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Compare train, bus, and flight for Bologna to Vatican
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bologna to Vatican among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $12. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 1m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $12, and a flight costs an average of $70.
Distance: 187 miles (302 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
$41 Average price | $18 Average price Cheapest | $109 Average price |
4h 19m Average total duration 3h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 20m Average total duration 4h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 1m Average total duration Fastest 1h 1m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Bologna to Vatican:
A bus is $23 (€19) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bologna to Vatican costing on average $41 (€34).
A bus is $91 (€76) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bologna to Vatican costing on average $109 (€90).
Other travel options to Vatican take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 49m.
Bus takes on average 4h 50m.
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Italo, but also compare tickets for the likes of Intercity Notte or Frecciarossa to find the best option for your trip from Bologna to Vatican.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bologna to Vatican
Italy
Vatican City State
Trains from Bologna to Vatican run on average 140 times per day, taking around 3h 49m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $22 (€19) but you can travel from only $12 (€10) by bus.
There are 35 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:39. The fastest train covers the 187 miles (302 km) distance in 5h 55m.
Distance 187 miles (302 km) |
Average train duration 3h 49m |
Cheapest ticket price $22 (€19) |
Trains per day 140 |
Direct trains 35 |
Fastest train 5h 55m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:39 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Best time to book 70 days |
Train companies: Italo, Intercity Notte, Frecciarossa from Bologna to Vatican trainsItalo, Intercity Notte, Frecciarossa trains will get you between Bologna and Vatican from $12 (€10). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Intercity Notte
Frecciarossa
FAQs: Trains from Bologna to Vatican
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bologna to Vatican 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 Vatican, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Bologna to Vatican
Most Bologna to Vatican trains use the Bologna Centrale to Roma San Pietro station pair. Use this guide to compare Bologna and Vatican train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Bologna station do trains to Vatican leave from?
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 S. Vitale from Bologna city centre
Bologna S. Vitale is 2 km from Bologna city centre. Public transport options include:
Bologna S. Vitale train station facilities and services
Bologna S. Vitale has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Bologna S. Vitale.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Bologna S. Vitale.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bologna S. Vitale: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bologna S. Vitale: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bologna S. Vitale: Elevators, ramps.
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.
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