Rome to Florence
Distance & Transfer Guide
Distance
280 km
Drive Time
3–3.5 hrs
By Train
1h 30min
Transfer From
€350
Route Summary
From
Rome
To
Florence
Rome to Florence —
Distance & Travel Options
Rome to Florence is 280 km by road via the A1 motorway (Autostrada del Sole), Italy's main north-south motorway. By private transfer the journey takes 3–3.5 hours depending on traffic. The train (Frecciarossa) takes 1 hour 30 minutes but runs station-to-station — you still need transport from Roma Termini and again from Firenze Santa Maria Novella to your hotel.
A private transfer is door-to-door from any Rome address to any Florence address with no connections, no luggage on trains, and a fixed agreed price..
Via A1 motorway (Autostrada del Sole)
Option to stop in Orvieto or Arezzo
Door-to-door — no station transfer needed
Fixed price, no meter
Train Note
High-speed Frecciarossa — but from station to station only
Rome to Florence — FAQs
How far is Rome to Florence by road?
Rome to Florence is approximately 280 km by road via the A1 motorway.
How long does the Rome to Florence drive take?
The drive from Rome to Florence takes 3–3.5 hours in normal traffic conditions via the A1.
Is it better to take the train or a private transfer from Rome to Florence?
The Frecciarossa is faster (1h 30min) but goes station to station. A private transfer takes longer but is door-to-door — no transfers at either end, no luggage restrictions, and a fixed price for the whole journey.
Can I stop on the way from Rome to Florence?
Yes. With a private transfer you can stop en route — Orvieto, Arezzo, or Chianti vineyards are popular stops. Just mention this when booking.
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