- Must visit
Musei di Palazzo dei Pio
Main civic museum complex inside Palazzo dei Pio, covering archaeology, local history, and art in one of Carpi's most important buildings.
Cheapest price on Sep 18
€6
Average ticket price on Sep 18
€7
Fastest journey on Sep 18
38 m
Average journey duration on Sep 18
44 m
Trains on Sep 18
34
Distance
49 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bologna to Carpi is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bologna to Carpi will cost around €7 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €6.
On Fri, Sep 18, we found 34 trains from Bologna to Carpi, including 2 direct services.
On Fri, Sep 18 the direct trains cover the 49 km distance in an average of 44 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 38 m .
On Fri, Sep 18 the slowest trains will take 48 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 TTPER 17412 · Regionale TTPER 22408
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2474 · Regionale TTPER 22414
Regionale TTPER 17418 · Regionale TTPER 22420
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3902 · Regionale TTPER 22462
Regionale TTPER 17416 · Regionale TTPER 22416
FRECCIAROSSA 9328
Regionale TTPER 22454
Intercity 608+
Regionale TTPER 22416
Intercity 606+
Regionale TTPER 22412
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3930 · Regionale TTPER 22498Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bologna to Carpi among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €7 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 13m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.0kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €7, while a bus costs an average of €218.
Distance: 30 miles (49 km)
Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
€7 Average price Cheapest | €218 Average price |
1h 13m Average total duration Fastest 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 33m Average total duration 1h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Bologna to Carpi:
A train is €211 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Bologna to Carpi costing on average €218.
Other travel options to Carpi take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 3m.
The table below shows live departures for Bologna to Carpi trains for today, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3928 · Regionale TTPER 22494 | 8:33 PM Bologna Centrale | 0h49 | 9:22 PM Carpi station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3930 · Regionale TTPER 22498 | 9:33 PM Bologna Centrale | 0h48 | 10:21 PM Carpi station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9328 | 9:51 PM Bologna Centrale | 0h38 | 10:29 PM Carpi station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, September 18 | |||||
Regionale TTPER 2066 · Regionale TTPER 16980 | 5:00 AM Bologna Centrale | 1h00 | 6:00 AM Carpi station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2454 · Regionale TTPER 22400 | 5:28 AM Bologna Centrale | 0h51 | 6:19 AM Carpi station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2458 · Regionale TTPER 22456 | 5:53 AM Bologna Centrale | 0h55 | 6:48 AM Carpi station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TTPER 2070 · Regionale TTPER 22460 | 6:33 AM Bologna Centrale | 0h49 | 7:22 AM Carpi station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2460 · Regionale TTPER 22402 | 6:58 AM Bologna Centrale | 0h52 | 7:50 AM Carpi station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3902 · Regionale TTPER 22462 | 7:33 AM Bologna Centrale | 0h49 | 8:22 AM Carpi station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2462 · Regionale TTPER 22404 | 7:50 AM Bologna Centrale | 1h00 | 8:50 AM Carpi station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3904 · Regionale TTPER 16986 | 8:33 AM Bologna Centrale | 0h49 | 9:22 AM Carpi station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TTPER 17410 · Regionale TTPER 22406 | 8:50 AM Bologna Centrale | 1h00 | 9:50 AM Carpi station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TTPER 17412 · Regionale TTPER 22408 | 10:50 AM Bologna Centrale | 1h00 | 11:50 AM Carpi station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3910 · Regionale TTPER 22470 | 11:33 AM Bologna Centrale | 0h49 | 12:22 PM Carpi station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2470 · Regionale TTPER 22410 | 11:50 AM Bologna Centrale | 1h00 | 12:50 PM Carpi station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3912 · Regionale TTPER 22474 | 12:33 PM Bologna Centrale | 0h49 | 1:22 PM Carpi station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TTPER 17414 · Regionale TTPER 22412 | 12:50 PM Bologna Centrale | 1h00 | 1:50 PM Carpi station | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 606+ Regionale TTPER 22412 | 1:03 PM Bologna Centrale | 0h47 | 1:50 PM Carpi station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3914 · Regionale TTPER 16992 | 1:33 PM Bologna Centrale | 0h49 | 2:22 PM Carpi station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2474 · Regionale TTPER 22414 | 1:50 PM Bologna Centrale | 1h00 | 2:50 PM Carpi station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3916 · Regionale TTPER 22478 | 2:33 PM Bologna Centrale | 0h49 | 3:22 PM Carpi station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TTPER 17416 · Regionale TTPER 22416 | 2:50 PM Bologna Centrale | 1h00 | 3:50 PM Carpi station | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 608+ Regionale TTPER 22416 | 3:04 PM Bologna Centrale | 0h46 | 3:50 PM Carpi station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3918 · Regionale TTPER 22482 | 3:33 PM Bologna Centrale | 0h49 | 4:22 PM Carpi station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2478 · Regionale TTPER 22418 | 3:50 PM Bologna Centrale | 1h00 | 4:50 PM Carpi station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3920 · Regionale TTPER 16996 | 4:33 PM Bologna Centrale | 0h49 | 5:22 PM Carpi station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TTPER 17418 · Regionale TTPER 22420 | 4:50 PM Bologna Centrale | 1h00 | 5:50 PM Carpi station | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 590+ Regionale TTPER 22420 | 4:54 PM Bologna Centrale | 0h56 | 5:50 PM Carpi station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3922 · Regionale TTPER 22488 | 5:33 PM Bologna Centrale | 0h49 | 6:22 PM Carpi station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2482 · Regionale TTPER 22422 | 5:50 PM Bologna Centrale | 1h00 | 6:50 PM Carpi station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TTPER 22454 | 6:40 PM Bologna Centrale | 0h42 | 7:22 PM Carpi station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2484 · Regionale TTPER 22424 | 6:50 PM Bologna Centrale | 1h00 | 7:50 PM Carpi station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3926 · Regionale TTPER 17000 | 7:33 PM Bologna Centrale | 0h49 | 8:22 PM Carpi station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2486 · Regionale TTPER 22426 | 7:50 PM Bologna Centrale | 1h00 | 8:50 PM Carpi station | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Bologna to Carpi run on average 21 times per day, taking around 43m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €6 if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:00, the last at 22:25. The fastest train covers the 30 miles (49 km) distance in 33m.
Distance 30 miles (49 km) |
Average train duration 43m |
Cheapest ticket price €6 |
Trains per day 21 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 33m |
First train 5:00 AM |
Last train 10:25 PM |
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Discover the best of Carpi — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Carpi trip today.
Main civic museum complex inside Palazzo dei Pio, covering archaeology, local history, and art in one of Carpi's most important buildings.
Powerful museum on the former Fossoli transit camp, documenting deportation from Italy during World War II with great historical clarity.
Palace museum section presenting local art and decorative collections, useful for understanding courtly life and Carpi's cultural heritage.
One of Italy's largest squares, ideal for strolling under porticoes and experiencing Carpi's monumental civic heart day or evening.
Historic center district best explored on foot for porticoes, churches, palace views, and a strong sense of Emilia's urban heritage.
Portico-lined street linking key sights and shops in the center. A practical and atmospheric route for walking through everyday Carpi.
Fresh egg pasta parcels filled with pork, mortadella and Parmigiano Reggiano, served in capon broth. A festive Emilia specialty tied to nearby Modena traditions.
Large hand-folded pasta stuffed with pumpkin, Parmigiano and amaretti. Sweet-savory filling reflects classic northern Emilia home cooking.
Small stuffed pasta, often filled with ricotta and spinach or meat, served with butter and sage or ragù. Common in local trattorie and family meals.
Historic refined restaurant in central Carpi, known for Emilian cuisine, seasonal dishes and an elegant traditional atmosphere.
Well-known traditional venue serving regional pasta, grilled meats and classic Modenese flavors in a warm, casual setting.
Casual local favorite for pizza and straightforward Italian dishes, suited to relaxed meals with families and groups.
Moderate for Italy. Hotels and dining are usually cheaper than in major tourist cities, while local buses and trains remain reasonably priced.
Service is often included or modest. Round up in cafés and taxis; in restaurants, leave €1-5 or about 5-10% for very good service.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bologna to Carpi 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 Carpi, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Bologna to Carpi trains use the Bologna Centrale to Carpi station pair. Use this guide to compare Bologna and Carpi 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, Aeroporto is 5 km from Bologna city centre. Public transport options include:
Bologna, Aeroporto has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Multiple options on site
Free wifi throughout the station. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Bologna, Aeroporto.
Available at Bologna, Aeroporto: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bologna, Aeroporto: Fully accessible for disabled individuals.
Bologna S. Vitale is 2 km from Bologna city centre. Public transport options include:
Bologna S. Vitale has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Bologna S. Vitale.
ATMs are available at Bologna S. Vitale.
Available at Bologna S. Vitale: Parking, WC.
Available at Bologna S. Vitale: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bologna S. Vitale: Elevators, ramps.
Carpi is 1 km from Carpi city centre. Public transport options include:
Carpi has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Ristorante L'Incontro, Osteria del Teatro
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Carpi. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Carpi. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Carpi: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Carpi: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Carpi: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Carpi, Hotel Touring, Hotel Duomo.
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