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Museo Civico Archeologico Petrone
Civic archaeological museum presenting finds from the Gargano area. It offers compact insight into local history from prehistory to later eras.
Cheapest price
€49
Average price
€76
Fastest journey
7 h 45 m
Average duration
8 h 33 m
Trains per day
14
Distance
488 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bologna to Vieste is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bologna to Vieste will cost around €76 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €49.
It's difficult to get from Bologna to Vieste without transferring at least once.
InterCityNotte 757+
221
InterCityNotte 755+
221
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3907 · Regionale 4213 · Regionale 19777+
213
InterCityNotte 757+
VIESTE LINK V1A
Intercity 603+
VIESTE LINK V8A
FRECCIAROSSA 8807+
VIESTE LINK V9A
FRECCIAROSSA 8801+
VIESTE LINK V8A
FRECCIAROSSA 8807+
213
Intercity 603+
VIESTE LINK V8A
InterCityNotte 757+
VIESTE LINK V1AOmio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Bologna to Vieste among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €40. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 6h 38m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €40, and a train costs an average of €51.
Distance: 303 miles (488 km)
| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€66 Average price | €55 Average price Cheapest | €136 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 8m Average total duration Fastest 6h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 45m Average total duration 8h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 35m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Bologna to Vieste:
A bus is €11 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bologna to Vieste costing on average €66.
Other travel options to Vieste take longer:
Bus takes on average 8h 15m.
Tickets start at around €66 compared to roughly €136 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €70. The journey takes 6h 38m versus 6h 35m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Bologna to Vieste trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, August 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
InterCityNotte 755+ 221 | 12:10 AM Bologna Centrale | 16h20 | 4:30 PM Vieste, Viale Lungomare Europa (Terminal Bus) | 1 transfer | |
InterCityNotte 757+ VIESTE LINK V1A | 12:27 AM Bologna Centrale | 9h03 | 9:30 AM Vieste | 1 transfer | |
InterCityNotte 757+ 221 | 12:27 AM Bologna Centrale | 16h03 | 4:30 PM Vieste, Viale Lungomare Europa (Terminal Bus) | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 603+ 213 | 8:00 AM Bologna Centrale | 13h25 | 9:25 PM Vieste, Viale Lungomare Europa (Terminal Bus) | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 603+ VIESTE LINK V8A | 8:00 AM Bologna Centrale | 9h00 | 5:00 PM Vieste | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3907 · Regionale 4213 · Regionale 19777+ 213 | 8:34 AM Bologna Centrale | 12h51 | 9:25 PM Vieste, Viale Lungomare Europa (Terminal Bus) | 3 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8801+ 213 | 8:45 AM Bologna Centrale | 12h40 | 9:25 PM Vieste, Viale Lungomare Europa (Terminal Bus) | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8801+ VIESTE LINK V8A | 8:45 AM Bologna Centrale | 8h15 | 5:00 PM Vieste | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8803+ 213 | 9:45 AM Bologna Centrale | 11h40 | 9:25 PM Vieste, Viale Lungomare Europa (Terminal Bus) | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 605+ 213 | 10:00 AM Bologna Centrale | 11h25 | 9:25 PM Vieste, Viale Lungomare Europa (Terminal Bus) | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 605+ VIESTE LINK V9A | 10:00 AM Bologna Centrale | 10h30 | 8:30 PM Vieste | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 607+ 213 | 12:00 PM Bologna Centrale | 9h25 | 9:25 PM Vieste, Viale Lungomare Europa (Terminal Bus) | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8807+ 213 | 12:45 PM Bologna Centrale | 8h40 | 9:25 PM Vieste, Viale Lungomare Europa (Terminal Bus) | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8807+ VIESTE LINK V9A | 12:45 PM Bologna Centrale | 7h45 | 8:30 PM Vieste | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Bologna to Vieste run on average 5 times per day, taking around 6h 38m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €51 but you can travel from only €40 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 21:18. The fastest train covers the 303 miles (488 km) distance in 6h 41m.
Distance 303 miles (488 km) |
Average train duration 6h 38m |
Cheapest ticket price €51 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 6h 41m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 9:18 PM |
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Best time to book 5 days |
Discover the best of Vieste — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Vieste trip today.
Civic archaeological museum presenting finds from the Gargano area. It offers compact insight into local history from prehistory to later eras.
Collection centered on shells and marine specimens, popular with families and curious visitors seeking a lighter museum visit near the coast.
Small ethnographic museum focused on fishing traditions, tools, and daily life. A useful stop for understanding Vieste’s maritime culture.
Long sandy beach backed by town views and the famous monolith. It is Vieste’s signature coastal walk and a top sunrise or sunset spot.
The white limestone monolith on the beach is Vieste’s iconic natural landmark, strongly tied to local legend and unforgettable sea views.
Historic old town of tight lanes, stairways, arches, and sea panoramas. Essential for atmosphere, photos, and discovering Vieste’s character.
A crisp baked pizza bread filled with tomato, mozzarella, onion, anchovies, capers and olives. A Gargano specialty sold in bakeries and eaten as a local snack.
Tiny handmade pasta with turnip greens, garlic and olive oil, sometimes with anchovy. It is a classic Apulian dish found in homes and trattorias.
Fresh sea urchin roe eaten raw with bread or pasta. Prized on the Gargano coast for its intense iodine-rich flavor and close link to local fishing traditions.
Refined seafood restaurant known for modern Apulian cooking, tasting menus and an elegant setting near the old town.
Popular traditional restaurant serving Gargano seafood and pasta in a welcoming, classic atmosphere close to the center.
Casual venue appreciated for fresh fish, local antipasti and unfussy coastal dining with a relaxed Vieste feel.
Moderate for coastal Italy: summer stays rise, but casual dining and local transport stay fairly reasonable versus Amalfi or Cinque Terre.
Service is often included or modest. Round up at cafes, leave 5-10% at restaurants for great service, and round up taxi fares.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bologna to Vieste 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 Vieste, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Bologna to Vieste trains use the Bologna Centrale to Vieste station pair. Use this guide to compare Bologna and Vieste train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Bologna Centrale is 1 km from Bologna city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options include: Burger King, A Cafè, VyTA Boulangerie, Venchi, Scambio, Juice Bar, KFC, Dispensa Emilia, Lavazza, Mokà, & more
Free Wi-Fi. . ATMs are aTM is located in the main hall.
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 storage is luggage facility, open daily from 07:00 to 22:00, is located in front of binario 7 Ovest (Track 7 West).
Available at Bologna Centrale: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bologna Centrale: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
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.
Nearby hotels include Starhotels Excelsior, Millenn Hotel Bologna, UNA Hotels.
Bologna San Ruffillo is 4 km from Bologna city centre. Public transport options include:
Bologna San Ruffillo has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Bologna San Ruffillo.
Available at Bologna San Ruffillo: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bologna San Ruffillo: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bologna San Ruffillo: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include San Ruffillo House, Hotel Il Guercino, Hotel Porta San Mamolo.
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