The average train between Genoa and Bologna takes 3h 59m and the fastest train takes 2h 49m. The train service runs several times per day from Genoa to Bologna. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 3 hours between Genoa and Bologna. The earliest departure is at 5:44 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Genoa is at 9:44 PM which arrives into Bologna at 6:54 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 59m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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4h 36m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Genoa to Bologna? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Genoa to Bologna. However, there are services departing from Genova P.Za Principe station and arriving at Bologna centrale station via Milano Centrale station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 59m.
Genoa to Bologna train services, operated by Trenitalia Intercity, depart from Genova P.Za Principe station.
Genoa to Bologna train services, operated by ItaloTreno, arrive at Bologna centrale station.
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The distance between Genoa and Bologna is 190.3 km. The road distance is 261 km.
You can take a train from Genova P.Za Principe to Bologna centrale via Milano Centrale in around 3h 10m.