- Must visit
Pinacoteca Nazionale di Bologna
Leading city museum with major Italian paintings from the Middle Ages to modern times, essential for understanding Bologna's art history.
Cheapest price
$24
Average price
$25
Fastest journey
2 h 41 m
Average duration
2 h 41 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
199 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Ancona station to Bologna is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ancona station to Bologna will cost around $25 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $24.
Of the 3 trains that leave Ancona station for Bologna on Thu, Jul 16, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Jul 16 the direct trains cover the 199 km distance in an average of 2 h 41 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 41 m .
On Thu, Jul 16 the slowest trains will take 2 h 41 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 Ancona station to Bologna among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 8m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $11, and a train costs an average of $14.
Distance: 123 miles (199 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$24 Average price | $17 Average price Cheapest | $62 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 38m Average total duration Fastest 2h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 12m Average total duration 2h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 12m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Ancona station to Bologna:
A bus is $7 (€5) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Ancona station to Bologna costing on average $24 (€19).
Other travel options to Bologna take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 42m.
The journey is about 4m faster (2h 8m by train vs 2h 12m by car) and roughly $39 (€32) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($24 (€19) vs $62 (€51)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with Regionale, Intercity, Frecciarossa, Intercity Notte.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Ancona station to Bologna trains for today, Wednesday, July 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3916 | 11:45 AM Ancona station | 2h41 | 2:26 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8816 | 12:25 PM Ancona station | 1h50 | 2:15 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 608 | 12:38 PM Ancona station | 2h22 | 3:00 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3918 | 12:45 PM Ancona station | 2h41 | 3:26 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8818 | 1:26 PM Ancona station | 1h49 | 3:15 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 4238 · Regionale TTPER 17464 · Regionale TTPER 17554 | 1:45 PM Ancona station | 3h10 | 4:55 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8820 | 2:25 PM Ancona station | 1h50 | 4:15 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 610 | 2:38 PM Ancona station | 2h22 | 5:00 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3922 | 2:45 PM Ancona station | 2h41 | 5:26 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8824 | 3:23 PM Ancona station | 1h52 | 5:15 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 4486 · Regionale TTPER 17468 · Regionale TTPER 17558 | 3:45 PM Ancona station | 3h10 | 6:55 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 612 | 4:38 PM Ancona station | 2h23 | 7:01 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3926 | 4:45 PM Ancona station | 2h41 | 7:26 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 4244 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3928 | 5:15 PM Ancona station | 3h11 | 8:26 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9808 | 5:25 PM Ancona station | 1h50 | 7:15 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 4246 · Regionale TTPER 17452 | 5:45 PM Ancona station | 3h03 | 8:48 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8828 | 6:25 PM Ancona station | 1h50 | 8:15 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 614 | 6:38 PM Ancona station | 2h22 | 9:00 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3930 | 6:45 PM Ancona station | 2h41 | 9:26 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8830 | 8:25 PM Ancona station | 1h50 | 10:15 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3932 | 8:45 PM Ancona station | 2h36 | 11:21 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, July 16 | |||||
![]() | 3:45 AM Ancona station | 2h41 | 6:26 AM Bologna | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:45 AM Ancona station | 2h41 | 7:26 AM Bologna | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Ancona station to Bologna run on average 31 times per day, taking around 2h 8m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $14 (€12) but you can travel from only $11 (€9) by bus.
There are 28 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 02:12, the last at 18:45. The fastest train covers the 123 miles (199 km) distance in 1h 50m.
Distance 123 miles (199 km) |
Average train duration 2h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price $14 (€12) |
Trains per day 31 |
Direct trains 28 |
Fastest train 1h 50m |
First train 2:12 AM |
Last train 6:45 PM |
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Leading city museum with major Italian paintings from the Middle Ages to modern times, essential for understanding Bologna's art history.
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Bologna's main square, surrounded by landmark buildings and always lively, ideal for architecture, people-watching, and orientation.
Historic market quarter with narrow lanes, medieval character, and vibrant street life just behind Piazza Maggiore.
Long portico route climbing toward San Luca, UNESCO-listed and perfect for a memorable urban walk with changing views.
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Small ring-shaped stuffed pasta, usually filled with pork and Parmigiano Reggiano, served in rich capon or beef broth. A classic festive dish.
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Elegant Michelin-starred restaurant serving refined Emilian cuisine in a polished, intimate space within central Bologna.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ancona station to Bologna by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Bologna, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Ancona station to Bologna trains use the Ancona to Bologna Centrale station pair, with some services arriving at Bologna, Aeroporto. Use this guide to compare Ancona station and Bologna train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Ancona is 1 km from Ancona city centre. Public transport options include:
Ancona has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Little Italy, Trattoria da Nordio
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Ancona. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Ancona. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Ancona: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Ancona: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Ancona: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include NH Ancona, Grand Hotel Palace, SeePort Hotel.
Bologna Centrale is 1 km from Bologna city centre. Public transport options include:
Bologna Centrale has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Burger King, A Cafè, VyTA Boulangerie, Venchi, Scambio, Juice Bar, KFC, Dispensa Emilia, Lavazza, Mokà, & more
Free Wi-Fi. . ATMs are aTM is located in the main hall.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00. Information desks are customer service center is on the ground floor and open every day from 06:30 to 23:00.
Luggage storage is luggage facility, open daily from 07:00 to 22:00, is located in front of binario 7 Ovest (Track 7 West).
Available at Bologna Centrale: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bologna Centrale: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bologna Centrale: Accessible facilities including barrier-free restrooms, elevators and ramps. Sala Blu mobility assistance available from 07:45 to 22:30 with advanced one-hour notice.
Nearby hotels include Starhotels Excelsior, Millenn Hotel Bologna, UNA Hotels.
Bologna Borgo Panigale is 4 km from Bologna city centre. Public transport options include:
Bologna Borgo Panigale has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Ristorante Il Patio, Trattoria Bonora
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Bologna Borgo Panigale. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Available at Bologna Borgo Panigale: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bologna Borgo Panigale: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bologna Borgo Panigale: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Flyon Hotel, Hotel Bologna Airport, Hotel Del Borgo.
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