How much is the train ticket from Florence to Lecce?

The cheapest train tickets from Florence to Lecce start from R 1 469. The average price for this train route is around R 2 594. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Florence to Lecce?

The average train journey time from Florence to Lecce is 7h 37m, covering a distance of 687 km. The quickest train can get you there in 7h 32m and is operated by Trenitalia .

Which train operators serve the Florence to Lecce route?

Several major train operators run on this route, with 1 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Florence to Lecce?

The earliest train from Florence to Lecce departs at 07:20. And the latest train departs at 16:14.

Train Florence to Lecce from R 1 186

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Florence to Lecce on 1 June
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location
Train	07:10	Santa Maria Novella	8h 58m	16:08	Lecce
Train	08:14	Santa Maria Novella	8h 12m	16:26	Lecce
Train	15:14	Santa Maria Novella	8h 32m	23:46	Lecce
Train	15:20	Santa Maria Novella	8h 37m	23:57	Lecce
Train	08:21	Santa Maria Novella	10h 56m	19:17	Lecce

Compare 2 ways to travel from Florence to Lecce

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Lecce. The journey takes about 13 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just R 353, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

18bus per day

13h 35mAverage duration

689 kmDistance

17kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 353 - R 3 097	Average duration13h 35m	CO₂ emissions 17kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 1 469 - R 4 388	Average duration7h 37m	CO₂ emissions 16kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Florence and Lecce?

Florence

A
Santa Maria Novella
Piazza della Stazione 45, 50123 Firenze, Italy
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B
Sesto Fiorentino
Piazza Luigi Galvani, 12, 50019 Comune di Sesto Fiorentino FI, Italy
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C
Florence - Piazzale Montelungo
50129 Centro Storico FI, Italy
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D
Florence Airport
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E
Campo di Marte
50131 Firenze FI, Italy
F
Rifredi
Via Renato Fantoni, 50127 Firenze FI, Italy

Lecce

A
Lecce
Lecce Railway Station, Piazzale Oronzo Massari, 73100 Lecce LE, Italy
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B
Lecce Fermata
Via della Lira Italiana, 2, 73100 Lecce LE, Italy
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Train Companies

Trenitalia

4.0/559 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.6

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi2.5

Based on 59 reviews, the company was rated 4 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the temperature and the departure location but often complained about the Wi-Fi. Trenitalia ticket prices on this trip start at R 1 469

IT train companies: Trenitalia, Deutsche Bahn, RegioJet, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn ICE, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Italo

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Florence to Lecce by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Florence to Lecce?
The cheapest train tickets from Florence to Lecce start from R 1 469. The average price for this train route is around R 2 594. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Florence to Lecce?
The average train journey time from Florence to Lecce is 7h 37m, covering a distance of 687 km. The quickest train can get you there in 7h 32m and is operated by Trenitalia.
Which train operators serve the Florence to Lecce route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 1 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Florence to Lecce?
The earliest train from Florence to Lecce departs at 07:20. And the latest train departs at 16:14.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

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R 1 987

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R 1 518

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R 1 782

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R 1 186

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The cheapest trip from Florence to Lecce was searched and found on 03 Jun 2026 with a price of R 1 186

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Florence to Lecce as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 1 186 to R 4 319 for a train ticket from Florence to Lecce based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 186, which is on 2026-06-03.