What is the cheapest way to get from Rome to Bologna (Region)?

The cheapest way to get from Rome to Bologna (Region) is to bus which costs €18 - €60 and takes 5h 51m.

What is the fastest way to get from Rome to Bologna (Region)?

The fastest way to get from Rome to Bologna (Region) is to train which takes 2h 36m and costs €45 - €90.

Is there a direct bus between Rome and Bologna (Region)?

No, there is no direct bus from Rome to Bologna (Region). However, there are services departing from Rome Tiburtina Largo Mazzoni and arriving at San Lazzaro Cimitero via Bologna Autostazione. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 51m.

Is there a direct train between Rome and Bologna (Region)?

No, there is no direct train from Rome to Bologna (Region). However, there are services departing from Roma Termini and arriving at Bologna S. Ruffillo via Bologna Centrale. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 36m.

How far is it from Rome to Bologna (Region)?

The distance between Rome and Bologna (Region) is 355 km. The road distance is 378.8 km.

How do I travel from Rome to Bologna (Region) without a car?

The best way to get from Rome to Bologna (Region) without a car is to train which takes 2h 36m and costs €45 - €90.

How long does it take to get from Rome to Bologna (Region)?

It takes approximately 2h 36m to get from Rome to Bologna (Region), including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rome to Bologna (Region) bus from?

Rome to Bologna (Region) bus services, operated by Itabus S.p.A., depart from Rome Tiburtina Largo Mazzoni station.

Where do I catch the Rome to Bologna (Region) train from?

Rome to Bologna (Region) train services, operated by ItaloTreno, depart from Roma Termini station.

Train or bus from Rome to Bologna (Region)?

The best way to get from Rome to Bologna (Region) is to train which takes 2h 36m and costs €45 - €90. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €18 - €60 and takes 5h 51m.

Where does the Rome to Bologna (Region) bus arrive?

Rome to Bologna (Region) bus services, operated by Itabus S.p.A., arrive at Bologna Autostazione station.

Where does the Rome to Bologna (Region) train arrive?

Rome to Bologna (Region) train services, operated by ItaloTreno, arrive at Bologna centrale station.

Can I drive from Rome to Bologna (Region)?

Yes, the driving distance between Rome to Bologna (Region) is 379 km. It takes approximately 3h 45m to drive from Rome to Bologna (Region).

How do I get a train ticket from Rome to Bologna (Region)?

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Where can I stay near Bologna (Region)?

There are 3549+ hotels available in Bologna (Region).

Rome to Bologna (Region) - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 8 ways to get from Rome to Bologna (Region) by train, bus, car, plane, or train (Trenitalia)

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Roma Termini to Bologna centraletrain 9968 / ...
2h 36m
€46–89
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Rome Tiburtina Largo Mazzoni to Bologna Autostazionebus Itabus / ...
5h 51m
€18–59
Drive 378.8 km
1. Drive from Rome to Bologna (Region)car 378.8 km
3h 45m
€60–86
Fly to Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport, line 101 bus
1. Fly from Fiumicino International Airport (FCO) to Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ)plane FCO - BLQ
2. Take the bus from Bologna Autostazione to San Lazzaro Municipiobus
3h 32m
€45–139
Train via Cicogna Fondazione Cirulli
1. Take the train from Roma Termini to Bologna Centraletrain 9976 / ...
2h 45m
€46–90
Train via Cicogna Fondazione Cirulli #2 (Trenitalia)
1. Take the train from Roma Termini to Bologna Centraletrain Fr
2h 51m
€39–103
Fly to Florence Peretola Airport, train, line 101 bus
1. Fly from Fiumicino International Airport (FCO) to Florence Peretola Airport (FLR)plane FCO - FLR
2. Take the train from Firenze S.M.N. to Bologna Centraletrain
3. Take the bus from Bologna Autostazione to San Lazzaro Cimiterobus
4h 23m
€76–271
Fly to Venice Marco Polo Airport, train
1. Fly from Fiumicino International Airport (FCO) to Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE)plane FCO - VCE
2. Take the train from Venezia Mestre to Bologna Centraletrain
5h 22m
€67–226

Rome to Bologna (Region) by train

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2h 36mAverage Duration

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Distance: 355 km
Duration: 2h 36m

What companies run services between Rome, Italy and Bologna (Region), Emilia-Romagna, Italy?

ItaloTreno operates a train from Roma Termini to Bologna centrale every 20 minutes. Tickets cost €40–90 and the journey takes 2h 3m. Alternatively, Itabus S.p.A. operates a bus from Rome Tiburtina Largo Mazzoni to Bologna Autostazione every 4 hours. Tickets cost €24–50 and the journey takes 5h 15m. Two other operators also service this route.

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