- Must visit
Museo Civico e Pinacoteca del Palazzo Malatestiano
Main civic museum with archaeology, paintings, and local history collections inside the former Malatesta palace complex.
Cheapest price
zł70
Average price
zł79
Fastest journey
1 h 49 m
Average duration
1 h 49 m
Trains per day
40
Distance
153 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bologna to Fano is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bologna to Fano will cost around zł79 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only zł70.
Of the 40 trains that leave Bologna for Fano on Tue, Aug 04, 36 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Aug 04 the direct trains cover the 153 km distance in an average of 1 h 49 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 49 m .
On Tue, Aug 04 the slowest trains will take 1 h 49 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 3921
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3917
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3927 · Regionale 4487
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3925
Regionale TTPER 17433 · Regionale 4237
Intercity 609
Intercity 605
Intercity 605
Intercity 611
Intercity 607Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bologna to Fano among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from zł34. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 5m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of zł34, and a train costs an average of zł55.
Distance: 95 miles (153 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
zł71 Average price | zł53 Average price Cheapest | zł182 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 35m Average total duration Fastest 2h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 35m Average total duration 2h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 47m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | 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 Fano:
A bus is zł18 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bologna to Fano costing on average zł71.
Other travel options to Fano take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 5m.
Tickets start at around zł71 compared to roughly zł182 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about zł111. The journey takes 2h 5m versus 1h 47m 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.
Direct services run with Regionale, Intercity.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Bologna to Fano trains for today, Monday, August 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Regionale TTPER 17433 · Regionale 4237 | 5:00 AM Bologna Centrale | 2h37 | 7:37 AM Fano station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TTPER 17433 · Regionale 4237 | 5:00 AM Bologna Centrale | 2h37 | 7:37 AM Fano station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3901 | 6:34 AM Bologna Centrale | 2h03 | 8:37 AM Fano station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3901 | 6:34 AM Bologna Centrale | 2h03 | 8:37 AM Fano station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3905 | 7:34 AM Bologna Centrale | 2h03 | 9:37 AM Fano station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3905 | 7:34 AM Bologna Centrale | 2h03 | 9:37 AM Fano station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 603 | 8:00 AM Bologna Centrale | 1h54 | 9:54 AM Fano station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 603 | 8:00 AM Bologna Centrale | 1h54 | 9:54 AM Fano station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3907 | 8:34 AM Bologna Centrale | 2h05 | 10:39 AM Fano station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3907 | 8:34 AM Bologna Centrale | 2h05 | 10:39 AM Fano station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 18133 | 9:50 AM Bologna Centrale | 2h11 | 12:01 PM Fano station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 18133 | 9:50 AM Bologna Centrale | 2h11 | 12:01 PM Fano station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3911 | 10:34 AM Bologna Centrale | 2h22 | 12:56 PM Fano station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3911 | 10:34 AM Bologna Centrale | 2h22 | 12:56 PM Fano station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3915 | 11:34 AM Bologna Centrale | 2h27 | 2:01 PM Fano station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3915 | 11:34 AM Bologna Centrale | 2h27 | 2:01 PM Fano station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 1721 | 12:12 PM Bologna Centrale | 2h13 | 2:25 PM Fano station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 1721 | 12:12 PM Bologna Centrale | 2h13 | 2:25 PM Fano station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3917 | 12:34 PM Bologna Centrale | 2h05 | 2:39 PM Fano station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3917 | 12:34 PM Bologna Centrale | 2h05 | 2:39 PM Fano station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8807+ Regionale Veloce 1721 | 12:45 PM Bologna Centrale | 1h40 | 2:25 PM Fano station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3921 | 1:34 PM Bologna Centrale | 2h04 | 3:38 PM Fano station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3921 | 1:34 PM Bologna Centrale | 2h04 | 3:38 PM Fano station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3925 | 2:34 PM Bologna Centrale | 2h03 | 4:37 PM Fano station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3925 | 2:34 PM Bologna Centrale | 2h03 | 4:37 PM Fano station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3927 · Regionale 4487 | 3:34 PM Bologna Centrale | 2h24 | 5:58 PM Fano station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3927 · Regionale 4487 | 3:34 PM Bologna Centrale | 2h24 | 5:58 PM Fano station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3929 | 4:34 PM Bologna Centrale | 2h07 | 6:41 PM Fano station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3929 | 4:34 PM Bologna Centrale | 2h07 | 6:41 PM Fano station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3931 | 5:34 PM Bologna Centrale | 2h04 | 7:38 PM Fano station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3931 | 5:34 PM Bologna Centrale | 2h04 | 7:38 PM Fano station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 613 | 6:00 PM Bologna Centrale | 1h51 | 7:51 PM Fano station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 613 | 6:00 PM Bologna Centrale | 1h51 | 7:51 PM Fano station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3935 | 6:34 PM Bologna Centrale | 2h03 | 8:37 PM Fano station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3935 | 6:34 PM Bologna Centrale | 2h03 | 8:37 PM Fano station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3939 | 8:34 PM Bologna Centrale | 2h03 | 10:37 PM Fano station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3939 | 8:34 PM Bologna Centrale | 2h03 | 10:37 PM Fano station | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Bologna to Fano run on average 29 times per day, taking around 2h 5m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at zł55 but you can travel from only zł34 by bus.
There are 22 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:27, the last at 23:40. The fastest train covers the 95 miles (153 km) distance in 1h 49m.
Distance 95 miles (153 km) |
Average train duration 2h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price zł55 |
Trains per day 29 |
Direct trains 22 |
Fastest train 1h 49m |
First train 12:27 AM |
Last train 11:40 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 14 days |
Discover the best of Fano — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Fano trip today.
Main civic museum with archaeology, paintings, and local history collections inside the former Malatesta palace complex.
Archaeological route revealing Roman remains beneath the city, including structures linked to ancient Fanum Fortunae.
Museum dedicated to the Via Flaminia, explaining the Roman road's history and Fano's importance along the route.
Fano's main square, framed by historic palaces and cafés, ideal for architecture, people-watching, and city orientation.
Historic quarter around Roman remains and medieval streets, rewarding slow walks with layered urban history.
Lively central street connecting key monuments, lined with elegant buildings and local shops in the old town.
Brodetto alla fanese is Fano's traditional Adriatic fish stew, made with mixed catch and tomato. It is a hallmark of the port city's seafaring cooking.
Moretta fanese is a strong local coffee drink with espresso, anise, rum and brandy. It was created by fishermen and remains one of Fano's signature beverages.
Passatelli in brodo are breadcrumbs, eggs and cheese formed into short noodles and served in broth. In Marche they are a beloved festive comfort dish.
Elegant Michelin-starred restaurant known for refined seafood tasting menus and creative Marche cuisine in a polished contemporary setting.
Well-regarded seafood restaurant focused on Adriatic fish dishes, including brodetto, with a classic atmosphere near the historic center.
Casual local spot for piadina, crescie and simple Marche specialties. Good for an informal meal with regional flavors.
Moderate for Italy: dining is reasonable, hotels rise in summer, and local buses are low-cost for visitors.
Service is often included or modest. Round up or leave €1-2 at cafes, 5-10% for great restaurant service, and round up taxi fares.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bologna to Fano 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 Fano, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Bologna to Fano trains use the Bologna Centrale to Fano station pair. Use this guide to compare Bologna and Fano 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 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.
Fano is 2 km from Fano city centre. Public transport options include:
Fano 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, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Isaan Thai Restaurant, McDonald's
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Fano. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Fano. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Fano: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Fano: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Fano: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Augustus, Hotel De La Ville, Hotel Amelia.
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