Trains from Bologna to Venice
The cheapest trains
from Bologna
to Venice
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 Venice will cost around $ 31 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $ 15.
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Bologna to Venice
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The fastest trains
from Bologna
to Venice
Fastest Journey
1 h 13 m
Average
1 h 38 m
Trains per day
47
Distance
131 km
Of the 47 train that leave Bologna for Venice every day 47 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct train cover the 131 km distance in an average of 1 h 38 m but if you time it right, some train will get you there in just 1 h 13 m .
The slowest train will take 2 h 15 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 Venice Train Information
| Avg. Train Duration: | 2 hours 47 minutes | |
| Train Ticket Price: | $13 | |
| Trains depart from: | Bologna | |
| Trains arrive in: | Venice | |
| Distance: | 131 km | |
| Train Companies: | Intercity, Italo, Regionale, Frecciabianca, Intercity Notte, Regionale Veloce |
Trains from Bologna to Venice
Trains in Italy are an efficient way to travel between cities, with a number of companies offering domestic and international train routes. Getting from Bologna to Venice by train is easy and convenient. A regular daily service is provided by both Trenitalia and Italo, who start their schedules as early as 3:18 a.m. There are plenty of departures during rush hour, and then hourly trains for the rest of the day, finishing with a 10:10 p.m. train. High-speed direct trains take just over an hour to make the journey, and services are just as frequent on weekends as during the week. All Bologna to Venice trains depart from Bologna Centrale train station and arrive at either Venice's Santa Lucia or Mestre train station.
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Bologna to Venice Train Cost
Average prices for trains from Bologna to Venice when you book in advance
Booking Period |
Average Price |
|---|---|
Same Day |
€29 |
1 Day in Advance |
€26 |
1 Week in Advance |
€20 |
2 Weeks in Advance |
€19 |
1 Month in Advance |
€18 |
3 Months in Advance |
€16 |
Bologna to Venice Trains: General Information
Travelers in Italy can offset some of the cost of Bologna to Venice train tickets by planning ahead and booking tickets as far in advance as possible.
All Bologna to Venice trains are run by Trenitalia and Italo.- All Trenitalia trains are direct, depart from Bologna Centrale train station and arrive at either Venice's Santa Lucia or Mestre train station.
- The Bologna to Venice train journey takes as little as 1 hour and 11 minutes to arrive in Venice.
- Most travelers book their Bologna to Venice train tickets approximately 1 day in advance of the travel date.
Based on Omio's travel data, as the table above clearly illustrates, ticket prices on Bologna to Venice trains decrease the further you book in advance:
- It is 10% cheaper to purchase Bologna to Venice train tickets a day ahead rather than purchasing a ticket at the station.
- It is 31% cheaper to purchase Bologna to Venice train tickets 1 week ahead of when you intend to travel.
- Bologna to Venice train costs are 38% cheaper when booked 1 month in advance as opposed to purchasing a train ticket the day of.
Taking the Train from Bologna
All trains from Bologna to Venice depart from Bologna's Centrale station. As it's name suggests, Centrale is at the heart of Bologna, and is one of Italy's busiest rail hubs. It is also a local bus terminus, and catching buses 30, 35, 39, 61 or 81 will be a good way to make your train. If you are arriving by plane, there is also an Aerobus service which runs from 5:00 a.m., and stops just outside the station. Give yourself 30 minutes if you are coming from the airport, and around 20 minutes from the city center.
Getting into Venice by Train
Venice is a magical city, conjuring up images of gondoliers paddling visitors along the stately canals, and artistic masterpieces around every corner. If you love history and art, there are few better places to visit, but the food and wine of Veneto are also first class. And Venice is also a modern cultural attraction, hosting its famous Biennale and Film Festival, which are great times to visit. Trains from Bologna to Venice arrive at Santa Lucia Station, which is close to the historic center. From there, you can walk into town, or catch Vaporetto water buses to the different islands that make up Venice. There are also private water taxis if you need a more comfortable ride.
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