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

The cheapest way to get from Florence to Venice is to rideshare which costs €15 and takes 3h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Florence to Venice is to train which takes 2h 16m and costs €35 - €70.

Is there a direct bus between Florence and Venice?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Florence Villa Constanza Bus Station station and arriving at Venezia, Tronchetto. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Florence and Venice?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Firenze Santa Maria Novella and arriving at Venezia Santa Lucia. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 16m.

How far is it from Florence to Venice?

The distance between Florence and Venice is 251 km. The road distance is 252.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Florence to Venice without a car is to train which takes 2h 16m and costs €35 - €70.

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

The train from Firenze Santa Maria Novella to Venezia Santa Lucia takes 2h 16m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Florence to Venice bus from?

Florence to Venice bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Florence Villa Constanza Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Florence to Venice train from?

Florence to Venice train services, operated by ItaloTreno, depart from Firenze Santa Maria Novella station.

Train, bus or fly from Florence to Venice?

The best way to get from Florence to Venice is to train which takes 2h 16m and costs €35 - €70. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €16 - €28 and takes 4h 5m, you could also fly, which costs €80 - €290 and takes 4h 47m.

Where does the Florence to Venice bus arrive?

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

Where does the Florence to Venice train arrive?

Florence to Venice train services, operated by ItaloTreno, arrive at Venezia Santa Lucia station.

Can I drive from Florence to Venice?

Yes, the driving distance between Florence to Venice is 252 km. It takes approximately 2h 29m to drive from Florence to Venice.

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

Book your Florence to Venice train tickets online with Omio.

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

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

Where can I stay near Venice?

There are 5518+ hotels available in Venice.

Can I share a ride from Florence to Venice?

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

Florence to Venice - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, night train

There are 6 ways to get from Florence to Venice by train (Trenitalia), bus, night train, rideshare, car, or plane

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

Train
best
1. Take the train from Firenze Santa Maria Novella to Venezia Santa Luciatrain 8900 / ...
2h 16m
€35–70
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Florence to Venicerideshare 255.7 km
3h 19m
€15
Bus
1. Take the bus from Florence Villa Constanza Bus Station to Venezia, Tronchettobus 536 / ...
4h 5m
€16–28
Night train
1. Take the night train from Firenze Campo Marte to Venezia S. Lucianighttrain Ini
4h 17m
€30–50
Drive 252.4 km
1. Drive from Florence to Venicecar 252.4 km
2h 29m
€40–57
Fly
1. Fly from Florence Peretola Airport (FLR) to Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE)plane FLR - VCE
4h 47m
€82–282

Florence to Venice by train

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2h 16mAverage Duration

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Distance: 250.7 km
Duration: 2h 16m

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

ItaloTreno operates a train from Firenze Santa Maria Novella to Venezia Santa Lucia hourly. Tickets cost €40–60 and the journey takes 2h 16m. Trenitalia Frecce also services this route hourly. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Florence Villa Constanza Bus Station to Venezia, Tronchetto every 4 hours. Tickets cost €16–28 and the journey takes 4h 5m.

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