How to get to Florence from Rome?

How to go to Florence from Rome?

Florence is one of the most beautiful cities in the world and consequently one of the most visited cities in Italy. But how to get to Florence from Rome? To visit Florence, including all the main museums such as the Uffizi Gallery and the Accademia Gallery, it would take at least two days, but if you want to get a taste of this city and its main monuments, you can visit it in one day. How to go to Florence from Rome? Here atItaly’s Dream Tourismyou can make the trip of your dreams come true!! Also check out our Accommodation in Italy – Tips for your Vacations Section!

Introduction

Unlike other cities, where I left the option to go by bus, I do not recommend this transport to go to Florence because there are other better ways to visit Florence from Rome. Following our itinerary options, I am sure you will get to know the best of the Renaissance city par excellence! How to get to Florence from Rome? Your choice of transportation will depend on what you are looking for! Come on! Let me help you! Come with me 😉

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1) How to go to Florence from Rome? BY TRAIN

Florence is located 280 kilometers from Rome. Using this transport to go to Florence means spending an average of 02:30 hours (without traffic) to go, that is, between a round trip and at least 5 hours driving. Considering that this city really has so many things to see, I don’t think it’s worth spending your time like that, do you? The best way to visit it is with a high-speed train. Almost every half hour, a train leaves from Rome to Florence. You must take the train at the Termini train station in Rome and get off at the Santa Maria Novella train station (center of Florence), where you can start your tour.

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I advise, on arrival in Florence, to buy a map that is sold at any newsstand and follow the itinerary suggested below. See also the two types of trains that you will find when buying the ticket.

Treno Regionale veloce: Travel time: 03:30 minutes.
Treno Alta velocitá: Travel time: 01:30 minutes.

For obvious reasons, I advise you to go and return with the high speed train. The time you will save will be used for the tours and I believe the difference you will overpay will be worth it!! Another detail worth mentioning: get ready because, usually, the regional railway trains are very bad and sometimes very dirty, so don’t create high expectations! If you use the train, always choose the high-speed train to avoid this type of problem.

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2) How to go to Florence from Rome? WITH A GROUP TOUR

People, this is the best option for those who do not want to worry about the bus or train schedule, do not want to worry about the fact of “calculating” if there is time to go back and forth, and do not want a headache with possible delays . Anyway, it’s wonderful for those who just want to enjoy the beauty of this incredible place with safety, convenience and tranquility!

The group tour is a perfect solution for those who do not want to spend so much (with a private tour, for example), for those who do not like to travel alone or for those who do not like to drive (or cannot!). Remember that to drive in Italy, you NEED an international driver’s license, ok? Pay attention to this! (Read here how to issue the PID).

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Advantages

IDEAL option if you are alone, as a couple or with up to seven friends;
Save on the time you would spend going to the train stations to take the trains, or with transportation to reach the tourist places to be visited;
You can enjoy a “bicchiere di vino” (drink wine) during lunch without having to worry about driving afterwards :), since in Italy the laws are strict against those who drive after they have drunk (even a small amount of alcohol) ;
Less time spent traveling, fees for taxis, trains and transportation;
If you are with elderly people or people with limited mobility, this option is ideal, as it requires little movement and, when necessary, you will have all the necessary assistance.

Disadvantage

There is practically none! Just the issue of adapting to the program of the day, and the fulfillment of the tour schedule.

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Conclusion

How to go to Florence from Rome? Be careful, you get what you pay for, especially in a place you don’t know and are not speaking the local language! So I suggest you think carefully about the options presented above, especially if you are traveling with children and the elderly! Don’t take any chances, invest a little more and travel safely, comfortably, and without worries or risks of ruining your long-awaited trip, OK?