How to get from Rio to Florence by bus, ferry and train?

From Rio to Florence by bus, ferry and train

To get from Rio to Florence you’ll need to take one bus line, one ferry line and one train line: take the 117 bus from Rio Elba, Padreterno Junction station to Portoferraio Italia Dock station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the A2F ferry and finally take the R train from Piombino Maritime station to Florence Santa Maria Novella station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 7 hr 13 min. The bus, ferry and train schedule from Rio may change. We recommend you check the updated bus, ferry and train schedule to Florence on the Moovit app.

433min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 117117
Ferry - A2FA2F
Train - R
Walk to Florence
Leaves from Rio Elba, Padreterno Junction

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Rio Elba, Padreterno Junction
    ID RIO377
    30 m • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 117117
    Wait for bus
    117
    Portoferraio Italia Dock
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Portoferraio Italia Dock
    ID PFE201
    64 min
  • 4
    Walk to ferry station
    Walk to ferry station
    Portoferraio
    ID PF
    120 m • 2 min
  • 5
    Ferry - A2FA2F
    Wait for ferry
    A2F
    Piombino
  • 6
    Ride to ferry station
    Ride to ferry station
    Piombino
    ID PI
    35 min
  • 7
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Piombino Maritime
    250 m • 4 min
  • 8
    Train - R
    Wait for train
    R
    Florence Santa Maria Novella
  • 9
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Florence Santa Maria Novella
    194 min
  • 10
    Walk to Florence
    Walk to
    Florence
    1.14 km • 15 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Rio to Florence

The distance between Rio and Florence is approximately 241.29 km, which can typically be travelled in 433 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Rio to Florence by bus, ferry and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Florence – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus, Ferry And Train schedule from Rio to Florence

To check the bus, ferry and train schedule from Rio to Florence using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Rio) and destination (Florence), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus, ferry and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus, ferry and train, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest bus, ferry and train schedules.

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Rio to Florence?

    The fastest way takes 433 minutes, using Bus line 117, Ferry line A2F, Train line R.

  • Is there a direct bus between Rio and Florence in Florence?

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line, one ferry line and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 7 hr 13 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Rio to Florence in Florence?

    The 117 bus line goes from Rio Elba, Padreterno Junction station near Rio in Florence to Portoferraio Italia Dock. From there you’ll have to take one ferry line and one train line till Portoferraio Italia Dock near Florence.

  • How long does it take to travel from Rio to Florence in Florence by bus, ferry and train?

    The total travel time between Rio and Florence by bus, ferry and train is about 7 hr 13 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Rio to get to Florence in Florence?

    Get on the 117 bus from the Rio Elba, Padreterno Junction stop near Rio in Florence.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Rio and Florence in Florence?

    Get off the bus at the Portoferraio Italia Dock, which is closest to Florence.

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