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Considering a trip to the Italian capital and need more information on how to travel by train from Florence to Rome? Start your journey here!
On average, the train journey from Rome to Florence takes 1 hour and 33 minutes, but can take just 1 hour and 15 minutes on the fastest Frecciarossa and Italo services. With around 51 direct trains covering 144 miles from Florence to Rome every day, you don’t need to worry about changing along the way.
If you’re traveling on this route, you’ll board a train in the Tuscan capital at Firenze Santa Maria Novella station. Whether you’re travelling with Frecciarossa or Italo, you’ll always enjoy free WiFi and comfortable seating. In just over an hour, you’ll arrive at either Roma Tiburtina station or Roma Termini station. If you like to travel in style, upgrade to First Class and you’ll receive complimentary food and drink. Make sure you get a window seat if you want to soak up the amazing views of the Italian countryside.
Once you’ve arrived in Rome, you can start your journey through the Roman Era at the Baths of Diocletian, the biggest baths of ancient Rome. Then, you can admire Basilica di Santa Maggiore with its stunning mosaics. Also, a trip to Rome is not complete without visiting the Colosseum – the largest amphitheatre in the world is only a 20-minute walk away from the station, so you can’t miss it! More of a foodie? Check out our tips for finding the best pizza spots in Rome. Or perhaps you fancy yourself as a runner? You're in luck: Rome's marathon is one of the 5 best marathons in Europe according to our guide.
Ready to book? Start your search for cheap train tickets from Florence to Rome in our Journey Planner today. For more details, keep reading for train times, ticket prices and FAQs.
It takes an average of 1h 31m to travel from Florence to Rome by train, over a distance of around 144 miles (232 km). There are normally 51 trains per day traveling from Florence to Rome and tickets for this journey start from $11.24 when you book in advance.
First train | 12:40 am | |
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Last train | 10:14 pm | |
Departure station | Florence | |
Arrival station | Rome | |
Journey time | From 1h 16m | |
Distance | 144 miles (232 km) | |
Frequency | 51 trains per day | |
Changes | Direct trains available | |
Price | From $11.24 | |
Train and bus operators | Marino, Itabus, Trenitalia, Italo, Autoservizi Salemi, Flixbus |
Frecciarossa trains are Trenitalia's flagship high-speed trains capable of reaching speeds of up to 186 mph (300 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). From December 2021, you can also travel with Frecciarossa from Milan to Paris via Turin, Modane and Chambéry. The trains are operated by Trenitalia France and have 4 levels of service - Standard, Business, Executive and Meeting Room - and two types of carriages: Silence Area, for those who want to travel in total tranquillity, and Allegro Area, for those who want to chat with their fellow passengers.
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).
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.
Frecciargento "silver arrow" high-speed trains connect the main cities of the north-west, central and southern Italy at speeds of up to 155 mph (250 km/h). All Frecciargento trains are equipped with a food carriage, free WiFi, reclining seats and power sockets. There are two levels of service – First Class and Second Class. First Class travellers can enjoy reclining leather seats, welcome service with drink and a sweet or savoury snack, and a free morning newspaper.
With Frecciarossa Standard, you’ll enjoy high-quality services including eco-leather reclining seats, folding tables and free WiFi at a reasonable price.
Providing all the perks of First Class for the price of Second Class, Frecciarossa Premium offers more legroom and baggage space, as well as a welcome service supplying a complimentary sweet or salty snack and a drink. You can also order your meal via the EasyBistrò paid service available on board.
If you’re travelling for work, Frecciarossa Business is the ideal option for you – it offers more legroom, glass dividers for more privacy, EasyBistrò meal service and a private 4-seat compartment called Salottino. A free snack box is also served to your seat.
Frecciarossa Executive can accommodate up to 10 single armchairs and offers plenty of legroom, wider reclining leather seats, free entry to FRECCIALounge at the main train stations, an exclusive open bar and Michelin-starred menu by the renowned Italian TV chef Carlo Cracco.
Although Smart is Italo’s standard and cheapest class, you won’t miss out on the fantastic service! This class provides you with the following amenities:
In addition to all the perks of Italo Smart, Italo Prima also provides a little extra, such as a dedicated Fast Track service and a welcome service.
If you want to travel in style, upgrade to Italo Club Executive and enjoy dedicated catering service, personal screens, and free access to Italo Club Lounge.
Frecciargento's Standard Class comes with plenty of amenities, including reclining seats, power sockets, a Bistrò bar, free WiFi and an entertainment portal.
In addition to all the perks available in Second Class, Frecciargento's First Class also offers a welcome service including a complimentary sweet or savory snack and a a bottle of water of 0.25L.
Travel in Second Class Easy and enjoy seats with folding tables, power outlets and a bar carriage in the middle of the train.
In addition to all the amenities in Second Class Easy, you'll get to enjoy more spacious seats and legroom in First Class Plus.
If you need to request special assistance, you can call the toll-free number 800 90 60 60, which can be reached from a landline in Italy, or the national number +3902323232, which can be reached from a landline or mobile, even from abroad (international calling charges may apply).
Air-conditioning is available on board. You can also charge your devices thanks to the power outlets you can find at your seat.
While there’s no bar or restaurant car on Italo trains, you can use the vending machines on board to get snacks and drinks during your journey.
Priority seats for passengers with reduced mobility are available on Italo trains. They’re usually located next to an accessible toilet. All accessible toilets also have tactile and Braille signs.
Air-conditioning is available on all Italo trains, as well as power outlets at every seat.
If you need to request special assistance, you can call the toll-free number 800 90 60 60, which can be reached from a landline in Italy, or the national number +3902323232, which can be reached from a landline or mobile, even from abroad (international calling charges may apply).
Air-conditioning is available on board. You can also charge your devices thanks to the power outlets you can find at your seat.
You can get snacks and drinks from the vending machines available in car 3. Gluten-free and lactose-free options are available too.
At the moment, Intercity trains do not offer an entertainment portal on board. However, you can make use of your internet data, as well as charge your devices thanks to the power outlets that are available at your seat.
If you need to request special assistance, you can call the toll-free number 800 90 60 60 which can be reached from a landline in Italy, or the national number +3902323232, which can be reached from a landline or mobile, even from abroad (international calling charges may apply).
Air-conditioning is available on all Intercity trains.
Most of the train companies across Europe release their tickets around three to six months in advance, many of which can be cheaper the earlier you book. If you know the dates you want to travel, you may be able to find some cheaper train tickets from Florence to Rome by booking early.§
Many of the train services in Europe are also popular commuter services, lots of train companies increase ticket prices during “peak hours” (generally between 06:00 – 10:00 and 15:00 – 19:00 on weekdays). If you can, consider travelling outside of peak hours to find lower priced tickets.
On some of the busier routes, you might also have the option to take a slower or connecting train. It may take a little longer than some high-speed or direct services, but if you have a little extra time on your hands, you might find a cheaper fare. Plus, you'll have more time to enjoy the view of the countryside!
Take a look at our handy guides to find out when train operators release their special deals and offers to see if you can find cheap European train tickets for your journey.
For specific information about how to get your hands on cheap tickets, check out our European train tickets hub.
If you’re flying to Florence, you’ll land at Florence “Amerigo Vespucci” Airport. Want to know how to get to the city center from the airport? Keep reading for more details.
The tram is the cheapest and easiest way to get from Florence Airport to the city center – you’ll get there in just 15 minutes! As you leave the airport, head out of the front door and turn left. Follow the signs to the T1 tramway stop. Here, you’ll find several ticket machines where you can buy your tickets.
Remember that you need to get on the tram and validate your ticket, which means you need to put it in the small yellow machines near the doors and have the machine stamp the date/time on it to make it valid. If you don't do that, a penalty fare will be issued.
The bus is one of the quickest ways to get from the airport to the city center. You can take the “Vola in Bus” shuttle service from outside the terminal – you’ll arrive at Firenze Santa Maria Novella station in about 20 minutes.
These bus services depart from the airport every 30 minutes between 05:30 am and 08:30 pm, then every hour until 11:45 pm.
Trains to Rome depart from Firenze Santa Maria Novella station. Read on for more information on how to get there.
Depending on where you’re traveling from, you can reach Firenze Santa Maria Novella station by train or bus. If you’re already in or near the city center, you can also walk to the station.
Waiting for your train has never been so relaxing! Both Italo and Frecciarossa welcome you in dedicated First Class Lounges with everything you need to sit back and relax before you travel.
Italo Club Lounges are for Club Executive passengers, as well as Italo Più Privilege and Platinum holders and Italo Più Corporate Privilege and Corporate Platinum holders. You’ll find the following amenities at the Lounge in Firenze Santa Maria Novella station:
You can get free access to the FRECCIALounge at Firenze Santa Maria Novella station if you have:
At FRECCIALounge, you’ll get to enjoy a Working Area with power outlets and free WiFi, as well as a Bistrot Area offering a wide range of snacks and drinks.
Trains departing from Florence arrive at Roma Termini station, which is in the city center. From the station, you can easily walk to the city’s main landmarks, including the Roman Forum, the Colosseum, Trevi Fountain and the Spanish Steps.
There is a wide array of transport options to get you around the city, including metro, buses, and trams. Keep reading for more details.
Taking the metro in Rome
Rome’s metro has 3 lines (A, B and C), of which the first two reach the city’s most important landmarks:
Taking the bus in Rome
Rome has over 350 bus lines, which can be divided into:
Taking the tram in Rome
The tram network in Rome has 6 lines:
All lines run from 05:30 am to midnight every day. At night, the trams are replaced by night buses. It’s worth mentioning that most of these lines do not hold a lot of special interest for tourists. The best line for travelers is Line 8, which connects Trastevere with Largo di Torre Argentina.
One of the most glorious cities in the world, Rome boasts a unique history and exciting modern culture, which means every visit is a treat. Whether you’re planning your first trip or are traveling to visit family or friends, check out some of our ideas for things to see and do in the Eternal City:
After visiting Rome, why not continue exploring Europe by train? With a Eurail Pass, you can travel across 33 European countries as much as you want on participating European train networks for a set amount of travel days.
You can use a Eurail Pass if you’re not a European citizen or resident. If you're a European citizen or a non-European who is an official legal resident of a European country, you can use an Interrail Pass instead.
The average journey time by train between Florence and Rome is 1 hour and 31 minutes, with around 51 trains per day. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.
The fastest journey time by train from Florence to Rome is 1 hour and 16 minutes.
Train tickets from Florence to Rome can start from as little as $11.24 when you book in advance and are usually more expensive when purchased on the day. Prices can also vary depending the time of day, route and class you book.
Yes, it is possible to travel from Florence to Rome without having to change trains. There are 50 direct trains from Florence to Rome each day. Though there may be fewer direct services available depending on your exact departure date.
The first train from Florence to Rome leaves at 00:40. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.
The last train from Florence to Rome leaves at 22:14. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.
Trains travelling from Florence to Rome cover a distance of around 144 miles (232 km) during the journey.
If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Rome to Florence.