- Must visit
Pinacoteca Nazionale di Bologna
Major art museum with important Emilian paintings from the 13th to 18th centuries, including works by Giotto, Raphael, and the Carracci.
Cheapest price
$12
Average price
$12
Fastest journey
3 h 37 m
Average duration
3 h 37 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
84 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Adria to Bologna is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Adria to Bologna will cost around $12 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $12.
Of the 1 trains that leave Adria for Bologna on Sun, May 31, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, May 31 the direct trains cover the 84 km distance in an average of 3 h 37 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 37 m .
On Sun, May 31 the slowest trains will take 3 h 37 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.


Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Adria to Bologna among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 34m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $11, and a bus costs an average of $11.
Distance: 52 miles (84 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$12 Average price Cheapest | $15 Average price | $21 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 4m Average total duration Fastest 1h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 59m Average total duration 2h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 27m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Adria to Bologna:
A train is $3 (€2) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Adria to Bologna costing on average $15 (€12).
Other travel options to Bologna take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 29m.
Tickets start at around $12 (€10) compared to roughly $21 (€17) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $9 (€8). The journey takes 1h 34m versus 1h 27m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Adria to Bologna trains for tomorrow, Sunday, May 31. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:46 AM Adria | 3h37 | 12:23 PM Bologna | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Adria to Bologna run on average 11 times per day, taking around 1h 34m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $11 (€9) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:02, the last at 21:14. The fastest train covers the 52 miles (84 km) distance in 2h 4m.
Distance 52 miles (84 km) |
Average train duration 1h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price $11 (€9) |
Trains per day 11 |
Fastest train 2h 4m |
First train 4:02 AM |
Last train 9:14 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 35 days |
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Major art museum with important Emilian paintings from the 13th to 18th centuries, including works by Giotto, Raphael, and the Carracci.
Bologna’s leading modern and contemporary art museum, known for rotating exhibitions and the Morandi collection.
Important archaeological museum with Egyptian, Etruscan, Greek, and Roman collections in a historic central building.
Bologna’s main square and social heart, surrounded by major historic buildings and lively throughout the day.
Famous covered walkway climbing toward San Luca, ideal for a scenic walk and one of Bologna’s defining urban features.
Historic central district of narrow lanes near Piazza Maggiore, valued for atmosphere, porticoes, and classic Bologna street life.
Fresh egg tagliatelle served with Bologna’s classic slow-cooked meat ragù. It is one of the city’s signature dishes and more traditional than spaghetti bolognese.
Small ring-shaped pasta filled with meat and served in rich capon or beef broth. A deeply traditional Bolognese dish, especially associated with festive meals.
Layered pasta made with green spinach sheets, ragù, béchamel, and Parmigiano Reggiano. It is a classic Sunday and holiday dish in Bologna.
Well-known pasta shop and eatery specializing in fresh stuffed pasta, tagliatelle, and quick traditional lunches in a central informal space.
Elegant fine dining restaurant in a historic setting, known for refined Emilian cuisine and tasting menus with polished service.
Historic traditional trattoria known for handmade pasta, tortellini, and classic Bolognese dishes in a warm, old-school setting.
Moderate for Italy: food and coffee are reasonable, while central hotels cost more in peak season.
Service is usually included or covered by coperto. Tipping is not required, but rounding up or leaving 5-10% for great service is appreciated; small change for taxis is enough.
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