Florence to Milan — 1 hour 40 minutes through the mountains

The Frecciarossa eats this route for breakfast. 1h40 through Apennine tunnels, from €19.90. Faster than Florence to Rome.

Best overallFast

1h 40minDuration

€19.90–59Cost

Every 20–30minFrequency

Firenze SMN → Milano Centrale, no change. Book 2–3 weeks ahead for €19.90.

Flexible

3–3.5hDuration

€30 tolls + fuelCost

AnytimeFrequency

300km motorway through Bologna, Modena, Parma. Drive only if stopping en route.

The verdict

Frecciarossa. Faster than driving, cheaper than flying, center to center.