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

The cheapest way to get from Bologna to Portofino is to drive which costs €35 - €60 and takes 3h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bologna to Portofino is to drive which takes 3h 14m and costs €35 - €60.

Is there a direct bus between Bologna and Portofino?

No, there is no direct bus from Bologna to Portofino. However, there are services departing from Bologna and arriving at Genoa via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 36m.

How far is it from Bologna to Portofino?

The distance between Bologna and Portofino is 303 km. The road distance is 246.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Bologna to Portofino without a car is to bus which takes 4h 36m and costs €80 - €120.

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

It takes approximately 4h 36m to get from Bologna to Portofino, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bologna to Portofino bus from?

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

Where does the Bologna to Portofino bus arrive?

Bologna to Portofino bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Genoa station.

Can I drive from Bologna to Portofino?

Yes, the driving distance between Bologna to Portofino is 247 km. It takes approximately 3h 14m to drive from Bologna to Portofino.

Where can I stay near Portofino?

There are 4774+ hotels available in Portofino.

Bologna to Portofino - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, line 1 ferry, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Bologna to Portofino by bus, train, ferry, or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Bologna to Genoabus FlixBus N504
4h 36m
€84–114
Drive 246.7 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Bologna to Portofinocar 246.7 km
3h 14m
€39–56
Train, line 1 ferry
1. Take the train from Bologna Centrale to Parmatrain Fr
2. Take the train from Parma to S.Margherita L.-Porttrain
3. Take the ferry from Santa Margherita Ligure to Portofinoferry 1
6h 24m
€43–119

Bologna to Portofino by train, foot, and ferry

14Weekly Services

6h 24mAverage Duration

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Distance: 302.5 km
Duration: 4h 36m

What companies run services between Bologna, Italy and Portofino, Italy?

FlixBus operates a bus from Bologna to Genoa twice daily. Tickets cost €23–40 and the journey takes 4h.

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