What is the cheapest way to get from Ancona to Bologna?

The cheapest way to get from Ancona to Bologna is to bus which costs €26 - €45 and takes 5h 21m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ancona to Bologna?

The fastest way to get from Ancona to Bologna is to drive which takes 2h 56m and costs €45 - €70.

Is there a direct bus between Ancona and Bologna?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Ancona and arriving at Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Ancona and Bologna?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Ancona and arriving at Roma Tiburtina. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 31m.

How far is it from Ancona to Bologna?

The distance between Ancona and Bologna is 274 km. The road distance is 297.9 km.

How do I travel from Ancona to Bologna without a car?

The best way to get from Ancona to Bologna without a car is to train which takes 3h 47m and costs €29 - €60.

How long does it take to get from Ancona to Bologna?

The train from Ancona to Roma Tiburtina takes 3h 31m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Ancona to Bologna bus from?

Ancona to Bologna bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Ancona station.

Where do I catch the Ancona to Bologna train from?

Ancona to Bologna train services, operated by Trenitalia, depart from Ancona station.

Train, bus or fly from Ancona to Bologna?

The best way to get from Ancona to Bologna is to train which takes 3h 47m and costs €29 - €60. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €26 - €45 and takes 5h 21m, you could also fly, which costs €65 - €230 and takes 3h 8m.

Where does the Ancona to Bologna bus arrive?

Ancona to Bologna bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina station.

Where does the Ancona to Bologna train arrive?

Ancona to Bologna train services, operated by Trenitalia, arrive at Roma Tiburtina station.

Can I drive from Ancona to Bologna?

Yes, the driving distance between Ancona to Bologna is 298 km. It takes approximately 2h 56m to drive from Ancona to Bologna.

How do I get a train ticket from Ancona to Bologna?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Ancona to Bologna?

Book your Ancona to Bologna bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Bologna?

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Ancona to Bologna - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 4 ways to get from Ancona to Bologna by train (Trenitalia), bus, car, or plane

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Train (Trenitalia)
best
1. Take the train from Ancona to Roma Tiburtinatrain 4157 / ...
3h 47m
€29–60
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ancona to Roma, Autostazione Tiburtinabus 554 / ...
5h 21m
€26–45
Drive 297.9 km
1. Drive from Ancona to Bolognacar 297.9 km
2h 56m
€47–67
Fly
1. Fly from Raffaello Sanzio Airport (AOI) to Fiumicino International Airport (FCO)plane AOI - FCO
3h 8m
€68–222

Ancona to Bologna by train and foot (Trenitalia)

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3h 47mAverage Duration

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Distance: 274.1 km
Duration: 3h 47m

What companies run services between Ancona, Italy and Bologna, Lazio, Italy?

Trenitalia operates a train from Ancona to Roma Tiburtina every 3 hours. Tickets cost €30–55 and the journey takes 3h 31m. Trenitalia Intercity also services this route 5 times a day. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Ancona to Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina twice daily. Tickets cost €26–45 and the journey takes 5h 10m.

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