How to travel from Naples to Florence, Italy

The distance between Naples and Florence is around 474km (295 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to take the train and then fly which takes around 2h 45m.

7 routes found

We've found 7 different ways to get from Naples to Florence by train, bus, car and plane. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

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Train and Plane

Take the train to Roma Termini then fly from Rome (FCO) to Florence (FLR).

  • Duration2h 45m
  • Flight time55min
  • Typical cost
    €540($540)
Operated by

Multiple operators

2 similiar routes

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Train

Take the train to Firenze S.M.N..

  • Duration3hrs
  • Departshourly
  • Typical cost
    €45($45)
Operated byTrenitalia+ 1 others
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Bus

Take the bus to Florence Piazzale Montelungo.

  • Duration6h 15m
  • Departsevery 4 hours
  • Typical cost
    €55($55)
Operated byItabus+ 1 others

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Drive

Drive to Florence.

  • Duration4h 20m
  • Distance475km (295 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Naples and Florence

There are several options for getting from Naples to Florence by train, bus, car and plane. The cheapest option is to take the train which costs around €45 ($45) and will take around 3hrs. If you need to get there more quickly, you can take the train and then fly and arrive in approximately 2h 45m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately €540 ($540).

The distance between Naples and Florence is around 474km (295 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 409km (254 miles)

It takes around 3hrs to get from Naples and Florence by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 4h 20m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Naples to Florence is to take the train and then fly which takes around 2h 45m and will set you back approx €540 ($540).

The cheapest way to travel between Naples and Florence, if you exclude driving, is to take the train which will typically cost around €45 ($45) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Naples and Florence. It typically takes around 3hrs and departs hourly.

Yes there is a direct train service that runs between Naples and Florence with no changeovers required. The train runs hourly and takes 3hrs.

Trenitalia and ItaloTreno run train services between Naples and Florence. Trains depart hourly and will take around 3hrs, however, this may vary depending on the particular service and whether it runs express or stops all stations.

Bus travel

Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from Naples and Florence. It typically takes around 6h 15m and departs every 20 mins.

Yes there is a direct bus service that runs between Naples and Florence with no changeovers required. The bus runs every 20 mins and takes 6h 15m.

Itabus and Sellitto run regular bus services between Naples and Florence. Buses run every 20 mins and take around 6h 15m on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Naples to Florence. We recommend that you fly from Naples (NAP) to Venice (VCE) then take the train to Firenze S.M.N.. instead which will take 3h 45m.

The closest major airport to Florence is Florence Airport (FLR) (FLR) which is approximately 6km (3 miles) from Florence. Pisa International Airport (PSA) (PSA) and Forlì Airport (FRL) (FRL) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.

Drive yourself

Yes it is possible to drive from Naples and Florence. The distance is around 475km (295 miles) by road and it will take around 4h 20m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Naples to Florence is to take the train which takes, on average, 3hrs and will usually cost around €45 ($45).

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Compare travel optionsbetween Naples and Florence

Transport options from Naples to Florence
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Train and Plane + 2 similar
2h 45m
€540($540)
hourly485km (302 miles)
Fly to Verona (VRN), Train3h 15m
€95($95)
every 4 hours797km (495 miles)
Plane and Train3h 45m
€80($80)
every 3 hours797km (495 miles)
Train
3hrs
€45($45)
hourly474km (295 miles)
Bus + 1 similar
6h 15m
€55($55)
every 4 hours497km (309 miles)
Bus to Florence7h 40m
€55($55)
4 times a week510km (317 miles)
Drive
4h 20m
€72($72)
on demand475km (295 miles)

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Airports near Florence

The following major airports near Florence offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Italy and internationally.

FLR
Florence Airport (FLR)
International Airport
Distance
6km (3 miles) from Florence
PSA
Pisa International Airport (PSA)
International Airport
Distance
69km (43 miles) from Florence
FRL
Forlì Airport (FRL)
Domestic Airport
Distance
81km (50 miles) from Florence