- Must visit
Galleria degli Uffizi
Florence’s flagship art museum, famous for Botticelli, Leonardo, Michelangelo, and Raphael. Timed entry is strongly advised due to very high demand.
Take a train from Bologna Zanolini to Florence Santa Maria Novella and enjoy the approximately 49 miles (80 km) long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
Distance 49 miles (80 km) |
Trains per day 3 |
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Florence’s flagship art museum, famous for Botticelli, Leonardo, Michelangelo, and Raphael. Timed entry is strongly advised due to very high demand.
Best known for Michelangelo’s David, plus important Florentine paintings and sculpture. Advance booking is commonly needed.
Vast former Medici palace housing several museum collections, including Palatine Gallery interiors and royal apartments.
The symbolic heart of Florence, packed with the cathedral complex and some of the city’s most photographed architecture.
Historic civic square filled with monumental sculpture and framed by Palazzo Vecchio and the Loggia dei Lanzi.
The classic panoramic terrace over Florence, especially popular at sunset and widely featured in travel photography and social media.
The iconic Florentine T-bone steak, cut very thick from Chianina beef and grilled rare over coals. It is one of the city’s most famous traditional dishes.
A classic Florentine street food made from the fourth stomach of the cow, simmered in broth and usually served in a bread roll with green sauce or spicy oil.
A hearty Tuscan soup of bread, cannellini beans, and vegetables, especially black cabbage. It is a rustic peasant dish strongly associated with Florence and Tuscany.
Established Michelin-starred restaurant offering refined contemporary Tuscan cuisine in an elegant setting within central Florence.
Long-established local favorite known for its intimate old-school atmosphere and classic dishes such as butter chicken and Tuscan comfort food.
Historic, no-frills Florentine trattoria near the central market, famous for traditional Tuscan dishes including steak, ribollita, and hearty daily specials.
Moderate for Italy: cafés 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 obligatory; round up or leave EUR 1-2 at cafés, 5-10% for great restaurant service, and round up taxis.
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Firenze Santa Maria Novella -> Piazza del Duomo, Florence
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bologna Zanolini to Florence Santa Maria Novella 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 Florence Santa Maria Novella, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Bologna Zanolini to Florence Santa Maria Novella trains use the Bologna Centrale to Firenze Santa Maria Novella station pair, with some services arriving at Firenze Rifredi. Use this guide to compare Bologna Zanolini and Florence Santa Maria Novella train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Bologna Centrale is 1 km from Bologna city centre. Public transport options include:
Bologna Centrale has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Burger King, A Cafè, VyTA Boulangerie, Venchi, Scambio, Juice Bar, KFC, Dispensa Emilia, Lavazza, Mokà, & more
Free Wi-Fi. . ATMs are aTM is located in the main hall.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00. Information desks are customer service center is on the ground floor and open every day from 06:30 to 23:00.
Luggage storage is luggage facility, open daily from 07:00 to 22:00, is located in front of binario 7 Ovest (Track 7 West).
Available at Bologna Centrale: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bologna Centrale: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bologna Centrale: 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.
Nearby hotels include Starhotels Excelsior, Millenn Hotel Bologna, UNA Hotels.
Bologna San Ruffillo is 4 km from Bologna city centre. Public transport options include:
Bologna San Ruffillo has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Bologna San Ruffillo.
Available at Bologna San Ruffillo: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bologna San Ruffillo: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bologna San Ruffillo: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include San Ruffillo House, Hotel Il Guercino, Hotel Porta San Mamolo.
Firenze Santa Maria Novella is 1 km from Florence city centre. Public transport options include:
Firenze Santa Maria Novella has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: 12oz Coffee Joint, Casa Maioli, Don Nino, Fratelli Cuore, McDonald´s, Panella, Segafredo Zanetti, Spizzico, Venchi, & many more
Free WiFi (30 minutes limit). ATMs are located in the basement in the shopping center next to the Feltrinelli bookshop and between Celio and Mango shops.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00. Information desks are located inside and outside the station.
Luggage storage is provided by KiPoint and located on the ground floor, on the side of Piazza Adua. Open daily from 06:00 to 23:00.
Available at Firenze Santa Maria Novella: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Firenze Santa Maria Novella: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Firenze Santa Maria Novella: Elevators, escalators, step-free access. Mobility assistance is available with the Sala Blu, located next to Platform 1.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Luxor Florence, Joy Hotel Florence, Diplomat Hotel Florence.
Firenze Rifredi is 3 km from Florence city centre. Public transport options include:
Firenze Rifredi has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Trattoria Fratelli Briganti, Osteria di Poneta
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Ticket office support is available at Firenze Rifredi. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Firenze Rifredi. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Firenze Rifredi: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Firenze Rifredi: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Firenze Rifredi: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Raffaello, Hotel Corolle, Hotel Dalmazia.
Firenze Campo di Marte is 2 km from Florence city centre. Public transport options include:
Firenze Campo di Marte has practical services for this route, including Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food options include: Moka Café
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 07:15 - 20:45.
Available at Firenze Campo di Marte: Taxis, WC.
Available at Firenze Campo di Marte: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Firenze Campo di Marte: The station is fully accessible, with step-free access throughout the station.
Nearby hotels include Florence Stadium B&B, Hotel Villa Liana, Hotel della Robbia.
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