The cheapest and fastest trains from Bologna to Ancona
Cheapest price
$27
Average price
$43
Fastest journey
1 h 46 m
Average duration
1 h 46 m
Trains per day
39
Distance
200 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bologna to Ancona is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bologna to Ancona will cost around $43 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $27.
Of the 39 trains that leave Bologna for Ancona on Sat, Jan 10, 38 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jan 10 the direct trains cover the 200 km distance in an average of 1 h 46 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 46 m .
On Sat, Jan 10 the slowest trains will take 1 h 46 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 1775
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3905
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3913
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3915
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2493
FRECCIAROSSA 8803
FRECCIAROSSA 8807
FRECCIAROSSA 8809
FRECCIAROSSA 9811
FRECCIAROSSA 8811Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Bologna to Ancona
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bologna to Ancona among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 20m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €5, and a train costs an average of €17.
Distance: 124 miles (200 km)
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0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Bologna to Ancona train times
The table below shows live departures for Bologna to Ancona trains for today, Friday, January 9. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3907 | 7:34 AM Bologna Centrale | 2h44 | 10:18 AM Ancona station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8801 | 7:45 AM Bologna Centrale | 1h46 | 9:31 AM Ancona station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8803 | 8:45 AM Bologna Centrale | 1h46 | 10:31 AM Ancona station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 605 | 9:00 AM Bologna Centrale | 2h23 | 11:23 AM Ancona station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3911 | 9:34 AM Bologna Centrale | 3h16 | 12:50 PM Ancona station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3915 | 10:34 AM Bologna Centrale | 3h16 | 1:50 PM Ancona station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9805 | 10:45 AM Bologna Centrale | 1h49 | 12:34 PM Ancona station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 607 | 11:00 AM Bologna Centrale | 2h23 | 1:23 PM Ancona station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3917 | 11:34 AM Bologna Centrale | 2h42 | 2:16 PM Ancona station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8807 | 11:45 AM Bologna Centrale | 1h46 | 1:31 PM Ancona station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3921 | 12:34 PM Bologna Centrale | 2h46 | 3:20 PM Ancona station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8809 | 12:45 PM Bologna Centrale | 1h46 | 2:31 PM Ancona station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 609 | 1:00 PM Bologna Centrale | 2h23 | 3:23 PM Ancona station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3925 | 1:34 PM Bologna Centrale | 2h42 | 4:16 PM Ancona station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8811 | 1:45 PM Bologna Centrale | 1h46 | 3:31 PM Ancona station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3927 · Regionale 4487 | 2:34 PM Bologna Centrale | 3h10 | 5:44 PM Ancona station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8813 | 2:45 PM Bologna Centrale | 1h49 | 4:34 PM Ancona station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 611 | 3:00 PM Bologna Centrale | 2h23 | 5:23 PM Ancona station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3929 | 3:34 PM Bologna Centrale | 2h48 | 6:22 PM Ancona station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8815 | 3:45 PM Bologna Centrale | 1h48 | 5:33 PM Ancona station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9809 | 3:55 PM Bologna Centrale | 1h52 | 5:47 PM Ancona station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 1725 | 4:00 PM Bologna Centrale | 2h32 | 6:32 PM Ancona station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3931 | 4:34 PM Bologna Centrale | 2h52 | 7:26 PM Ancona station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8819 | 4:45 PM Bologna Centrale | 1h54 | 6:39 PM Ancona station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 613 | 5:00 PM Bologna Centrale | 2h23 | 7:23 PM Ancona station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3935 | 5:34 PM Bologna Centrale | 2h42 | 8:16 PM Ancona station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9811 | 5:45 PM Bologna Centrale | 1h46 | 7:31 PM Ancona station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8823 | 6:45 PM Bologna Centrale | 1h57 | 8:42 PM Ancona station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3939 | 7:34 PM Bologna Centrale | 2h49 | 10:23 PM Ancona station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8825 | 7:45 PM Bologna Centrale | 1h57 | 9:42 PM Ancona station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8829 | 8:45 PM Bologna Centrale | 1h53 | 10:38 PM Ancona station | 0 transfersDirect | |
InterCityNotte 765 | 10:39 PM Bologna Centrale | 3h03 | 1:42 AM Ancona station | 0 transfersDirect | |
InterCityNotte 755 | 11:10 PM Bologna Centrale | 2h37 | 1:47 AM Ancona station | 0 transfersDirect | |
InterCityNotte 757 | 11:27 PM Bologna Centrale | 2h25 | 1:52 AM Ancona station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, January 10 | |||||
Regionale TTPER 17433 · Regionale 4237 | 4:00 AM Bologna Centrale | 3h18 | 7:18 AM Ancona station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3901 | 5:34 AM Bologna Centrale | 2h46 | 8:20 AM Ancona station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3905 | 6:34 AM Bologna Centrale | 2h48 | 9:22 AM Ancona station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 603 | 7:00 AM Bologna Centrale | 2h36 | 9:36 AM Ancona station | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bologna to Ancona
Trains from Bologna to Ancona run on average 32 times per day, taking around 2h 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $21 (€17) but you can travel from only $6 (€5) by bus.
There are 29 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:10, the last at 23:52. The fastest train covers the 124 miles (200 km) distance in 2h 11m.
Distance 124 miles (200 km) |
Average train duration 2h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price $21 (€17) |
Trains per day 32 |
Direct trains 29 |
Fastest train 2h 11m |
First train 00:10 |
Last train 23:52 |
Train companies: Regionale, Frecciarossa, Intercity, Intercity Notte, Trenitalia from Bologna to Ancona trainsRegionale, Frecciarossa, Intercity, Intercity Notte, Trenitalia trains will get you between Bologna and Ancona from $6 (€5). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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- Buying your train ticket from Bologna - Ancona 3 weeks in advance means you can save on average up to 6% compared to the price available on the day of departure.
- If you book a ticket Bologna - Ancona with 2 months in advance you save up to about 13% compared to the initial price.
- By booking 3 months in advance, you could save up to 55%.
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FAQs: Trains from Bologna to Ancona
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bologna to Ancona 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 Ancona, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Bologna to Ancona
- 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
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available near the station with several spaces for short-term and long-term parking.
- Ristorante Il Patio
- Trattoria Bonora
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Flyon Hotel
- Hotel Bologna Airport
- Hotel Del Borgo
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and platforms
- Hall 2: waiting area and restrooms
- Bus: Several lines available connecting to Bologna city center
- Taxi services available
- Elevators, ramps.
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, 24 hours a day. Access is available from Piazza Rosselli.
- Little Italy
- Trattoria da Nordio
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- NH Ancona
- Grand Hotel Palace
- SeePort Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-6 for trains to regional and international destinations
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Regional and long-distance services
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