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How to get fromFlorence to Milan

Want to explore the 2 best ways to travel from Florence to Milan? In this guide, we'll explain how to travel this 305 kilometers (190 miles) distance and compare each option by duration, price, and comfort. For each transport method, we'll help you pick the best provider and show you where to book your tickets.

Written by Ela - Senior Travel WriterReviewed by Maarten - Trip Planning ExpertLast updated: November 3, 2024

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What to expect when visiting Milan

Milan is Italy’s economic and design capital — the home of the stylish and the rich. Here is where luxury and art collide. It’s the country’s busiest and most vibrant city, but still charming with its few touches of the Old World.

The city boasts a massive collection of old and new art masterpieces and is home to Leonardo da Vinci’s most iconic work, the Last Supper. You’ll find jaw-dropping architecture everywhere you look in Milan — from its more recent skyscrapers to the age-old Milan Cathedral.

2 ways to get from Florence to Milan

The 2 ways to travel the distance of 305 kilometers (190 miles) from Florence to Milan are by: bus (3 hours 50 minutes to 5 hours 50 minutes) and train (1 hour 45 minutes to 2 hours 15 minutes). The journey duration ranges between 1 hour 45 minutes to 5 hours 50 minutes and the quickest way is by train. The lowest priced tickets start from €12 ($12.70) for the bus.

Transport

Duration

Pricing

Transport Options

Bus

3h 50m - 5h 50m

From €12 ($12.70)

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Train

1h 45m - 2h 15m

From €45 ($48)

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Florence to Milan by Bus

Duration: 3h 50m - 5h 50m

Costs: €12 ($12.70)

Duration: 3h 50m - 5h 50m

Costs: €12 ($12.70)

Taking the bus is the cheapest way to travel from Florence to Milan. Although travel time takes longer than the high-speed train, buses are still faster than the regional trains. The journey normally takes around 3 hours 50 minutes to 5 hours 50 minutes, depending on the traffic.

There are four bus companies for this route:FlixBus, Itabus, Autolinee Federico and MarinoBus. Both companies have several departures throughout the day.

Bus schedules from Florence to Milan

Florence

Milan

02:40

4h 15m

06:55

06:35

4h 35m

11:10

09:20

4h 5m

13:25

10:20

15:20

13:30

4h 55m

18:25

13:40

5h 50m

19:30

14:35

4h 45m

19:20

16:25

4h 55m

21:20

19:45

3h 50m

23:35

20:05

5h 5m

01:10

FlixBus

€12 ($12.70)

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Florence Villa Constanza Bus Station

Standard

Milan Lampugnano

01:20

06:20

10:50

4h 50m

15:40

10:50

4h 50m

15:40

12:20

4h 50m

17:10

12:20

4h 50m

17:10

Itabus

€13 ($13.70)

Florence Villa Constanza Bus Station

Standard

Milan San Donato

02:20

4h 25m

06:45

09:40

4h 50m

14:30

09:40

4h 50m

14:30

19:55

3h 55m

23:50

Itabus

€13 ($13.70)

Florence Park Villa Constanza

Standard

Milan Lampugnano

05:15

4h 40m

09:55

Autolinee Federico

€18 ($19.10)

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Florence Villa Constanza Bus Station

Standard

Milan Via Giuseppe Impastato

02:15

4h 10m

06:25

MarinoBus

€46 ($49)

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Florence Villa Constanza Bus Station

Standard

Milan Lampugnano

02:15

4h 45m

07:00

MarinoBus

€46 ($49)

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Ticket prices start from €12 ($12.70), but they can still vary based on the bus departure time.

Departure and arrival station

The buses mainly depart from Villa Constanza in Scandicci. This station is outside Florence city centre, so you still have to take a 10-minute taxi for around €25 ($26).

In Milan, the last stop for the buses is Lampugnano Bus Station, situated 10 km northwest of Milan city centre. There are also a few bus departures that drop passengers off at San Donato M3. This station is nearer to Milan Airport than the city centre.

Florence to Milan by Train

Duration: 1h 45m - 2h 15m

Costs: €45 ($48)

Duration: 1h 45m - 2h 15m

Costs: €45 ($48)

Travelling from Florence to Milan by train is the easiest way. You can expect a comfortable ride and trains depart 2-4 times per hour.

The first train departs at 07:25 with the last trip at 22:25. Keep in mind that some trips will require you to make one or two transfers along the way.

There are two types of train that you can take from Florence to Milan:

High-speed trains

High-speed trains like Italo and Frecciarossa offer direct trips from Florence to Milan. The travel time takes only 1 hour 45 minutes to 2 hours 15 minutes, but tickets are more expensive with rates from €45 ($48).

Taking this train is the quickest way to travel from Florence to Milan.

Regional trains

Regional trains are budget-friendly at €26 ($27). However, all trains require you to make two transfers either in Bologna, Prato, Faenza, or Piacenza. Travel time can take 5 to 6.5 hours.

If you want to save money by taking a regional train, you might be better off taking the bus. The regional train is still twice as expensive as the bus, and the journey takes 1-2 hours longer compared to the bus.

Train schedules from Florence to Milan

Florence Santa Maria Novella Train Station

Standard

Milan Rogoredo Train Station

07:25

1h 43m

09:08

10:25

1h 43m

12:08

11:25

1h 43m

13:08

12:25

1h 45m

14:10

14:25

1h 43m

16:08

16:25

1h 43m

18:08

17:25

1h 43m

19:08

18:25

1h 43m

20:08

20:25

1h 43m

22:08

22:25

1h 43m

00:08

Italo (NTV)

€45 ($48)

Florence Santa Maria Novella Train Station

Standard

Milan Main Train Station

07:25

1h 55m

09:20

08:25

1h 55m

10:20

09:25

1h 55m

11:20

10:25

1h 55m

12:20

11:25

1h 55m

13:20

12:25

1h 55m

14:20

13:25

1h 55m

15:20

14:25

1h 55m

16:20

15:25

1h 55m

17:20

16:25

1h 55m

18:20

17:25

1h 55m

19:20

18:25

1h 55m

20:20

19:25

1h 55m

21:20

20:25

1h 55m

22:20

21:25

1h 55m

23:20

22:25

1h 55m

00:20

Italo (NTV)

€45 ($48)

Florence Santa Maria Novella Train Station

Standard

Milan Rho Fiera Train Station

08:25

2h 15m

10:40

09:25

2h 15m

11:40

13:25

2h 15m

15:40

15:25

2h 15m

17:40

19:25

2h 15m

21:40

Italo (NTV)

€45 ($48)

We recommend booking your tickets online through BookAway. Their site is intuitive, provides a clear picture of what you can expect, and offers great customer service. If you’re eyeing the best deals, you might occasionally find slightly cheaper tickets on Omio.

Departure and arrival station

Trains depart from Santa Maria Novella Train Station in Florence city centre. This station is just walking distance from the famous basilica with the same name.

Most of the trains arrive at Milan Centrale, located 4 km north of Milan Cathedral.

Frequently Asked Questions about Florence to Milan

What is the distance from Florence to Milan?

The distance from Florence to Milan is 305 kilometers (190 miles).

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

The fastest way to get from Florence to Milan is by train and takes 1 hour 45 minutes.

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

The cheapest way to get from Florence to Milan is by bus with ticket costs starting from €12 ($12.70).

Rounding it up

We hope this guide was helpful in planning how to get from Florence to Milan. If there's anything else you're wondering about, drop us a comment and we'll do our best to answer you within a few days.

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About the author(s)

Ela

Ela is a storyteller, content producer, solo traveller and a mermaid-in-training. When she’s not in front of her laptop, you will find her barefoot and living her best tan on some island in the Philippines… Or exploring the depths of its seas as a budding freediver. An island girl at heart, she’ll be happy anywhere there is sea, sand, sun and coffee.

Maarten

Based in Bali, Maarten’s passion for travel is undeniable. In 2016, he decided to quit his job as a stock analyst and started doing what he always dreamed of: travelling through South East Asia and helping other people plan their trips. When he is not working on Gecko Routes, you’ll find him surfing in the ocean or exploring the best gems of Indonesia.

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