Fastest way from Verona to Florence: Train (Trenitalia / Italo), about 1h 32min (from €23). Cheapest: Bus, from €7 (about 3h). Main companies selling this route on 12Go (checked on October 27, 2026): FlixBus, NTV, Itabus; main departure point: Girolamo Cardinale Avenue.
There are 2 ways to get from Verona to Florence
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Companies selling this route on 12Go
Offers listed on 12Go on October 27, 2026 for a departure on November 17, 2026. Timetables and prices change with the date: check them before booking.
| Company | Mode | Departs from | From | Offers |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NTV | Train | Verona Porta Nuova | €23 | 5 |
| FlixBus | Bus | Girolamo Cardinale Avenue | €7 | 7 |
| Itabus | Bus | Verona Viale Palladio III | €14 | 2 |
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Practical tips
High-speed fares rise as the departure date approaches. Book your train as soon as your plans are fixed, and compare both Trenitalia and Italo before paying, so you never pay the last-minute price for a seat.
Verona's main railway station for this trip is Verona Porta Nuova. Make sure your ticket shows it as the departure point, and avoid confusing it with smaller local stops if you book regional services.
Check which Florence stop your ticket arrives at. Florence Santa Maria Novella is the central station for most travellers, close to the historic centre, so confirm it before booking and avoid a needless transfer.
If you are not in a hurry, the coach is the cheaper way to travel. Keep it for days when your schedule is flexible, and arrive at the stop early to find your bay and board comfortably.
After booking online, save your confirmation and ticket on your phone. Check the departure point and platform or bay on the day, as they can change, and keep a copy available offline.
The journey experience
Going from Verona to Florence is one of the easiest links in northern Italy, and the choice is simple: the train is the fast, comfortable option, while the coach is the budget pick. The side-by-side table on this page shows the times and price ranges for both, so you can decide in a few seconds.
By train, you can choose between Trenitalia and Italo on the main line, with comfortable seats, luggage racks and a smooth ride through the Po Valley and across the Apennines. Trains leave from the city centre station and arrive right in Florence, which saves you a transfer. The coach is the alternative if you want to keep costs low. It is slower and less flexible on timing, but it suits flexible travellers who do not mind a longer day and want to save money for the rest of the trip.
My advice: if your schedule is tight or you are travelling on a weekend or in high season, book the train early, because last-minute fares can climb quickly. If your budget matters more than your time, the coach is a perfectly good choice. Either way, check the departure point on your ticket before you leave, and book online for instant confirmation so there are no surprises on the day.
Frequently asked questions — Verona → Florence
The train is clearly faster. It takes about 1 h 30 to 1 h 50 between Verona and Florence, while the coach takes about 3 h to 3 h 25. If saving time matters, choose the train. If your budget comes first and your day is flexible, the coach still works well.
The train starts from €23, with typical fares up to €24 when booked in good time. The coach starts from €7, with typical fares up to €11. The coach is therefore the cheaper choice, while the train costs more but saves a lot of time on the day.
For most travellers, the train is the best choice: it takes about 1 h 30 to 1 h 50, runs with Trenitalia and Italo, and drops you in Florence. Choose the coach, from €7, if you want to keep costs as low as possible and can spare the extra time.
By train, the journey takes about 1 h 30 to 1 h 50 depending on the service. By coach, it takes about 3 h to 3 h 25. Allow a little extra time on either option to reach the station or stop and board without stress.
Trains to Florence leave from Verona Porta Nuova, the city's main railway station. Always check the departure point on your ticket when you book, and look at the departure board on the day for the platform, since platforms are confirmed shortly before departure.
Why visit Florence?
- ✓ Climb the Duomo's dome by Brunelleschi for a panoramic view over Tuscan rooftops
- ✓ Admire Michelangelo's David and Botticelli's Birth of Venus at the Accademia and Uffizi Galleries
- ✓ Stroll across the Ponte Vecchio and watch the sunset from Piazzale Michelangelo
- ✓ Taste a bistecca alla fiorentina and fresh produce at the Mercato Centrale and Sant'Ambrogio market
- ✓ Explore the Boboli Gardens and the Pitti Palace, the Medici family's former residence
When to visit Florence?
MEDITERRANEAN CONTINENTAL CLIMATE
April to June and September to October — mild, pleasant temperatures and fewer extreme summer heat waves
What to do in Florence?
Local experiences, must-see sights and activities selected for you
How long to visit Florence?
Plan 2 to 3 days to see Florence properly. In 2 days you can cover the Duomo, the Uffizi, the Accademia and the Ponte Vecchio; a third day lets you add the Pitti Palace, the Oltrarno district and sunset at Piazzale Michelangelo. Book Uffizi and Accademia tickets online in advance, and use a 4th day for a day trip to Pisa, Siena or the Chianti hills.
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