How to travel from Florence to Imola

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Compare train and bus for Florence to Imola

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Florence to Imola among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $30 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 57m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $30, while a bus costs an average of $350.

Distance: 46 miles (75 km)

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$30

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$350

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$34

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1h 57m

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1h 27m

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2h 28m

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1h 58m

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1h 48m

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0.1 - 0.2kg

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The cheapest way to travel from Florence to Imola is a train with an average price of $30.

This is compared to other travel options from Florence to Imola:

A train is $321 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Florence to Imola costing on average $350.

The fastest way to travel from Florence to Imola is by train with an average journey time of 1h 57m.

Other travel options to Imola take longer:

Bus takes on average 2h 28m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Florence and Imola including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Florence to Imola among Omio's users.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 21m faster (1h 27m by train vs 1h 48m by car) and roughly $5 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($30 vs $34). 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.

Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.

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from Florence to Imola

How to get from Florence to Imola by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

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The best way to travel from Florence to Imola is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • RegionaleRegionale 94459 · Regionale TTPER 17452
    5:40 PM2h35
    Florence Santa Maria Novella
    8:15 PMImola station
    $151One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • RegionaleRegionale 94459 · Regionale TTPER 17452
    5:40 PM2h35
    Florence Santa Maria Novella
    8:15 PMImola station
    $151One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • FrecciarossaFRECCIAROSSA 9432+RegionaleRegionale TTPER 2091
    8:41 PM1h13
    Florence Santa Maria Novella
    9:54 PMImola station
    $341One-way
    1 transfer

Other options

  • RegionaleRegionale 94457 · Regionale TTPER 17464
    1:40 PM2h44
    Florence Santa Maria Novella
    4:24 PMImola station
    $151One-way
    1 transfer
  • RegionaleRegionale 94451 · Regionale Veloce 3904
    5:00 AM2h47
    Florence Santa Maria Novella
    7:47 AMImola station
    $151One-way
    1 transfer
  • RegionaleRegionale 94457 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3922
    1:40 PM3h14
    Florence Santa Maria Novella
    4:54 PMImola station
    $151One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Florence to Imola

Travel to Imola easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Florence to Imola.

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There are 2 options to travel between Florence and Imola including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Florence to Imola is a train with an average price of $30.

This is compared to other travel options from Florence to Imola:

A train is $321 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Florence to Imola costing on average $350.

The fastest way to travel from Florence to Imola is by train with an average journey time of 1h 57m.

Other travel options to Imola take longer:

Bus takes on average 2h 28m.

The distance from Florence to Imola is approximately 46 miles (75 km).
The average frequency per day from Florence to Imola is:
  • Around 56 trains per day.
  • Around 6 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Florence and Imola as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Florence to Imola:
  • Trains mostly depart from Florence Santa Maria Novella and arrive in Imola station.
  • Buses mostly depart from Firenze, Piazza Della Stazione and arrive in Imola, Railway station.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Florence to Imola, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with GoOpti to go to Imola by bus.
  • Travel with Regionale, Frecciarossa, Intercity, Intercity Notte to go to Imola by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Florence to Imola:
  • 6 direct buses per day with GoOpti.
Omio customers who travel from Florence to Imola often also extend their vacation to go to Bologna, Bologna Centrale, Rimini, Forlì, Faenza. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Imola and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Imola to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
Two to three days are ideal to explore Imola, allowing time to visit the Autodromo Enzo e Dino Ferrari, explore the town's historical sites, and enjoy its local cuisine.

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