How much does a train ticket cost from Venice to Bologna?

The cheapest train tickets from Venice to Bologna start from £13. The average price for this train route is around £24. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Venice to Bologna?

The average train journey time from Venice to Bologna is 1h 33m, covering a distance of 81 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 1h 15m and is operated by Trenitalia .

Which train operators serve the Venice to Bologna route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 39 trains available per day, including services from Trenitalia , Italo .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Venice to Bologna?

The earliest train from Venice to Bologna departs at 07:05. And the latest train departs at 22:17.

Which is the best train operator from Venice to Bologna?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Italo , with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 24 reviews.

Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Venice to Bologna?

According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator Italo has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.8.

Which train operator has the most punctual service from Venice to Bologna?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Trenitalia , with a punctuality rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Venice to Bologna?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Italo , with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Train Venice to Bologna from £10

Next train departures

Next departures from Venice to Bologna on 12 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:53	Stazione di Venezia Mestre	1h 52m	09:45	Bologna Centrale	Cheapest
Train	08:34	Stazione di Venezia Mestre	1h 15m	09:49	Bologna Centrale	Fastest
Train	07:17	Stazione di Venezia Mestre	1h 22m	08:39	Bologna Centrale	No tags
Train	07:38	Stazione di Venezia Mestre	1h 21m	08:59	Bologna Centrale	No tags
Train	07:17	Stazione di Venezia Mestre	1h 22m	08:39	Bologna Centrale	No tags

Next departures from Venice to Bologna on 13 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:53	Stazione di Venezia Mestre	1h 52m	09:45	Bologna Centrale	Cheapest
Train	08:34	Stazione di Venezia Mestre	1h 15m	09:49	Bologna Centrale	Fastest
Train	07:05	Stazione di Venezia Mestre	1h 37m	08:42	Bologna Centrale	No tags
Train	07:17	Stazione di Venezia Mestre	1h 22m	08:39	Bologna Centrale	No tags
Train	07:05	Stazione di Venezia Mestre	1h 37m	08:42	Bologna Centrale	No tags

Next departures from Venice to Bologna on 14 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:53	Stazione di Venezia Mestre	1h 52m	09:45	Bologna Centrale	Cheapest
Train	08:34	Stazione di Venezia Mestre	1h 15m	09:49	Bologna Centrale	Fastest
Train	07:05	Stazione di Venezia Mestre	1h 37m	08:42	Bologna Centrale	No tags
Train	07:17	Stazione di Venezia Mestre	1h 22m	08:39	Bologna Centrale	No tags
Train	07:05	Stazione di Venezia Mestre	1h 37m	08:42	Bologna Centrale	No tags

Next departures from Venice to Bologna on 15 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:53	Stazione di Venezia Mestre	1h 52m	09:45	Bologna Centrale	Cheapest
Train	08:34	Stazione di Venezia Mestre	1h 15m	09:49	Bologna Centrale	Fastest
Train	07:05	Stazione di Venezia Mestre	1h 37m	08:42	Bologna Centrale	No tags
Train	07:17	Stazione di Venezia Mestre	1h 22m	08:39	Bologna Centrale	No tags
Train	07:05	Stazione di Venezia Mestre	1h 37m	08:42	Bologna Centrale	No tags

Next departures from Venice to Bologna on 16 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:53	Stazione di Venezia Mestre	1h 52m	09:45	Bologna Centrale	Cheapest
Train	08:34	Stazione di Venezia Mestre	1h 15m	09:49	Bologna Centrale	Fastest
Train	07:05	Stazione di Venezia Mestre	1h 37m	08:42	Bologna Centrale	No tags
Train	07:17	Stazione di Venezia Mestre	1h 22m	08:39	Bologna Centrale	No tags
Train	07:05	Stazione di Venezia Mestre	1h 37m	08:42	Bologna Centrale	No tags

Next departures from Venice to Bologna on 17 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:53	Stazione di Venezia Mestre	1h 52m	09:45	Bologna Centrale	Cheapest
Train	08:34	Stazione di Venezia Mestre	1h 15m	09:49	Bologna Centrale	Fastest
Train	07:05	Stazione di Venezia Mestre	1h 37m	08:42	Bologna Centrale	No tags
Train	07:17	Stazione di Venezia Mestre	1h 22m	08:39	Bologna Centrale	No tags
Train	07:05	Stazione di Venezia Mestre	1h 37m	08:42	Bologna Centrale	No tags

Next departures from Venice to Bologna on 18 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:53	Stazione di Venezia Mestre	1h 52m	09:45	Bologna Centrale	Cheapest
Train	08:34	Stazione di Venezia Mestre	1h 15m	09:49	Bologna Centrale	Fastest
Train	07:05	Stazione di Venezia Mestre	1h 37m	08:42	Bologna Centrale	No tags
Train	07:17	Stazione di Venezia Mestre	1h 22m	08:39	Bologna Centrale	No tags
Train	07:05	Stazione di Venezia Mestre	1h 37m	08:42	Bologna Centrale	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 21:36 CET.

Compare 3 ways to travel from Venice to Bologna

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Bologna. The journey takes about 1 hour 40 minutes and with fares starting at just £6, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

7carpool per day

1h 40mAverage duration

81 milesDistance

5kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£6 - £94	Average duration2h 30m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£13 - £183	Average duration1h 33m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£6 - £23	Average duration1h 40m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Venice and Bologna?

Venice

A
Stazione di Venezia Mestre
Stazione di Venezia Mestre, 30171 Venezia VE, Italy
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B
Santa Lucia
Stazione di Venezia Santa Lucia, 30121 Venezia VE, Italy
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C
Venice Tronchetto Train Station
Isola Nova del Tronchetto, 38, 30135 Venezia, Italy
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D
Porto Marghera
30172 Venezia VE, Italy
E
Carpenedo
Via Santa Maria dei Battuti 26, 30174 Venezia VE, Italy

Bologna

A
Bologna
B
Corticella
40128 Bologna BO, Italy
C
San Ruffillo
40141 Bologna BO, Italy

Train Companies

Trenitalia

4/556 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.6

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi2.3

Italo

4.5/524 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness4.4

Cleanliness5

WiFi3.8

IT train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Deutsche Bahn, Renfe, Deutsche Bahn ICE, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Venice to Bologna by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

How much does a train ticket cost from Venice to Bologna?
The cheapest train tickets from Venice to Bologna start from £13. The average price for this train route is around £24. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Venice to Bologna?
The average train journey time from Venice to Bologna is 1h 33m, covering a distance of 81 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 1h 15m and is operated by Trenitalia.
Which train operators serve the Venice to Bologna route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 39 trains available per day, including services from Trenitalia, Italo.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Venice to Bologna?
The earliest train from Venice to Bologna departs at 07:05. And the latest train departs at 22:17.
Which is the best train operator from Venice to Bologna?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Italo, with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 24 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Venice to Bologna?
According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator Italo has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.8.
Which train operator has the most punctual service from Venice to Bologna?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Trenitalia, with a punctuality rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Venice to Bologna?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Italo, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

09/12

£14

10/12

£14

Today

£14

12/12

£14

13/12

£14

14/12

£14

15/12

£14

16/12

£14

The cheapest trip from Venice to Bologna was searched and found on 9 Dec 2025 with a price of £14

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Venice to Bologna as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £14 to £181 for a train ticket from Venice to Bologna based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £14, which is on 2025-12-14.

Usually Italo will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.