- Must visit
Musei Civici agli Eremitani
Nearby art museum in Padua with major Veneto painting collections, ideal for visitors wanting a richer cultural day trip.
Cheapest price
$14
Average price
$19
Fastest journey
1 h 4 m
Average duration
1 h 41 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
103 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bologna to Abano Terme is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bologna to Abano Terme will cost around $19 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $14.
Of the 3 trains that leave Bologna for Abano Terme on Sat, Aug 15, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Aug 15 the direct trains cover the 103 km distance in an average of 1 h 41 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 4 m .
On Sat, Aug 15 the slowest trains will take 2 h 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 Bologna to Abano Terme among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 18m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $7, and a train costs an average of $12.
Distance: 64 miles (103 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$15 Average price | $9 Average price Cheapest | $34 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 48m Average total duration Fastest 1h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 0m Average total duration 1h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 25m 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 to Abano Terme:
A bus is $6 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bologna to Abano Terme costing on average $15.
Other travel options to Abano Terme take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 30m.
The journey is about 7m faster (1h 18m by train vs 1h 25m by car) and roughly $19 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($15 vs $34). 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.
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 to Abano Terme trains for today, Friday, August 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Regionale Veloce 3994 · Regionale 88833 | 11:10 AM Bologna Centrale | 2h22 | 1:32 PM Abano | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3994 · Regionale 88785 | 11:10 AM Bologna Centrale | 2h17 | 1:27 PM Abano | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9414+ Regionale 88785 | 12:01 PM Bologna Centrale | 1h26 | 1:27 PM Abano | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3974 · Regionale 88761 | 12:10 PM Bologna Centrale | 2h17 | 2:27 PM Abano | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9416+ Regionale 88791 | 1:01 PM Bologna Centrale | 1h28 | 2:29 PM Abano | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3978 · Regionale 88759 | 1:10 PM Bologna Centrale | 2h22 | 3:32 PM Abano | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8418+ Regionale 88757 | 2:01 PM Bologna Centrale | 1h33 | 3:34 PM Abano | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3980 · Regionale 88805 | 2:23 PM Bologna Centrale | 2h09 | 4:32 PM Abano | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3980 · Regionale 88837 | 2:23 PM Bologna Centrale | 2h06 | 4:29 PM Abano | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 588+ Regionale 88837 | 2:51 PM Bologna Centrale | 1h38 | 4:29 PM Abano | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3982 · Regionale 88809 | 3:10 PM Bologna Centrale | 2h17 | 5:27 PM Abano | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9422+ Regionale 88807 | 4:01 PM Bologna Centrale | 1h28 | 5:29 PM Abano | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3984 · Regionale 88765 | 4:10 PM Bologna Centrale | 2h19 | 6:29 PM Abano | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3984 · Regionale 88813 | 4:10 PM Bologna Centrale | 2h20 | 6:30 PM Abano | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9423+ Regionale 88765 | 5:01 PM Bologna Centrale | 1h28 | 6:29 PM Abano | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3986 · Regionale 88787 | 5:10 PM Bologna Centrale | 2h16 | 7:26 PM Abano | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9426+ Regionale 88815 | 6:01 PM Bologna Centrale | 1h28 | 7:29 PM Abano | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3988 · Regionale 88821 | 6:10 PM Bologna Centrale | 2h16 | 8:26 PM Abano | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9428+ Regionale 88829 | 7:01 PM Bologna Centrale | 1h28 | 8:29 PM Abano | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3990 · Regionale 88801 | 7:10 PM Bologna Centrale | 2h22 | 9:32 PM Abano | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 5:10 AM Bologna | 2h00 | 7:10 AM Abano Terme | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:10 AM Bologna | 2h00 | 8:10 AM Abano Terme | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Bologna to Abano Terme run on average 24 times per day, taking around 1h 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $12 but you can travel from only $7 by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 01:55, the last at 22:43. The fastest train covers the 64 miles (103 km) distance in 1h 4m.
Distance 64 miles (103 km) |
Average train duration 1h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price $12 |
Trains per day 24 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 1h 4m |
First train 1:55 AM |
Last train 10:43 PM |
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Discover the best of Abano Terme — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Abano Terme trip today.
Nearby art museum in Padua with major Veneto painting collections, ideal for visitors wanting a richer cultural day trip.
Compact civic museum presenting Roman baths finds, inscriptions, and artifacts that explain Abano’s thermal past.
Museum in Petrarch’s former house with furnishings, manuscripts context, and exhibits on the poet’s life and legacy.
Main pedestrian square at the spa heart of town, lined with hotels, fountains, events, and evening strolling.
Historic thermal park area with ruins, greenery, and spring-related heritage central to Abano’s identity.
Popular urban promenade for walking between spa hotels, shops, and cafés, especially lively in the evening.
Soft gnocchi traditionally served with duck ragù or tomato sauce. A Veneto staple loved in nearby Padua for its simple comfort and local farmhouse roots.
Slow-cooked duck sauce with tomato and herbs, usually served with bigoli or tagliatelle. It is a classic festive pasta sauce across the Veneto area.
Thick whole-wheat spaghetti from Veneto, often paired with duck ragù, sardines, or onion sauce. It is one of the region's most distinctive traditional pastas.
Refined historic venue in nearby Arquà Petrarca known for seasonal Veneto cuisine, elegant rooms, and a long-established fine dining reputation.
Traditional restaurant in Abano Terme serving Veneto classics, grilled meats, and pasta in a warm, polished setting popular with spa visitors and locals.
Established local venue with regional dishes, seafood options, and an upscale but relaxed atmosphere suited to a leisurely dinner after the thermal baths.
Moderate for northern Italy: spa hotels raise room rates, but casual meals and local buses stay fairly reasonable for visitors.
Service is often included or modest. Round up or leave €1-2 at cafés, 5-10% at restaurants if service was good, and round up taxi fares.
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Abano Terme Piazza Repubblica -> Piazza del Sole e della Pace, Abano Terme
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bologna to Abano Terme 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 Abano Terme, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Bologna to Abano Terme trains use the Bologna Centrale to Abano station pair. Use this guide to compare Bologna and Abano Terme 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.
Bologna Corticella is 6 km from Bologna city centre. Public transport options include:
Bologna Corticella has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Bologna Corticella.
ATMs are available at Bologna Corticella.
Available at Bologna Corticella: Parking, Taxis.
Available at Bologna Corticella: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bologna Corticella.
Funo Centergross is 11 km from Bologna city centre. Public transport options include:
Funo Centergross has practical services for this route, including Dining, ATM, and Accessibility.
Food and drink options are available at Funo Centergross.
ATMs are available at Funo Centergross.
Accessibility facilities are available at Funo Centergross.
Abano is 1 km from Abano Terme city centre. Check local transport options before travel.
Abano has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, and Accessibility.
Food and drink options are available at Abano.
Available at Abano: Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Abano.
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