Florence's Gateway: Stazione Ferroviaria Santa Maria Novella

Getting There

• Car

  If you are traveling by car from Valdarno to Stazione Ferroviaria Firenze Santa Maria Novella, start on the A1 motorway (Autostrada del Sole). Take the exit for Firenze Scandicci and follow signs for Firenze. Merge onto the Fi-Pi-Li (Florence-Pisa-Livorno) road, and then take the exit for Centro. Continue on the Viale Redi and follow signs for the train station. There is parking available near the station, but it can be costly, typically around €2-3 per hour.

• Train

  For those using public transportation, you can catch a train from the various train stations in Valdarno, such as Montevarchi or Figline Valdarno. Trains to Florence are frequent, and the journey takes approximately 30-40 minutes. Once you arrive at the Firenze Santa Maria Novella station, you will find yourself right in the city center. A one-way ticket costs around €4-6 depending on your departure station.

• Bus

  You can also take a bus from various towns in Valdarno to Florence. Bus services such as SITA and Lazzi operate routes to Florence, with stops at Piazza della Stazione, which is right outside the train station. The bus journey may take about 1 hour and costs approximately €5-8.

• Taxi or Ride-Sharing

  If you prefer a more direct route, consider taking a taxi or using a ride-sharing service like Uber. Taxis can be booked via phone or found at taxi ranks in Valdarno. The cost will vary depending on your exact location but expect to pay between €60-80 for a ride to Florence.