The cheapest and fastest trains from Ventimiglia to Bologna
Cheapest price
€36
Average price
€39
Fastest journey
7 h 28 m
Average duration
7 h 28 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
308 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Ventimiglia to Bologna is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ventimiglia to Bologna will cost around €39 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €36.
Of the 2 trains that leave Ventimiglia for Bologna on Sat, Mar 21, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Mar 21 the direct trains cover the 308 km distance in an average of 7 h 28 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 7 h 28 m .
On Sat, Mar 21 the slowest trains will take 7 h 28 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.




Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Ventimiglia to Bologna
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Ventimiglia to Bologna among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 30m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €12, and a flight costs an average of €50.
Distance: 308 km
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€37 Average price | €26 Average price Cheapest | €53 Average price |
6h 0m Average total duration Fastest 5h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 31m Average total duration 9h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 10m Average total duration 9h 10m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Ventimiglia to Bologna train times
The table below shows live departures for Ventimiglia to Bologna trains for today, Friday, March 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Regionale Veloce 3371 · Regionale TTPER 2090 | 12:57 PM Ventimiglia station | 7h28 | 8:25 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3371 · Regionale Veloce 3040+ 9963 | 12:57 PM Ventimiglia station | 7h57 | 8:54 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3371+ Intercity 680+ 9963 | 12:57 PM Ventimiglia station | 7h57 | 8:54 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3371+ Intercity 635+ 9961 | 12:57 PM Ventimiglia station | 6h57 | 7:54 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 12271 · Regionale 12427+ Intercity 680+ 9963 | 1:28 PM Ventimiglia station | 7h26 | 8:54 PM Bologna Centrale | 3 transfers | |
Intercity 635 · Intercity 680+ 9963 | 2:10 PM Ventimiglia station | 6h44 | 8:54 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 635+ Regionale Veloce 3040+ 9963 | 2:10 PM Ventimiglia station | 6h44 | 8:54 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 635+ Regionale TTPER 2090 | 2:10 PM Ventimiglia station | 6h15 | 8:25 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 635+ Regionale TTPER 2089 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 2477 | 2:10 PM Ventimiglia station | 5h55 | 8:05 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3375 · Regionale Veloce 3042 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 2485 | 2:57 PM Ventimiglia station | 8h36 | 11:33 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 6:57 AM Ventimiglia | 7h28 | 2:25 PM Bologna | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Ventimiglia to Bologna
Trains from Ventimiglia to Bologna run on average 22 times per day, taking around 5h 30m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €32 but you can travel from only €12 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:20, the last at 20:41. The fastest train covers the 308 km distance in 6h 12m.
Distance 308 km |
Average train duration 5h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price €32 |
Trains per day 22 |
Fastest train 6h 12m |
First train 00:20 |
Last train 20:41 |
Train companies: Intercity, Regionale, Frecciarossa from Ventimiglia to Bologna trainsIntercity, Regionale, Frecciarossa trains will get you between Ventimiglia and Bologna from €12. 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 Ventimiglia to Bologna
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ventimiglia 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.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Ventimiglia to Bologna
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from Via Cavour.
- Ristorante Marco Polo
- La Grotta
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Hotel Sole Mare
- Hotel Calypso
- Hotel Provenza
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms for regional and international trains
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- Train: Regional and Intercity trains
- Bus: Several local bus lines available
- 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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