Train from Florence to Bologna: Tickets & Timetables

Next train departures

Next departures from Florence to Bologna on 2 April
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Trenitalia RegionaleTrain
Firenze Campo di Marte
Bologna CentraleCheapest
Trenitalia FrecciarossaTrain
Santa Maria Novella
Bologna CentraleFastest
Trenitalia FrecciarossaTrain
Santa Maria Novella
Bologna CentraleNo tags
ItaloTrain
Santa Maria Novella
Bologna CentraleNo tags
Trenitalia FrecciarossaTrain
Santa Maria Novella
Bologna CentraleNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Florence to Bologna

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Bologna. The journey takes about 1 hour 20 minutes and with fares starting at just £7, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

44bus per day
1h 20mAverage duration
53 milesDistance
2kgCO₂ emissions
Bus
Average price£7 - £62Average duration1h 20m
2kg CO₂e
Train
Average price£13 - £101Average duration38m
2kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Florence to Bologna by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

  1. How much does a train ticket cost from Florence to Bologna?

    The cheapest train tickets from Florence to Bologna start from £13. The average price for this train route is around £24. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Florence to Bologna?

    The average train journey time from Florence to Bologna is 38m, covering a distance of 51 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 36m and is operated by Trenitalia.

  3. Which train operators serve the Florence to Bologna route?

    Several major train operators run on this route with 25 trains available per day, including services from Italo, Trenitalia.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Florence to Bologna?

    The earliest train from Florence to Bologna departs at 07:02. And the latest train departs at 22:25.

  5. Which is the best train operator from Florence to Bologna?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Italo, with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 27 reviews.

  6. Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Florence to Bologna?

    According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator Italo has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.0.

  7. Which train operator has the most punctual service from Florence to Bologna?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Trenitalia, with a punctuality rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

  8. Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Florence to Bologna?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Italo, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
30/03
£29
31/03
£29
Today
£29
02/04
£10
03/04
£10
04/04
£19
05/04
£12
06/04
£12
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Florence to Bologna was searched and found on 2 Apr 2026 with a price of £10

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Florence to Bologna as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £10 to £97 for a train ticket from Florence to Bologna based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £10, which is on 2026-04-02.

Usually Italo will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

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