The cheapest and fastest trains from Bologna to Rho
Cheapest price
$24
Average price
$27
Fastest journey
1 h 24 m
Average duration
1 h 32 m
Trains per day
102
Distance
214 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bologna to Rho is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bologna to Rho will cost around $27 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $24.
Of the 102 trains that leave Bologna for Rho on Wed, May 13, 12 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, May 13 the direct trains cover the 214 km distance in an average of 1 h 32 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 24 m .
On Wed, May 13 the slowest trains will take 1 h 34 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 3908 · Regionale TRENORD 10868 · S11 TRENORD 2525110:33 AM4h44Bologna Centrale3:17 PMRho station$241One-way2 transfers
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3912 · Regionale TRENORD 10872 · S11 TRENORD 2525912:33 PM4h44Bologna Centrale5:17 PMRho station$241One-way2 transfers
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3916 · Regionale TRENORD 10876 · S11 TRENORD 252672:33 PM4h44Bologna Centrale7:17 PMRho station$241One-way2 transfers
Regionale Veloce 3908 · Regionale TRENORD 10868 · S11 TRENORD 2525110:33 AM4h37Bologna Centrale3:10 PMRho Fiera$251One-way2 transfers
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3916 · Regionale TRENORD 10876 · S11 TRENORD 252672:33 PM4h37Bologna Centrale7:10 PMRho Fiera$251One-way2 transfers
FRECCIAROSSA 96129:56 AM1h24Bologna Centrale11:20 AMRho Fiera$441One-way0 transfers
FRECCIAROSSA 931012:51 PM1h34Bologna Centrale2:25 PMRho Fiera$361One-way0 transfers
FRECCIAROSSA 93205:51 PM1h34Bologna Centrale7:25 PMRho Fiera$401One-way0 transfers
FRECCIAROSSA 93007:51 AM1h34Bologna Centrale9:25 AMRho Fiera$731One-way0 transfers
FRECCIAROSSA 93049:51 AM1h34Bologna Centrale11:25 AMRho Fiera$401One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Bologna to Rho
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bologna to Rho among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 3m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $5, and a train costs an average of $24.
Distance: 132 miles (214 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$30 Average price | $7 Average price Cheapest | $69 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 33m Average total duration Fastest 2h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 55m Average total duration 2h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 33m 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 Rho:
A bus is $23 (€18) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bologna to Rho costing on average $30 (€24).
Other travel options to Rho take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 25m.
The journey is about 30m faster (2h 3m by train vs 2h 33m by car) and roughly $39 (€31) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($30 (€24) vs $69 (€55)). 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 Frecciarossa.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Bologna to Rho train times
The table below shows live departures for Bologna to Rho trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, May 13. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:06 AM Bologna | 1h35 | 9:41 AM Rho | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:33 AM Bologna | 4h44 | 2:17 PM Rho | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Why book with Omio vs Frecciarossa?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Frecciarossa, but also compare tickets for the likes of Regionale or Italo to find the best option for your trip from Bologna to Rho.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bologna to Rho
Trains from Bologna to Rho run on average 74 times per day, taking around 2h 3m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $24 (€19) but you can travel from only $5 (€4) by bus.
There are 10 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:19, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 132 miles (214 km) distance in 1h 34m.
Distance 132 miles (214 km) |
Average train duration 2h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price $24 (€19) |
Trains per day 74 |
Direct trains 10 |
Fastest train 1h 34m |
First train 12:19 AM |
Last train 11:56 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 35 days |
Train companies: Frecciarossa, Regionale, Italo from Bologna to Rho trainsFrecciarossa, Regionale, Italo trains will get you between Bologna and Rho from $5 (€4). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Bologna to Rho
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bologna to Rho 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 Rho, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Bologna to Rho
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00
- Free Wi-Fi.
- Luggage facility, open daily from 07:00 to 22:00, is located in front of binario 7 Ovest (Track 7 West).
- Burger King
- A Cafè
- VyTA Boulangerie
- Venchi
- Scambio
- Juice Bar
- KFC
- Dispensa Emilia
- Lavazza
- Mokà
- & more
- 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.
- Starhotels Excelsior
- Millenn Hotel Bologna
- UNA Hotels
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00
- Customer service center is on the ground floor and open every day from 06:30 to 23:00.
- Bus lines: 21, 25, 30, 36, 61, 62, 77, BLQ
- Monorail lines: Marconi Express
- Train lines: FR, FA, FB, IC, ICN, R, Italo, ÖBB EC, EN
- Elevators, ramps.
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible from the main road leading to the exhibition center.
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- NH Milano Fiera
- Italiana Hotels Milan Rho Fair
- Hotel Esperia
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for trains to Milan and Turin
- Hall 2: access to metro and bus connections
- Metro: Line M1
- Bus: Several lines available
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