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South Tyrol Museum of Archaeology
The city’s best-known museum, home to Ötzi the Iceman and major exhibits on Alpine prehistory. It is the top cultural stop in Bolzano and often busy.
Cheapest price
$45
Average price
$68
Fastest journey
3 h 12 m
Average duration
3 h 13 m
Trains per day
39
Distance
302 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Bolzano 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 Bolzano will cost around $68 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $45.
Of the 39 trains that leave Florence Santa Maria Novella for Bolzano on Sat, Jun 20, 7 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jun 20 the direct trains cover the 302 km distance in an average of 3 h 13 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 12 m .
On Sat, Jun 20 the slowest trains will take 3 h 18 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.
Regionale 18504 · Regionale TTPER 17814 · Regionale Veloce 3840
Regionale 18522 · Regionale 17836 · Regionale Veloce 3848
Regionale 18524 · Regionale 17838 · Regionale Veloce 3760
Regionale 17800 · Regionale Veloce 3458 · Regionale 16678
Regionale 18662 · Regionale 17820 · Regionale Veloce 3850
FRECCIAROSSA 8524
FRECCIAROSSA 8506
FRECCIAROSSA 8526
FRECCIAROSSA 8509
8966Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Bolzano among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $18. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 5m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $18, and a train costs an average of $28.
Distance: 187 miles (302 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$44 Average price | $36 Average price Cheapest | $107 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 35m Average total duration Fastest 4h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 59m Average total duration 4h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 8m 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 Santa Maria Novella to Bolzano:
A bus is $8 (€7) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Bolzano costing on average $44 (€36).
Other travel options to Bolzano take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 29m.
The journey is about 3m faster (4h 5m by train vs 4h 8m by car) and roughly $62 (€51) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($44 (€36) vs $107 (€88)). 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 Frecciarossa, Italo.
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 Santa Maria Novella to Bolzano trains for today, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
8954 | On time 9:05 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3h18 | 12:23 PM Bolzano/Bozen | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8506 | 10:36 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3h12 | 1:48 PM Bolzano/Bozen | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8508+ Regionale 3842 · Regionale SAD 22435 | 11:36 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 4h03 | 3:39 PM Bolzano Sud Bozen Sud | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8508+ Regionale 3842 | 11:36 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3h54 | 3:30 PM Bolzano/Bozen | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18490 · Autobus TTPER B0402 · Regionale Veloce 3844 | 11:38 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 5h52 | 5:30 PM Bolzano/Bozen | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8509+ Regionale 17155 | 12:36 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3h34 | 4:10 PM Kaiserau | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8509 | 12:36 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3h12 | 3:48 PM Bolzano/Bozen | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8509+ Regionale 17155 | 12:36 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3h31 | 4:07 PM Bolzano Sud Bozen Sud | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8418+ Regionale Veloce 3844 · Regionale SAD 22439 | 1:20 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 4h19 | 5:39 PM Bolzano Sud Bozen Sud | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8418+ Regionale Veloce 3844 | 1:20 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 4h10 | 5:30 PM Bolzano/Bozen | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8418+ Regionale Veloce 3844 · Regionale 17159 | 1:20 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 4h50 | 6:10 PM Kaiserau | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18518 · Regionale TTPER 17850 · Regionale Veloce 3846 | 2:09 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 5h21 | 7:30 PM Bolzano/Bozen | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9422+ Regionale Veloce 3846 · Regionale SAD 22443 | 3:20 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 4h19 | 7:39 PM Bolzano Sud Bozen Sud | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9422+ Regionale Veloce 3846 | 3:20 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 4h10 | 7:30 PM Bolzano/Bozen | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9422+ Regionale Veloce 3846 · Regionale 17179 | 3:20 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 4h50 | 8:10 PM Kaiserau | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18522 · Regionale 17836 · Regionale Veloce 3848 | 4:09 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 5h21 | 9:30 PM Bolzano/Bozen | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8520+ Regionale 17117 | 4:36 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 4h31 | 9:07 PM Bolzano Sud Bozen Sud | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8520 | 4:36 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3h22 | 7:58 PM Bolzano/Bozen | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8520+ Regionale 17117 | 4:36 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 4h34 | 9:10 PM Kaiserau | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18524 · Regionale 17838 · Regionale Veloce 3760 | 5:09 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 6h30 | 11:39 PM Bolzano/Bozen | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9426+ Regionale Veloce 3848 | 5:20 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 4h10 | 9:30 PM Bolzano/Bozen | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8524+ Regionale SAD 16719 | 6:36 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3h31 | 10:07 PM Bolzano Sud Bozen Sud | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8524 | 6:36 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3h12 | 9:48 PM Bolzano/Bozen | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8524+ Regionale SAD 16719 | 6:36 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3h34 | 10:10 PM Kaiserau | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8526 | 7:36 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3h12 | 10:48 PM Bolzano/Bozen | 0 transfersDirect | |
8966 | 8:05 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3h18 | 11:23 PM Bolzano/Bozen | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, June 20 | |||||
Regionale 17800 · Regionale Veloce 3458 · Regionale 16678 | 4:32 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 6h55 | 11:27 AM Bolzano/Bozen | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18504 · Regionale TTPER 17814 · Regionale Veloce 3840 | 8:09 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 5h21 | 1:30 PM Bolzano/Bozen | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 580+ Regionale Veloce 3840 · Regionale 17115 | 8:21 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 5h49 | 2:10 PM Kaiserau | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 580+ Regionale Veloce 3840 | 8:21 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 5h09 | 1:30 PM Bolzano/Bozen | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 580+ Regionale Veloce 3840 · Regionale 17123 | 8:21 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 5h18 | 1:39 PM Bolzano Sud Bozen Sud | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8502+ Regionale 17149 | 8:36 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3h31 | 12:07 PM Bolzano Sud Bozen Sud | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8502 | 8:36 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3h20 | 11:56 AM Bolzano/Bozen | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8502+ Regionale 17149 | 8:36 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3h34 | 12:10 PM Kaiserau | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Bolzano run on average 33 times per day, taking around 4h 5m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $28 (€23) but you can travel from only $18 (€15) by bus.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 02:32, the last at 19:05. The fastest train covers the 187 miles (302 km) distance in 3h 12m.
Distance 187 miles (302 km) |
Average train duration 4h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price $28 (€23) |
Trains per day 33 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 3h 12m |
First train 2:32 AM |
Last train 7:05 PM |
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Discover the best of Bolzano — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Bolzano trip today.
The city’s best-known museum, home to Ötzi the Iceman and major exhibits on Alpine prehistory. It is the top cultural stop in Bolzano and often busy.
Bolzano’s museum of modern and contemporary art, known for its striking glass building and rotating international exhibitions.
A compact museum in the old trading magistrate building, explaining Bolzano’s historic role as a commercial hub between north and south.
Bolzano’s main square and social heart, framed by cafés, historic buildings, and the cathedral. It is a natural starting point for exploring the city.
The famous arcaded street of the old town, lined with shops and historic facades. It is one of the city’s signature walking areas.
The lower station area and immediate ascent are popular for panoramic views over Bolzano and quick access to the Renon plateau.
Lightly smoked, air-cured ham from South Tyrol, typically served thinly sliced with bread or as part of a mixed platter. It is one of the region’s signature foods.
Traditional bread dumplings from the Alpine kitchen, often made with speck, cheese, or spinach and served in broth or with butter. A classic local comfort dish.
Half-moon rye pasta filled commonly with spinach and ricotta, then dressed with butter and chives. A distinctive South Tyrolean specialty with Tyrolean roots.
Well-regarded fine dining restaurant in Bolzano, known for creative cuisine, careful presentation, and a more upscale experience.
Historic and lively brewpub-restaurant in central Bolzano, known for South Tyrolean dishes, house beers, and a rustic atmosphere popular with locals and visitors.
Long-standing traditional restaurant in the old town, appreciated for polished South Tyrolean cooking, seasonal ingredients, and a more refined atmosphere.
Costs are moderate for Northern Italy. Hotels can be pricier in ski and holiday seasons, while casual dining and coffee stay fairly reasonable.
Service is often included or modest. Rounding up the bill is common; 5-10% is appreciated for very good table service. Tipping is not expected for quick coffee at the bar.
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