Bus and Train from Florence to Bologna: Tickets & Schedules

Next available departures

Next departures for Florence to Bologna on June 8
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Itabus
Terminal Bus Villa Constanza
Bologna AutostazioneCheapest
Trenitalia Frecciarossa
Santa Maria Novella
Bologna CentraleFastest
Appennino Shuttle
Florence - Piazzale Montelungo
Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ)No tags
Itabus
Terminal Bus Villa Constanza
Bologna AutostazioneNo tags
MarinoBus
Terminal Bus Villa Constanza
Bologna AutostazioneNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 3:32 PM CEST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Florence to Bologna

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Bologna. The journey takes about 39 minutes and with fares starting at just $17, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

27train per day
39mAverage Duration
51 milesDistance
2kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$8 - $80Average Duration1h 20m
2kg CO₂e
Average Price$17 - $279Average Duration39m
2kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Florence to Bologna by bus or train

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

  1. How much is a ticket from Florence to Bologna?

    The cheapest tickets from Florence to Bologna start from $8. The average price for this route is around $21. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the ride from Florence to Bologna?

    The average trip duration from Florence to Bologna is 59m, covering a distance of 52 miles (83 km). The quickest vehicle can get you there in 37m and is operated by Trenitalia.

  3. Which companies service the Florence to Bologna route?

    Several major companies operate on this route with 41 trips available per day, including services from FlixBus, Itabus, Appennino Shuttle, MarinoBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, BusItalia, Sellitto, Italo, Trenitalia.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time from Florence to Bologna?

    The earliest trip departs from Florence to Bologna at 12:05am. And the latest trip departs at 11:40pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the trip from Florence to Bologna?

    A trip from Florence to Bologna generates an estimated 2.0632 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

  6. What is the best company from Florence to Bologna?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated company on this route is Sellitto, with an average rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 1 reviews.

  7. Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Florence to Bologna?

    Based on reviews on Busbud, the company Sellitto has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.

  8. Which company has the most timely service from Florence to Bologna?

    According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely company on this route is Appennino Shuttle, with a punctuality rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.

  9. Which company has the cleanest vehicles from Florence to Bologna?

    According to Busbud traveler reviews, the company with the cleanest vehicles on this route is Sellitto, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses and trains

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

Best price found
06/05
$9
06/06
$7
Today
$6
06/08
$6
06/09
$6
06/10
$6
06/11
$6
06/12
$6
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Florence to Bologna was searched and found on Jun 7, 2026 with a price of $6

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

You can expect to pay from $6 to $272 for a bus or train ticket from Florence to Bologna based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $6 which is on 2026-06-08.

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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