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The cheapest and fastest trains from Bologna San Ruffillo to Florence Santa Maria Novella
Showing times and prices for 21 Dec
Cheapest price
£9
Average price
£9
Fastest journey
1 h 36 m
Average duration
1 h 36 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
77 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bologna San Ruffillo to Florence Santa Maria Novella is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bologna San Ruffillo to Florence Santa Maria Novella will cost around £9 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £9.
Fast trains
Of the 1 trains that leave Bologna San Ruffillo for Florence Santa Maria Novella every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 77 km distance in an average of 1 h 36 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 36 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 36 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.
14:161h36
Bologna San Ruffillo15:52Florence Santa Maria Novella
£91One-way
0 changes
14:161h36
Bologna San Ruffillo15:52Florence Santa Maria Novella
£91One-way
0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Bologna San Ruffillo to Florence Santa Maria Novella
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bologna San Ruffillo to Florence Santa Maria Novella among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 24m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £9, and a coach costs an average of £5.
Distance: 77 km
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Live departures
Bologna San Ruffillo to Florence Santa Maria Novella train times
The table below shows live departures for Bologna San Ruffillo to Florence Santa Maria Novella trains for today, Saturday 20 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 10:06
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Regionale TTPER 17754+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9413 | 10:30 Bologna San Ruffillo | 1h09 | 11:39 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 change | |
| Regionale 17825 · TUSCANY LINE 18515 | 11:16 Bologna San Ruffillo | 1h36 | 12:52 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 change | |
| Regionale TTPER 17758+FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9415 | 11:30 Bologna San Ruffillo | 1h09 | 12:39 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 change | |
| Regionale TTPER 17827 · Tuscany Line 18517 | 12:16 Bologna San Ruffillo | 1h36 | 13:52 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 change | |
| Regionale TTPER 17762+FRECCIAROSSA 1000 8419 | 12:30 Bologna San Ruffillo | 1h09 | 13:39 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 change | |
| Regionale 17831 · Tuscany Line 18519 | 13:16 Bologna San Ruffillo | 1h36 | 14:52 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 change | |
| Regionale TTPER 17766+FRECCIAROSSA 9421 | 13:30 Bologna San Ruffillo | 1h09 | 14:39 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 change | |
| Regionale TTPER 17768+FRECCIAROSSA 1000 8519 | 14:00 Bologna San Ruffillo | 1h24 | 15:24 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 change | |
| Regionale 17833 · Tuscany Line 18521 | 14:16 Bologna San Ruffillo | 1h36 | 15:52 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 change | |
| Regionale TTPER 17770+FRECCIAROSSA 9425 | 14:30 Bologna San Ruffillo | 1h09 | 15:39 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 change | |
| Regionale TTPER 17850+FRECCIAROSSA 9321 | 14:40 Bologna San Ruffillo | 1h10 | 15:50 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 change | |
| Regionale 17837 · Tuscany Line 18525 | 15:16 Bologna San Ruffillo | 1h36 | 16:52 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 change | |
| Regionale TTPER 17774+FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9427 | 15:30 Bologna San Ruffillo | 1h09 | 16:39 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 change | |
| Regionale 17834+FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9323 | 15:40 Bologna San Ruffillo | 1h10 | 16:50 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 change | |
Regionale 17834+ Intercity 594+Regionale 18312 | 15:40 Bologna San Ruffillo | 2h03 | 17:43 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 changes | |
| Regionale TTPER 17776+FRECCIAROSSA 8525 | 16:00 Bologna San Ruffillo | 1h24 | 17:24 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 change | |
| Regionale 17839 · Tuscany Line 18527 | 16:16 Bologna San Ruffillo | 1h36 | 17:52 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 change | |
| Regionale TTPER 17792+FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9431 | 16:30 Bologna San Ruffillo | 1h09 | 17:39 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 change | |
| Regionale 17836+FRECCIAROSSA 9325 | 16:40 Bologna San Ruffillo | 1h10 | 17:50 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 change | |
| Regionale TTPER 17780+FRECCIAROSSA 8527 | 17:00 Bologna San Ruffillo | 1h24 | 18:24 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 change | |
| Regionale 17843 · TUSCANY LINE 18529 | 17:16 Bologna San Ruffillo | 1h36 | 18:52 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 change | |
| Regionale TTPER 17782+FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9433 | 17:30 Bologna San Ruffillo | 1h09 | 18:39 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 change | |
| Regionale 17838+FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9559 | 17:40 Bologna San Ruffillo | 1h24 | 19:04 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 change | |
| Regionale TTPER 17840+FRECCIAROSSA 1000 8529 | 18:10 Bologna San Ruffillo | 1h14 | 19:24 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 change | |
| Regionale TTPER 17847 · TUSCANY LINE 18531 | 18:16 Bologna San Ruffillo | 1h36 | 19:52 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 change | |
| Regionale TTPER 17786+FRECCIAROSSA 9435 | 18:30 Bologna San Ruffillo | 1h09 | 19:39 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 change | |
| Regionale TTPER 17786+Intercity 599 | 18:30 Bologna San Ruffillo | 1h52 | 20:22 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 change | |
| Regionale 17842+FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9437 | 19:10 Bologna San Ruffillo | 1h29 | 20:39 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 change | |
| Regionale 17851 | 19:46 Bologna San Ruffillo | 1h24 | 21:10 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 changesdirect | |
| Regionale TTPER 17794+FRECCIAROSSA 9573 | 21:00 Bologna San Ruffillo | 1h14 | 22:14 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 change | |
| Regionale 17853 · Tuscany Line 18539 | 21:16 Bologna San Ruffillo | 1h34 | 22:50 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 change | |
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Overview: Train from Bologna San Ruffillo to Florence Santa Maria Novella
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Trains from Bologna San Ruffillo to Florence Santa Maria Novella run on average 41 times per day, taking around 1h 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £9 but you can travel from only £5 by coach.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 14:16, the last at 18:46. The fastest train covers the 77 km distance in 1h 24m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £5
Distance 77 km |
Average train duration 1h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price £9 |
Trains per day 41 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 1h 24m |
First train 14:16 |
Last train 18:46 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £5
Train companies: Regionale, Italo, Frecciarossa, Trenitalia from Bologna San Ruffillo to Florence Santa Maria Novella trainsRegionale, Italo, Frecciarossa, Trenitalia trains will get you between Bologna San Ruffillo and Florence Santa Maria Novella from £5. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Regionale
About
Regionale is the regional train service of national carrier Trenitalia connecting all of Italy. It is the most convinient way to travel to both big cities and the smallest villages all over the Italian country. The regional trains have different names depending on the region they serve, such as Treno Regionale Veloce (TRV) and Treno Regionale Lento (TRL). Treno Rock and Treno pop are the two new trains part of Trenitalia regionale fleet. Trenitalia Regionale offers a variety of ticket types, including single tickets (economy and standard), return tickets, and season tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, air conditioning, and power sockets. The most popular routes for Regionale are between Rome and Milan, Naples and Florence, and Turin and Venice.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 24m
Cheapest Price
£9
Regionale frequency
15 a day
Luggage included
Free hand luggage allowance included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas between seats
Cancellation Policy
According to ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund provided
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Bar service available on some trains with snacks and beverages
Seat reservation
Seat reservation included in ticket price for most services
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and assistance available for passengers with reduced mobility
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Larger dogs require paid ticket and muzzle
Quiet zone
Italo
About
Italo is Italy’s private high-speed train service operated by Nuovo Trasporto Viaggiatori (NTV), connecting major cities such as Rome, Milan, Naples, Florence, Turin, Bologna, and Salerno. Its fleet includes the Italo AGV 575, capable of speeds up to 186 mph (300 km/h), and the eco-friendly Italo EVO, which reaches up to 150 mph (250 km/h). Passengers can choose from four classes — Smart, Comfort, Prima, and Club Executive — all offering modern amenities such as free Wi-Fi, power outlets, reclining leather seats, footrests, bathrooms, snack machines, and Italo Live entertainment with movies, music, and games. Italo offers three fare types — Low Cost, Economy, and Flex — providing different levels of price and flexibility. Popular routes include Rome–Milan, Rome–Florence, and Milan–Turin, making Italo a fast, comfortable, and convenient way to travel around Italy.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Luggage included
2 pieces of hand luggage (max 55x35x25cm) and 1 piece of luggage (max 75x53x30cm)
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas between seats
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation possible according to ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled trains
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Snack bar service available in most trains with drinks and light refreshments. Welcome service in Prima and Club Executive classes
Seat reservation
Included in Prima and Club Executive. Optional extra cost in Smart and Comfort
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and assistance available for passengers with reduced mobility
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Larger dogs require paid ticket and muzzle. Guide dogs travel free
Quiet zone
Frecciarossa
About
Step on board a Frecciarossa train and relax as you travel across Italy. Trenitalia’s Frecciarossa high-speed trains make around 200 connections across the country each day and are renowned for their comfort, speed, and reduced environmental impact. Reaching speeds of up to 186 mph (300 km/h), they connect major destinations such as Rome, Florence, Milan, Venice, and Naples quickly and efficiently. When booking your Frecciarossa journey, you can choose between four classes: Standard, Premium, Business, and Executive. While each class offers different levels of comfort, all provide free Wi-Fi access, power outlets, air conditioning, bathrooms, luggage storage, onboard entertainment, and restaurant and bar services. Ticket options include Super Economy, Economy, and Base, making it easy to find the right balance of comfort and price for your trip.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 39m
Cheapest Price
£32
Frecciarossa frequency
24 a day
Luggage included
1 carry-on bag and 1 suitcase per passenger
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, dedicated luggage areas at carriage ends, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policy depends on ticket type
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled trains
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Restaurant car with full meals, bar service with snacks and beverages, at-seat service in Executive class
Seat reservation
Included in Executive class, optional fee for other classes
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require paid ticket and muzzle, service animals free
Quiet zone
Trenitalia
About
Trenitalia is not only Italy's national railroad company but also the country's largest train operator. Trenitalia’s fleet of trains ncludes the high-speed Frecciarossa, Frecciargento and Frecciabianca trains as well as intercity, regional and night trains. Bathrooms and WiFi access are standard on long-distance routes. In most cases, the trains also provide barrier-free access. Trenitalia offers different tickets, which vary in price and flexibility: Base, Economy, Super Economy and Ordinaria. You can even use Trenitalia discount cards on Omio. Make sure to look out for the latest offers from Trenitalia on Omio to score special deals!
Luggage & cancellation policy
Trenitalia frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of hand luggage per passenger included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, and spaces between seat backs
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled trains
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Restaurant car on high-speed trains, trolley service with snacks and beverages, vending machines on some trains
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservation, costs extra except on high-speed trains where it's mandatory and included
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance service available with advance notice
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require paid ticket and muzzle, guide dogs travel free
Quiet zone
FAQs: Bologna San Ruffillo to Florence Santa Maria Novella train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bologna San Ruffillo to Florence Santa Maria Novella 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 Florence Santa Maria Novella, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The train distance from Bologna San Ruffillo to Florence Santa Maria Novella is 77 km.
Yes, a day trip from Bologna San Ruffillo to Firenze Santa Maria Novella is feasible. The journey takes 1h 24m and the distance is 77 km. With a frequency of 41 trains per day, it is convenient to travel between the two cities.
Yes, there is a direct train between Bologna San Ruffillo and Florence Santa Maria Novella. The service operates 2 times per day, provided by Regionale.
The train journey from Bologna San Ruffillo to Florence Santa Maria Novella covers a distance of 77 km and takes approximately 1h 24m. Trains run 41 per day.
To get from Bologna San Ruffillo to Florence Santa Maria Novella, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
Booking trains from Bologna San Ruffillo to Florence Santa Maria Novella in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The first train from Bologna San Ruffillo to Florence Santa Maria Novella leaves at 14:16.
The cost of a train ticket from Bologna San Ruffillo to Florence Santa Maria Novella can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £9, while the average price tends to be around £9.
The last train from Bologna San Ruffillo to Florence Santa Maria Novella departs at 18:46.
The cheapest way to get from Bologna San Ruffillo to Florence Santa Maria Novella is by coach, costing approximately £5.
Trains from Bologna San Ruffillo to Florence Santa Maria Novella run approximately 41 times per day.
Yes, there is a high-speed train service from Bologna San Ruffillo to Florence Santa Maria Novella.
Yes, you can take the train from Bologna San Ruffillo to Florence Santa Maria Novella.
There is no night train service from Bologna San Ruffillo to Florence Santa Maria Novella.
The train journey from Bologna San Ruffillo to Firenze Santa Maria Novella offers picturesque views of the Italian countryside, featuring rolling hills, vineyards, and quaint villages, providing a pleasant and scenic experience for travellers.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Bologna San Ruffillo and Florence Santa Maria Novella
Bologna
Florence
The major train station for departures in Bologna is Bologna San Ruffillo. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Bologna San Ruffillo for your trip from Bologna to Florence.
Amenities at train station
Parking
Dining
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Bike Parkinginformation
Distance to city center
4 km
Number of platforms
2Parking
- Free parking available near the station
Taxis
- Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Ramps, restrooms.
WC
- Free of charge
Hotel
- San Ruffillo House
- Hotel Il Guercino
- Hotel Porta San Mamolo
Station Plan
- The station has a simple layout with two platforms and a small waiting area.
Public transport options for Bologna San Ruffillo
- Bus: Several local bus lines available
The major train station for arrivals in Florence is Firenze Santa Maria Novella. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Firenze Santa Maria Novella for your journey to Florence from Bologna.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
LockersParkingDining
ATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotel
Ticket OfficeBike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00
Distance to city center
1 kmWifi
- Free WiFi (30 minutes limit).
Lockers
- Provided by KiPoint and located on the ground floor, on the side of Piazza Adua. Open daily from 06:00 to 23:00.
Dining
- 12oz Coffee Joint
- Casa Maioli
- Don Nino
- Fratelli Cuore
- McDonald´s
- Panella
- Segafredo Zanetti
- Spizzico
- Venchi
- & many more
Accessibility
- Elevators, escalators, step-free access. Mobility assistance is available with the Sala Blu, located next to Platform 1.
Hotel
- Hotel Luxor Florence
- Joy Hotel Florence
- Diplomat Hotel Florence
Ticket Office
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00
Information Desk
- Located inside and outside the station.
Public transport options for Firenze Santa Maria Novella
- Tram lines: T1, T2
- Bus lines: 6, 11, 12, 13, 17, 23, 36, 37, C4
- Train lines: FR, FA, Italo
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