The cheapest and fastest trains from Bologna to Florence
Cheapest price
$13
Average price
$45
Fastest journey
35 m
Average duration
35 m
Trains per day
46
Distance
81 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bologna to Florence is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bologna to Florence will cost around $45 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only $13.
Of the 46 trains that leave Bologna for Florence every day 39 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 81 km distance in an average of 35 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 35 m .
The slowest trains will take 35 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
Regionale TTPER 17935 · Regionale 34109
Regionale 17851
Regionale TTPER 17847 · TUSCANY LINE 18533
Regionale TTPER 17859 · Tuscany Line 18527
Regionale 17817 · TUSCANY LINE 18509
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9505
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 8491
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 8477
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 8431
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 8417Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Bologna to Florence
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bologna to Florence among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from $8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 57m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of $8, and a train costs an average of $11.
Distance: 81 km
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1h 27m Average total duration Fastest 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 2m Average total duration 1h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Bologna to Florence train times
The table below shows live departures for Bologna to Florence trains for today, Saturday, 24 January. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FRECCIAROSSA 9583 | 9:27 am Bologna Centrale | 0h40 | 10:07 am Florence Campo di Marte | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 8503 | 9:47 am Bologna Centrale | 0h50 | 10:37 am Florence Campo di Marte | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9411 | 10:02 am Bologna Centrale | 0h48 | 10:50 am Florence Campo di Marte | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9311 | 10:12 am Bologna Centrale | 0h45 | 10:57 am Florence Campo di Marte | 0 changesdirect | |
Intercity 584 | 10:21 am Bologna Centrale | 1h06 | 11:27 am Florence Rifredi | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9527 | 10:27 am Bologna Centrale | 0h40 | 11:07 am Florence Campo di Marte | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9413 | 11:02 am Bologna Centrale | 0h48 | 11:50 am Florence Campo di Marte | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9415 | 12:02 pm Bologna Centrale | 0h45 | 12:47 pm Florence Campo di Marte | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9535 | 12:27 pm Bologna Centrale | 0h40 | 1:07 pm Florence Campo di Marte | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 8419 | 1:02 pm Bologna Centrale | 0h45 | 1:47 pm Florence Campo di Marte | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9539 | 1:27 pm Bologna Centrale | 0h35 | 2:02 pm Florence Rifredi | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9421 | 2:02 pm Bologna Centrale | 0h38 | 2:40 pm Florence Rifredi | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9543 | 2:27 pm Bologna Centrale | 0h35 | 3:02 pm Florence Rifredi | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 8519 | 2:47 pm Bologna Centrale | 0h43 | 3:30 pm Florence Rifredi | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 8479 | 3:27 pm Bologna Centrale | 0h35 | 4:02 pm Florence Rifredi | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9427 | 4:02 pm Bologna Centrale | 0h38 | 4:40 pm Florence Rifredi | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 8481 | 4:27 pm Bologna Centrale | 0h35 | 5:02 pm Florence Rifredi | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9431 | 5:02 pm Bologna Centrale | 0h38 | 5:40 pm Florence Rifredi | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 8483 | 5:27 pm Bologna Centrale | 0h35 | 6:02 pm Florence Rifredi | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 17845 · Regionale 34119 | 5:46 pm Bologna San Ruffillo | 1h29 | 7:15 pm Florence Rifredi | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9433 | 6:02 pm Bologna Centrale | 0h38 | 6:40 pm Florence Rifredi | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 8487 | 6:27 pm Bologna Centrale | 0h33 | 7:00 pm Florence Rifredi | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9435 | 7:02 pm Bologna Centrale | 0h38 | 7:40 pm Florence Rifredi | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 17851 | 7:35 pm Bologna Centrale | 1h35 | 9:10 pm Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 17851 | 7:46 pm Bologna San Ruffillo | 1h24 | 9:10 pm Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9437 | 8:02 pm Bologna Centrale | 0h43 | 8:45 pm Florence Rifredi | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9567 | 8:27 pm Bologna Centrale | 0h38 | 9:05 pm Florence Rifredi | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 17853 · Regionale 34127 | 9:16 pm Bologna San Ruffillo | 1h34 | 10:50 pm Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 change | |
| Sunday, 25 January | |||||
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9505 | 5:27 am Bologna Centrale | 0h35 | 6:02 am Florence Rifredi | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9401 | 6:02 am Bologna Centrale | 0h38 | 6:40 am Florence Rifredi | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 8417 | 6:27 am Bologna Centrale | 0h35 | 7:02 am Florence Rifredi | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9403 | 7:02 am Bologna Centrale | 0h38 | 7:40 am Florence Rifredi | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 8431 | 7:27 am Bologna Centrale | 0h35 | 8:02 am Florence Rifredi | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8513 | 7:47 am Bologna Centrale | 0h36 | 8:23 am Florence Rifredi | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 17817 · TUSCANY LINE 18509 | 8:16 am Bologna San Ruffillo | 1h36 | 9:52 am Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 8443 | 8:27 am Bologna Centrale | 0h35 | 9:02 am Florence Rifredi | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9409 | 9:02 am Bologna Centrale | 0h38 | 9:40 am Florence Rifredi | 0 changesdirect | |
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Overview: Train from Bologna to Florence
Trains from Bologna to Florence run on average 91 times per day, taking around 57m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $11 but you can travel from only $8 by coach.
There are 78 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:35. The fastest train covers the 81 km distance in 37m.
Distance 81 km |
Average train duration 57m |
Cheapest ticket price $11 |
Trains per day 91 |
Direct trains 78 |
Fastest train 37m |
First train 00:01 |
Last train 23:35 |
Train companies: Italo, Frecciarossa, Regionale, Intercity, Frecciargento, Intercity Notte from Bologna to Florence trainsItalo, Frecciarossa, Regionale, Intercity, Frecciargento, Intercity Notte trains will get you between Bologna and Florence from $8. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Bologna to Florence train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bologna to Florence by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Florence, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

When departing from Bologna, you have various train station options to start your journey from including Bologna Centrale, Bologna Mazzini, Bologna S. Vitale and Bologna San Ruffillo. When arriving in Florence, you can end your journey in train stations like Florence Santa Maria Novella, Florence Rifredi and Florence Campo di Marte.
Passengers board the train most frequently from Bologna Centrale, which is located around away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Florence Santa Maria Novella, located away from the city centre.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Bologna and Florence
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00
- Free Wi-Fi.
- Luggage facility, open daily from 07:00 to 22:00, is located in front of binario 7 Ovest (Track 7 West).
- Burger King
- A Cafè
- VyTA Boulangerie
- Venchi
- Scambio
- Juice Bar
- KFC
- Dispensa Emilia
- Lavazza
- Mokà
- & more
- Accessible facilities including barrier-free restrooms, elevators and ramps. Sala Blu mobility assistance available from 07:45 to 22:30 with advanced one-hour notice.
- Starhotels Excelsior
- Millenn Hotel Bologna
- UNA Hotels
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00
- Customer service center is on the ground floor and open every day from 06:30 to 23:00.
- Bus lines: 21, 25, 30, 36, 61, 62, 77, BLQ
- Monorail lines: Marconi Express
- Train lines: FR, FA, FB, IC, ICN, R, Italo, ÖBB EC, EN
- Free parking available near the station
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- Free of charge
- San Ruffillo House
- Hotel Il Guercino
- Hotel Porta San Mamolo
- The station has a simple layout with two platforms and a small waiting area.
- Bus: Several local bus lines available
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available near the station with several spaces for short-term and long-term parking.
- Ristorante Il Patio
- Trattoria Bonora
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Flyon Hotel
- Hotel Bologna Airport
- Hotel Del Borgo
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and platforms
- Hall 2: waiting area and restrooms
- Bus: Several lines available connecting to Bologna city center
- Taxi services available
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00
- Free WiFi (30 minutes limit).
- Provided by KiPoint and located on the ground floor, on the side of Piazza Adua. Open daily from 06:00 to 23:00.
- 12oz Coffee Joint
- Casa Maioli
- Don Nino
- Fratelli Cuore
- McDonald´s
- Panella
- Segafredo Zanetti
- Spizzico
- Venchi
- & many more
- Elevators, escalators, step-free access. Mobility assistance is available with the Sala Blu, located next to Platform 1.
- Hotel Luxor Florence
- Joy Hotel Florence
- Diplomat Hotel Florence
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00
- Located inside and outside the station.
- Tram lines: T1, T2
- Bus lines: 6, 11, 12, 13, 17, 23, 36, 37, C4
- Train lines: FR, FA, Italo
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available near the station, with access from Via dello Steccuto.
- Trattoria Fratelli Briganti
- Osteria di Poneta
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Hotel Raffaello
- Hotel Corolle
- Hotel Dalmazia
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-3 for regional trains
- Hall 2: platform 4-9 for intercity and high-speed trains
- Bus: Several lines available
- Tram: Line T1
- Mon - Sun: 07:15 - 20:45
- Moka Café
- The station is fully accessible, with step-free access throughout the station.
- Florence Stadium B&B
- Hotel Villa Liana
- Hotel della Robbia
- Mon - Sun: 07:15 - 20:45
- Bus lines: 12, 13, 33
- Train lines: FA, IC, ICN, R
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