1,000+ travel companies
1,000+ travel companies
Scan to get our free app
Use our app to get live travel updates and book mobile tickets for trains, buses, flights, and ferries.
App Store
4.942K ratings
Google Play
4.6136K reviews
The cheapest and fastest trains from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Bologna S. Vitale
Showing times and prices for 06 Nov
Cheapest price
£9
Average price
£9
Fastest journey
1 h 21 m
Average duration
1 h 21 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
81 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Bologna S. Vitale is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Bologna S. Vitale 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 Florence Santa Maria Novella for Bologna S. Vitale 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 81 km distance in an average of 1 h 21 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 21 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 21 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.
20:221h21
Florence Santa Maria Novella21:43Bologna S. Vitale
£91One-way
0 changes
20:221h21
Florence Santa Maria Novella21:43Bologna S. Vitale
£91One-way
0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Florence Santa Maria Novella to Bologna S. Vitale
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Bologna S. Vitale among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 3m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £6, and a train costs an average of £9.
Distance: 81 km
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Coach |
|---|---|
£9 Average Price | £7 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 33m Average total duration Fastest 1h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 15m Average total duration 1h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Florence Santa Maria Novella to Bologna S. Vitale train times
Showing trains for today, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 13:16
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20:22 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1h21 | 21:43 Bologna S. Vitale | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
Find all the dates and times for this journey
Compare prices and tickets Florence Santa Maria Novella to Bologna S. Vitale by coach or train
Thu
06 Nov
06 Nov
Fri
07 Nov
07 Nov
Sat
08 Nov
08 Nov
Sun
09 Nov
09 Nov
Mon
10 Nov
10 Nov
Tue
11 Nov
11 Nov
Wed
12 Nov
12 Nov
Journey information
Overview: Train from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Bologna S. Vitale
ItalyItaly
Trains from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Bologna S. Vitale run on average 45 times per day, taking around 1h 3m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £9 but you can travel from only £6 by coach.
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 £6
Distance 81 km |
Average train duration 1h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price £9 |
Trains per day 45 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 1h 21m |
First train 18:09 |
Last train 20:22 |
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 £6
Train companies: Regionale, Frecciarossa from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Bologna S. Vitale trainsRegionale, Frecciarossa trains will get you between Florence Santa Maria Novella and Bologna S. Vitale from £6. 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 21m
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
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
Frecciarossa frequency
29 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
FAQs: Florence Santa Maria Novella to Bologna S. Vitale train
FAQs: Travel by train from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Bologna S. Vitale 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 Santa Maria Novella to Bologna S. Vitale.
Booking trains from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Bologna S. Vitale in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train distance from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Bologna S. Vitale is 81 km.
Yes, there is a direct train between Florence Santa Maria Novella and Bologna S. Vitale. The service operates 2 times per day, provided by Regionale.
The train journey from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Bologna S. Vitale covers a distance of 81 km and takes approximately 1h 21m. Trains run 45 per day.
The cost of a train ticket from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Bologna S. Vitale can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £9, while the average price tends to be around £9.
The cheapest way to get from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Bologna S. Vitale is by coach, costing approximately £6.
Yes, you can take the train from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Bologna S. Vitale.
The first train from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Bologna S. Vitale leaves at 18:09.
The last train from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Bologna S. Vitale departs at 20:22.
Trains from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Bologna S. Vitale run approximately 45 times per day.
Yes, there is a high-speed train service from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Bologna S. Vitale.
There is no night train service from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Bologna S. Vitale.
To get from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Bologna S. Vitale, you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Florence Santa Maria Novella and Bologna S. Vitale
Florence
Bologna
The major train station for departures 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 trip from Florence to Bologna.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Ticket Office
Bike 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
The major train station for arrivals in Bologna is Bologna S. Vitale. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Bologna S. Vitale for your journey to Bologna from Florence.
Bologna S. Vitale
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelBike Parkinginformation
Distance to city center
2 kmAccessibility
- Elevators, ramps.
Most popular train connections from Florence Santa Maria Novella
More options for your journey from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Bologna S. Vitale
Here are some other resources that might have the information you need
Most popular trains to and from Bologna S. Vitale and Florence Santa Maria Novella
The Omio App Makes Travel Planning Easy
We’ll get you where you want to go. From live train updates to mobile tickets, our innovative app is the ideal way to plan and keep track of your travel.
