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Compare 3 ways to travel from Rome to Bologna
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Bologna. The journey takes about 5 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just £8, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Rome and Bologna?
Rome
- ALargo Guido Mazzoni, 3, 00162 Roma, Italy
- BPiazza dei Cinquecento 1, 00185 Roma RM, Italy
- C
Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO), Train station
Fiumicino Aeroporto, 00054 Fiumicino RM, Italy - DRoma S.Pietro, 00165 Roma RM, Italy
- ERoma Trastevere Railway Station, 00152 Roma RM, Italy
- FFidene, 00138 Roma RM, Italy
Bologna
- A
Bologna
- B
Corticella
40128 Bologna BO, Italy - C
San Ruffillo
40141 Bologna BO, Italy
Train Companies
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Rome to Bologna by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much does a train ticket cost from Rome to Bologna?
The cheapest train tickets from Rome to Bologna start from £17. The average price for this train route is around £55. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Rome to Bologna?
The average train journey time from Rome to Bologna is 2h 13m, covering a distance of 189 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 1h 58m and is operated by Trenitalia.
Which train operators serve the Rome to Bologna route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 76 trains available per day, including services from Italo, Trenitalia.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Rome to Bologna?
The earliest train from Rome to Bologna departs at 07:05. And the latest train departs at 22:35.
Which is the best train operator from Rome to Bologna?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Italo, with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 27 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Rome to Bologna?
According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator Italo has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.0.
Which train operator has the most punctual service from Rome to Bologna?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Trenitalia, with a punctuality rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Rome to Bologna?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Italo, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Rome to Bologna was searched and found on 30 Jan 2026 with a price of £32To 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 £32 to £266 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 £32, which is on 2026-01-30.
Usually Italo 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.
