- Must visit
Pinacoteca Nazionale di Bologna
The city’s main fine-art museum, known for major works from the Bolognese school including Giotto, Raphael, Guido Reni, and the Carracci. A strong choice for understanding Bologna’s artistic heritage.
Cheapest price
$12
Average price
$28
Fastest journey
33 m
Average duration
36 m
Trains per day
95
Distance
83 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Florence to Bologna Centrale is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Florence to Bologna Centrale will cost around $28 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $12.
Of the 95 trains that leave Florence for Bologna Centrale on Sun, May 31, 85 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, May 31 the direct trains cover the 83 km distance in an average of 36 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 33 m .
On Sun, May 31 the slowest trains will take 37 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 17852
Regionale 1792
Regionale 17800
Regionale 18520 · Regionale TTPER 17934
Regionale 18518 · Regionale TTPER 17850
FRECCIAROSSA 9504
FRECCIAROSSA 8524
FRECCIAROSSA 8506
FRECCIAROSSA 9432
FRECCIAROSSA 8508Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Florence to Bologna Centrale 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 14m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $7, and a train costs an average of $12.
Distance: 51 miles (83 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$13 Average price | $10 Average price Cheapest | $31 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 44m Average total duration Fastest 1h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 53m Average total duration 1h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 22m 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 to Bologna Centrale:
A bus is $3 (€3) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Florence to Bologna Centrale costing on average $13 (€10).
Other travel options to Bologna Centrale take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 23m.
The journey is about 8m faster (1h 14m by train vs 1h 22m by car) and roughly $18 (€14) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($13 (€10) 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, Frecciarossa, Regionale, Intercity, Intercity Notte, Trenitalia EuroCity.
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 to Bologna Centrale trains for today, Saturday, May 30. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FRECCIAROSSA 9574 | 6:55 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h33 | 7:28 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18502 · Regionale 17810 | 7:09 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1h46 | 8:55 AM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9300 | 7:10 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h38 | 7:48 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9400 | 7:20 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h38 | 7:58 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
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 | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9508 | 7:55 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h38 | 8:33 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18504 · Regionale TTPER 17814 | 8:09 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1h46 | 9:55 AM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9404 | 8:20 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h38 | 8:58 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 580 | 8:21 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1h17 | 9:38 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
9908 | 8:25 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h38 | 9:03 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8502 | 8:36 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h37 | 9:13 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
8924 | 8:39 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h39 | 9:18 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 17816 | 8:41 AM Florence Rifredi | 1h44 | 10:25 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9512 | 8:55 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h38 | 9:33 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
8954 | 9:05 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h38 | 9:43 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18508 · Regionale 17818 | 9:09 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1h46 | 10:55 AM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9304 | 9:10 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h38 | 9:48 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9406 | 9:20 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h38 | 9:58 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
9912 | 9:25 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h38 | 10:03 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
8904 | 9:39 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h39 | 10:18 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18662 · Regionale 17820 | 9:47 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2h08 | 11:55 AM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9516 | 9:55 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h38 | 10:33 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9490 | 10:20 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h38 | 10:58 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
9916 | 10:25 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h38 | 11:03 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8506 | 10:36 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h37 | 11:13 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
8906 | 10:39 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h39 | 11:18 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18832 · Regionale 17822 | 10:40 AM Florence Rifredi | 2h15 | 12:55 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9520 | 10:55 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h38 | 11:33 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9308 | 11:10 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h38 | 11:48 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9414 | 11:20 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h38 | 11:58 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8508 | 11:36 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h37 | 12:13 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
8908 | 11:39 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h39 | 12:18 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 94455 · Regionale TTPER 1758 | 11:40 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3h10 | 2:50 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9524 | 11:55 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h38 | 12:33 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9310 | 12:10 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h38 | 12:48 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
9924 | 12:25 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h38 | 1:03 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8509 | 12:36 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h37 | 1:13 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
8910 | 12:39 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h39 | 1:18 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9514 | 12:55 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h38 | 1:33 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18514 · Regionale 17828 | 1:09 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1h46 | 2:55 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8418 | 1:20 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h38 | 1:58 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
9928 | 1:25 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h38 | 2:03 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 588 | 1:33 PM Florence Rifredi | 1h14 | 2:47 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
8914 | 1:39 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h39 | 2:18 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9532 | 1:55 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h38 | 2:33 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
8960 | 2:05 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h38 | 2:43 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18518 · Regionale TTPER 17850 | 2:09 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1h46 | 3:55 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9420 | 2:20 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h38 | 2:58 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
9932 | 2:25 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h38 | 3:03 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
8916 | 2:39 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h39 | 3:18 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9584 | 2:55 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h38 | 3:33 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18520 · Regionale 17834 | 3:09 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1h46 | 4:55 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9422 | 3:20 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h38 | 3:58 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
8134 | 3:25 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h38 | 4:03 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9540 | 3:55 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h38 | 4:33 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18522 · Regionale 17836 | 4:09 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1h46 | 5:55 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9423 | 4:20 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h38 | 4:58 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
9940 | 4:25 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h38 | 5:03 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
8918 | 4:39 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h39 | 5:18 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9544 | 4:55 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h38 | 5:33 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18524 · Regionale 17838 | 5:09 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1h46 | 6:55 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9320 | 5:10 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h38 | 5:48 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9426 | 5:20 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h38 | 5:58 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
9946 | 5:25 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h38 | 6:03 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
8928 | 5:39 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h39 | 6:18 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9588 | 5:55 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h38 | 6:33 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9428 | 6:20 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h38 | 6:58 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
9948 | 6:25 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h38 | 7:03 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8524 | 6:36 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h37 | 7:13 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18482 · Regionale 17842 | 6:37 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1h48 | 8:25 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
8920 | 6:39 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h39 | 7:18 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 592 | 6:45 PM Florence Rifredi | 1h11 | 7:56 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9552 | 6:55 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h38 | 7:33 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9430 | 7:20 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h38 | 7:58 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
9958 | 7:25 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h38 | 8:03 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8526 | 7:36 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h37 | 8:13 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18484 · Regionale 17844 | 7:37 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1h43 | 9:20 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
8922 | 7:39 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h39 | 8:18 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9556 | 7:55 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h38 | 8:33 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
8966 | 8:05 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h38 | 8:43 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9326 | 8:10 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h38 | 8:48 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
9954 | 8:25 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h38 | 9:03 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8528 | 8:36 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h37 | 9:13 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18486 · Regionale TTPER 17856 | 8:38 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1h47 | 10:25 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9432 | 8:41 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h37 | 9:18 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9560 | 8:55 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h38 | 9:33 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
8968 | 9:05 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h38 | 9:43 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9328 | 9:10 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h38 | 9:48 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9434 | 9:20 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h38 | 9:58 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
8158 | 9:25 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h38 | 10:03 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9330 | 9:36 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h37 | 10:13 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9592 | 9:55 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h40 | 10:35 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 17852 | 10:22 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1h28 | 11:50 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
9962 | 10:25 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0h38 | 11:03 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
InterCityNotte 774 | 2:03 AM Florence Campo di Marte | 2h18 | 4:21 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 17800 | 4:32 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1h44 | 6:16 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Florence to Bologna Centrale run on average 86 times per day, taking around 1h 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $12 (€10) but you can travel from only $7 (€6) by bus.
There are 73 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 02:32, the last at 21:33. The fastest train covers the 51 miles (83 km) distance in 38m.
Distance 51 miles (83 km) |
Average train duration 1h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price $12 (€10) |
Trains per day 86 |
Direct trains 73 |
Fastest train 38m |
First train 2:32 AM |
Last train 9:33 PM |
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Discover the best of Bologna Centrale — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Bologna Centrale trip today.
The city’s main fine-art museum, known for major works from the Bolognese school including Giotto, Raphael, Guido Reni, and the Carracci. A strong choice for understanding Bologna’s artistic heritage.
Bologna’s leading modern and contemporary art museum, featuring rotating exhibitions and works tied to postwar Italian art. Popular with visitors seeking a more contemporary cultural stop.
A respected archaeology museum with Egyptian, Etruscan, Greek, Roman, and local collections. Its central location near Piazza Maggiore makes it an easy and rewarding visit.
Bologna’s principal square and the heart of the historic center, surrounded by major civic and religious buildings. It is the essential starting point for most visits.
A historic central district of narrow streets known for its lively atmosphere and traditional urban character. It is highly popular for wandering and experiencing old Bologna.
The famous portico route leading toward the Sanctuary of San Luca is one of Bologna’s defining urban experiences. It is ideal for a scenic walk and very popular for photos.
Bologna’s iconic fresh egg pasta served with a slow-cooked meat ragù. It is one of the city’s most famous traditional dishes.
Small ring-shaped pasta filled with pork, mortadella, and Parmigiano Reggiano, traditionally served in rich capon or beef broth.
Green spinach pasta layered with ragù, béchamel, and Parmigiano Reggiano. A classic Sunday and festive dish in Bologna.
Well-regarded modern trattoria serving carefully prepared Emilian classics with high-quality ingredients in a relaxed neighborhood atmosphere.
Popular pasta spot known for handmade stuffed pasta and traditional Bolognese recipes in an informal, central setting.
Historic trattoria celebrated for classic Bolognese dishes such as tortellini, tagliatelle al ragù, and lasagne in a traditional setting.
Moderate for Italy: food and coffee are reasonable, while hotels near the station can cost more.
Service is often included or covered by a coperto charge. Tipping is not obligatory; round up or leave EUR 1-2 at cafes, 5-10% for very good restaurant service, and round up taxis.
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