The cheapest and fastest trains from Rome to Bologna
Cheapest price on Sep 30
€33
Average ticket price on Sep 30
€61
Fastest journey on Sep 30
2 h 3 m
Average journey duration on Sep 30
2 h 3 m
Trains on Sep 30
147
Distance
304 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Rome to Bologna is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rome to Bologna will cost around €61 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €33.
On Wed, Sep 30, we found 147 trains from Rome to Bologna, including 133 direct services.
On Wed, Sep 30 the direct trains cover the 304 km distance in an average of 2 h 3 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 3 m .
On Wed, Sep 30 the slowest trains will take 2 h 5 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 4094 · Regionale 18664 · Regionale 178225:30 AM7h09Rome Termini12:39 PMBologna San Ruffillo€331One-way2 transfers
Regionale Veloce 4098 · Regionale 18514 · Regionale 178288:34 AM6h05Rome Tiburtina2:39 PMBologna San Ruffillo€331One-way2 transfers
Regionale Veloce 4098 · Regionale 18836 · Regionale 178368:20 AM9h19Rome Termini5:39 PMBologna San Ruffillo€331One-way2 transfers
Regionale 4106 · Regionale 178525:20 PM6h14Rome Termini11:34 PMBologna San Ruffillo€331One-way1 transfer
Regionale 4100 · Regionale 18520 · Regionale 1783611:08 AM6h31Rome Tiburtina5:39 PMBologna San Ruffillo€331One-way2 transfers
FRECCIAROSSA 96687:50 PM2h03Rome Termini9:53 PMBologna Centrale€671One-way0 transfers
FRECCIAROSSA 96585:50 PM2h03Rome Termini7:53 PMBologna Centrale€671One-way0 transfers
FRECCIAROSSA 96525:20 PM2h03Rome Termini7:23 PMBologna Centrale€671One-way0 transfers
FRECCIAROSSA 962811:20 AM2h03Rome Termini1:23 PMBologna Centrale€671One-way0 transfers
99666:33 AM2h05Rome Tiburtina8:38 AMBologna Centrale€601One-way0 transfers
Live departures
Rome to Bologna train times
The table below shows live departures for Rome to Bologna trains for today, Tuesday, September 29. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
8910 | 10:56 AM Rome Termini | 2h22 | 1:18 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
9978 | 11:01 AM Rome Termini | 2h07 | 1:08 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9514 | 11:06 AM Rome Termini | 2h27 | 1:33 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 4100 · Regionale 18520 · Regionale 17834 | 11:08 AM Rome Tiburtina | 5h47 | 4:55 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 4100 · Regionale 18520 · Regionale 17836 | 11:08 AM Rome Tiburtina | 6h31 | 5:39 PM Bologna San Ruffillo | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9628 | 11:20 AM Rome Termini | 2h03 | 1:23 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8418 | 11:35 AM Rome Termini | 2h23 | 1:58 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
9928 | 11:40 AM Rome Termini | 2h23 | 2:03 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9630 | 11:46 AM Rome Termini | 2h07 | 1:53 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
8914 | 11:50 AM Rome Termini | 2h28 | 2:18 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
8914 | 11:58 AM Rome Tiburtina | 2h20 | 2:18 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9532 | 12:05 PM Rome Termini | 2h28 | 2:33 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9632 | 12:16 PM Rome Termini | 2h07 | 2:23 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
8960 | 12:20 PM Rome Termini | 2h23 | 2:43 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9420 | 12:30 PM Rome Termini | 2h28 | 2:58 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
9932 | 12:35 PM Rome Termini | 2h28 | 3:03 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 590 | 12:43 PM Rome Tiburtina | 4h07 | 4:50 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9634 | 12:45 PM Rome Termini | 2h08 | 2:53 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
8916 | 12:50 PM Rome Termini | 2h28 | 3:18 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
8916 | 12:58 PM Rome Tiburtina | 2h20 | 3:18 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
9982 | 1:01 PM Rome Termini | 2h07 | 3:08 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9584 | 1:10 PM Rome Termini | 2h23 | 3:33 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 4154 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3930 | 1:20 PM Rome Termini | 8h06 | 9:26 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9422 | 1:30 PM Rome Termini | 2h28 | 3:58 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
8134 | 1:40 PM Rome Termini | 2h23 | 4:03 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9638 | 1:45 PM Rome Termini | 2h08 | 3:53 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9540 | 2:05 PM Rome Termini | 2h28 | 4:33 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9423 | 2:30 PM Rome Termini | 2h28 | 4:58 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
9940 | 2:35 PM Rome Termini | 2h28 | 5:03 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8520 | 2:45 PM Rome Termini | 2h28 | 5:13 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9642 | 2:45 PM Rome Termini | 2h08 | 4:53 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
9940 | 2:45 PM Rome Tiburtina | 2h18 | 5:03 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
8918 | 2:50 PM Rome Termini | 2h28 | 5:18 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
8918 | 3:00 PM Rome Tiburtina | 2h18 | 5:18 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
9986 | 3:00 PM Rome Termini | 2h08 | 5:08 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9544 | 3:05 PM Rome Termini | 2h28 | 5:33 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9320 | 3:20 PM Rome Termini | 2h28 | 5:48 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 592 | 3:25 PM Rome Termini | 4h31 | 7:56 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9426 | 3:35 PM Rome Termini | 2h23 | 5:58 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
8944 | 3:40 PM Rome Termini | 2h23 | 6:03 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9646 | 3:46 PM Rome Termini | 2h07 | 5:53 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 596 | 3:48 PM Rome Tiburtina | 4h54 | 8:42 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
8928 | 3:51 PM Rome Termini | 2h27 | 6:18 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 4156 · Regionale Veloce 3932 | 3:55 PM Rome Termini | 7h26 | 11:21 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 4156+ Intercity 596 | 3:55 PM Rome Termini | 4h47 | 8:42 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
8928 | 4:00 PM Rome Tiburtina | 2h18 | 6:18 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9588 | 4:11 PM Rome Termini | 2h22 | 6:33 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9480 | 4:25 PM Rome Termini | 2h13 | 6:38 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9428 | 4:35 PM Rome Termini | 2h23 | 6:58 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
9948 | 4:40 PM Rome Termini | 2h23 | 7:03 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8524 | 4:45 PM Rome Termini | 2h28 | 7:13 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
8920 | 4:55 PM Rome Termini | 2h23 | 7:18 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
9990 | 5:00 PM Rome Termini | 2h08 | 7:08 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9552 | 5:10 PM Rome Termini | 2h23 | 7:33 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9652 | 5:20 PM Rome Termini | 2h03 | 7:23 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 4106 · Regionale 17852 | 5:20 PM Rome Termini | 6h30 | 11:50 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 4106 · Regionale 17852 | 5:20 PM Rome Termini | 6h14 | 11:34 PM Bologna San Ruffillo | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9430 | 5:30 PM Rome Termini | 2h28 | 7:58 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
9958 | 5:40 PM Rome Termini | 2h23 | 8:03 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9658 | 5:50 PM Rome Termini | 2h03 | 7:53 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8526 | 5:50 PM Rome Termini | 2h23 | 8:13 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
8922 | 5:55 PM Rome Termini | 2h23 | 8:18 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9556 | 6:10 PM Rome Termini | 2h23 | 8:33 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9660 | 6:15 PM Rome Termini | 2h08 | 8:23 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
8966 | 6:20 PM Rome Termini | 2h23 | 8:43 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9326 | 6:25 PM Rome Termini | 2h23 | 8:48 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
9944 | 6:30 PM Rome Termini | 2h08 | 8:38 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9432 | 6:35 PM Rome Termini | 2h43 | 9:18 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
9954 | 6:40 PM Rome Termini | 2h23 | 9:03 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8528 | 6:45 PM Rome Termini | 2h28 | 9:13 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9662 | 6:46 PM Rome Termini | 2h07 | 8:53 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
9994 | 7:00 PM Rome Termini | 2h08 | 9:08 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9560 | 7:10 PM Rome Termini | 2h23 | 9:33 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9328 | 7:20 PM Rome Termini | 2h28 | 9:48 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
8968 | 7:20 PM Rome Termini | 2h23 | 9:43 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9434 | 7:30 PM Rome Termini | 2h28 | 9:58 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
8158 | 7:40 PM Rome Termini | 2h23 | 10:03 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9668 | 7:50 PM Rome Termini | 2h03 | 9:53 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9330 | 7:50 PM Rome Termini | 2h23 | 10:13 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9592 | 8:11 PM Rome Termini | 2h24 | 10:35 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
9962 | 8:36 PM Rome Termini | 2h27 | 11:03 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
9962 | 8:46 PM Rome Tiburtina | 2h17 | 11:03 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
InterCityNotte 774 | 10:35 PM Rome Termini | 6h02 | 4:37 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
InterCityNotte 798+ Regionale TTPER 17403 | 11:51 PM Rome Tiburtina | 7h19 | 7:10 AM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
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FRECCIAROSSA 9504 | 5:05 AM Rome Termini | 2h23 | 7:28 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 4094 · Regionale 18664 · Regionale 17822 | 5:30 AM Rome Termini | 7h09 | 12:39 PM Bologna San Ruffillo | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 4094 · Regionale 18830 · Regionale 17820 | 5:30 AM Rome Termini | 6h25 | 11:55 AM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9400 | 5:30 AM Rome Termini | 2h28 | 7:58 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
9904 | 5:35 AM Rome Termini | 2h28 | 8:03 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
9904 | 5:45 AM Rome Tiburtina | 2h18 | 8:03 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
8900 | 5:50 AM Rome Termini | 2h28 | 8:18 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9508 | 5:55 AM Rome Termini | 2h38 | 8:33 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
8900 | 6:00 AM Rome Tiburtina | 2h18 | 8:18 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
9966 | 6:25 AM Rome Termini | 2h13 | 8:38 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9404 | 6:30 AM Rome Termini | 2h28 | 8:58 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
9966 | 6:33 AM Rome Tiburtina | 2h05 | 8:38 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
9908 | 6:35 AM Rome Termini | 2h28 | 9:03 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8502 | 6:40 AM Rome Termini | 2h33 | 9:13 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
9908 | 6:43 AM Rome Tiburtina | 2h20 | 9:03 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9608 | 6:45 AM Rome Termini | 2h08 | 8:53 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
8924 | 6:50 AM Rome Termini | 2h28 | 9:18 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
9968 | 7:00 AM Rome Termini | 2h08 | 9:08 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
8924 | 7:00 AM Rome Tiburtina | 2h18 | 9:18 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9512 | 7:05 AM Rome Termini | 2h28 | 9:33 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 534+ Regionale Veloce TTPER 3916 | 7:13 AM Rome Termini | 7h13 | 2:26 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9610 | 7:15 AM Rome Termini | 2h08 | 9:23 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9304 | 7:20 AM Rome Termini | 2h28 | 9:48 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
8954 | 7:20 AM Rome Termini | 2h23 | 9:43 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9406 | 7:30 AM Rome Termini | 2h28 | 9:58 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
9912 | 7:35 AM Rome Termini | 2h28 | 10:03 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9612 | 7:45 AM Rome Termini | 2h08 | 9:53 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
9912 | 7:45 AM Rome Tiburtina | 2h18 | 10:03 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
8904 | 7:50 AM Rome Termini | 2h28 | 10:18 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
8904 | 8:00 AM Rome Tiburtina | 2h18 | 10:18 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
9972 | 8:00 AM Rome Termini | 2h08 | 10:08 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9516 | 8:05 AM Rome Termini | 2h28 | 10:33 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9616 | 8:15 AM Rome Termini | 2h08 | 10:23 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 4098 · Regionale 18836 · Regionale 17836 | 8:20 AM Rome Termini | 9h19 | 5:39 PM Bologna San Ruffillo | 2 transfers | |
8956 | 8:20 AM Rome Termini | 2h23 | 10:43 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9490 | 8:30 AM Rome Termini | 2h28 | 10:58 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 4098 · Regionale 18514 · Regionale 17828 | 8:34 AM Rome Tiburtina | 6h05 | 2:39 PM Bologna San Ruffillo | 2 transfers | |
9916 | 8:35 AM Rome Termini | 2h28 | 11:03 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9618 | 8:45 AM Rome Termini | 2h08 | 10:53 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
9916 | 8:45 AM Rome Tiburtina | 2h18 | 11:03 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8506 | 8:50 AM Rome Termini | 2h23 | 11:13 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
8906 | 8:55 AM Rome Termini | 2h23 | 11:18 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
9974 | 9:00 AM Rome Termini | 2h08 | 11:08 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
8906 | 9:04 AM Rome Tiburtina | 2h14 | 11:18 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9520 | 9:10 AM Rome Termini | 2h23 | 11:33 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9308 | 9:20 AM Rome Termini | 2h28 | 11:48 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 4152 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3922 | 9:25 AM Rome Termini | 8h01 | 5:26 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9414 | 9:35 AM Rome Termini | 2h23 | 11:58 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
9920 | 9:40 AM Rome Termini | 2h23 | 12:03 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8508 | 9:45 AM Rome Termini | 2h28 | 12:13 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9622 | 9:45 AM Rome Termini | 2h08 | 11:53 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
9920 | 9:49 AM Rome Tiburtina | 2h14 | 12:03 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
8908 | 9:51 AM Rome Termini | 2h27 | 12:18 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
9976 | 10:00 AM Rome Termini | 2h08 | 12:08 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
8908 | 10:01 AM Rome Tiburtina | 2h17 | 12:18 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9524 | 10:05 AM Rome Termini | 2h28 | 12:33 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9624 | 10:15 AM Rome Termini | 2h08 | 12:23 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 588 | 10:15 AM Rome Termini | 4h32 | 2:47 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9310 | 10:20 AM Rome Termini | 2h28 | 12:48 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9416 | 10:30 AM Rome Termini | 2h28 | 12:58 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
9924 | 10:40 AM Rome Termini | 2h23 | 1:03 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9626 | 10:45 AM Rome Termini | 2h08 | 12:53 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8509 | 10:45 AM Rome Termini | 2h28 | 1:13 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Rome to Bologna
Trains from Rome to Bologna run on average 137 times per day, taking around 2h 40m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €14 but you can travel from only €6 by bus.
There are 128 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 304 km distance in 1h 58m.
Distance 304 km |
Average train duration 2h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price €14 |
Trains per day 137 |
Direct trains 128 |
Fastest train 1h 58m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:56 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 91 days |
Train companies: Frecciarossa, Italo, Regionale, Intercity, Intercity Notte, Frecciargento from Rome to Bologna trainsFrecciarossa, Italo, Regionale, Intercity, Intercity Notte, Frecciargento trains will get you between Rome and Bologna from €6. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Trains from Rome to Bologna
Rail connections between Rome and Bologna have never been better, with Italy's high-speed rail network meaning that most direct trains from Rome to Bologna now take just over two hours. There are frequent direct high-speed and slower stopping services seven days a week, most leaving from Rome Termini station, but some departing from Rome Tiburtina. Departure times range from early morning to late evening.
Which train companies travel from Rome to Bologna?
Private rail operator Italo provides weekday connections from Rome to Bologna on the high-speed lines. The timetable also includes direct services to Bologna Centrale from national rail operator Trenitalia, using its high-speed Frecciarossa and Frecciargento trains for high-speed connections.
How long is the train from Rome to Bologna?
Some of Italo's high-speed services manage the 205-mile route north from Rome to Bologna in just one hour and 55 minutes but most Italo and Trenitalia high-speed services take around 15 to 20 minutes longer. Trenitalia also offers daily slow stopping services which take between four and five hours to reach Bologna.
How many trains are there from Rome to Bologna?
There are at least four to five trains an hour daily from Rome to Bologna, the majority of them high-speed services. Trenitalia schedules also include 5-6 daily economical slow trains taking twice as long to reach the northern city. Timetables begin in the early morning and continue throughout the day until late evening.
What are the departure and arrival stations for trains from Rome to Bologna?
Departure train station: Services depart from either Rome Termini or Rome Tiburtina. Termini station is located in the heart of Rome city center, with public transport links provided by local bus routes and Metro trains on lines A and B. Some trains depart from Tiburtina Station, on the north-east side of the city, with connections on Metro line B and from buses stopping at the adjacent terminus. Both stations offer coffee bars, food stores, luggage storage facilities, and taxi stands.
Arrival train station: Trains arrive at Bologna Centrale. Bologna Centrale Station is located about a mile north of the historic city center, with local buses making the trip downtown in about ten minutes. The station concourse has a cafe, restaurant, gift shop, and baggage storage facilities.
FAQs: Trains from Rome to Bologna
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rome 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.

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Popular train stations from Rome to Bologna
Most Rome to Bologna trains use the Roma Termini to Bologna Centrale station pair, with some services arriving at Bologna, Aeroporto. Use this guide to compare Rome and Bologna train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Rome station do trains to Bologna leave from?
Getting to Roma Termini from Rome city centre
Roma Termini is 1 km from Rome city centre. Public transport options include:
Roma Termini train station facilities and services
Roma Termini has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Acafe, Moka Café, Roadhouse Grill, McDonald's, Gusto, Chef Express, Coop Minimarket, Mercato Centrale
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free WiFi in the station. ATMs are there are ATMs in various locations around the station.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 06:30 - 22:00. Information desks are located near Platform 24.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is provided by KiPoint and located on Platform 24. Open every day from 06:00 to 23:00.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Roma Termini: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Roma Termini: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Roma Termini: The Sala Blu, Trenitalia's office of assistance for disabled travelers, is located next to Platform 1.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Archi di Roma Guest House, Gemma di Roma, The Liberty Boutique Hotel.
Getting to Roma Tiburtina from Rome city centre
Roma Tiburtina is 4 km from Rome city centre. Public transport options include:
Roma Tiburtina train station facilities and services
Roma Tiburtina has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Rock n’ Coffee Roma, Arabian Kebab, Ingredienti, McDonald’s, Numb's Bakery Café
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free, limited Wi-Fi available in the station for 15 minutes. ATMs are located on the ground floor level.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 06:35 - 20:20. Information desks are located inside the main terminal. .
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located in the station lobby.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Roma Tiburtina: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Roma Tiburtina: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Roma Tiburtina: Accessible facilities include elevators and escalators.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include B&B Rome Tiburtina, B&B Alba Domus Roma, Hotel delle Province.
Getting to Roma Ostiense from Rome city centre
Roma Ostiense is 2 km from Rome city centre. Public transport options include:
Roma Ostiense train station facilities and services
Roma Ostiense has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Ramen Bar Akira, Eataly Roma
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Roma Ostiense. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Roma Ostiense. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Roma Ostiense: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Roma Ostiense: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Roma Ostiense: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Abitart, Hotel San Anselmo, Hotel Villa San Pio.
Which Bologna station do trains from Rome arrive at?
Getting to Bologna Centrale from Bologna city centre
Bologna Centrale is 1 km from Bologna city centre. Public transport options include:
Bologna Centrale train station facilities and services
Bologna Centrale has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Burger King, A Cafè, VyTA Boulangerie, Venchi, Scambio, Juice Bar, KFC, Dispensa Emilia, Lavazza, Mokà, & more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. . ATMs are aTM is located in the main hall.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00. Information desks are customer service center is on the ground floor and open every day from 06:30 to 23:00.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is luggage facility, open daily from 07:00 to 22:00, is located in front of binario 7 Ovest (Track 7 West).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bologna Centrale: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bologna Centrale: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bologna Centrale: 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.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Starhotels Excelsior, Millenn Hotel Bologna, UNA Hotels.
Getting to Bologna, Aeroporto from Bologna city centre
Bologna, Aeroporto is 5 km from Bologna city centre. Public transport options include:
Bologna, Aeroporto train station facilities and services
Bologna, Aeroporto has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Multiple options on site
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free wifi throughout the station. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bologna, Aeroporto.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bologna, Aeroporto: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bologna, Aeroporto: Fully accessible for disabled individuals.
Getting to Bologna San Ruffillo from Bologna city centre
Bologna San Ruffillo is 4 km from Bologna city centre. Public transport options include:
Bologna San Ruffillo train station facilities and services
Bologna San Ruffillo has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Bologna San Ruffillo.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bologna San Ruffillo: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bologna San Ruffillo: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bologna San Ruffillo: Ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include San Ruffillo House, Hotel Il Guercino, Hotel Porta San Mamolo.
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