The cheapest and fastest trains from Florence to Bologna Centrale
Cheapest price
€11
Average price
€21
Fastest journey
33 m
Average duration
36 m
Trains per day
95
Distance
83 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Florence 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 to Bologna Centrale will cost around €21 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €11.
Of the 95 trains that leave Florence for Bologna Centrale on Sun, Dec 21, 87 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Dec 21 the direct trains cover the 83 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 Sun, Dec 21 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.
Regionale 17852
TUSCANY LINE 18510 · Regionale 17820
Regionale 17800
TUSCANY LINE 18526 · Regionale 17838
Tuscany Line 18522 · Regionale 17836
FRECCIAROSSA 9574
FRECCIAROSSA 8508
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 8528
FRECCIAROSSA 9432
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 8526Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Florence to Bologna Centrale
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Florence to Bologna Centrale among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 1m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €6, and a train costs an average of €9.
Distance: 83 km
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1h 31m Average total duration Fastest 1h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 0m Average total duration 1h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Florence to Bologna Centrale train times
The table below shows live departures for Florence to Bologna Centrale trains for today, Saturday, December 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Regionale 18488 · Regionale 17806 | 5:03 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1h52 | 6:55 AM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9574 | 5:55 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h33 | 6:28 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Tuscany Line 18502 · Regionale 17810 | 6:09 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1h46 | 7:55 AM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9300 | 6:10 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h38 | 6:48 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9400 | 6:20 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h38 | 6:58 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
9904 | 6:25 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h38 | 7:03 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 | |
Tuscany Line 18504 · Regionale TTPER 17814 | 7:09 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1h46 | 8:55 AM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9404 | 7:20 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h38 | 7:58 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 580 | 7:21 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1h17 | 8:38 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 | |
Regionale 17816 | 7:41 AM Florence Rifredi | 1h44 | 9:25 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 | |
TUSCANY LINE 18508 · Regionale 17818 | 8:09 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1h46 | 9:55 AM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
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 | |
TUSCANY LINE 18662 · Regionale 17820 | 8:47 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2h08 | 10:55 AM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9516 | 8:55 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h38 | 9:33 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
8956 | 9:05 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h38 | 9:43 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 | |
Regionale 18832 · Regionale 17822 | 9:40 AM Florence Rifredi | 2h15 | 11:55 AM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
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 | 10:20 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h38 | 10:58 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
9920 | 10:25 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h38 | 11:03 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 | On time 11:20 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h38 | 11:58 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
9924 | 11:25 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h38 | 12:03 PM 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 | |
Tuscany Line 18514 · Regionale 17828 | 12:09 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1h46 | 1:55 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 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 | |
Intercity 588 | 12:33 PM Florence Rifredi | 1h14 | 1:47 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 | |
Tuscany Line 18518 · Regionale TTPER 17850 | 1:09 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1h46 | 2:55 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9420 | 1:20 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h38 | 1:58 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
9932 | 1:25 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h38 | 2:03 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 | |
Tuscany Line 18520 · Regionale 17834 | 2:09 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1h46 | 3:55 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9422 | 2:20 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h38 | 2:58 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
8134 | 2:25 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h38 | 3:03 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 590 | 2:33 PM Florence Rifredi | 1h17 | 3:50 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9540 | 2:55 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h38 | 3:33 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Tuscany Line 18522 · Regionale 17836 | 3:09 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1h46 | 4:55 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9423 | 3:20 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h38 | 3:58 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
9940 | 3:25 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h38 | 4:03 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
8918 | 3:39 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h39 | 4:18 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9544 | 3:55 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h38 | 4:33 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Tuscany Line 18524 · Regionale 17838 | 4:09 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1h46 | 5:55 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
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 | |
9946 | 4:25 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h38 | 5:03 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
8928 | 4:39 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h39 | 5:18 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 | |
TUSCANY LINE 18482 · Regionale 17842 | 5:37 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1h48 | 7:25 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
8920 | 5:39 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h39 | 6:18 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 592 | 5:45 PM Florence Rifredi | 1h11 | 6:56 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 | |
9958 | 6:25 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h38 | 7:03 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 8526 | 6:36 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h37 | 7:13 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
TUSCANY LINE 18484 · Regionale 17844 | 6:37 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1h43 | 8:20 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
8922 | 6:39 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h39 | 7:18 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 596 | 6:41 PM Florence Rifredi | 1h01 | 7:42 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 | |
TUSCANY LINE 18486 · Regionale TTPER 17856 | 7:38 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1h47 | 9:25 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
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 | |
Regionale 17852 | 9:22 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1h28 | 10:50 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
9962 | 9:25 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h38 | 10:03 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
InterCityNotte 774 | 1:03 AM Florence Campo di Marte | 2h18 | 3:21 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 17800 | 3:32 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1h44 | 5:16 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Overview: Train from Florence to Bologna Centrale
Trains from Florence to Bologna Centrale run on average 84 times per day, taking around 1h 1m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €9 but you can travel from only €6 by bus.
There are 71 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:09, the last at 20:33. The fastest train covers the 83 km distance in 38m.
Distance 83 km |
Average train duration 1h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price €9 |
Trains per day 84 |
Direct trains 71 |
Fastest train 38m |
First train 05:09 |
Last train 20:33 |
Train companies: Italo, Frecciarossa, Regionale, Intercity, Intercity Notte, Frecciargento from Florence to Bologna Centrale trainsItalo, Frecciarossa, Regionale, Intercity, Intercity Notte, Frecciargento trains will get you between Florence and Bologna Centrale from €6. 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 to Bologna Centrale
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Florence 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 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
- 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
- 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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