Civitavecchia, Lazio to Florence, Tuscany from $22: 6 ways by bus, train, flight or car

• On your train trip from Civitavecchia to Florence, you'll find catering services on Trenitalia's high-speed trains. They offer bistro-style dining where you can purchase light snacks, beverages, and coffee. Additionally, if you opt for First Class, meal options are often included or available for purchase at your seat.

• The most common operators on this route are Trenitalia and Italo. Trenitalia offers different seating classes: First Class (comfort and greater privacy), Business Class (more spacious with some complimentary services), and Economy Class (standard seating). Italo, on the other hand, provides a similar structure with Italo Prima (first class) and Italo Smart (economy class). You can check their websites for schedules and booking: trenitalia.com and italotreno.it

• Upon arriving at Florence Santa Maria Novella Station, expect it to be busy, but well-signposted. There are luggage storage services (left luggage) available where you can store your bags for a few hours. Restroom facilities are accessible, and some stations have shower services as well. To get to the city center quickly, simply walk; it’s only about a 10-15 minute walk from the station to the Duomo. Alternatively, you can catch bus line 1 or line 17 for a quick ride, which are frequent and take you directly into the city.