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

The average train ticket price from Rome to Bologna is $71. The best way to find train tickets from Rome to Bologna is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the train trip from Rome to Bologna?

A train trip between Rome and Bologna is around 2h 13m, although the fastest train will take about 1h 58m. This is the time it takes to travel the 189 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between Rome and Bologna?

The number of trains from Rome to Bologna can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 68. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Rome to Bologna by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from Rome to Bologna?

When taking the train from Rome to Bologna, you can travel comfortably and safely with Italo, Trenitalia.

What are the departure and arrival stations for a train from Rome to Bologna?

Trains traveling between Rome and Bologna leave from Termini or Rome Tiburtina Bus Station and arrive at Bologna, Corticella, San Ruffillo.

What are the best sights and things to do in Bologna?

Once in Bologna, you can explore the city. The top sights and things to do are MAMbo - Bologna Modern Art Museum, Ducati Museum, Italian Cooking Class at Agriturismo San Giuliano, Basilica of San Petronio, University of Bologna.

Train Rome to Bologna from $30

Next train departures

Next departures for Rome to Bologna on November 14
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:05am	Tiburtina	2h 13m	10:18am	Bologna Centrale	Cheapest
Train	4:40pm	Tiburtina	1h 58m	6:38pm	Bologna Centrale	Fastest
Train	7:06am	Tiburtina	2h 12m	9:18am	Bologna Centrale	No tags
Train	7:20am	Tiburtina	2h 13m	9:33am	Bologna Centrale	No tags
Train	7:06am	Tiburtina	2h 12m	9:18am	Bologna Centrale	No tags
Train	7:20am	Tiburtina	2h 13m	9:33am	Bologna Centrale	No tags
Train	7:06am	Tiburtina	2h 12m	9:18am	Bologna Centrale	No tags
Train	7:35am	Tiburtina	2h 13m	9:48am	Bologna Centrale	No tags

Next departures for Rome to Bologna on November 15
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:06am	Tiburtina	2h 12m	9:18am	Bologna Centrale	Cheapest
Train	4:40pm	Tiburtina	1h 58m	6:38pm	Bologna Centrale	Fastest
Train	7:06am	Tiburtina	2h 12m	9:18am	Bologna Centrale	No tags
Train	7:20am	Tiburtina	2h 13m	9:33am	Bologna Centrale	No tags
Train	7:06am	Tiburtina	2h 12m	9:18am	Bologna Centrale	No tags
Train	7:20am	Tiburtina	2h 13m	9:33am	Bologna Centrale	No tags
Train	7:20am	Tiburtina	2h 13m	9:33am	Bologna Centrale	No tags
Train	7:50am	Tiburtina	2h 13m	10:03am	Bologna Centrale	No tags

Next departures for Rome to Bologna on November 16
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:06am	Tiburtina	2h 12m	9:18am	Bologna Centrale	Cheapest
Train	4:40pm	Tiburtina	1h 58m	6:38pm	Bologna Centrale	Fastest
Train	7:06am	Tiburtina	2h 12m	9:18am	Bologna Centrale	No tags
Train	7:20am	Tiburtina	2h 13m	9:33am	Bologna Centrale	No tags
Train	7:06am	Tiburtina	2h 12m	9:18am	Bologna Centrale	No tags
Train	7:20am	Tiburtina	2h 13m	9:33am	Bologna Centrale	No tags
Train	7:06am	Tiburtina	2h 12m	9:18am	Bologna Centrale	No tags
Train	7:20am	Tiburtina	2h 13m	9:33am	Bologna Centrale	No tags

Next departures for Rome to Bologna on November 17
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	10:05am	Tiburtina	2h 13m	12:18pm	Bologna Centrale	Cheapest
Train	4:40pm	Tiburtina	1h 58m	6:38pm	Bologna Centrale	Fastest
Train	7:06am	Tiburtina	2h 12m	9:18am	Bologna Centrale	No tags
Train	7:20am	Tiburtina	2h 13m	9:33am	Bologna Centrale	No tags
Train	7:06am	Tiburtina	2h 12m	9:18am	Bologna Centrale	No tags
Train	7:20am	Tiburtina	2h 13m	9:33am	Bologna Centrale	No tags
Train	7:06am	Tiburtina	2h 12m	9:18am	Bologna Centrale	No tags
Train	7:20am	Tiburtina	2h 13m	9:33am	Bologna Centrale	No tags

Next departures for Rome to Bologna on November 18
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	6:05pm	Tiburtina	2h 13m	8:18pm	Bologna Centrale	Cheapest
Train	4:40pm	Tiburtina	1h 58m	6:38pm	Bologna Centrale	Fastest
Train	7:06am	Tiburtina	2h 12m	9:18am	Bologna Centrale	No tags
Train	7:20am	Tiburtina	2h 13m	9:33am	Bologna Centrale	No tags
Train	7:06am	Tiburtina	2h 12m	9:18am	Bologna Centrale	No tags
Train	7:20am	Tiburtina	2h 13m	9:33am	Bologna Centrale	No tags
Train	7:06am	Tiburtina	2h 12m	9:18am	Bologna Centrale	No tags
Train	7:20am	Tiburtina	2h 13m	9:33am	Bologna Centrale	No tags

Next departures for Rome to Bologna on November 19
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:06am	Tiburtina	2h 12m	9:18am	Bologna Centrale	Cheapest
Train	4:40pm	Tiburtina	1h 58m	6:38pm	Bologna Centrale	Fastest
Train	7:06am	Tiburtina	2h 12m	9:18am	Bologna Centrale	No tags
Train	7:20am	Tiburtina	2h 13m	9:33am	Bologna Centrale	No tags
Train	7:06am	Tiburtina	2h 12m	9:18am	Bologna Centrale	No tags
Train	7:20am	Tiburtina	2h 13m	9:33am	Bologna Centrale	No tags
Train	7:06am	Tiburtina	2h 12m	9:18am	Bologna Centrale	No tags
Train	7:20am	Tiburtina	2h 13m	9:33am	Bologna Centrale	No tags

Next departures for Rome to Bologna on November 20
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:06am	Tiburtina	2h 12m	9:18am	Bologna Centrale	Cheapest
Train	4:40pm	Tiburtina	1h 58m	6:38pm	Bologna Centrale	Fastest
Train	7:06am	Tiburtina	2h 12m	9:18am	Bologna Centrale	No tags
Train	7:20am	Tiburtina	2h 13m	9:33am	Bologna Centrale	No tags
Train	7:06am	Tiburtina	2h 12m	9:18am	Bologna Centrale	No tags
Train	7:20am	Tiburtina	2h 13m	9:33am	Bologna Centrale	No tags
Train	7:06am	Tiburtina	2h 12m	9:18am	Bologna Centrale	No tags
Train	7:20am	Tiburtina	2h 13m	9:33am	Bologna Centrale	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 11:43 PM CET.

Compare 3 ways to go from Rome to Bologna

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Bologna. The journey takes about 3 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just $18, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

22carpool per day

3h 50mAverage Duration

189 milesDistance

13kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$9 - $195	Average Duration5h 20m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$22 - $355	Average Duration2h 13m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$18 - $48	Average Duration3h 50m	CO₂ emissions 13kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Italo

4.5/524 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness4.4

Cleanliness5

Wifi3.8

Trenitalia

4/556 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.6

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi2.3

Train and bus companies in IT:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Deutsche Bahn, Renfe, Deutsche Bahn ICE, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet

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

Stops in Rome

A - Termini

B - Rome Tiburtina Bus Station

C - Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO), Train station

D - Roma S. Pietro

E - Roma Trastevere

F - Rome Ciampino Airport

Stops in Bologna

A - Bologna

B - Corticella

C - San Ruffillo

Frequently asked questions for your trip Rome - Bologna

How much does a train ticket from Rome to Bologna cost?
How long is the train trip from Rome to Bologna?
How many daily trains are there between Rome and Bologna?
Which train companies travel from Rome to Bologna?
What are the departure and arrival stations for a train from Rome to Bologna?
What are the best sights and things to do in Bologna?

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

11/12

$58

11/13

$78

Today

$74

11/15

$70

11/16

$57

11/17

$57

11/18

$52

11/19

$52

The cheapest trip from Rome to Bologna was searched and found on Nov 19, 2025 with a price of $52

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

You can expect to pay from $52 to $345 for a train ticket from Rome to Bologna based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $52 which is on 2025-11-19.

Usually Trenitalia 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.