The cheapest and fastest trains from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Bologna San Ruffillo
Cheapest price
$12
Average price
$12
Fastest journey
1 h 32 m
Average duration
1 h 32 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
77 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Bologna San Ruffillo is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Bologna San Ruffillo will cost around $12 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $12.
Of the 1 trains that leave Florence Santa Maria Novella for Bologna San Ruffillo on Sat, Feb 21, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Feb 21 the direct trains cover the 77 km distance in an average of 1 h 32 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 32 m .
On Sat, Feb 21 the slowest trains will take 1 h 32 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.


Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Florence Santa Maria Novella to Bologna San Ruffillo
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Bologna San Ruffillo 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 1h 4m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €7, and a train costs an average of €9.
Distance: 47 miles (77 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€10 Average price | €10 Average price Cheapest |
1h 34m Average total duration Fastest 1h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 49m Average total duration 2h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Florence Santa Maria Novella to Bologna San Ruffillo train times
The table below shows live departures for Florence Santa Maria Novella to Bologna San Ruffillo trains for tomorrow, Saturday, February 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:37 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1h32 | 8:09 PM Bologna San Ruffillo | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Bologna San Ruffillo
Trains from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Bologna San Ruffillo run on average 38 times per day, taking around 1h 4m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $12 (€9) but you can travel from only $9 (€7) by bus.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 17:37, the last at 18:37. The fastest train covers the 47 miles (77 km) distance in 1h 32m.
Distance 47 miles (77 km) |
Average train duration 1h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price $12 (€9) |
Trains per day 38 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 1h 32m |
First train 17:37 |
Last train 18:37 |
Train companies: Regionale, Frecciarossa, Intercity Notte from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Bologna San Ruffillo trainsRegionale, Frecciarossa, Intercity Notte trains will get you between Florence Santa Maria Novella and Bologna San Ruffillo from $9 (€7). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Bologna San Ruffillo
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Bologna San Ruffillo 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 San Ruffillo, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Bologna San Ruffillo
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00
- Free WiFi (30 minutes limit).
- Provided by KiPoint and located on the ground floor, on the side of Piazza Adua. Open daily from 06:00 to 23:00.
- 12oz Coffee Joint
- Casa Maioli
- Don Nino
- Fratelli Cuore
- McDonald´s
- Panella
- Segafredo Zanetti
- Spizzico
- Venchi
- & many more
- Elevators, escalators, step-free access. Mobility assistance is available with the Sala Blu, located next to Platform 1.
- Hotel Luxor Florence
- Joy Hotel Florence
- Diplomat Hotel Florence
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00
- Located inside and outside the station.
- Tram lines: T1, T2
- Bus lines: 6, 11, 12, 13, 17, 23, 36, 37, C4
- Train lines: FR, FA, Italo
- Free parking available near the station
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- Free of charge
- San Ruffillo House
- Hotel Il Guercino
- Hotel Porta San Mamolo
- The station has a simple layout with two platforms and a small waiting area.
- Bus: Several local bus lines available
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