- Must visit
Galleria degli Uffizi
World-famous Renaissance gallery with masterpieces by Botticelli, Leonardo, Michelangelo, and Caravaggio. One of Florence’s essential art museums and often requires advance booking.
Cheapest price
$12
Average price
$12
Fastest journey
1 h 24 m
Average duration
1 h 33 m
Trains per day
31
Distance
77 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bologna San Ruffillo to Florence Santa Maria Novella is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bologna San Ruffillo to Florence Santa Maria Novella will cost around $12 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $12.
Of the 31 trains that leave Bologna San Ruffillo for Florence Santa Maria Novella on Sat, May 23, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, May 23 the direct trains cover the 77 km distance in an average of 1 h 33 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 24 m .
On Sat, May 23 the slowest trains will take 1 h 36 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 17851
Regionale 17801 · Regionale 18657
Regionale 17807
Regionale 17803 · Regionale 18501
Regionale TTPER 17827 · Regionale 18517
Regionale 17851
Regionale 17853 · Tuscany Line 18539
Regionale 17853 · Regionale 18539
Regionale 17817 · TUSCANY LINE 18509
Regionale 17831 · Tuscany Line 18519Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bologna San Ruffillo to Florence Santa Maria Novella among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 23m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $12, and a bus costs an average of $7.
Distance: 47 miles (77 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$12 Average price Cheapest | $14 Average price | $29 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 53m Average total duration Fastest 1h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 55m Average total duration 1h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 27m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Bologna San Ruffillo to Florence Santa Maria Novella:
A train is $1 (€0.99) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Bologna San Ruffillo to Florence Santa Maria Novella costing on average $14 (€11).
Other travel options to Florence Santa Maria Novella take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 25m.
The journey is about 4m faster (1h 23m by train vs 1h 27m by car) and roughly $17 (€14) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($12 (€10) vs $29 (€24)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with Regionale.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Bologna San Ruffillo to Florence Santa Maria Novella trains for today, Friday, May 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Regionale 17803 · Regionale 18501 | 6:16 AM Bologna San Ruffillo | 1h36 | 7:52 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 17803 · Regionale 18661 | 6:16 AM Bologna San Ruffillo | 1h58 | 8:14 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 17803 · Regionale 18503 | 6:16 AM Bologna San Ruffillo | 1h51 | 8:07 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 17807 | 6:46 AM Bologna San Ruffillo | 1h40 | 8:26 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17809 · Tuscany Line 18505 | 7:16 AM Bologna San Ruffillo | 1h36 | 8:52 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TTPER 17809 · Regionale 18505 | 7:16 AM Bologna San Ruffillo | 1h36 | 8:52 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 17813 · TUSCANY LINE 18507 | 8:16 AM Bologna San Ruffillo | 1h36 | 9:52 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 17813 · Regionale 18507 | 8:16 AM Bologna San Ruffillo | 1h36 | 9:52 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 17815 · TUSCANY LINE 18467 | 8:46 AM Bologna San Ruffillo | 1h37 | 10:23 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 17815 · Regionale 18467 | 8:46 AM Bologna San Ruffillo | 1h37 | 10:23 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TTPER 17827 · Tuscany Line 18517 | 1:16 PM Bologna San Ruffillo | 1h36 | 2:52 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TTPER 17827 · Regionale 18517 | 1:16 PM Bologna San Ruffillo | 1h36 | 2:52 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 17831 · Tuscany Line 18519 | 2:16 PM Bologna San Ruffillo | 1h36 | 3:52 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 17831 · Regionale 18519 | 2:16 PM Bologna San Ruffillo | 1h36 | 3:52 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 17833 · Tuscany Line 18521 | 3:16 PM Bologna San Ruffillo | 1h36 | 4:52 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 17833 · Regionale 18521 | 3:16 PM Bologna San Ruffillo | 1h36 | 4:52 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 17835 · Tuscany Line 18493 | 3:46 PM Bologna San Ruffillo | 1h38 | 5:24 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 17835 · Regionale 18493 | 3:46 PM Bologna San Ruffillo | 1h38 | 5:24 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 17837 · Tuscany Line 18525 | 4:16 PM Bologna San Ruffillo | 1h36 | 5:52 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 17837 · Regionale 18525 | 4:16 PM Bologna San Ruffillo | 1h36 | 5:52 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 17839 · Tuscany Line 18527 | 5:16 PM Bologna San Ruffillo | 1h36 | 6:52 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 17839 · Regionale 18527 | 5:16 PM Bologna San Ruffillo | 1h36 | 6:52 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 17843 · TUSCANY LINE 18529 | 6:16 PM Bologna San Ruffillo | 1h36 | 7:52 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 17843 · Regionale 18529 | 6:16 PM Bologna San Ruffillo | 1h36 | 7:52 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 17845 · TUSCANY LINE 18483 | 6:46 PM Bologna San Ruffillo | 1h38 | 8:24 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 17845 · Regionale 18483 | 6:46 PM Bologna San Ruffillo | 1h38 | 8:24 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TTPER 17847 · TUSCANY LINE 18531 | 7:16 PM Bologna San Ruffillo | 1h36 | 8:52 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TTPER 17847 · Regionale 18531 | 7:16 PM Bologna San Ruffillo | 1h36 | 8:52 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 17851 | 8:46 PM Bologna San Ruffillo | 1h24 | 10:10 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 17853 · Tuscany Line 18539 | 10:16 PM Bologna San Ruffillo | 1h34 | 11:50 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 17853 · Regionale 18539 | 10:16 PM Bologna San Ruffillo | 1h34 | 11:50 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
| Saturday, May 23 | |||||
Regionale 17801 · Regionale 18657 | 5:46 AM Bologna San Ruffillo | 1h42 | 7:28 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Bologna San Ruffillo to Florence Santa Maria Novella run on average 46 times per day, taking around 1h 23m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $12 (€10) but you can travel from only $7 (€6) by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:16, the last at 19:46. The fastest train covers the 47 miles (77 km) distance in 1h 24m.
Distance 47 miles (77 km) |
Average train duration 1h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price $12 (€10) |
Trains per day 46 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 1h 24m |
First train 6:16 AM |
Last train 7:46 PM |
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Discover the best of Firenze Santa Maria Novella — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Firenze Santa Maria Novella trip today.
World-famous Renaissance gallery with masterpieces by Botticelli, Leonardo, Michelangelo, and Caravaggio. One of Florence’s essential art museums and often requires advance booking.
Best known for Michelangelo’s David, plus important Florentine paintings and sculpture. Extremely popular and commonly booked in advance.
Outstanding museum of original works from Florence Cathedral, Baptistery, and Giotto’s Bell Tower, including sculptures by Michelangelo and Donatello.
Florence’s monumental heart, surrounded by the cathedral, baptistery, and bell tower. Constantly lively and essential for first-time visitors.
Historic political square lined with sculptures and dominated by Palazzo Vecchio. One of the city’s most iconic public spaces.
The classic panoramic viewpoint over Florence, highly popular for sunset photos and sweeping skyline views.
Thick-cut T-bone steak from Chianina beef, grilled rare over coals. It is the city’s signature dish and a classic of Florentine cooking.
A hearty Tuscan bread and vegetable soup, usually made with cavolo nero, beans, and stale bread. It is one of Florence’s most traditional comfort foods.
Rustic tomato and bread soup flavored with garlic, basil, and olive oil. A beloved Tuscan staple with simple, local ingredients.
Established Michelin-starred restaurant offering refined Tuscan cuisine in an elegant contemporary setting not far from central Florence.
Historic, no-frills Florentine trattoria popular for traditional daily dishes, ribollita, and hearty meat plates in a classic local atmosphere.
Well-known traditional restaurant with a rustic dining room, famous for Tuscan antipasti and Bistecca Alla Fiorentina served in generous portions.
Moderate by Italian standards. Coffee and casual meals are reasonable, but hotels and tourist-area dining near the station cost more.
Service is often included or covered by coperto. Tipping is not required; round up or leave EUR 1-5 for good service. Taxis can be rounded up.
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