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Compare 3 ways to travel 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 R 79, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Florence and Bologna?
Florence
- APiazza della Stazione 45, 50123 Firenze, Italy
- B
Florence - Piazzale Montelungo
50129 Centro Storico FI, Italy - D
Porta al Prato
Viale Fratelli Rosselli, 50144 Firenze FI, Italy - E
Campo di Marte
50131 Firenze FI, Italy - F
Firenze Campo di Marte
Firenze Campo di Marte, 50131 Firenze FI, Italy
Bologna
- A
Bologna
- B
Corticella
40128 Bologna BO, Italy - C
San Ruffillo
40141 Bologna BO, Italy
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Florence to Bologna 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 Bologna?
The cheapest train tickets from Florence to Bologna start from R 264. The average price for this train route is around R 544. 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 Bologna?
The average train journey time from Florence to Bologna is 38m, covering a distance of 82 km. The quickest train can get you there in 37m and is operated by Trenitalia.
Which train operators serve the Florence to Bologna route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 31 trains available per day, including services from Italo, Trenitalia.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Florence to Bologna?
The earliest train from Florence to Bologna departs at 07:02. And the latest train departs at 22:25.
Which is the best train operator from Florence to Bologna?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Italo, with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 27 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Florence to Bologna?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Italo has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.0.
Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Florence to Bologna?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Trenitalia, with a punctuality rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Florence to Bologna?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Italo, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Florence to Bologna was searched and found on 24 Jan 2026 with a price of R 198To 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 R 198 to R 2 487 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 R 198, which is on 2026-01-29.
Usually 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.
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