Trains tickets from Florence to Bologna

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Today15 Jun
from US$16
Tomorrow16 Jun
from US$16
Tue17 Jun
from US$38
Wed18 Jun
from US$16
Thu19 Jun
from US$16
Fri20 Jun
from US$16
Sat21 Jun
from US$32
Sun22 Jun
from US$17

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: 16 June at
    Departure city: Florence
    Departure location: Firenze Campo di Marte
    Arrival time: 16 June at
    Destination city: Bologna
    Destination location: Bologna Centrale
    Operated by: Trenitalia RegionaleTrenitalia Regionale
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: 16 June at
    Departure city: Florence
    Departure location: Santa Maria Novella
    Arrival time: 16 June at
    Destination city: Bologna
    Destination location: Bologna Centrale
    Operated by: Trenitalia Frecciarossa1000Trenitalia Frecciarossa1000
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 16 June at
    Departure city: Florence
    Departure location: Santa Maria Novella
    Arrival time: 16 June at
    Destination city: Bologna
    Destination location: Bologna Centrale
    Operated by: Trenitalia Frecciarossa1000Trenitalia Frecciarossa1000
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 16 June at
    Departure city: Florence
    Departure location: Santa Maria Novella
    Arrival time: 16 June at
    Destination city: Bologna
    Destination location: Bologna Centrale
    Operated by: Trenitalia FrecciarossaTrenitalia Frecciarossa
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 16 June at
    Departure city: Florence
    Departure location: Santa Maria Novella
    Arrival time: 16 June at
    Destination city: Bologna
    Destination location: Bologna Centrale
    Operated by: ItaloItalo
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Florence to Bologna

Bus
Average priceUS$7 - US$75Average duration1h 20m
2kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$15 - US$273Average duration38m
2kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Fastest
Carpool
Average priceUS$5 - US$31Average duration1h 10m
3kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
Cheapest
busbud logoBusbud recommends carpooling from Florence to Bologna

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Bologna. The journey takes about 1 hour 10 minutes and with fares starting at just US$5, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

25.439024390243908carpool per day
1h 10mAverage duration
US$5Cheapest ticket
3kgCO₂ emissions

Train Florence to Bologna: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket priceUS$37
Average train trip duration38m
Number of daily trains34
Earliest train departure07:02
Distance51 miles
Latest train departure22:25

Florence to Bologna Train

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Florence - Bologna

  1. How much does a cheap train ticket from Florence to Bologna cost?

    The average train ticket price from Florence to Bologna is US$37. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Florence to Bologna is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

  2. How long is the train trip from Florence to Bologna?

    A train trip between Florence and Bologna is around 38m, although the fastest train will take about 33m. This is the time it takes to travel the 51 miles that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily train are there between Florence and Bologna?

    The number of trains from Florence to Bologna can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 34. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Florence to Bologna by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

  4. What are the departure and arrival stations for a train from Florence to Bologna?

    Trains travelling between Florence and Bologna leave from Santa Maria Novella or Florence - Piazzale Montelungo and arrive at Bologna, Corticella, San Ruffillo.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
13/06
US$12
14/06
US$37
Today
US$12
16/06
US$12
17/06
US$33
18/06
US$12
19/06
US$12
20/06
US$12
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Florence to Bologna was searched and found on 15 Jun 2025 with a price of US$12

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

You can expect to pay from US$12 to US$269 for a train ticket from Florence to Bologna based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$12, which is on 2025-06-16.

Usually NTV_ITALO will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Do you like to go fast? With high-speed trains going faster than 300 km/h on certain routes, the time will fly by. Taking a train between Florence and Bologna is also a great way to travel to arrive in the city centre and save more time for your stay in Bologna.

No matter if you plan to take a regional or high-speed train to Bologna, the planet will thank you. You’ll help to protect the beautiful landscapes that will unfold before your very eyes.

By choosing the train between Florence and Bologna, you emit up to 30 times less CO2 than for the same journey made by plane or car!

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your train trip from Florence to Bologna while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

Some trains in Sweden can recover more than a fifth of the energy they use by braking. This is especially true with ore trains as they descend from Narvik to Kiruna.

The first high-speed train line was inaugurated in 1964, in Japan, to connect Tokyo with Osaka. It was during the Olympics that the first passengers travelled aboard the Shinkansen at a speed of 210 km / h.

Railway companies played a major role as early as 1883 in the use of time zones as we know them today.

Will you be returning to Florence by train?

Train from Bologna to Florence

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