The cheapest and fastest trains from Venice to Bologna Centrale
Cheapest price
€14
Average price
€22
Fastest journey
1 h 15 m
Average duration
1 h 19 m
Trains per day
91
Distance
129 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Venice to Bologna Centrale is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Venice to Bologna Centrale will cost around €22 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €14.
Of the 91 trains that leave Venice for Bologna Centrale on Fri, Nov 21, 91 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Nov 21 the direct trains cover the 129 km distance in an average of 1 h 19 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 15 m .
On Fri, Nov 21 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.
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Compare train and bus for Venice to Bologna Centrale
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Venice to Bologna Centrale 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 47m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €4, and a train costs an average of €12.
Distance: 129 km
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€14 Average price | €7 Average price Cheapest |
2h 17m Average total duration Fastest 1h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 36m Average total duration 2h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Venice to Bologna Centrale train times
The table below shows live departures for Venice to Bologna Centrale trains for today, Thursday, November 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 7:40 AM Venice | 2h05 | 9:45 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:53 AM Venice | 1h52 | 1:45 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:40 PM Venice | 2h10 | 5:50 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:40 PM Venice | 2h06 | 7:46 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:40 PM Venice | 2h00 | 9:40 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Venice to Bologna Centrale
Trains from Venice to Bologna Centrale run on average 54 times per day, taking around 1h 47m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €12 but you can travel from only €4 by bus.
There are 53 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:26, the last at 20:05. The fastest train covers the 129 km distance in 1h 22m.
Distance 129 km |
Average train duration 1h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price €12 |
Trains per day 54 |
Direct trains 53 |
Fastest train 1h 22m |
First train 05:26 |
Last train 20:05 |
Train companies: Regionale, Frecciarossa, Italo, Intercity Notte, Intercity from Venice to Bologna Centrale trainsRegionale, Frecciarossa, Italo, Intercity Notte, Intercity trains will get you between Venice and Bologna Centrale 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 Venice to Bologna Centrale
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Venice to Bologna Centrale 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 Centrale, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Venice to Bologna Centrale
- Mon - Sun: 05:50 - 20:30
- Provided by KiPoint and located on the ground floor.
- McDonald’s
- Chock Full O'Nuts
- Puro Gusto
- Juice Bar
- Rossosapore
- Full accessibility facilities, including toilets, ramps, wheelchairs, elevators and a mobility assistance center.
- Best Western Hotel Tritone
- The Plaza Hotel
- Hotel Villa Constanza
- Mon - Sun: 05:50 - 20:30
- Located in the main concourse.
- Bus lines: 2, 3, 10, 15, 18, 25a, 31, 31H, 32, 32H, 33H, 34H, 43, 53, 86, N1, 8AE
- Train lines: FR, FA, FB, EC, RJ, IC, EN, ICN, R, Italo
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00
- Free WiFi available throughout station.
- Luggage lockers are located on Platform 1.
- GROM Ice Cream
- Venchi Cioccolato
- Bistrot
- Tentazione Café
- L’Artenl Gelato
- Wheelchair access, step-free access to platforms.
- Venice Times Hotel
- Hotel Antiche Figure
- Hotel Abbazia
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00
- Located in the main passenger area.
- Bus lines: 1, 2, 4.1, 4.2, 5.1, 5.2, 3, N
- Train lines: FR, FA, FB, IC, ICN, R, RER, EC, EN, RJ, VSOE
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible via Viale della Stazione.
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Hotel Mercure Venezia Marghera
- Hotel Lugano Torretta
- Hotel Mondial
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-2 for trains to Venice and Mestre
- Bus: Several lines available
- Tram: Line T1
- Train: Regional trains to Venice and Mestre
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Parking is available near the station.
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Hotel Alverì
- Hotel Garibaldi
- Hotel Kappa
- Free
- The station is a small regional stop with basic facilities and two platforms.
- Bus: Line 2
- Tram: Line T1
- 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
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