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Museo Civico
Small civic museum presenting local archaeology and history, useful for understanding Maratea before exploring the old town.
Cheapest price on Sep 21
$66
Average ticket price on Sep 21
$66
Fastest journey on Sep 21
14 h 26 m
Average journey duration on Sep 21
14 h 26 m
Trains on Sep 21
1
Distance
616 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bologna to Maratea is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bologna to Maratea will cost around $66 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $66.
On Mon, Sep 21, we found 1 trains from Bologna to Maratea, including 1 direct services.
On Mon, Sep 21 the direct trains cover the 616 km distance in an average of 14 h 26 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 14 h 26 m .
On Mon, Sep 21 the slowest trains will take 14 h 26 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.


Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bologna to Maratea among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $79 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 7h 54m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $79, while a train costs an average of $111.
Distance: 382 miles (616 km)
Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
$111 Average price | $79 Average price Cheapest |
7h 54m Average total duration Fastest 7h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 10m Average total duration 9h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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This is compared to other travel options from Bologna to Maratea:
A bus is $32 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bologna to Maratea costing on average $111.
Other travel options to Maratea take longer:
Bus takes on average 9h 40m.
The table below shows live departures for Bologna to Maratea 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FRECCIAROSSA 9515+ Regionale 5583 | 8:27 AM Bologna Centrale | 7h03 | 3:30 PM Marina di Maratea | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9515+ Regionale 5583 | 8:27 AM Bologna Centrale | 6h58 | 3:25 PM Maratea station | 1 transfer | |
8903 · 8947 | 8:42 AM Bologna Centrale | 7h38 | 4:20 PM Maratea station | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 583 · Intercity 555 | 8:54 AM Bologna Centrale | 10h34 | 7:28 PM Maratea station | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 1589 · Intercity 561 | 9:37 AM Bologna Centrale | 11h34 | 9:11 PM Maratea station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9613+ Intercity 727+ Regionale 21779 | 9:37 AM Bologna Centrale | 6h32 | 4:09 PM Marina di Maratea | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 1589+ Regionale 5585 | 9:37 AM Bologna Centrale | 12h29 | 10:06 PM Marina di Maratea | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9613+ Intercity 727+ Regionale 21779 | 9:37 AM Bologna Centrale | 6h27 | 4:04 PM Maratea station | 2 transfers | |
8947 | 9:57 AM Bologna Centrale | 6h23 | 4:20 PM Maratea station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9583+ Intercity 553 | 10:27 AM Bologna Centrale | 6h48 | 5:15 PM Maratea station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9587+ Regionale 5650 | 12:27 PM Bologna Centrale | 6h57 | 7:24 PM Marina di Maratea | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9587 | 12:27 PM Bologna Centrale | 6h13 | 6:40 PM Maratea station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9639+ Intercity 561 | 3:37 PM Bologna Centrale | 5h34 | 9:11 PM Maratea station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8519+ Regionale 5585 | 3:47 PM Bologna Centrale | 6h19 | 10:06 PM Marina di Maratea | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 597+ InterCityNotte 795+ Regionale 5578 | 4:21 PM Bologna Centrale | 14h55 | 7:16 AM Marina di Maratea | 2 transfers | |
InterCityNotte 1963 | 10:00 PM Bologna Centrale | 9h54 | 7:54 AM Maratea station | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Bologna to Maratea run on average 24 times per day, taking around 7h 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $41 but you can travel from only $26 by bus.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:35. The fastest train covers the 382 miles (616 km) distance in 5h 4m.
Distance 382 miles (616 km) |
Average train duration 7h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price $41 |
Trains per day 24 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 5h 4m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:35 PM |
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Small civic museum presenting local archaeology and history, useful for understanding Maratea before exploring the old town.
Exhibition space focused on sacred art and objects tied to the patron saint and the hilltop basilica complex.
Local gallery space used for temporary exhibitions, giving visitors a look at contemporary and regional artistic activity.
Atmospheric historic center with lanes, stairways, churches, and palaces. Ideal for wandering and seeing Maratea beyond the coast.
Hill road and walking approach leading toward the basilica and castle ruins, rewarding visitors with memorable panoramas.
Viewpoint area near the famous statue, especially popular at sunset for expansive vistas of the coast and mountain backdrop.
Spaghetti with local seafood, often clams or mussels, reflecting Maratea's Tyrrhenian coast and simple southern cooking.
Fresh anchovies prepared grilled, marinated, or fried. A classic coastal staple in Maratea, valued for its daily catch and clean flavor.
Baccalà cooked with tomatoes, olives, or peppers. Salt cod is a long-standing southern Italian tradition also found on Maratea tables.
Refined dining with seafood-focused cuisine and polished service, popular for romantic meals and scenic hotel surroundings.
Established seafront restaurant known for fresh fish and classic southern Italian dishes in an elegant coastal setting.
Well-known traditional restaurant serving Lucanian specialties, homemade pasta, and local ingredients in a relaxed atmosphere.
Moderate for coastal Italy. Lodging rises in summer, but dining and local transport are usually reasonable outside peak season.
Service is often included or modest. Round up or leave 5-10% for good restaurant service; taxis can be rounded up, and small change is fine at cafes.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bologna to Maratea 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 Maratea, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Bologna to Maratea trains use the Bologna Centrale to Maratea station pair, with some services arriving at Marina Di Maratea. Use this guide to compare Bologna and Maratea 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.
Maratea is 1 km from Maratea city centre. Public transport options include:
Maratea has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Ristorante La Taverna di Zu Cicco, Ristorante Pizzeria La Fenice
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Ticket office support is available at Maratea. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Maratea. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Maratea: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Maratea: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Maratea: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Murmann, La Locanda delle Donne Monache, Hotel Villa Cheta Elite.
Marina Di Maratea is 4 km from Maratea city centre. Public transport options include:
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