- Must visit
Casa natale di Gabriele d'Annunzio
Important house museum where Gabriele d'Annunzio was born; essential for literature lovers and local history.
Cheapest price on Oct 16
$36
Average ticket price on Oct 16
$57
Fastest journey on Oct 16
2 h 59 m
Average journey duration on Oct 16
2 h 59 m
Trains on Oct 16
49
Distance
324 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bologna to Pescara is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bologna to Pescara will cost around $57 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $36.
On Fri, Oct 16, we found 49 trains from Bologna to Pescara, including 19 direct services.
On Fri, Oct 16 the direct trains cover the 324 km distance in an average of 2 h 59 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 59 m .
On Fri, Oct 16 the slowest trains will take 2 h 59 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 4223
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3925 · Regionale 4279
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3911 · Regionale 4219
Regionale Veloce 1725 · Regionale 4259
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3907 · Regionale 4213
FRECCIAROSSA 8801
FRECCIAROSSA 8809
FRECCIAROSSA 8815
FRECCIAROSSA 8803
FRECCIAROSSA 8807Trains from Bologna to Pescara run on average 40 times per day, taking around 3h 58m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $17 (€14) but you can travel from only $13 (€11) by bus.
There are 16 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:10, the last at 23:39. The fastest train covers the 201 miles (324 km) distance in 2h 59m.
Distance 201 miles (324 km) |
Average train duration 3h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price $17 (€14) |
Trains per day 40 |
Direct trains 16 |
Fastest train 2h 59m |
First train 12:10 AM |
Last train 11:39 PM |
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The table below shows live departures for Bologna to Pescara 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Regionale Veloce 3929 · Regionale 4259 | 4:34 PM Bologna Centrale | 5h14 | 9:48 PM Pescara | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8815 | 4:45 PM Bologna Centrale | 2h59 | 7:44 PM Pescara | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9809 | 4:55 PM Bologna Centrale | 3h02 | 7:57 PM Pescara | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9809+ Regionale 19785 | 4:55 PM Bologna Centrale | 3h25 | 8:20 PM Pescara, Tribunale | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9809+ Regionale 19785 | 4:55 PM Bologna Centrale | 3h23 | 8:18 PM Pescara Porta Nuova | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8819 | 5:45 PM Bologna Centrale | 3h09 | 8:54 PM Pescara | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 613 | 6:00 PM Bologna Centrale | 4h15 | 10:15 PM Pescara | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9811 | 6:45 PM Bologna Centrale | 3h15 | 10:00 PM Pescara | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8823 | 7:45 PM Bologna Centrale | 3h25 | 11:10 PM Pescara | 0 transfersDirect | |
InterCityNotte 35527+ Regionale 19771 | 10:30 PM Bologna Centrale | 6h46 | 5:16 AM Pescara, Tribunale | 1 transfer | |
InterCityNotte 35527 | 10:30 PM Bologna Centrale | 5h56 | 4:26 AM Pescara | 0 transfersDirect | |
InterCityNotte 35527+ Regionale 19771 | 10:30 PM Bologna Centrale | 6h43 | 5:13 AM Pescara Porta Nuova | 1 transfer | |
InterCityNotte 35527 · InterCityNotte 35051 | 10:30 PM Bologna Centrale | 5h34 | 4:04 AM Pescara | 1 transfer | |
| Friday, October 16 | |||||
Intercity 603+ Regionale 19775 | 8:00 AM Bologna Centrale | 4h13 | 12:13 PM Pescara Porta Nuova | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 603 | 8:00 AM Bologna Centrale | 4h01 | 12:01 PM Pescara | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 603+ Regionale 19775 | 8:00 AM Bologna Centrale | 4h16 | 12:16 PM Pescara, Tribunale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3907 · Regionale 4213 · Regionale 19777 | 8:34 AM Bologna Centrale | 5h34 | 2:08 PM Pescara Porta Nuova | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3907 · Regionale 4213 | 8:34 AM Bologna Centrale | 5h16 | 1:50 PM Pescara | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3907 · Regionale 4213 · Regionale 19777 | 8:34 AM Bologna Centrale | 5h37 | 2:11 PM Pescara, Tribunale | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8801 | 8:45 AM Bologna Centrale | 2h59 | 11:44 AM Pescara | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8801+ Regionale 19775 | 8:45 AM Bologna Centrale | 3h28 | 12:13 PM Pescara Porta Nuova | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8801+ Regionale 19775 | 8:45 AM Bologna Centrale | 3h31 | 12:16 PM Pescara, Tribunale | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8803+ Regionale 19665 | 9:45 AM Bologna Centrale | 3h18 | 1:03 PM Pescara Porta Nuova | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8803 | 9:45 AM Bologna Centrale | 2h59 | 12:44 PM Pescara | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 605+ Regionale 19777 | 10:00 AM Bologna Centrale | 4h08 | 2:08 PM Pescara Porta Nuova | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 605 | 10:00 AM Bologna Centrale | 3h59 | 1:59 PM Pescara | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 605+ Regionale 19777 | 10:00 AM Bologna Centrale | 4h11 | 2:11 PM Pescara, Tribunale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3911 · Regionale 4219 | 10:34 AM Bologna Centrale | 6h22 | 4:56 PM Pescara | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3911 · Regionale 4219 · Regionale 19781 | 10:34 AM Bologna Centrale | 6h37 | 5:11 PM Pescara, Tribunale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3911 · Regionale 4219 · Regionale 19781 | 10:34 AM Bologna Centrale | 6h34 | 5:08 PM Pescara Porta Nuova | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9805+ Regionale 19779 | 11:45 AM Bologna Centrale | 3h23 | 3:08 PM Pescara Porta Nuova | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9805+ Regionale 19779 | 11:45 AM Bologna Centrale | 3h26 | 3:11 PM Pescara, Tribunale | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9805 | 11:45 AM Bologna Centrale | 2h59 | 2:44 PM Pescara | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 607 | 12:00 PM Bologna Centrale | 3h59 | 3:59 PM Pescara | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8807 | 12:45 PM Bologna Centrale | 2h59 | 3:44 PM Pescara | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3921 · Regionale 4223 | 1:34 PM Bologna Centrale | 5h22 | 6:56 PM Pescara | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3921 · Regionale 4223 · Regionale 19783 | 1:34 PM Bologna Centrale | 5h34 | 7:08 PM Pescara Porta Nuova | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3921 · Regionale 4223 · Regionale 19783 | 1:34 PM Bologna Centrale | 5h37 | 7:11 PM Pescara, Tribunale | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8809+ Regionale 19781 | 1:45 PM Bologna Centrale | 3h23 | 5:08 PM Pescara Porta Nuova | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8809 | 1:45 PM Bologna Centrale | 2h59 | 4:44 PM Pescara | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8809+ Regionale 19781 | 1:45 PM Bologna Centrale | 3h26 | 5:11 PM Pescara, Tribunale | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 609 | 2:00 PM Bologna Centrale | 3h59 | 5:59 PM Pescara | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3925 · Regionale 4279 · Regionale 19785 | 2:34 PM Bologna Centrale | 5h44 | 8:18 PM Pescara Porta Nuova | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3925 · Regionale 4279 | 2:34 PM Bologna Centrale | 5h07 | 7:41 PM Pescara | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3925 · Regionale 4279 · Regionale 19785 | 2:34 PM Bologna Centrale | 5h46 | 8:20 PM Pescara, Tribunale | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8811 | 2:45 PM Bologna Centrale | 2h59 | 5:44 PM Pescara | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8813+ Regionale 19783 | 3:45 PM Bologna Centrale | 3h23 | 7:08 PM Pescara Porta Nuova | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8813 | 3:45 PM Bologna Centrale | 3h02 | 6:47 PM Pescara | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8813+ Regionale 19783 | 3:45 PM Bologna Centrale | 3h26 | 7:11 PM Pescara, Tribunale | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 611 | 4:00 PM Bologna Centrale | 4h08 | 8:08 PM Pescara | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 611+ Regionale 19785 | 4:00 PM Bologna Centrale | 4h20 | 8:20 PM Pescara, Tribunale | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 611+ Regionale 19785 | 4:00 PM Bologna Centrale | 4h18 | 8:18 PM Pescara Porta Nuova | 1 transfer | |
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Important house museum where Gabriele d'Annunzio was born; essential for literature lovers and local history.
Museum on the people, traditions, and crafts of Abruzzo, with engaging displays inside the old Bourbon complex.
Art venue dedicated to painter Basilio Cascella, showing works tied to Abruzzo identity and family creativity.
Long seafront promenade ideal for walking, cycling, and beach views; one of the city's most popular public spaces.
Historic old-town area with museums, churches, and traces of ancient Pescara, best explored on foot.
Modern riverside bridge and walkway offering panoramic views over the river mouth, marina, and Adriatic coast.
Brodetto alla Pescarese is a rich Adriatic fish stew simmered with tomato, garlic and peppers, reflecting Pescara’s strong seafaring cooking traditions.
Arrosticini are skewers of grilled sheep meat, a signature of Abruzzo, prized for their smoky flavor and central role in local social meals.
Spaghetti Alla Chitarra are square-cut egg pasta strands, traditionally made with a chitarra tool and often served with hearty Abruzzese ragù.
Established seafood restaurant known for refined Adriatic fish dishes and a polished yet relaxed setting near central Pescara.
Well-known traditional spot appreciated for Abruzzese classics, including arrosticini and homemade pasta, in a warm casual atmosphere.
Reliable local seafood venue with strong reputation for fresh catch, pasta alle vongole and classic coastal cooking in an unfussy setting.
Moderate for Italy. Hotels often cost less than Rome or Florence, while dining, beach snacks, and local transit stay fairly manageable for tourists.
Service is often included or modest. Round up or leave 5-10% at restaurants for good service, round up taxi fares, and leave small change at cafes only if service was table-based.
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Pescara Aeroporto -> Pescara Centrale, Pescara
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bologna to Pescara 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 Pescara, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Bologna to Pescara trains use the Bologna Centrale to Pescara Centrale station pair, with some services arriving at Pescara. Use this guide to compare Bologna and Pescara 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.
Pescara Centrale has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Ristorante La Barcaccia, Trattoria del Mare
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Pescara Centrale. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Pescara Centrale. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Pescara Centrale: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Pescara Centrale: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Pescara Centrale: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Carlton, B&B Hotel Pescara, Hotel Ambra Palace.
Pescara is 1 km from Pescara city centre. Check local transport options before travel.
Pescara has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Pescara.
Pescara Porta Nuova has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Ristorante La Barcaccia, Trattoria del Mare
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Pescara Porta Nuova. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Available at Pescara Porta Nuova: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Pescara Porta Nuova: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Pescara Porta Nuova: Ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Salus, Hotel Regent, Hotel Carlton.
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