The cheapest and fastest trains from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Bologna Centrale
Cheapest price
€27
Average price
€31
Fastest journey
33 m
Average duration
36 m
Trains per day
79
Distance
81 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Bologna Centrale is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Bologna Centrale will cost around €31 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €27.
Of the 79 trains that leave Florence Santa Maria Novella for Bologna Centrale on Mon, Nov 10, 79 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Nov 10 the direct trains cover the 81 km distance in an average of 36 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 33 m .
On Mon, Nov 10 the slowest trains will take 37 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.
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FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9504
FRECCIAROSSA 8506
FRECCIAROSSA 8508
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 8528
FRECCIAROSSA 9432Travel Information
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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Bologna Centrale among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 2m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €7, and a train costs an average of €9.
Distance: 81 km
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Live departures
Florence Santa Maria Novella to Bologna Centrale train times
The table below shows live departures for Florence Santa Maria Novella to Bologna Centrale trains for today, Sunday, November 9. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9504 | On time 5:55 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h33 | 6:28 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9400 | 6:20 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h38 | 6:58 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
8900 | 6:39 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h39 | 7:18 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9508 | 6:55 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h38 | 7:33 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9404 | 7:20 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h38 | 7:58 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
9908 | 7:25 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h38 | 8:03 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 8502 | 7:36 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h37 | 8:13 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
8924 | 7:39 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h39 | 8:18 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9512 | 7:55 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h38 | 8:33 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
8954 | 8:05 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h38 | 8:43 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9304 | 8:10 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h38 | 8:48 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9406 | 8:20 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h38 | 8:58 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
9912 | 8:25 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h38 | 9:03 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
8904 | 8:39 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h39 | 9:18 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9516 | 8:55 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h38 | 9:33 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
8956 | 9:07 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h38 | 9:45 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9490 | 9:20 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h38 | 9:58 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
9916 | 9:25 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h38 | 10:03 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8506 | 9:36 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h37 | 10:13 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
8906 | 9:39 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h39 | 10:18 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9520 | 9:55 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h38 | 10:33 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9308 | 10:10 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h38 | 10:48 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9414 | On time 10:20 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h38 | 10:58 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8508 | 10:36 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h37 | 11:13 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
8908 | 10:39 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h39 | 11:18 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9524 | 10:55 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h38 | 11:33 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9310 | 11:10 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h38 | 11:48 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9416 | 11:20 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h38 | 11:58 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 8509 | 11:36 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h37 | 12:13 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
8910 | 11:39 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h39 | 12:18 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9514 | 11:55 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h38 | 12:33 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8418 | 12:20 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h38 | 12:58 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
9928 | 12:25 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h38 | 1:03 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
8914 | 12:39 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h39 | 1:18 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9532 | 12:55 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h38 | 1:33 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
8960 | 1:05 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h38 | 1:43 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9420 | 1:20 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h38 | 1:58 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
8916 | 1:39 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h39 | 2:18 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9584 | 1:55 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h38 | 2:33 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9422 | 2:20 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h38 | 2:58 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9540 | 2:55 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h38 | 3:33 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9423 | 3:20 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h38 | 3:58 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8520 | 3:36 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h37 | 4:13 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9544 | 3:55 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h38 | 4:33 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9320 | 4:10 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h38 | 4:48 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9426 | 4:20 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h38 | 4:58 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9588 | 4:55 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h38 | 5:33 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9428 | 5:20 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h38 | 5:58 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
9948 | 5:25 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h38 | 6:03 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8524 | 5:36 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h37 | 6:13 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
8920 | 5:39 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h39 | 6:18 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9552 | 5:55 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h38 | 6:33 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9430 | 6:20 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h38 | 6:58 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 8526 | 6:36 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h37 | 7:13 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
8922 | 6:39 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h39 | 7:18 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9556 | 6:55 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h38 | 7:33 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
8966 | 7:05 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h38 | 7:43 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9326 | 7:10 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h38 | 7:48 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
9954 | 7:25 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h38 | 8:03 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 8528 | 7:36 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h37 | 8:13 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9432 | 7:41 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h37 | 8:18 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9560 | 7:55 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h38 | 8:33 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
8968 | 8:05 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h38 | 8:43 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9328 | 8:10 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h38 | 8:48 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9434 | 8:20 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h38 | 8:58 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
8158 | 8:25 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h38 | 9:03 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9330 | 8:36 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h37 | 9:13 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9592 | 8:55 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h40 | 9:35 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
9962 | 9:25 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h38 | 10:03 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Overview: Train from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Bologna Centrale
Trains from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Bologna Centrale run on average 65 times per day, taking around 1h 2m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €9 but you can travel from only €7 by bus.
There are 52 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:09, the last at 20:25. The fastest train covers the 81 km distance in 37m.
Distance 81 km |
Average train duration 1h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price €9 |
Trains per day 65 |
Direct trains 52 |
Fastest train 37m |
First train 05:09 |
Last train 20:25 |
Train companies: Italo, Frecciarossa, Regionale, Intercity, Frecciargento, Intercity Notte from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Bologna Centrale trainsItalo, Frecciarossa, Regionale, Intercity, Frecciargento, Intercity Notte trains will get you between Florence Santa Maria Novella and Bologna Centrale from €7. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Bologna Centrale
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Bologna Centrale 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 Bologna Centrale, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Bologna Centrale
- 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
- 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
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