The cheapest and fastest trains from Bologna to Piacenza station
Cheapest price
$16
Average price
$16
Fastest journey
1 h 47 m
Average duration
1 h 55 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
143 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bologna to Piacenza station is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bologna to Piacenza station will cost around $16 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $16.
Of the 3 trains that leave Bologna for Piacenza station on Mon, Jun 22, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Jun 22 the direct trains cover the 143 km distance in an average of 1 h 55 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 47 m .
On Mon, Jun 22 the slowest trains will take 2 h 1 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.
6:50 PM1h58Bologna8:48 PMPiacenza station$161One-way0 transfers
5:50 PM2h01Bologna7:51 PMPiacenza station$161One-way0 transfers
8:33 AM1h47Bologna10:20 AMPiacenza station$161One-way0 transfers
8:33 AM1h47Bologna10:20 AMPiacenza station$161One-way0 transfers
6:50 PM1h58Bologna8:48 PMPiacenza station$161One-way0 transfers
5:50 PM2h01Bologna7:51 PMPiacenza station$161One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Bologna to Piacenza station
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bologna to Piacenza station among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 34m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $9, and a train costs an average of $12.
Distance: 88 miles (143 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$16 Average price | $16 Average price Cheapest | $45 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 4m Average total duration Fastest 1h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 4m Average total duration 2h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 52m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Bologna to Piacenza station:
A bus is $0.48 (€0.39) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bologna to Piacenza station costing on average $16 (€13).
Other travel options to Piacenza station take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 34m.
The journey is about 18m faster (1h 34m by train vs 1h 52m by car) and roughly $29 (€24) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($16 (€13) vs $45 (€37)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with Regionale, Intercity, Frecciarossa, Trenitalia EuroCity.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Bologna to Piacenza station train times
The table below shows live departures for Bologna to Piacenza station trains for today, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:33 AM Bologna | 1h47 | 10:20 AM Piacenza station | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:50 PM Bologna | 1h58 | 7:48 PM Piacenza station | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:50 PM Bologna | 1h58 | 8:48 PM Piacenza station | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets Bologna to Piacenza station by bus or train
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bologna to Piacenza station
Trains from Bologna to Piacenza station run on average 38 times per day, taking around 1h 34m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $12 (€10) but you can travel from only $9 (€7) by bus.
There are 32 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 08:33, the last at 20:33. The fastest train covers the 88 miles (143 km) distance in 1h 31m.
Distance 88 miles (143 km) |
Average train duration 1h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price $12 (€10) |
Trains per day 38 |
Direct trains 32 |
Fastest train 1h 31m |
First train 8:33 AM |
Last train 8:33 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Train companies: Regionale, Intercity, Frecciarossa, Trenitalia EuroCity, Italo from Bologna to Piacenza station trainsRegionale, Intercity, Frecciarossa, Trenitalia EuroCity, Italo trains will get you between Bologna and Piacenza station from $9 (€7). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Intercity
Frecciarossa
Italo
Trenitalia EuroCity
FAQs: Trains from Bologna to Piacenza station
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bologna to Piacenza station 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 Piacenza station, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Bologna to Piacenza station
Most Bologna to Piacenza station trains use the Bologna Centrale to Piacenza station pair. Use this guide to compare Bologna and Piacenza station train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Bologna Centrale from Bologna city centre
Bologna Centrale is 1 km from Bologna city centre. Public transport options include:
Bologna Centrale train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: Burger King, A Cafè, VyTA Boulangerie, Venchi, Scambio, Juice Bar, KFC, Dispensa Emilia, Lavazza, Mokà, & more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. . ATMs are aTM is located in the main hall.
Tickets and information
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 and lost property
Luggage storage is luggage facility, open daily from 07:00 to 22:00, is located in front of binario 7 Ovest (Track 7 West).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bologna Centrale: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bologna Centrale: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
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.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Starhotels Excelsior, Millenn Hotel Bologna, UNA Hotels.
Getting to Bologna Borgo Panigale from Bologna city centre
Bologna Borgo Panigale is 4 km from Bologna city centre. Public transport options include:
Bologna Borgo Panigale train station facilities and services
Bologna Borgo Panigale has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Ristorante Il Patio, Trattoria Bonora
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bologna Borgo Panigale. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bologna Borgo Panigale: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bologna Borgo Panigale: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bologna Borgo Panigale: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Flyon Hotel, Hotel Bologna Airport, Hotel Del Borgo.
Getting to Piacenza from Piacenza city centre
Piacenza train station facilities and services
Piacenza 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, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Al Duca, Osteria Carducci
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Piacenza. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Piacenza. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Piacenza: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Piacenza: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Piacenza: Ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Best Western Park Hotel, Grande Albergo Roma, Hotel Ovest.
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