The cheapest and fastest trains from Bologna to Villa San Giovanni
Cheapest price
$125
Average price
$184
Fastest journey
7 h 13 m
Average duration
7 h 41 m
Trains per day
16
Distance
783 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bologna to Villa San Giovanni is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bologna to Villa San Giovanni will cost around $184 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $125.
Of the 16 trains that leave Bologna for Villa San Giovanni on Fri, Jun 19, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jun 19 the direct trains cover the 783 km distance in an average of 7 h 41 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 7 h 13 m .
On Fri, Jun 19 the slowest trains will take 7 h 57 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.
InterCityNotte 770+
Intercity 7231:33 AM12h37Bologna Centrale2:10 PMVilla San Giovanni station$1251One-way1 transfer
InterCityNotte 196310:00 PM13h20Bologna Centrale11:20 AMVilla San Giovanni station$1331One-way0 transfers
Intercity 583 · Intercity 5558:54 AM13h09Bologna Centrale10:03 PMVilla San Giovanni station$1371One-way1 transfer
FRECCIAROSSA 957310:37 PM11h38Bologna Centrale10:15 AMVilla San Giovanni station$1531One-way0 transfers
FRECCIAROSSA 96393:37 PM7h13Bologna Centrale10:50 PMVilla San Giovanni station$1591One-way0 transfers
FRECCIAROSSA 96393:37 PM7h13Bologna Centrale10:50 PMVilla San Giovanni station$1591One-way0 transfers
FRECCIAROSSA 9631 · FRECCIAROSSA 84192:07 PM7h33Bologna Centrale9:40 PMVilla San Giovanni station$4171One-way1 transfer
FRECCIAROSSA 9601 · FRECCIAROSSA 88636:37 AM7h49Bologna Centrale2:26 PMVilla San Giovanni station$1981One-way1 transfer
FRECCIAROSSA 8519+
Intercity 5613:47 PM7h52Bologna Centrale11:39 PMVilla San Giovanni station$2241One-way1 transfer
81433:57 PM7h57Bologna Centrale11:54 PMVilla San Giovanni station$1821One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Bologna to Villa San Giovanni
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bologna to Villa San Giovanni among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $33. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 9h 36m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $33, and a train costs an average of $52.
Distance: 486 miles (783 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$114 Average price | $52 Average price Cheapest | $94 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
10h 6m Average total duration Fastest 9h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 14h 19m Average total duration 13h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 4m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Bologna to Villa San Giovanni:
A bus is $62 (€51) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bologna to Villa San Giovanni costing on average $114 (€93).
Other travel options to Villa San Giovanni take longer:
Train takes on average 9h 36m.
Bus takes on average 13h 49m.
You'll arrive about 28m sooner (9h 36m by train vs 10h 4m by car). Tickets start at around $114 (€93) compared to roughly $94 (€77) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Frecciarossa, Italo.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Bologna to Villa San Giovanni train times
The table below shows live departures for Bologna to Villa San Giovanni trains for today, Thursday, June 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FRECCIAROSSA 9437+ InterCityNotte 1959 | 9:02 PM Bologna Centrale | 10h05 | 7:07 AM Villa San Giovanni station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9573 | 10:37 PM Bologna Centrale | 9h25 | 8:02 AM Villa San Giovanni station | 0 transfersDirect | |
InterCityNotte 1963 | 11:05 PM Bologna Centrale | 11h35 | 10:40 AM Villa San Giovanni station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, June 19 | |||||
InterCityNotte 770+ Intercity 723 | 1:33 AM Bologna Centrale | 12h37 | 2:10 PM Villa San Giovanni station | 1 transfer | |
InterCityNotte 770+ FRECCIAROSSA 8333 | 1:33 AM Bologna Centrale | 11h09 | 12:42 PM Villa San Giovanni station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9601 · FRECCIAROSSA 8863 | 6:37 AM Bologna Centrale | 7h49 | 2:26 PM Villa San Giovanni station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9603+ Intercity 551+ Regionale 5640 | 7:07 AM Bologna Centrale | 10h36 | 5:43 PM Villa San Giovanni station | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 583 · Intercity 555 | 8:54 AM Bologna Centrale | 13h09 | 10:03 PM Villa San Giovanni station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9613+ Intercity 727 | 9:37 AM Bologna Centrale | 8h28 | 6:05 PM Villa San Giovanni station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9587 | 12:27 PM Bologna Centrale | 8h40 | 9:07 PM Villa San Giovanni station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9625 · FRECCIAROSSA 9587 | 12:37 PM Bologna Centrale | 8h30 | 9:07 PM Villa San Giovanni station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9631 · FRECCIAROSSA 8419 | 2:07 PM Bologna Centrale | 7h33 | 9:40 PM Villa San Giovanni station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9639 | 3:37 PM Bologna Centrale | 7h13 | 10:50 PM Villa San Giovanni station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8519+ Intercity 561 | 3:47 PM Bologna Centrale | 7h52 | 11:39 PM Villa San Giovanni station | 1 transfer | |
8143 | 3:57 PM Bologna Centrale | 7h57 | 11:54 PM Villa San Giovanni station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 594+ InterCityNotte 1959 | 5:25 PM Bologna Centrale | 13h42 | 7:07 AM Villa San Giovanni station | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bologna to Villa San Giovanni
Trains from Bologna to Villa San Giovanni run on average 17 times per day, taking around 9h 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $52 (€43) but you can travel from only $33 (€27) by bus.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 486 miles (783 km) distance in 7h 56m.
Distance 486 miles (783 km) |
Average train duration 9h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price $52 (€43) |
Trains per day 17 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 7h 56m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 84 days |
Train companies: Frecciarossa, Italo, Intercity, Intercity Notte, Frecciargento from Bologna to Villa San Giovanni trainsFrecciarossa, Italo, Intercity, Intercity Notte, Frecciargento trains will get you between Bologna and Villa San Giovanni from $33 (€27). 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 Villa San Giovanni
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bologna to Villa San Giovanni 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 Villa San Giovanni, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Bologna to Villa San Giovanni
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00
- Free Wi-Fi.
- Luggage facility, open daily from 07:00 to 22:00, is located in front of binario 7 Ovest (Track 7 West)
- Burger King
- A Cafè
- VyTA Boulangerie
- Venchi
- Scambio
- Juice Bar
- KFC
- Dispensa Emilia
- Lavazza
- Mokà
- & more
- 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
- Starhotels Excelsior
- Millenn Hotel Bologna
- UNA Hotels
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00
- Customer service center is on the ground floor and open every day from 06:30 to 23:00
- Bus lines: 21, 25, 30, 36, 61, 62, 77, BLQ
- Monorail lines: Marconi Express
- Train lines: FR, FA, FB, IC, ICN, R, Italo, ÖBB EC, EN
- Elevators, ramps
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from Via Stazione
- Ristorante Pizzeria La Mediterranea
- Trattoria da Peppe
- Outside the main entrance
- Ramps, restrooms
- €1
- Hotel Plaza
- Grand Hotel De La Ville
- Hotel La Conca
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and platforms
- Hall 2: waiting area and shops
- Bus: Several lines available
- Ferry: Connections to Sicily
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