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Musée Jean Cocteau Collection Séverin Wunderman
Museum in a seventeenth-century bastion displaying Jean Cocteau works in a dramatic harbor setting central to Menton’s cultural identity.
Cheapest price on Oct 16
L 207
Average ticket price on Oct 16
L 371
Fastest journey on Oct 16
5 h 11 m
Average journey duration on Oct 16
5 h 21 m
Trains on Oct 16
33
Distance
316 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bologna to Menton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bologna to Menton will cost around L 371 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only L 207.
It's difficult to get from Bologna to Menton without transferring at least once.
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3920 · Regionale TTPER 2092 · Regionale Veloce 3041
Regionale TTPER 2070 · Regionale 12037 · Regionale Veloce 3372
Regionale TTPER 2066 · Regionale Veloce 3017 · Regionale Veloce 3368
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2470 · Regionale TTPER 2082 · Regionale Veloce 3380
Regionale TTPER 2070 · Regionale Veloce 3368
FRECCIAROSSA 9300+
Regionale TRENORD 2317+
Intercity 659
FRECCIAROSSA 9512+
Intercity 637
FRECCIAROSSA 9514+
Intercity 641
FRECCIAROSSA 9584+
Intercity 675
FRECCIAROSSA 9588+
Intercity 689Trains from Bologna to Menton run on average 19 times per day, taking around 6h 4m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at L 26 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:45, the last at 19:10. The fastest train covers the 196 miles (316 km) distance in 4h 34m.
Distance 196 miles (316 km) |
Average train duration 6h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price L 26 |
Trains per day 19 |
Fastest train 4h 34m |
First train 4:45 AM |
Last train 7:10 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 14 days |
The table below shows live departures for Bologna to Menton trains for today, Thursday, October 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:36 PM Bologna | 11h59 | 6:35 AM Menton | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 8:51 PM Bologna | 11h44 | 8:35 AM Menton | 3 transfers | |
![]() | 10:38 PM Bologna | 12h28 | 11:06 AM Menton | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 11:06 PM Bologna | 12h29 | 11:35 AM Menton | 2 transfers | |
| Friday, October 16 | |||||
Regionale TTPER 2066 · Regionale Veloce 3017 · Regionale Veloce 3368 | 5:00 AM Bologna Centrale | 9h12 | 2:12 PM Ventimiglia station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale TTPER 2066+ Intercity 633 | 5:00 AM Bologna Centrale | 6h04 | 11:04 AM Ventimiglia station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TTPER 2070+ Intercity 659 | 6:33 AM Bologna Centrale | 6h29 | 1:02 PM Ventimiglia station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TTPER 2070 · Regionale 12037 · Regionale Veloce 3372 | 6:33 AM Bologna Centrale | 9h30 | 4:03 PM Ventimiglia station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale TTPER 2070 · Regionale Veloce 3368 | 6:33 AM Bologna Centrale | 7h39 | 2:12 PM Ventimiglia station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9504+ Intercity 659 | 7:31 AM Bologna Centrale | 5h31 | 1:02 PM Ventimiglia station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2462+ Intercity 637 | 7:50 AM Bologna Centrale | 7h04 | 2:54 PM Ventimiglia station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2462+ Intercity 637+ Regionale 22958 | 7:50 AM Bologna Centrale | 8h36 | 4:26 PM Bevera | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9300+ Regionale TRENORD 2317+ Intercity 659 | 7:51 AM Bologna Centrale | 5h11 | 1:02 PM Ventimiglia station | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9512+ Intercity 637 | 9:36 AM Bologna Centrale | 5h18 | 2:54 PM Ventimiglia station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9512+ Intercity 637+ Regionale 22958 | 9:36 AM Bologna Centrale | 6h50 | 4:26 PM Bevera | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 580+ Regionale Veloce 3025 · Regionale Veloce 3376 | 9:46 AM Bologna Centrale | 8h16 | 6:02 PM Ventimiglia station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2466 · Regionale Veloce 3025 · Regionale Veloce 3376 | 9:50 AM Bologna Centrale | 8h12 | 6:02 PM Ventimiglia station | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9612+ Regionale Veloce 3127 · Regionale 12270 | 9:56 AM Bologna Centrale | 6h51 | 4:47 PM Ventimiglia station | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9516+ Regionale Veloce 3227 · Regionale 22959 | 10:36 AM Bologna Centrale | 6h57 | 5:33 PM Ventimiglia station | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9516+ Regionale Veloce 3227 · Regionale 22959 | 10:36 AM Bologna Centrale | 6h45 | 5:21 PM Bevera | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9516+ Regionale Veloce 3131 | 10:36 AM Bologna Centrale | 8h11 | 6:47 PM Ventimiglia station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9520+ FRECCIABIANCA 8619+ Regionale Veloce 3376 | 11:36 AM Bologna Centrale | 6h26 | 6:02 PM Ventimiglia station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2470+ Intercity 641 | 11:50 AM Bologna Centrale | 7h09 | 6:59 PM Ventimiglia station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2470 · Regionale TTPER 2082 · Regionale Veloce 3380 | 11:50 AM Bologna Centrale | 8h13 | 8:03 PM Ventimiglia station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2470 · Regionale Veloce 3029 · Regionale 12276 | 11:50 AM Bologna Centrale | 7h59 | 7:49 PM Ventimiglia station | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9626+ Regionale Veloce 3231 · Regionale 22957 | 12:56 PM Bologna Centrale | 6h55 | 7:51 PM Bevera | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9514+ Intercity 641 | 1:36 PM Bologna Centrale | 5h23 | 6:59 PM Ventimiglia station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2474 · Regionale Veloce 3033 · Regionale Veloce 3384 | 1:50 PM Bologna Centrale | 8h13 | 10:03 PM Ventimiglia station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2474+ Intercity 675 | 1:50 PM Bologna Centrale | 7h12 | 9:02 PM Ventimiglia station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9584+ Intercity 675 | 3:36 PM Bologna Centrale | 5h26 | 9:02 PM Ventimiglia station | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 597+ Regionale 18307+ Intercity 518 | 4:21 PM Bologna Centrale | 7h18 | 11:39 PM Ventimiglia station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3920 · Regionale TTPER 2092 · Regionale Veloce 3041 | 4:33 PM Bologna Centrale | 8h17 | 12:50 AM Ventimiglia station | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 590 · Intercity 689 | 4:54 PM Bologna Centrale | 7h08 | 12:02 AM Ventimiglia station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2482 · Regionale Veloce 3041 | 5:50 PM Bologna Centrale | 7h00 | 12:50 AM Ventimiglia station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9320+ Intercity 685 · Intercity 518 | 5:51 PM Bologna Centrale | 5h48 | 11:39 PM Ventimiglia station | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9588+ Intercity 689 | 6:36 PM Bologna Centrale | 5h26 | 12:02 AM Ventimiglia station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9808+ Regionale Veloce 3041 | 7:18 PM Bologna Centrale | 5h32 | 12:50 AM Ventimiglia station | 1 transfer | |
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Museum in a seventeenth-century bastion displaying Jean Cocteau works in a dramatic harbor setting central to Menton’s cultural identity.
Historic fort museum focused on Jean Cocteau, with drawings, mosaics, and a memorable location beside Menton’s old port.
Regional art museum in the old town presenting modern and contemporary works in an atmospheric historic building.
Menton’s oldest quarter of steep lanes, colorful façades, and stairways leading to churches, viewpoints, and the sea.
Long seaside promenade ideal for walking, beaches, Belle Époque façades, and classic Riviera views across Menton Bay.
Formal seafront gardens with sculptures, lawns, and event spaces, especially popular during Menton’s famous lemon festival.
Menton’s famous lemon tart made with the town’s prized citrus. Bright, fragrant, and central to local identity and the annual lemon festival.
A Niçoise and Menton specialty of sliced vegetables baked in olive oil. It reflects the Riviera’s market produce and Mediterranean home cooking.
Thin chickpea flour pancake cooked until crisp. Common across the Riviera, it is a beloved street snack in nearby Nice and Menton.
Elegant Michelin-starred dining by Mauro Colagreco, famous for Riviera produce and refined tasting menus in a luxurious seafront setting.
Historic Belle Époque restaurant known for classic French and Mediterranean dishes in a grand, traditional dining room by the sea.
Well-regarded casual address serving fresh Italian and Mediterranean plates, with a relaxed atmosphere near the old town and seafront.
Menton is moderate for the Riviera: stays cost less than Nice or Monaco, but dining and summer prices are still above many French towns.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for great restaurant service; round up for taxis and leave small change at cafes.
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Menton Gare -> Place Saint-Roch, Menton
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bologna to Menton 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 Menton, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Bologna to Menton trains use the Bologna Centrale to Menton station pair, with some services arriving at Menton Garavan. Use this guide to compare Bologna and Menton 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.
Menton has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: L'Orangerie, Le Petit Prince
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Menton. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Menton. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Menton: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Menton: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Menton: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Napoleon, Best Western Premier Hotel Prince De Galles, Hotel Riva Art & Spa.
Menton Garavan is 1 km from Menton city centre. Public transport options include:
Menton Garavan has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Menton Garavan.
Ticket office support is available at Menton Garavan.
Available at Menton Garavan: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Menton Garavan: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Menton Garavan: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Riva Art & Spa, Hôtel Napoléon, Princess et Richmond.
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