The cheapest and fastest trains from Bologna to Mantua
Cheapest price
€9
Average price
€9
Fastest journey
1 h 44 m
Average duration
1 h 54 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
86 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bologna to Mantua is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bologna to Mantua will cost around €9 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €9.
Of the 4 trains that leave Bologna for Mantua on Thu, Jul 02, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Jul 02 the direct trains cover the 86 km distance in an average of 1 h 54 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 44 m .
On Thu, Jul 02 the slowest trains will take 2 h 3 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.
2:33 PM1h44Bologna4:17 PMMantua€91One-way0 transfers
4:28 AM2h03Bologna6:31 AMMantua€91One-way0 transfers
3:28 AM2h03Bologna5:31 AMMantua€91One-way0 transfers
5:33 PM1h47Bologna7:20 PMMantua€101One-way0 transfers
2:33 PM1h44Bologna4:17 PMMantua€91One-way0 transfers
5:33 PM1h47Bologna7:20 PMMantua€101One-way0 transfers
4:28 AM2h03Bologna6:31 AMMantua€91One-way0 transfers
3:28 AM2h03Bologna5:31 AMMantua€91One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Bologna to Mantua
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bologna to Mantua among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 26m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €4, and a train costs an average of €9.
Distance: 86 km
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€9 Average price | €7 Average price Cheapest |
1h 56m Average total duration Fastest 1h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 12m Average total duration 1h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Bologna to Mantua train times
The table below shows live departures for Bologna to Mantua trains for today, Wednesday, July 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Regionale Veloce 3904 · Regionale TTPER 16986 | 8:33 AM Bologna Centrale | 1h44 | 10:17 AM Mantua station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TTPER 34040 · Regionale TTPER 22470 | 11:33 AM Bologna Centrale | 1h44 | 1:17 PM Mantua station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3912 · Regionale TTPER 22474 | 12:33 PM Bologna Centrale | 1h44 | 2:17 PM Mantua station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3914 · Regionale TTPER 16992 | 1:33 PM Bologna Centrale | 1h44 | 3:17 PM Mantua station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3916 · Regionale TTPER 22478 | 2:33 PM Bologna Centrale | 1h44 | 4:17 PM Mantua station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3918 · Regionale TTPER 22482 | 3:33 PM Bologna Centrale | 1h44 | 5:17 PM Mantua station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3920 · Regionale TTPER 16996 | 4:33 PM Bologna Centrale | 1h44 | 6:17 PM Mantua station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3922 · Regionale TTPER 22488 | 5:33 PM Bologna Centrale | 1h44 | 7:17 PM Mantua station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TTPER 22454 | 6:40 PM Bologna Centrale | 1h37 | 8:17 PM Mantua station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3926 · Regionale TTPER 17000 | 7:33 PM Bologna Centrale | 1h44 | 9:17 PM Mantua station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3928 · Regionale TTPER 22494 | 8:33 PM Bologna Centrale | 1h44 | 10:17 PM Mantua station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3930 · Regionale TTPER 22498 | 9:33 PM Bologna Centrale | 1h57 | 11:30 PM Mantua station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9328 | 9:51 PM Bologna Centrale | 1h12 | 11:03 PM Mantua station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, July 2 | |||||
![]() | 3:28 AM Bologna | 2h03 | 5:31 AM Mantua | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:28 AM Bologna | 2h03 | 6:31 AM Mantua | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bologna to Mantua
Trains from Bologna to Mantua run on average 27 times per day, taking around 1h 26m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €9 but you can travel from only €4 by bus.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:55, the last at 21:55. The fastest train covers the 86 km distance in 1h 12m.
Distance 86 km |
Average train duration 1h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price €9 |
Trains per day 27 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 1h 12m |
First train 3:55 AM |
Last train 9:55 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 70 days |
Train companies: Regionale, Frecciarossa from Bologna to Mantua trainsRegionale, Frecciarossa trains will get you between Bologna and Mantua from €4. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Bologna to Mantua
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bologna to Mantua 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 Mantua, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Bologna to Mantua
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00
- Free Wi-Fi.
- Luggage facility, open daily from 07:00 to 22:00, is located in front of binario 7 Ovest (Track 7 West)
- Burger King
- A Cafè
- VyTA Boulangerie
- Venchi
- Scambio
- Juice Bar
- KFC
- Dispensa Emilia
- Lavazza
- Mokà
- & more
- Accessible facilities including barrier-free restrooms, elevators and ramps. Sala Blu mobility assistance available from 07:45 to 22:30 with advanced one-hour notice
- Starhotels Excelsior
- Millenn Hotel Bologna
- UNA Hotels
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00
- Customer service center is on the ground floor and open every day from 06:30 to 23:00
- Bus lines: 21, 25, 30, 36, 61, 62, 77, BLQ
- Monorail lines: Marconi Express
- Train lines: FR, FA, FB, IC, ICN, R, Italo, ÖBB EC, EN
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available near the station with several spaces for short-term and long-term parking
- Ristorante Il Patio
- Trattoria Bonora
- Outside the main entrance
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms
- €1
- Flyon Hotel
- Hotel Bologna Airport
- Hotel Del Borgo
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and platforms
- Hall 2: waiting area and restrooms
- Bus: Several lines available connecting to Bologna city center
- Taxi services available
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible from Piazza Don Leoni
- Ristorante Masseria
- Osteria dell'Oca
- Outside the main entrance
- €1
- Hotel Casa Poli
- Hotel La Favorita
- Hotel Broletto
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for trains to regional and long-distance destinations
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Regional and long-distance connections
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