- Must visit
Museo della Collegiata di Sant'Andrea
Empoli’s leading museum combines archaeology and Tuscan art, including works tied to Pontormo and local history, making it the city’s essential cultural stop.
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bologna to Empoli is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bologna to Empoli will cost around $14 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $14.
On Wed, Nov 04, we found 3 trains from Bologna to Empoli, including 3 direct services.
On Wed, Nov 04 the direct trains cover the 92 km distance in an average of 2 h 20 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 19 m .
On Wed, Nov 04 the slowest trains will take 2 h 23 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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Trains from Bologna to Empoli run on average 137 times per day, taking around 1h 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $6 (€5) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 01:39, the last at 23:15. The fastest train covers the 57 miles (92 km) distance in 59m.
Distance 57 miles (92 km) |
Average train duration 1h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price $6 (€5) |
Trains per day 137 |
Fastest train 59m |
First train 1:39 AM |
Last train 11:15 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 77 days |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Bologna to Empoli.
The table below shows live departures for Bologna to Empoli trains for today, Tuesday, November 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
8923+ Regionale 18227 | 5:42 PM Bologna Centrale | 1h57 | 7:39 PM Empoli station | 1 transfer | |
8923+ Regionale 18389 | 5:42 PM Bologna Centrale | 1h44 | 7:26 PM Empoli station | 1 transfer | |
8923+ Regionale Veloce 4049 | 5:42 PM Bologna Centrale | 1h40 | 7:22 PM Empoli station | 1 transfer | |
9951+ Regionale 18227 | 5:57 PM Bologna Centrale | 1h42 | 7:39 PM Empoli station | 1 transfer | |
9951+ Regionale 18389 | 5:57 PM Bologna Centrale | 1h29 | 7:26 PM Empoli station | 1 transfer | |
9951+ Regionale Veloce 4049 | 5:57 PM Bologna Centrale | 1h25 | 7:22 PM Empoli station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 17843 · Regionale 18529 · Regionale 18319 | 6:05 PM Bologna Centrale | 2h21 | 8:26 PM Empoli station | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9325+ Regionale Veloce 4049 | 6:12 PM Bologna Centrale | 1h10 | 7:22 PM Empoli station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 17843 · Regionale 18529 · Regionale 18229 | 6:16 PM Bologna San Ruffillo | 2h23 | 8:39 PM Empoli station | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9555+ Regionale Veloce 4051 | 6:27 PM Bologna Centrale | 1h30 | 7:57 PM Empoli station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 17845 · Regionale 18483 · Regionale 18323 | 6:35 PM Bologna Centrale | 2h22 | 8:57 PM Empoli station | 2 transfers | |
8925+ Regionale 18315 | 6:42 PM Bologna Centrale | 1h30 | 8:12 PM Empoli station | 1 transfer | |
8925+ Regionale 18319 | 6:42 PM Bologna Centrale | 1h44 | 8:26 PM Empoli station | 1 transfer | |
8925+ Regionale 18229 | 6:42 PM Bologna Centrale | 1h57 | 8:39 PM Empoli station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 17845 · Regionale 18483 · Regionale 18327 | 6:46 PM Bologna San Ruffillo | 2h26 | 9:12 PM Empoli station | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8527+ Regionale 18315 | 6:47 PM Bologna Centrale | 1h25 | 8:12 PM Empoli station | 1 transfer | |
9955+ Regionale 18319 | 6:57 PM Bologna Centrale | 1h29 | 8:26 PM Empoli station | 1 transfer | |
9955+ Regionale 18229 | 6:57 PM Bologna Centrale | 1h42 | 8:39 PM Empoli station | 1 transfer | |
9955+ Regionale 18323 | 6:57 PM Bologna Centrale | 2h00 | 8:57 PM Empoli station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9433+ Regionale 18319 | 7:02 PM Bologna Centrale | 1h24 | 8:26 PM Empoli station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TTPER 17847 · Regionale 18531 · Regionale 18329 | 7:05 PM Bologna Centrale | 2h21 | 9:26 PM Empoli station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale TTPER 17847 · Regionale 18531 · Regionale 18331 | 7:16 PM Bologna San Ruffillo | 2h38 | 9:54 PM Empoli station | 2 transfers | |
8967+ Regionale 18327 | 7:17 PM Bologna Centrale | 1h55 | 9:12 PM Empoli station | 1 transfer | |
8967+ Regionale 18323 | 7:17 PM Bologna Centrale | 1h40 | 8:57 PM Empoli station | 1 transfer | |
8967+ Regionale 18229 | 7:17 PM Bologna Centrale | 1h22 | 8:39 PM Empoli station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9559+ Regionale 18323 | 7:27 PM Bologna Centrale | 1h30 | 8:57 PM Empoli station | 1 transfer | |
8927+ Regionale 18331 | 7:42 PM Bologna Centrale | 2h12 | 9:54 PM Empoli station | 1 transfer | |
8927+ Regionale 18329 | 7:42 PM Bologna Centrale | 1h44 | 9:26 PM Empoli station | 1 transfer | |
8927+ Regionale 18327 | 7:42 PM Bologna Centrale | 1h30 | 9:12 PM Empoli station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8529+ Regionale 18327 | 7:47 PM Bologna Centrale | 1h25 | 9:12 PM Empoli station | 1 transfer | |
9959+ Regionale 18331 | 7:57 PM Bologna Centrale | 1h57 | 9:54 PM Empoli station | 1 transfer | |
9959+ Regionale 18329 | 7:57 PM Bologna Centrale | 1h29 | 9:26 PM Empoli station | 1 transfer | |
9959+ Regionale 18333 | 7:57 PM Bologna Centrale | 2h02 | 9:59 PM Empoli station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9435+ Regionale 18329 | 8:02 PM Bologna Centrale | 1h24 | 9:26 PM Empoli station | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 599+ Regionale 18233 | 8:06 PM Bologna Centrale | 2h01 | 10:07 PM Empoli station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9563+ Regionale 18331 | 8:27 PM Bologna Centrale | 1h27 | 9:54 PM Empoli station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 17851 · Regionale 18339 | 8:35 PM Bologna Centrale | 3h07 | 11:42 PM Empoli station | 1 transfer | |
9961+ Regionale 18337 | 8:57 PM Bologna Centrale | 1h38 | 10:35 PM Empoli station | 1 transfer | |
9961+ Regionale 18339 | 8:57 PM Bologna Centrale | 2h45 | 11:42 PM Empoli station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9437+ Regionale 18337 | 9:02 PM Bologna Centrale | 1h33 | 10:35 PM Empoli station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9567+ Regionale 18339 | 9:27 PM Bologna Centrale | 2h15 | 11:42 PM Empoli station | 1 transfer | |
9963+ Regionale 18339 | 9:57 PM Bologna Centrale | 1h45 | 11:42 PM Empoli station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 17853 · Regionale 18539 · Regionale 18251 | 10:05 PM Bologna Centrale | 3h09 | 1:14 AM Empoli station | 2 transfers | |
| Wednesday, November 4 | |||||
![]() | 6:16 AM Bologna | 2h19 | 8:35 AM Empoli | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:16 AM Bologna | 2h19 | 9:35 AM Empoli | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:16 PM Bologna | 2h23 | 3:39 PM Empoli | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Empoli’s leading museum combines archaeology and Tuscan art, including works tied to Pontormo and local history, making it the city’s essential cultural stop.
Birthplace museum dedicated to Pontormo, the Mannerist master born in Empoli, offering context on his life and the artistic identity of the Pontorme district.
Small church museum preserving religious artworks and architecture, valued for its elegant Gothic façade and compact, rewarding historic interiors.
Empoli’s main square, framed by historic buildings and the collegiata, is the best place to start exploring the city’s medieval core on foot.
Lively central square with fountains and seating, popular with locals and visitors as a modern gathering place near shopping streets and events.
Elegant square near the church of Santo Stefano, appreciated for its quieter atmosphere, historic façades, and easy connection to the old center.
Tuscan soup of stale bread, cannellini beans and black cabbage. A rural classic around Empoli, prized for turning simple farm ingredients into rich comfort food.
Thick bread and vegetable soup with tomato, beans, celery and cavolo nero. It is a hallmark of peasant cooking across the Empolese Valdelsa area.
Florentine-style tripe simmered in tomato with herbs, often served in a sandwich or on a plate. A beloved traditional street and trattoria dish in the area.
Refined Tuscan restaurant known for seasonal ingredients, polished service and creative regional dishes in an elegant setting.
Traditional Tuscan venue near Empoli known for grilled meats, local pasta and a rustic countryside atmosphere.
Casual, established spot for Tuscan classics, pizzas and hearty local dishes, popular with families and groups.
Moderate for Tuscany: stays and dining cost less than Florence, while local trains and simple meals remain fairly affordable for visitors.
Service is often included or minimal. Round up or leave €1-2 in cafes, 5-10% for very good restaurant service, and round up taxi fares.
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Most Bologna to Empoli trains use the Bologna Centrale to Empoli station pair. Use this guide to compare Bologna and Empoli 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.
Bologna, Aeroporto is 5 km from Bologna city centre. Public transport options include:
Bologna, Aeroporto has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Multiple options on site
Free wifi throughout the station. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Bologna, Aeroporto.
Available at Bologna, Aeroporto: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bologna, Aeroporto: Fully accessible for disabled individuals.
Empoli has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Ristorante Il Rifugio, Osteria del Gusto
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Empoli. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Empoli. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Empoli: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Empoli: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Empoli: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Tazza d'Oro, Hotel Da Vinci, Hotel Il Sole.
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