Facts about the transport from Florence to Bologna
| Cheapest Transport | $19 |
| Fastest Transport | 37m |
| Earliest Departure | 3:50 ص |
| Latest Departure | 10:10 م |
| Departures per day | 150 |
| Distance | 31 kilometers |
| Transport Companies | Appennino Shuttle, NTV |
Florence to Bologna
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Florence to Bologna Destination Reviews
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Anonymous I.travel alone. The perfect timing of leaving and arrival. I had the ehole bus for me. Very comfortable.
Florence to Bologna, Bus Standard AC, Appennino Shuttle (Appennino Shuttle), Mar 2, 2026
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Anonymous It was very good.
Florence to Bologna, Bus Standard AC, Appennino Shuttle (Appennino Shuttle), Feb 16, 2026
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Anonymous Problem. My flight was rescheduled and inserted of the bus at 14.10 which I bought, we need the earlier one at 12.10 from Firenze. The driver of the bus at 12.10 cancelled. He not only took other passengers who were there without a ticket and purchased it at place but as well he departed with 2 seats free. He was ultra mean towards us. The driver of our initial reservation at 14.10 was perfect.
Florence to Bologna, Bus Standard AC, Appennino Shuttle (Appennino Shuttle), Mar 29, 2024
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Anonymous VERY PUNCTUAL. I recommend everybody. Easy access, very helpful and kind drivers, easy to get/buy ticket. I am very hahhy to use this transport.
Florence to Bologna, Bus Standard AC, Appennino Shuttle (Appennino Shuttle), Mar 16, 2024
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Anonymous Perfect transfer from Florence to Bologna airport!
Florence to Bologna, Bus Standard AC, Appennino Shuttle (Appennino Shuttle), Mar 7, 2024
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Anonymous A great option. I like the fact that this bus option from Florence was even available. I had tried getting several car services from Siena to Bologna and they would all take my money and then cancel. Or it not for the bus service I would have had to take the train from sienna to Florence then from Florence to Bologna and another shuttle down to the airport so the appanino eliminated one of my changes! The cost was of course dramatically less than a private car. And the bus look brand new and was immaculate inside! I also like the fact I could book this through your website because the appenino shuttle site wasn't even working!! It wouldn't accept my day of departure! The driver was not actually rude but he certainly was not happy. Have you played his music so loud that even in the fourth row back I couldn't hear the book I was listening to and headphones. Then he talked on the phone to someone for a brief bid in such a loud voice that it made it even worse! I had read the negative reviews about the drivers before so this didn't surprise me but it's unfortunate! I was also disappointed that even though the schedule said they would leave at around 8:00 and arrive at the Bologna airport by 9:35, we didn't arrive until closer to 10:00. This wasn't a problem for me because I had a later flight but for someone else it could have been very nerve-wracking. What surprised me was that the driver took a mountainous back road parallel to the highway for the first hour of the trip! I didn't understand! I could see the highway from time to time and it was not congested or backed up. So it was nerve-wracking.
Florence to Bologna, Bus Standard AC, Appennino Shuttle (Appennino Shuttle), Oct 3, 2023
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Anonymous rude driver, did not accept my on line ticket , and forced me to buy second one. bus driver behaviour.
Florence to Bologna, Bus Standard AC, Appennino Shuttle (Appennino Shuttle), Jun 15, 2023
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Anonymous Firenze to Bologna airport. Exact timetable Nice clean and very comfortable bus Easy booking.
Florence to Bologna, Bus Standard AC, Appennino Shuttle (Appennino Shuttle), Apr 23, 2023
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Maria It was very cold in the bus during the whole ride.
Florence to Bologna, Bus Standard AC, Appennino Shuttle (Appennino Shuttle), Oct 30, 2022
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Sony Lovely clean bus and excellent smooth driving from the driver!
Florence to Bologna, Bus Standard AC, Appennino Shuttle (Appennino Shuttle), Oct 9, 2022
Florence to Bologna Schedule
| Type | Operator | Class | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Price | Rating |
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Taxi | Daytrip private transfer with English speaking driver | Minivan 7pax | Any time | +1h 36m | $563.21 | |
Bus | FlixBus | Standard | 01:05 | 02:45 | $8.31 | |
Bus | FlixBus | Standard | 01:30 | 02:45 | $8.31 | |
Bus | FlixBus | Standard | 02:15 | 03:55 | $9.41 | |
Bus | FlixBus | Standard | 02:40 | 03:55 | $9.41 | |
Bus | Appennino Shuttle | Standard AC | 03:50 | 05:10 | $21.35 | |
Bus | Appennino Shuttle | Standard AC | 04:10 | 05:10 | $21.35 | |
Bus | FlixBus | Standard | 04:55 | 06:30 | $8.31 | |
Bus | FlixBus | Standard | 05:20 | 06:30 | $7.75 | |
Flight | Volotea | Economy | 06:05 | 18:05 | $167.09 | |
Flight | Alitalia | Economy | 06:25 | 19:00 | $402.64 | |
Flight | Volotea | Economy | 06:45 | 07:20 | $304.01 | |
Bus | FlixBus | Standard | 07:15 | 08:35 | $7.75 | |
Train | NTV | Smart | 07:39 | 08:18 | $31.21 | |
Flight | Vueling | Economy | 08:00 | 13:35 | $125.32 | |
Train | Trenitalia | Business Premier | 08:17 | 09:33 | $52.45 | |
Bus | Appennino Shuttle | Standard AC | 08:35 | 09:35 | $21.35 | |
Train | Trenitalia | Standard | 08:51 | 09:28 | $32.80 | |
Train | Trenitalia | Standard | 09:09 | 11:50 | $21.37 | |
Train | NTV | Smart | 09:25 | 10:03 | $31.21 |
How to get from Florence to Bologna
Travelling between Florence and Bologna is possible by Bus, train and taxi. Train guarantees the fastest travel on this route. Taxi is the slowest option.
The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 747.83 if you go by taxi; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a train which will set you back mere USD 19.02.
How long does it take to get from Florence to Bologna?
It can take you anywhere between 1 and 2 hours to travel between Florence and Bologna depending on the means of transport you choose.
Train is the fastest way to travel between Florence and Bologna. Train will bring you to your destination in 37m. Taxi does a much slower job and take about 1h 31m to reach Bologna.
How much does it cost to get from Florence to Bologna?
Travelling between Florence and Bologna can be as cheap as USD 19.02 if you opt for a NTV train and as expensive as USD 747.83 if you buy a Daytrip private transfer with English speaking driver taxi ticket.
Here is the list of how much you can expect to pay travelling by each means of transport available for this route.
How many trips per day are there between Florence and Bologna ?
- 136 from Florence to Bologna starting from 07:25 Florence Santa Maria Novella until 21:25 Florence Santa Maria Novella
- 10 from Florence to Bologna starting from 03:50 Florence Bus Station until 22:10 Florence Bus Station
- 4 from Florence to Bologna starting from 00:00 Florence Hotel Transfer until 00:00 Florence Hotel Transfer
Check above for a bus, train, flight and ferry timetable from Florence to Bologna.
What mode of transportation is the best one for my route?
Bus
Travelling from Florence to Bologna overland will inevitably take longer but in many cases it is the cheapest option if you opt for a bus.Things to remember: For a more comfortable ride opt for a higher-class bus wherever possible. These buses usually have soft reclining seats and are equipped with air-conditioning and on-board toilets.
They often include water, snacks or a light lunch into your ticket price and make bathroom stops en-route.
Companies operating bus routes between Florence and Bologna
Appennino Shuttle
Taxi
Some travellers consider taxi to be the most convenient form of overland transport thanks to flexible departure times, a possibility to choose the size of the car you need, and a hassle-free door-to-door service.Things to remember: If you are planning to make detours during your trip, discuss it with your driver or service provider in advance as it may affect the price.
Companies offering charters between Florence and Bologna
Daytrip private transfer with English speaking driver
Train
Train is a often a great choice for long-haul travel especially if you opt for a night sleeper train with berths which will allow you to sleep all your journey through. To make the most of your train journey, choose the class of your ticket wisely.Note that there are air-conditioned and fan-only carriages; private compartments for 2 or 4; hard and soft seats.
Though the upper class you get the smoother is your journey, often second class air-conditioned or fan-only sleepers are a good money saving alternative.
What is the most popular transport to get from Florence to Bologna?
There is a choice of transportation means any time of the day with Bus remaining the most popular option due to their reasonable pricing and comfort.
Out of 1000 travellers who bought tickets for this route
- 70% opted for a bus
- 28% took a train
- 2% bought a taxi ride
Transportation from Florence to Bologna
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Trains$ 18.57
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Buses$ 25.53
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Taxis$ 453.70
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Ferries are not available
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Flights are not available
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Vans are not available