The cheapest and fastest trains from Rimini to Bologna
Cheapest price
€11
Average price
€15
Fastest journey
53 m
Average duration
55 m
Trains per day
70
Distance
110 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Rimini to Bologna is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rimini to Bologna will cost around €15 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €11.
Of the 70 trains that leave Rimini for Bologna on Sun, Dec 21, 69 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Dec 21 the direct trains cover the 110 km distance in an average of 55 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 53 m .
On Sun, Dec 21 the slowest trains will take 58 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.
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3910
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3918
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3924
Regionale Veloce 1728
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2494
InterCityNotte 758
InterCityNotte 752
FRECCIAROSSA 9806
FRECCIAROSSA 8810
FRECCIAROSSA 9808Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Rimini to Bologna
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Rimini to Bologna among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 9m. 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 train costs an average of €10, and a bus costs an average of €7.
Distance: 110 km
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€11 Average price Cheapest | €13 Average price |
1h 39m Average total duration Fastest 1h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 12m Average total duration 1h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Rimini to Bologna train times
The table below shows live departures for Rimini to Bologna trains for today, Saturday, December 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 3:37 AM Rimini | 1h33 | 5:10 AM Bologna | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:56 AM Rimini | 1h36 | 6:32 AM Bologna | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:58 AM Rimini | 1h28 | 1:26 PM Bologna | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:54 PM Rimini | 1h32 | 6:26 PM Bologna | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:04 PM Rimini | 1h17 | 9:21 PM Bologna | 0 transfersDirect |
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Overview: Train from Rimini to Bologna
Trains from Rimini to Bologna run on average 58 times per day, taking around 1h 9m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €10 but you can travel from only €7 by bus.
There are 54 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 110 km distance in 1h 16m.
Distance 110 km |
Average train duration 1h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price €10 |
Trains per day 58 |
Direct trains 54 |
Fastest train 1h 16m |
First train 00:02 |
Last train 23:55 |
Train companies: Regionale, Intercity, Frecciarossa, Intercity Notte, Trenitalia, Deutsche Bahn from Rimini to Bologna trainsRegionale, Intercity, Frecciarossa, Intercity Notte, Trenitalia, Deutsche Bahn trains will get you between Rimini and Bologna from €7. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Regionale
Intercity
Frecciarossa
Intercity Notte
Trenitalia
Deutsche Bahn
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
FAQs: Trains from Rimini to Bologna
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rimini to Bologna 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 Bologna, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

When departing from Rimini, you have various train station options to start your route from including Rimini, Rimini Miramare, Rimini Viserba and Rimini Torre Pedrera. When arriving in Bologna, you can end your route in train stations like Bologna Centrale and Bologna S. Vitale.
Passengers board the train most frequently from Rimini, which is located around 1 mile (1.6 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Bologna Centrale, located 1.6 miles (2.5 km) away from the city centre.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Rimini to Bologna
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, 24 hours a day. Access is available via Piazzale Cesare Battisti.
- Ristorante Il Falco
- Ristorante La Mi Mama
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- €1
- Grand Hotel Rimini
- Hotel Sole Mio
- Ambienthotels Villa Adriatica
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-3 for regional trains
- Hall 2: platforms 4-7 for long-distance trains
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Regional and long-distance services
- Parking is available nearby, but not directly at the station.
- Mirage Restaurant & Pizza
- Ristorante Altamarea
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- Free of charge
- Hotel Marina Rimini
- Baldinini Hotel
- Mirage Hotel
- The station is a small regional stop with basic facilities, primarily serving local and regional routes.
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Regional connections to Rimini and surrounding areas
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available nearby, with several public parking lots in the vicinity.
- Paguro Cafe
- Caffe Centrale
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €1
- Hotel Ascot & Spa
- Hotel Touring
- Hotel Principe di Piemonte
- Located near the main entrance
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and waiting area
- Platforms are accessible via a pedestrian underpass.
- Bus: Several local bus lines available
- Train: Regional trains to Rimini and Riccione
- 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
- Elevators, ramps.
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