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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Bologna Centrale to La Spezia
Cheapest price
$24
Average price
$24
Fastest journey
3 h 26 m
Average duration
3 h 26 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
127 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bologna Centrale to La Spezia is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bologna Centrale to La Spezia will cost around $24 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $24.
Of the 1 trains that leave Bologna Centrale for La Spezia on Sun, May 10, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, May 10 the direct trains cover the 127 km distance in an average of 3 h 26 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 26 m .
On Sun, May 10 the slowest trains will take 3 h 26 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.
4:28 AM3h26Bologna Centrale7:54 AMLa Spezia$241One-way0 transfers
- 4:28 AM3h26Bologna Centrale7:54 AMLa Spezia$241One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Bologna Centrale to La Spezia
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bologna Centrale to La Spezia among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $24. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 4m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $24, and a bus costs an average of $22.
Distance: 78 miles (127 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$24 Average price Cheapest | $25 Average price | $73 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 34m Average total duration Fastest 3h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 40m Average total duration 3h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 16m 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 Bologna Centrale to La Spezia:
A train is $0.74 (€0.59) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Bologna Centrale to La Spezia costing on average $25 (€20).
Other travel options to La Spezia take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 10m.
Tickets start at around $24 (€19) compared to roughly $73 (€58) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $49 (€39). The journey takes 3h 4m versus 2h 16m 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.
Live departures
Bologna Centrale to La Spezia train times
The table below shows live departures for Bologna Centrale to La Spezia trains for tomorrow, Sunday, May 10. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4:28 AM Bologna Centrale | 3h26 | 7:54 AM La Spezia | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bologna Centrale to La Spezia
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Trains from Bologna Centrale to La Spezia run on average 36 times per day, taking around 3h 4m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $24 (€19) but you can travel from only $22 (€17) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:28, the last at 18:33. The fastest train covers the 78 miles (127 km) distance in 3h 21m.
Distance 78 miles (127 km) |
Average train duration 3h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price $24 (€19) |
Trains per day 36 |
Fastest train 3h 21m |
First train 4:28 AM |
Last train 6:33 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Train companies: Regionale, Intercity from Bologna Centrale to La Spezia trainsRegionale, Intercity trains will get you between Bologna Centrale and La Spezia from $22 (€17). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Bologna Centrale to La Spezia
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bologna Centrale to La Spezia 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 La Spezia, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Bologna Centrale to La Spezia
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00
- Free Wi-Fi.
- Luggage facility, open daily from 07:00 to 22:00, is located in front of binario 7 Ovest (Track 7 West).
- Burger King
- A Cafè
- VyTA Boulangerie
- Venchi
- Scambio
- Juice Bar
- KFC
- Dispensa Emilia
- Lavazza
- Mokà
- & more
- 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.
- Starhotels Excelsior
- Millenn Hotel Bologna
- UNA Hotels
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00
- Customer service center is on the ground floor and open every day from 06:30 to 23:00.
- Bus lines: 21, 25, 30, 36, 61, 62, 77, BLQ
- Monorail lines: Marconi Express
- Train lines: FR, FA, FB, IC, ICN, R, Italo, ÖBB EC, EN
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelBike ParkingBike RentalInformation Desk- Free WiFi in the station with password displayed on ticket.
- Luggage lockers are located inside the main terminal.
- Chef Express
- Moka
- Wake Up Cafe' Di Bottazzo Paolo
- There are elevators from the parking garage and the road into the station as well as ramps for train access.
- Affittacamere Casa Dane
- La Siesta
- Hotel Mary
- Located inside the station near the information board.
- Bus lines: 6, 9, 17, 20, 22, 23, 28, A, C, L, S, SA, SC
- Train lines: REG, IC, FB
ParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rental- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Parking is available near the station entrance.
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €1
- The station has a simple layout with two main platforms for regional trains.
- Bus: Several local bus lines available
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