The cheapest and fastest trains from Bologna to Rome Ostiense
Cheapest price on Sep 20
€24
Average ticket price on Sep 20
€35
Fastest journey on Sep 20
4 h 48 m
Average journey duration on Sep 20
5 h 19 m
Trains on Sep 20
2
Distance
306 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bologna to Rome Ostiense is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bologna to Rome Ostiense will cost around €35 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €24.
On Sun, Sep 20, we found 2 trains from Bologna to Rome Ostiense, including 2 direct services.
On Sun, Sep 20 the direct trains cover the 306 km distance in an average of 5 h 19 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 48 m .
On Sun, Sep 20 the slowest trains will take 5 h 50 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.
2:21 PM4h48Bologna7:09 PMRome Ostiense€241One-way0 transfers
6:59 AM5h50Bologna12:49 PMRome Ostiense€451One-way0 transfers
2:21 PM4h48Bologna7:09 PMRome Ostiense€241One-way0 transfers
6:59 AM5h50Bologna12:49 PMRome Ostiense€451One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Bologna to Rome Ostiense
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bologna to Rome Ostiense among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €20 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 33m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €20, while a flight costs an average of €407.
Distance: 190 miles (306 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
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€28 Average price | €407 Average price | €20 Average price Cheapest | €63 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 33m Average total duration Fastest 3h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 28m Average total duration 2h 28m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 5h 38m Average total duration 5h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 26m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Bologna to Rome Ostiense:
A bus is €9 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bologna to Rome Ostiense costing on average €28.
A bus is €388 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bologna to Rome Ostiense costing on average €407.
Other travel options to Rome Ostiense take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 3m.
Bus takes on average 5h 8m.
The journey is about 1h 23m faster (3h 3m by train vs 4h 26m by car) and roughly €35 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (€28 vs €63). 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.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Bologna to Rome Ostiense train times
The table below shows live departures for Bologna to Rome Ostiense trains for today, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FRECCIAROSSA 9511+ Regionale Veloce 4128 | 7:27 AM Bologna Centrale | 2h55 | 10:22 AM Rome Ostiense | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3902 · Regionale TRENORD 10501 · Regionale Veloce 4133 | 7:33 AM Bologna Centrale | 10h01 | 5:34 PM Rome Ostiense | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9607+ Regionale 12512 | 8:07 AM Bologna Centrale | 2h30 | 10:37 AM Rome Ostiense | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 583 | 8:54 AM Bologna Centrale | 4h55 | 1:49 PM Rome Ostiense | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9611+ Regionale 12560 | 9:07 AM Bologna Centrale | 2h46 | 11:53 AM Rome Ostiense | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9613+ Regionale Veloce 4132 | 9:37 AM Bologna Centrale | 2h46 | 12:23 PM Rome Ostiense | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 1589 | 9:37 AM Bologna Centrale | 5h35 | 3:12 PM Rome Ostiense | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9409+ Regionale 12522 | 10:02 AM Bologna Centrale | 2h50 | 12:52 PM Rome Ostiense | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9583+ Regionale 4500 | 10:27 AM Bologna Centrale | 2h56 | 1:23 PM Rome Ostiense | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8503+ Regionale 12524 | 10:47 AM Bologna Centrale | 3h05 | 1:52 PM Rome Ostiense | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9527+ Regionale Veloce 4134 | 11:27 AM Bologna Centrale | 2h55 | 2:22 PM Rome Ostiense | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 17825 · Regionale 18494 · Regionale Veloce 4137 | 12:05 PM Bologna Centrale | 9h29 | 9:34 PM Rome Ostiense | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9623+ Regionale 34460 | 12:07 PM Bologna Centrale | 2h45 | 2:52 PM Rome Ostiense | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3917+ Intercity 541+ Regionale 12550 | 12:34 PM Bologna Centrale | 8h18 | 8:52 PM Rome Ostiense | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9627+ Regionale 12530 | 1:07 PM Bologna Centrale | 2h45 | 3:52 PM Rome Ostiense | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9535+ Regionale Veloce 4136 | 1:27 PM Bologna Centrale | 2h55 | 4:22 PM Rome Ostiense | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8419+ Regionale 12534 | 2:02 PM Bologna Centrale | 3h05 | 5:07 PM Rome Ostiense | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9539+ Regionale 4502 | 2:27 PM Bologna Centrale | 2h56 | 5:23 PM Rome Ostiense | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9421+ Regionale 12540 | 3:02 PM Bologna Centrale | 2h50 | 5:52 PM Rome Ostiense | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9639+ Regionale Veloce 4138 | 3:37 PM Bologna Centrale | 2h45 | 6:22 PM Rome Ostiense | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9641+ Regionale 12666 | 4:07 PM Bologna Centrale | 2h45 | 6:52 PM Rome Ostiense | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 597 | 4:21 PM Bologna Centrale | 4h59 | 9:20 PM Rome Ostiense | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9547+ Regionale 4504 | 4:27 PM Bologna Centrale | 2h56 | 7:23 PM Rome Ostiense | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9645+ Regionale 12546 | 5:07 PM Bologna Centrale | 2h46 | 7:53 PM Rome Ostiense | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9647+ Regionale Veloce 4140 | 5:37 PM Bologna Centrale | 2h45 | 8:22 PM Rome Ostiense | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9649+ Regionale 12550 | 6:07 PM Bologna Centrale | 2h45 | 8:52 PM Rome Ostiense | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9555+ Regionale 4506 | 6:27 PM Bologna Centrale | 2h55 | 9:22 PM Rome Ostiense | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9657+ Regionale 12668 | 7:37 PM Bologna Centrale | 2h45 | 10:22 PM Rome Ostiense | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9563+ Regionale 34546 | 8:27 PM Bologna Centrale | 3h10 | 11:37 PM Rome Ostiense | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 17851 · Regionale 18339+ InterCityNotte 799 | 8:35 PM Bologna Centrale | 9h08 | 5:43 AM Rome Ostiense | 2 transfers | |
Regionale TTPER 3934+ InterCityNotte 797 | 10:33 PM Bologna Centrale | 7h46 | 6:19 AM Rome Ostiense | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bologna to Rome Ostiense
Trains from Bologna to Rome Ostiense run on average 54 times per day, taking around 3h 3m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €1 if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:27, the last at 21:57. The fastest train covers the 190 miles (306 km) distance in 2h 13m.
Distance 190 miles (306 km) |
Average train duration 3h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price €1 |
Trains per day 54 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 2h 13m |
First train 6:27 AM |
Last train 9:57 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
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High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Train companies: Italo, Frecciarossa, Intercity, Regionale, Intercity Notte from Bologna to Rome Ostiense trainsItalo, Frecciarossa, Intercity, Regionale, Intercity Notte trains will get you between Bologna and Rome Ostiense from €1. 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 Rome Ostiense
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bologna to Rome Ostiense 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 Rome Ostiense, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Bologna to Rome Ostiense
Most Bologna to Rome Ostiense trains use the Bologna Centrale to Roma Termini station pair. Use this guide to compare Bologna and Rome Ostiense 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 San Ruffillo from Bologna city centre
Bologna San Ruffillo is 4 km from Bologna city centre. Public transport options include:
Bologna San Ruffillo train station facilities and services
Bologna San Ruffillo has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Bologna San Ruffillo.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bologna San Ruffillo: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bologna San Ruffillo: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bologna San Ruffillo: Ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include San Ruffillo House, Hotel Il Guercino, Hotel Porta San Mamolo.
Getting to Bologna, Aeroporto from Bologna city centre
Bologna, Aeroporto is 5 km from Bologna city centre. Public transport options include:
Bologna, Aeroporto train station facilities and services
Bologna, Aeroporto has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Multiple options on site
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free wifi throughout the station. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bologna, Aeroporto.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bologna, Aeroporto: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bologna, Aeroporto: Fully accessible for disabled individuals.
Getting to Roma Ostiense from Rome city centre
Roma Ostiense is 2 km from Rome city centre. Public transport options include:
Roma Ostiense train station facilities and services
Roma Ostiense 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 and drink
Food options include: Ramen Bar Akira, Eataly Roma
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Roma Ostiense. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Roma Ostiense. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Roma Ostiense: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Roma Ostiense: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Roma Ostiense: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Abitart, Hotel San Anselmo, Hotel Villa San Pio.
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