How do you get from Florence to the coast of Italy?

You can also take a train from Florence to Genoa and travel around the Italian Riviera from there. Direct high-speed trains run twice a day, while multiple regional trains run on an hourly basis.



Florence is an inland city, but you can reach the Italian coast easily in several directions depending on your preference. The most popular coastal destination is the Cinque Terre (Ligurian Coast); you take a train from Florence SMN to La Spezia (approx. 2 hours), then transfer to the local Cinque Terre Express. If you want the closest sandy beaches, you can head to Viareggio or Forte dei Marmi on the Versilia Coast, which is only a 1.5-hour direct train ride or drive away. To reach the Amalfi Coast in the south, the fastest way is the high-speed Frecciarossa train to Salerno (approx. 3.5 hours), followed by a ferry or bus to Amalfi or Positano. For the Tuscan coast (Maremma), you can drive or take a regional train to Livorno or Castiglioncello in about 1.5 hours. Whether you want the dramatic cliffs of the north or the glamorous shores of the south, Florence serves as a perfect central hub with high-speed rail and highway connections to the sea.

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Take the regional train from Florence to Castiglioncello which takes around an hour and 40 minutes with an average cost of 11.40€, one way. Trains at the moment run about every half hour, the station is around 700 meters from the beach. 4.

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There is no direct train from Florence to Positano. Once you reach Naples, things get a bit more difficult because you'll have to take a changeover in Napoli Centrale or Vico Equense. Duration also depends on which and how many stops the train takes along the way.

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As there's no direct train from Florence to Lake Como, you'll need to change trains. If you want to reach your destination in the quickest way possible, we recommend you first take a high-speed Frecciarossa or Italo train from Florence to Milan and then a regional train from Milan to Como.

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There are no direct trains, there are only routes with one or two connections. We recommend you to take a regional train directly to La Spezia and from there change to a local Cinque Terre Express train to your destination in Cinque Terre. The journey takes from 2.5-3 hours, and tickets cost 18-30 euros.

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Getting to the Cinque Terre from Florence is simple and painless. Your 3 options are to take the train, get a rental car, or use a driver/guide. Which option is best for you depends on your budget, your comfort driving in Italy, and what you want to see and do once you arrive.

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If Lake Como is for relaxation plus some adventure, then the Amalfi Coast area is the opposite — plenty of adventure with the options of enjoying a beach day, should you chose.

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Vernazza: Located to the north of the Cinque Terre, Vernazza is probably the most beautiful and picturesque fishing village of Cinque Terre, where its colourful houses hang above the sea level on rugged cliffs. It has a charming natural port and an old castle, built to protect the area from pirates.

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For first-time visitors and those who have only a short time in Florence, we suggest staying in the Centro Storico or historic district. This area is the heart of Florence and here you'll find the magnificent cathedral or duomo – Santa Maria del Fiore – the Uffizi Gallery, and the Palazzo Vecchio.

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The easiest way to get from Florence to Tuscany is a comfortable train ride from Florence. There are two trains available every hour. One train takes you directly to Siena and the other takes you to Empoli where you can change trains. A one-way ticket is generally around €6.80.

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