Trains from Bologna to Rome
The cheapest trains
from Bologna
to Rome
Cheapest
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The best way to find a cheap fare is to book your ticket as far in advance as you can and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bologna to Rome will cost around $ 74 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $ 37.
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Bologna to Rome
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The fastest trains
from Bologna
to Rome
Fastest Journey
2 h 2 m
Average
2 h 49 m
Trains per day
116
Distance
304 km
Of the 116 train that leave Bologna for Rome every day 105 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct train cover the 304 km distance in an average of 2 h 49 m but if you time it right, some train will get you there in just 2 h 2 m .
The slowest train will take 9 h 5 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.
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Journey Summary
Bologna to Rome Train Information
| Avg. Train Duration: | 4 hours 50 minutes | |
| Train Ticket Price: | $22 | |
| Trains depart from: | Bologna | |
| Trains arrive in: | Rome | |
| Distance: | 304 km | |
| Train Companies: | Intercity, Italo, Intercity Notte, Regionale Veloce |
Trains from Bologna to Rome
Trains in Italy are an effective way to travel between cities, with train companies offering domestic and international routes. Trains from Bologna to Rome are operated by both Trenitalia and Italo, who make the journey over 110 times every day. The first train departs Bologna at 3:45 a.m. while the last leaves at 11:52 p.m. Most Bologna to Rome trains are direct; however, occasional journeys require a transfer in either Ferrara, Ancona, or Parma. Italo and Trenitalia Frecciarossa and Frecciargento trains travel from Bologna to Rome in approximately 2 hours, while regional trains can take significantly longer to arrive in Rome. All trains depart from Bologna's Centrale train station and arrive at either Rome's Termini, Tiburtina, or Ostiense train station.
Bologna to Rome Train Cost
Average prices for trains from Bologna to Rome when you book in advance
Booking Period |
Average Price |
|---|---|
Same Day |
€59 |
1 Day in Advance |
€54 |
1 Week in Advance |
€32 |
2 Weeks in Advance |
€29 |
1 Month in Advance |
€26 |
3 Months in Advance |
€23 |
Bologna to Rome Trains: General Information
Taking the train is the most popular way to travel in Italy from Bologna to Rome, with high-speed Frecciarossa trains making the journey in under 2 hours.
Bologna to Rome trains are run by either Trenitalia and Italo.- Most Bologna to Rome trains are direct; however, occasional trains require a transfer in Ferrara, Ancona, or Parma. All trains depart from Bologna Centrale train station and arrive at either Roma Termini, Tiburtina, or Ostiense train station.
- The Bologna to Rome train journey takes as little as 1 hour and 53 minutes to arrive in Rome.
- Most travelers book their Bologna to Rome train tickets 1 day in advance of the travel date.
Based on Omio's travel data, as the table above clearly illustrates, ticket prices for Bologna to Rome trains decrease the further they are booked in advance:
- It is 8% cheaper to book a Bologna to Rome train a day ahead of time rather than purchasing a ticket at the station.
- It is 46% cheaper to book a Bologna to Rome train ticket 1 week in advanced as opposed to the day you intend to travel.
- Bologna to Rome train costs are 56% cheaper when booked 1 month in advance as opposed to purchasing a train ticket the day of.
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