seating.
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Milan to Florence train prices
Train tickets from Milan to Florence start at €4.30 if purchased from 3 to 6 months in advance. Prices for train journeys from Milan to Florence start at €36.72 when you book at least 28 days in advance.** Tickets usually go on sale 3 months in advance, yet in some rare cases this can be up to 6 months. For more precise information on when you can book your tickets or whether there are any promotional sales, click here.
How long does it take to travel from Milan to Florence by train?
The average journey time between Milan and Florence is 2 hours and 14 minutes and the fastest journey time is 1 hour and 39 minutes. On an average weekday, there are 34 trains per day travelling from Milan to Florence. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use our journey planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.
What time is the first and last train of the day from Milan to Florence?
The first train from Milan to Florence departs at 05:00. The last train from Milan to Florence departs at 21:27. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services. Alternatively, some popular routes may run throughout the night at a reduced frequency. There may also be less services on weekends and holidays; use our journey planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Are there direct train services between Milan and Florence?
Yes, it is possible to travel from Milan to Florence without having to change trains. There are 18 direct trains from Milan to Florence. Though there may be fewer direct services available depending on your exact departure date.