- Must visit
Musei Civici di Palazzo Farnese
Piacenza’s main civic museum complex displays archaeology, carriages, arms, frescoes, and decorative arts inside a grand ducal palace.
Cheapest price on Sep 20
$16
Average ticket price on Sep 20
$25
Fastest journey on Sep 20
1 h 20 m
Average journey duration on Sep 20
1 h 26 m
Trains on Sep 20
50
Distance
143 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bologna Centrale to Piacenza 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 Piacenza will cost around $25 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $16.
On Sun, Sep 20, we found 50 trains from Bologna Centrale to Piacenza, including 43 direct services.
On Sun, Sep 20 the direct trains cover the 143 km distance in an average of 1 h 26 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 20 m .
On Sun, Sep 20 the slowest trains will take 1 h 31 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.
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2460
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3926
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2454
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2478
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3912
InterCityNotte 752
Intercity 606
FRECCIAROSSA 8802
Intercity 580
Intercity 596Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Bologna Centrale to Piacenza among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $24 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 14m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $24, while a bus costs an average of $34.
Distance: 88 miles (143 km)
| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$24 Average price Cheapest | $34 Average price | $45 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 14m Average total duration Fastest 1h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 52m Average total duration 2h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 48m 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 Piacenza:
A train is $10 (€8) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Bologna Centrale to Piacenza costing on average $34 (€28).
Other travel options to Piacenza take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 22m.
The journey is about 4m faster (1h 44m by train vs 1h 48m by car) and roughly $21 (€17) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($24 (€20) vs $45 (€37)). 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, Trenitalia EuroCity.
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 Bologna Centrale to Piacenza trains for today, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3922 | 5:33 PM Bologna Centrale | 1h45 | 7:18 PM Piacenza station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2482 | 5:50 PM Bologna Centrale | 1h58 | 7:48 PM Piacenza station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 590 | 6:07 PM Bologna Centrale | 1h58 | 8:05 PM Piacenza station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3924 | 6:33 PM Bologna Centrale | 1h37 | 8:10 PM Piacenza station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17420 | 6:50 PM Bologna Centrale | 2h01 | 8:51 PM Piacenza station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 612 | 7:05 PM Bologna Centrale | 1h39 | 8:44 PM Piacenza station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3926 | 7:33 PM Bologna Centrale | 1h42 | 9:15 PM Piacenza station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2486 | 7:50 PM Bologna Centrale | 1h58 | 9:48 PM Piacenza station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3928 | 8:33 PM Bologna Centrale | 1h40 | 10:13 PM Piacenza station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 596 | 8:46 PM Bologna Centrale | 1h31 | 10:17 PM Piacenza station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2494 | 8:54 PM Bologna Centrale | 1h35 | 10:29 PM Piacenza station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 614 | 9:04 PM Bologna Centrale | 1h37 | 10:41 PM Piacenza station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3930 | 9:33 PM Bologna Centrale | 1h42 | 11:15 PM Piacenza station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9330 | 10:16 PM Bologna Centrale | 1h34 | 11:50 PM Piacenza station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, September 20 | |||||
Regionale TTPER 2066 | 5:00 AM Bologna Centrale | 1h32 | 6:32 AM Piacenza station | 0 transfersDirect | |
InterCityNotte 752 | 5:06 AM Bologna Centrale | 1h20 | 6:26 AM Piacenza station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2454 | 5:28 AM Bologna Centrale | 1h33 | 7:01 AM Piacenza station | 0 transfersDirect | |
InterCityNotte 754 | 5:35 AM Bologna Centrale | 1h33 | 7:08 AM Piacenza station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2458 | 5:53 AM Bologna Centrale | 1h58 | 7:51 AM Piacenza station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale TTPER 2070 | 6:33 AM Bologna Centrale | 1h35 | 8:08 AM Piacenza station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2460 | 6:58 AM Bologna Centrale | 1h53 | 8:51 AM Piacenza station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8802 | 7:18 AM Bologna Centrale | 1h26 | 8:44 AM Piacenza station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3902 | 7:33 AM Bologna Centrale | 1h42 | 9:15 AM Piacenza station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2462 | 7:50 AM Bologna Centrale | 1h58 | 9:48 AM Piacenza station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3904 | 8:33 AM Bologna Centrale | 1h42 | 10:15 AM Piacenza station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3906 | 9:33 AM Bologna Centrale | 1h42 | 11:15 AM Piacenza station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 580 | 9:46 AM Bologna Centrale | 1h31 | 11:17 AM Piacenza station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2466 | 9:50 AM Bologna Centrale | 1h58 | 11:48 AM Piacenza station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9612+ Intercity 609 | 9:56 AM Bologna Centrale | 2h10 | 12:06 PM Piacenza station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3908 | 10:33 AM Bologna Centrale | 1h42 | 12:15 PM Piacenza station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 604 | 11:05 AM Bologna Centrale | 1h45 | 12:50 PM Piacenza station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3910 | 11:33 AM Bologna Centrale | 1h42 | 1:15 PM Piacenza station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2470 | 11:50 AM Bologna Centrale | 1h58 | 1:48 PM Piacenza station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9624+ Regionale Veloce TTPER 2467 | 12:26 PM Bologna Centrale | 1h46 | 2:12 PM Piacenza station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3912 | 12:33 PM Bologna Centrale | 1h42 | 2:15 PM Piacenza station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17414 · Regionale TTPER 2472 | 12:50 PM Bologna Centrale | 2h01 | 2:51 PM Piacenza station | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 606 | 1:03 PM Bologna Centrale | 1h24 | 2:27 PM Piacenza station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3914 | 1:33 PM Bologna Centrale | 1h42 | 3:15 PM Piacenza station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2490 | 1:50 PM Bologna Centrale | 1h58 | 3:48 PM Piacenza station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9632+ Regionale Veloce TTPER 2471 | 2:26 PM Bologna Centrale | 1h46 | 4:12 PM Piacenza station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3916 | 2:33 PM Bologna Centrale | 1h42 | 4:15 PM Piacenza station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 608 | 3:04 PM Bologna Centrale | 1h38 | 4:42 PM Piacenza station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3918 | 3:33 PM Bologna Centrale | 1h42 | 5:15 PM Piacenza station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2478 | 3:50 PM Bologna Centrale | 1h58 | 5:48 PM Piacenza station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9638+ Regionale Veloce TTPER 2475 | 3:56 PM Bologna Centrale | 2h16 | 6:12 PM Piacenza station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3920 | 4:33 PM Bologna Centrale | 1h42 | 6:15 PM Piacenza station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9540+ Intercity 599 | 4:36 PM Bologna Centrale | 1h59 | 6:35 PM Piacenza station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9642 · FRECCIAROSSA 8825 | 4:56 PM Bologna Centrale | 2h06 | 7:02 PM Piacenza station | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Bologna Centrale to Piacenza run on average 36 times per day, taking around 1h 44m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $12 (€10) but you can travel from only $9 (€7) by bus.
There are 32 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 10:33, the last at 18:46. The fastest train covers the 88 miles (143 km) distance in 1h 11m.
Distance 88 miles (143 km) |
Average train duration 1h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price $12 (€10) |
Trains per day 36 |
Direct trains 32 |
Fastest train 1h 11m |
First train 10:33 AM |
Last train 6:46 PM |
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Discover the best of Piacenza — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Piacenza trip today.
Piacenza’s main civic museum complex displays archaeology, carriages, arms, frescoes, and decorative arts inside a grand ducal palace.
Art museum with medieval to modern works, especially strong in local painting, housed in a historic palace in the city center.
The cathedral museum interprets the church’s history through sacred art, manuscripts, sculpture, and access to notable heritage spaces.
Piacenza’s main square, framed by statues and historic buildings, is the essential starting point for architecture and city life.
Compact central area of narrow streets and historic façades that rewards slow walking with a distinctly local Piacenza atmosphere.
Broad historic avenue linking major sights, appreciated for stately architecture, museum access, and an easy central walking route.
Fresh pasta stuffed with ricotta and spinach, sealed with a pinched edge. A Piacenza classic often served with butter, sage, or simple tomato sauce.
Small handmade dumplings of flour and breadcrumbs, traditionally served with bean sauce or rich condiments. A humble dish rooted in Piacenza rural cooking.
Cured pork neck aged in the village of Coppa. It is one of Piacenza's celebrated DOP salumi, prized for delicate fat marbling and sweet savory flavor.
Historic city center restaurant known for refined Piacenza cuisine, elegant rooms, and strong local wine selection in a classic upscale setting.
Well-regarded traditional restaurant serving Piacenza specialties and Emilia dishes in a warm, rustic atmosphere popular with locals.
Casual, established osteria focused on local salumi, handmade pasta, and regional wines in an informal traditional setting.
Moderate for Northern Italy: hotels and dining are usually lower than Milan, while local transit and everyday cafés remain fairly affordable for visitors.
Service is often included or modest. Round up or leave 5-10% at restaurants for good service; round up taxi fares; small change is fine at cafés.
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Piacenza Railway Station -> Piazza Cavalli, Piacenza
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bologna Centrale to Piacenza 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 Piacenza, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Bologna Centrale to Piacenza trains use the Bologna Centrale to Piacenza station pair. Use this guide to compare Bologna Centrale and Piacenza train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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.
Piacenza has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Al Duca, Osteria Carducci
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Piacenza. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Piacenza. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Piacenza: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Piacenza: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Piacenza: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Best Western Park Hotel, Grande Albergo Roma, Hotel Ovest.
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