Rome to Bologna by train + bus
This route from Rome to Bologna is not by train the whole way: by train, bus it takes about 5h 30m in total, run by Trenitalia, FlixBus. A quicker option we found is flight, at 1h 05m. The train is still the cheapest.
Indicative price from a recent search, updated regularly. Confirm the live fare and seats with the provider at checkout. Routavio adds no booking fee.
The journey, step by step
- 1trainRome → Florence
Trenitalia - 2busFlorence → Bologna
FlixBus
train or flight?
| Transport | Price | Duration | Transfers |
|---|---|---|---|
| train | €55 | 5h 30m | 1 transfer |
| flight | €106 | 1h 05m | direct |
All rows come from the same recent route search. Exact fares depend on your travel date.
Rome to Bologna by train: common questions
How long does Rome to Bologna take by train?
The train does not cover the whole route: train + bus together take about 5h 30m, 1 transfer.
How much is a train ticket from Rome to Bologna?
The best price in our latest check was €55. The exact fare depends on the date and how full the service is.
Who runs the train from Rome to Bologna?
Trenitalia, FlixBus. You buy the ticket directly from them.
Is the train or the flight better?
The flight is faster at 1h 05m. The train wins on price.
What Omio sells on this route
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Omio last refreshed these on Fri, Sep 4
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