- Recommended
Museo delle Terre Nuove
Main civic museum on the history of the Valdarno new towns. Excellent for understanding medieval planning through models, documents, and local context.
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Trains from Bologna to San Giovanni Valdarno run on average 135 times per day, taking around 1h 27m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $8 (€6) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:11, the last at 23:16. The fastest train covers the 64 miles (104 km) distance in 1h 7m.
Distance 64 miles (104 km) |
Average train duration 1h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price $8 (€6) |
Trains per day 135 |
Fastest train 1h 7m |
First train 12:11 AM |
Last train 11:16 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 1 day |
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Main civic museum on the history of the Valdarno new towns. Excellent for understanding medieval planning through models, documents, and local context.
Museum preserving the Basilica’s sacred art, including works linked to Beato Angelico. A rewarding visit for Renaissance painting and devotional history.
Modern art space dedicated to local master Masaccio and related cultural programming. Worth visiting for exhibitions connecting the town to early Renaissance art.
The town’s main square and social heart, framed by historic buildings. Best place to appreciate the planned medieval layout and everyday local atmosphere.
Principal shopping and walking street through the old center. Ideal for experiencing the town’s arcades, architecture, and lively daily rhythm.
Large green park popular with locals for walks and relaxation. A practical stop for families and visitors wanting open space near the center.
Thick hand-rolled pasta from nearby Valdarno, traditionally served with duck ragù or rich meat sauce. A prized local first course tied to Tuscan farm cooking.
Tuscan bread soup made with stale bread, tomatoes, onion, and basil. A beloved peasant dish that reflects the area's frugal cucina povera tradition.
A rustic soup of black cabbage, cannellini beans, potatoes, and bread. Traditional in Tuscany, especially in colder months, and rooted in farmhouse cooking.
Traditional Tuscan restaurant known for grilled meats, local pasta, and a rustic atmosphere suited to a classic Valdarno meal.
Refined restaurant in a historic setting, appreciated for seasonal Tuscan dishes, careful presentation, and a quieter dining experience.
Casual local spot for pizza and Tuscan staples, popular for relaxed meals with families and groups in the town center.
Moderate for Tuscany: rooms and dining cost less than Florence, while local trains and simple meals stay fairly affordable for tourists.
Service is often included or modest. Round up in cafes, leave 5-10% at restaurants for good service, and round up taxi fares.
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San Giovanni Valdarno station -> Piazza Cavour, San Giovanni Valdarno
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Most Bologna to San Giovanni Valdarno trains use the Bologna Centrale to San Giovanni Valdarno station pair. Use this guide to compare Bologna and San Giovanni Valdarno 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.
San Giovanni Valdarno has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Ristorante La Buca di Ipo, Osteria del Borro
Free.
Ticket office support is available at San Giovanni Valdarno. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at San Giovanni Valdarno. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at San Giovanni Valdarno: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at San Giovanni Valdarno: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at San Giovanni Valdarno: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Masaccio, Hotel Michelangelo.
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