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Cheapest price
$11
Average price
$11
Fastest journey
1 h 18 m
Average duration
1 h 18 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
78 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Florence Peretola Airport to Bologna is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Florence Peretola Airport to Bologna will cost around $11 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $11.
Of the 3 trains that leave Florence Peretola Airport for Bologna on Fri, Jul 03, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jul 03 the direct trains cover the 78 km distance in an average of 1 h 18 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 18 m .
On Fri, Jul 03 the slowest trains will take 1 h 19 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.






Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Florence Peretola Airport to Bologna among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 52m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $7, and a train costs an average of $10.
Distance: 48 miles (78 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$11 Average price | $9 Average price Cheapest | $31 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 22m Average total duration Fastest 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 48m Average total duration 1h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 9m 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 Florence Peretola Airport to Bologna:
A bus is $1 (€1) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Florence Peretola Airport to Bologna costing on average $11 (€9).
Other travel options to Bologna take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 18m.
The journey is about 17m faster (52m by train vs 1h 9m by car) and roughly $20 (€16) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($11 (€9) vs $31 (€25)). 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 Italo, 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 Florence Peretola Airport to Bologna trains for today, Thursday, July 2. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Regionale 17800 | 4:43 AM Firenze Castello | 1h15 | 5:58 AM Bologna San Ruffillo | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 17800 | 4:43 AM Firenze Castello | 1h33 | 6:16 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 17800 | 4:48 AM Sesto Fiorentino station | 1h28 | 6:16 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 17800 | 4:48 AM Sesto Fiorentino station | 1h10 | 5:58 AM Bologna San Ruffillo | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18250 · Regionale 18654 · Regionale 17804 | 5:15 AM Le Piagge | 1h56 | 7:11 AM Bologna San Ruffillo | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18654 · Regionale 17804 | 5:51 AM Firenze Castello | 1h20 | 7:11 AM Bologna San Ruffillo | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18654 · Regionale 17804 | 5:57 AM Sesto Fiorentino station | 1h14 | 7:11 AM Bologna San Ruffillo | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 17858 · Regionale 17806 | 6:17 AM Firenze Castello | 1h22 | 7:39 AM Bologna San Ruffillo | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18461+ FRECCIAROSSA 9504 | 6:21 AM Sesto Fiorentino station | 1h07 | 7:28 AM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 17858 · Regionale 17806 | 6:23 AM Sesto Fiorentino station | 1h16 | 7:39 AM Bologna San Ruffillo | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18252+ FRECCIAROSSA 9504 | 6:25 AM Le Piagge | 1h03 | 7:28 AM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18461+ FRECCIAROSSA 9504 | 6:25 AM Firenze Castello | 1h03 | 7:28 AM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18391+ FRECCIAROSSA 9508 | 6:59 AM Le Piagge | 1h34 | 8:33 AM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18391 · Regionale 18502 · Regionale 17808 | 6:59 AM Le Piagge | 1h26 | 8:25 AM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18820 · Regionale 17808 | 7:04 AM Firenze Castello | 1h21 | 8:25 AM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18657+ FRECCIAROSSA 9508 | 7:17 AM Firenze Castello | 1h16 | 8:33 AM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18502 · Regionale 17808 | 7:21 AM Sesto Fiorentino station | 1h04 | 8:25 AM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 18659+ FRECCIAROSSA 9508 | 7:23 AM Sesto Fiorentino station | 1h10 | 8:33 AM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
9904 | 7:25 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h38 | 8:03 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
8900 | 7:39 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h39 | 8:18 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18262+ Intercity 580 | 7:44 AM Le Piagge | 1h54 | 9:38 AM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18262+ FRECCIAROSSA 9404 | 7:44 AM Le Piagge | 1h14 | 8:58 AM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18262 · Regionale 18504 · Regionale TTPER 17814 | 7:44 AM Le Piagge | 1h55 | 9:39 AM Bologna San Ruffillo | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18826+ Intercity 580 | 7:53 AM Firenze Castello | 1h45 | 9:38 AM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18661+ FRECCIAROSSA 8502 | 7:55 AM Sesto Fiorentino station | 1h18 | 9:13 AM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18828 · Regionale TTPER 17814 | 8:00 AM Firenze Castello | 1h39 | 9:39 AM Bologna San Ruffillo | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18661+ FRECCIAROSSA 8502 | 8:02 AM Firenze Castello | 1h11 | 9:13 AM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18266+ FRECCIAROSSA 8502 | 8:05 AM Le Piagge | 1h08 | 9:13 AM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 17807+ FRECCIAROSSA 9512 | 8:11 AM Firenze Castello | 1h22 | 9:33 AM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18463+ FRECCIAROSSA 9512 | 8:17 AM Sesto Fiorentino station | 1h16 | 9:33 AM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18504 · Regionale TTPER 17814 | 8:21 AM Sesto Fiorentino station | 1h18 | 9:39 AM Bologna San Ruffillo | 1 transfer | |
9908 | 8:25 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h38 | 9:03 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18823 · Regionale 18505+ FRECCIAROSSA 9304 | 8:35 AM Firenze Castello | 1h13 | 9:48 AM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18505+ FRECCIAROSSA 9304 | 8:37 AM Sesto Fiorentino station | 1h11 | 9:48 AM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
8924 | 8:39 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h39 | 9:18 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18663+ FRECCIAROSSA 9516 | 9:02 AM Firenze Castello | 1h31 | 10:33 AM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
8956 | 9:05 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h38 | 9:43 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18465+ FRECCIAROSSA 9516 | 9:09 AM Sesto Fiorentino station | 1h24 | 10:33 AM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18272+ FRECCIAROSSA 9516 | 9:09 AM Le Piagge | 1h24 | 10:33 AM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
9912 | 9:25 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h38 | 10:03 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18185 · Regionale 18278+ FRECCIAROSSA 8506 | 9:28 AM Le Piagge | 1h45 | 11:13 AM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18827 · Regionale 18214+ FRECCIAROSSA 9490 | 9:33 AM Firenze Castello | 1h25 | 10:58 AM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18507+ FRECCIAROSSA 9490 | 9:37 AM Sesto Fiorentino station | 1h21 | 10:58 AM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
8904 | 9:39 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h39 | 10:18 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18285 · Regionale 18218+ FRECCIAROSSA 9308 | 9:51 AM Le Piagge | 1h57 | 11:48 AM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18665+ FRECCIAROSSA 8506 | 9:56 AM Sesto Fiorentino station | 1h17 | 11:13 AM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18665+ FRECCIAROSSA 8506 | 10:02 AM Firenze Castello | 1h11 | 11:13 AM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
8954 | 10:05 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h38 | 10:43 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18467+ FRECCIAROSSA 9520 | 10:08 AM Sesto Fiorentino station | 1h25 | 11:33 AM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
9916 | 10:25 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h38 | 11:03 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18184 · Regionale 18669+ FRECCIAROSSA 8508 | 10:28 AM Le Piagge | 1h45 | 12:13 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18509+ FRECCIAROSSA 9308 | 10:37 AM Sesto Fiorentino station | 1h11 | 11:48 AM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
8906 | 10:39 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h39 | 11:18 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18669+ FRECCIAROSSA 8508 | 10:57 AM Sesto Fiorentino station | 1h16 | 12:13 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18669+ FRECCIAROSSA 8508 | 11:03 AM Firenze Castello | 1h10 | 12:13 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18286+ FRECCIAROSSA 9524 | 11:09 AM Le Piagge | 1h24 | 12:33 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18489+ FRECCIAROSSA 9524 | 11:09 AM Sesto Fiorentino station | 1h24 | 12:33 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
9920 | 11:25 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h38 | 12:03 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18833 · Regionale 18511+ FRECCIAROSSA 9310 | 11:35 AM Firenze Castello | 1h13 | 12:48 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18511+ FRECCIAROSSA 9310 | 11:37 AM Sesto Fiorentino station | 1h11 | 12:48 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
8908 | 11:39 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h39 | 12:18 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18289 · Regionale 18220+ FRECCIAROSSA 8418 | 11:51 AM Le Piagge | 2h07 | 1:58 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18671+ FRECCIAROSSA 8509 | 11:56 AM Sesto Fiorentino station | 1h17 | 1:13 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18671+ FRECCIAROSSA 8509 | 12:02 PM Firenze Castello | 1h11 | 1:13 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
9924 | 12:25 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h38 | 1:03 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
8910 | 12:39 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h39 | 1:18 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18673+ FRECCIAROSSA 9532 | 12:56 PM Sesto Fiorentino station | 1h37 | 2:33 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18668 · Regionale 17828 | 12:57 PM Firenze Castello | 1h42 | 2:39 PM Bologna San Ruffillo | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18673+ Intercity 588 | 1:02 PM Firenze Castello | 1h45 | 2:47 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18673+ FRECCIAROSSA 9532 | 1:02 PM Firenze Castello | 1h31 | 2:33 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18290 · Regionale 18494 · Regionale 17830 | 1:09 PM Le Piagge | 2h00 | 3:09 PM Bologna San Ruffillo | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18290+ FRECCIAROSSA 9532 | 1:09 PM Le Piagge | 1h24 | 2:33 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18290+ Intercity 588 | 1:09 PM Le Piagge | 1h38 | 2:47 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18514+ Intercity 588 | 1:21 PM Sesto Fiorentino station | 1h26 | 2:47 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18514 · Regionale 17828 | 1:21 PM Sesto Fiorentino station | 1h18 | 2:39 PM Bologna San Ruffillo | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18836 · Regionale 17830 | 1:24 PM Firenze Castello | 1h45 | 3:09 PM Bologna San Ruffillo | 1 transfer | |
9928 | 1:25 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h38 | 2:03 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18293 · Regionale 18296+ FRECCIAROSSA 9584 | 1:28 PM Le Piagge | 2h05 | 3:33 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18837 · Regionale 18515+ FRECCIAROSSA 9420 | 1:35 PM Firenze Castello | 1h23 | 2:58 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18515+ FRECCIAROSSA 9420 | 1:37 PM Sesto Fiorentino station | 1h21 | 2:58 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
8914 | 1:39 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h39 | 2:18 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18494 · Regionale 17830 | 1:50 PM Sesto Fiorentino station | 1h19 | 3:09 PM Bologna San Ruffillo | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18295 · Regionale 18224+ FRECCIAROSSA 9422 | 1:51 PM Le Piagge | 2h07 | 3:58 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18672 · Regionale TTPER 17850 | 1:57 PM Firenze Castello | 1h42 | 3:39 PM Bologna San Ruffillo | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18675+ FRECCIAROSSA 9584 | 2:02 PM Firenze Castello | 1h31 | 3:33 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
8960 | 2:05 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h38 | 2:43 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18473+ FRECCIAROSSA 9584 | 2:09 PM Sesto Fiorentino station | 1h24 | 3:33 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18186 · Regionale 18840 · Regionale 17834 | 2:11 PM Le Piagge | 2h28 | 4:39 PM Bologna San Ruffillo | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18518 · Regionale TTPER 17850 | 2:21 PM Sesto Fiorentino station | 1h18 | 3:39 PM Bologna San Ruffillo | 1 transfer | |
9932 | 2:25 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h38 | 3:03 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18841 · Regionale 18517+ FRECCIAROSSA 9422 | 2:35 PM Firenze Castello | 1h23 | 3:58 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18517+ FRECCIAROSSA 9422 | 2:37 PM Sesto Fiorentino station | 1h21 | 3:58 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
8916 | 2:39 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h39 | 3:18 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18674 · Regionale 17834 | 2:57 PM Firenze Castello | 1h42 | 4:39 PM Bologna San Ruffillo | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18677+ FRECCIAROSSA 9540 | 3:02 PM Firenze Castello | 1h31 | 4:33 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18677+ Intercity 590 | 3:02 PM Firenze Castello | 1h48 | 4:50 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18491+ FRECCIAROSSA 9540 | 3:09 PM Sesto Fiorentino station | 1h24 | 4:33 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18304+ Intercity 590 | 3:11 PM Le Piagge | 1h39 | 4:50 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18304+ FRECCIAROSSA 9540 | 3:11 PM Le Piagge | 1h22 | 4:33 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18304 · Regionale 18476 · Regionale 17836 | 3:11 PM Le Piagge | 2h28 | 5:39 PM Bologna San Ruffillo | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18520 · Regionale 17834 | 3:21 PM Sesto Fiorentino station | 1h18 | 4:39 PM Bologna San Ruffillo | 1 transfer | |
8134 | 3:25 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h38 | 4:03 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18843 · Regionale 18519+ FRECCIAROSSA 9423 | 3:35 PM Firenze Castello | 1h23 | 4:58 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18519+ FRECCIAROSSA 9423 | 3:37 PM Sesto Fiorentino station | 1h21 | 4:58 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18303 · Regionale 18228+ FRECCIAROSSA 9320 | 3:51 PM Le Piagge | 1h57 | 5:48 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18681+ FRECCIAROSSA 8520 | 3:56 PM Sesto Fiorentino station | 1h17 | 5:13 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18676 · Regionale 17836 | 3:57 PM Firenze Castello | 1h42 | 5:39 PM Bologna San Ruffillo | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18681+ FRECCIAROSSA 8520 | 4:02 PM Firenze Castello | 1h11 | 5:13 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18475+ FRECCIAROSSA 9544 | 4:08 PM Sesto Fiorentino station | 1h25 | 5:33 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18188 · Regionale 18844 · Regionale 17838 | 4:11 PM Le Piagge | 2h28 | 6:39 PM Bologna San Ruffillo | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18522 · Regionale 17836 | 4:21 PM Sesto Fiorentino station | 1h18 | 5:39 PM Bologna San Ruffillo | 1 transfer | |
9940 | 4:25 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h38 | 5:03 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18845 · Regionale 18521+ FRECCIAROSSA 9320 | 4:35 PM Firenze Castello | 1h13 | 5:48 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18521+ FRECCIAROSSA 9320 | 4:37 PM Sesto Fiorentino station | 1h11 | 5:48 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
8918 | 4:39 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h39 | 5:18 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18678 · Regionale 17838 | 4:57 PM Firenze Castello | 1h42 | 6:39 PM Bologna San Ruffillo | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18683+ FRECCIAROSSA 9588 | 5:02 PM Firenze Castello | 1h31 | 6:33 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18493+ FRECCIAROSSA 9588 | 5:09 PM Sesto Fiorentino station | 1h24 | 6:33 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18308+ FRECCIAROSSA 9588 | 5:11 PM Le Piagge | 1h22 | 6:33 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18849 · Regionale Veloce 4044+ FRECCIAROSSA 9588 | 5:14 PM Sesto Fiorentino station | 1h19 | 6:33 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18524 · Regionale 17838 | 5:21 PM Sesto Fiorentino station | 1h18 | 6:39 PM Bologna San Ruffillo | 1 transfer | |
9946 | 5:25 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h38 | 6:03 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18305 · Regionale 18399+ FRECCIAROSSA 8524 | 5:28 PM Le Piagge | 1h45 | 7:13 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18847 · Regionale 18525+ FRECCIAROSSA 9428 | 5:35 PM Firenze Castello | 1h23 | 6:58 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18525+ FRECCIAROSSA 9428 | 5:37 PM Sesto Fiorentino station | 1h21 | 6:58 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
8928 | 5:39 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h39 | 6:18 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18687+ FRECCIAROSSA 8524 | 5:56 PM Sesto Fiorentino station | 1h17 | 7:13 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18687+ FRECCIAROSSA 8524 | 6:02 PM Firenze Castello | 1h11 | 7:13 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18497+ FRECCIAROSSA 9552 | 6:09 PM Sesto Fiorentino station | 1h24 | 7:33 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18850 · Regionale 17842 | 6:25 PM Firenze Castello | 1h44 | 8:09 PM Bologna San Ruffillo | 1 transfer | |
9948 | 6:25 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h38 | 7:03 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18850+ Intercity 592 | 6:25 PM Firenze Castello | 1h31 | 7:56 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18312 · Regionale 18482 · Regionale 17842 | 6:29 PM Le Piagge | 1h40 | 8:09 PM Bologna San Ruffillo | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18312+ Intercity 592 | 6:29 PM Le Piagge | 1h27 | 7:56 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18850+ Intercity 592 | 6:31 PM Sesto Fiorentino station | 1h25 | 7:56 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18853 · Regionale 18527+ FRECCIAROSSA 9430 | 6:35 PM Firenze Castello | 1h23 | 7:58 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18527+ FRECCIAROSSA 9430 | 6:37 PM Sesto Fiorentino station | 1h21 | 7:58 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
8920 | 6:39 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h39 | 7:18 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18482 · Regionale 17842 | 6:50 PM Sesto Fiorentino station | 1h19 | 8:09 PM Bologna San Ruffillo | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18689+ FRECCIAROSSA 8526 | 6:56 PM Sesto Fiorentino station | 1h17 | 8:13 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18689+ Intercity 596 | 7:02 PM Firenze Castello | 1h40 | 8:42 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18689+ FRECCIAROSSA 8526 | 7:02 PM Firenze Castello | 1h11 | 8:13 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18314 · Regionale 18484 · Regionale 17844 | 7:09 PM Le Piagge | 2h11 | 9:20 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18481+ FRECCIAROSSA 9556 | 7:09 PM Sesto Fiorentino station | 1h24 | 8:33 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18314+ Intercity 596 | 7:09 PM Le Piagge | 1h33 | 8:42 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18530+ Intercity 596 | 7:21 PM Sesto Fiorentino station | 1h21 | 8:42 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18854 · Regionale 17844 | 7:24 PM Firenze Castello | 1h45 | 9:09 PM Bologna San Ruffillo | 1 transfer | |
9958 | 7:25 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h38 | 8:03 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18859 · Regionale 18529+ FRECCIAROSSA 9326 | 7:35 PM Firenze Castello | 1h13 | 8:48 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18529+ FRECCIAROSSA 9326 | 7:37 PM Sesto Fiorentino station | 1h11 | 8:48 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
8922 | 7:39 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h39 | 8:18 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18484 · Regionale 17844 | 7:50 PM Sesto Fiorentino station | 1h19 | 9:09 PM Bologna San Ruffillo | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18691+ FRECCIAROSSA 8528 | 7:56 PM Sesto Fiorentino station | 1h17 | 9:13 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18691+ FRECCIAROSSA 8528 | 8:02 PM Firenze Castello | 1h11 | 9:13 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
8966 | 8:05 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h38 | 8:43 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18856 · Regionale TTPER 17856 | 8:08 PM Firenze Castello | 2h01 | 10:09 PM Bologna San Ruffillo | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18483+ FRECCIAROSSA 9432 | 8:09 PM Sesto Fiorentino station | 1h09 | 9:18 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18318 · Regionale 18486 · Regionale TTPER 17856 | 8:11 PM Le Piagge | 1h58 | 10:09 PM Bologna San Ruffillo | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18318+ FRECCIAROSSA 9432 | 8:11 PM Le Piagge | 1h07 | 9:18 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
9954 | 8:25 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h38 | 9:03 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18861 · Regionale 18531+ FRECCIAROSSA 9328 | 8:35 PM Firenze Castello | 1h13 | 9:48 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18531+ FRECCIAROSSA 9328 | 8:37 PM Sesto Fiorentino station | 1h11 | 9:48 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18486 · Regionale TTPER 17856 | 8:51 PM Sesto Fiorentino station | 1h18 | 10:09 PM Bologna San Ruffillo | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18693+ FRECCIAROSSA 9330 | 8:56 PM Sesto Fiorentino station | 1h17 | 10:13 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18693+ FRECCIAROSSA 9330 | 9:02 PM Firenze Castello | 1h11 | 10:13 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
8968 | 9:05 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h38 | 9:43 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18485+ FRECCIAROSSA 9592 | 9:08 PM Sesto Fiorentino station | 1h27 | 10:35 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18320+ FRECCIAROSSA 9592 | 9:09 PM Le Piagge | 1h26 | 10:35 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
8158 | 9:25 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h38 | 10:03 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18322 · Regionale 17852 | 10:09 PM Le Piagge | 1h25 | 11:34 PM Bologna San Ruffillo | 1 transfer | |
9962 | 10:25 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h38 | 11:03 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 17852 | 10:33 PM Firenze Castello | 1h17 | 11:50 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 17852 | 10:33 PM Firenze Castello | 1h01 | 11:34 PM Bologna San Ruffillo | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 17852 | 10:37 PM Sesto Fiorentino station | 0h57 | 11:34 PM Bologna San Ruffillo | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 17852 | 10:37 PM Sesto Fiorentino station | 1h13 | 11:50 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Florence Peretola Airport to Bologna run on average 149 times per day, taking around 52m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $10 (€9) but you can travel from only $7 (€6) by bus.
There are 36 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:15, the last at 20:37. The fastest train covers the 48 miles (78 km) distance in 39m.
Distance 48 miles (78 km) |
Average train duration 52m |
Cheapest ticket price $10 (€9) |
Trains per day 149 |
Direct trains 36 |
Fastest train 39m |
First train 5:15 AM |
Last train 8:37 PM |
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The city’s main fine art gallery, known for major works from the Bolognese school including Giotto, Raffaello, and the Carracci. A strong choice for understanding Bologna’s artistic heritage.
Bologna’s leading modern and contemporary art museum, with rotating exhibitions and a respected permanent collection. Popular with visitors seeking a more current cultural scene.
A well-regarded archaeology museum with Etruscan, Egyptian, Greek, and Roman collections. It is especially valuable for learning about Bologna’s ancient roots.
Bologna’s main square is the natural starting point for exploring the historic center, surrounded by major civic and religious buildings. It is the city’s social and visual heart.
The long portico route leading to San Luca is one of Bologna’s signature walking experiences. It is highly popular for architecture, exercise, and scenic city views.
A historic central district of narrow lanes near Piazza Maggiore, known for its lively atmosphere and traditional urban character. Even with food shops around, it is primarily a classic walking area.
Fresh egg tagliatelle served with Bologna’s classic slow-cooked meat ragù. It is one of the city’s most iconic and traditional dishes.
Small stuffed pasta, usually filled with pork, mortadella, and Parmigiano Reggiano, served in rich capon or beef broth. A hallmark of Bolognese festive cooking.
Layered spinach pasta baked with ragù, béchamel, and cheese. Bologna’s traditional green lasagna is a celebrated local specialty.
Well-regarded traditional restaurant with a refined approach to Emilian classics, quality ingredients, and a cozy neighborhood feel.
Upscale dining venue in a grand historic setting, offering a fine-dining interpretation of regional Italian cuisine.
Classic Bolognese trattoria known for handmade pasta, tortellini in brodo, and a traditional, welcoming atmosphere.
Moderate by Italian standards: food is fair value, but central hotels and tourist spots cost more.
Service is usually included or modest. Rounding up or leaving EUR 1-2 at cafes is common; 5-10% in restaurants for great service.
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Bologna Centrale, Bologna -> Piazza Maggiore, Bologna
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Florence Peretola Airport to Bologna 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Florence Peretola Airport to Bologna trains use the Firenze Santa Maria Novella to Bologna Centrale station pair, with some services arriving at Bologna San Ruffillo. Use this guide to compare Florence Peretola Airport and Bologna 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.
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