The cheapest and fastest trains from Formia to Bologna Centrale
Cheapest price
$50
Average price
$50
Fastest journey
9 h 6 m
Average duration
9 h 6 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
406 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Formia to Bologna Centrale is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Formia to Bologna Centrale will cost around $50 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $50.
Of the 2 trains that leave Formia for Bologna Centrale on Mon, Aug 24, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Aug 24 the direct trains cover the 406 km distance in an average of 9 h 6 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 9 h 6 m .
On Mon, Aug 24 the slowest trains will take 9 h 6 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.
1:44 PM9h06Formia10:50 PMBologna Centrale$501One-way0 transfers
12:44 PM9h06Formia9:50 PMBologna Centrale$501One-way0 transfers
1:44 PM9h06Formia10:50 PMBologna Centrale$501One-way0 transfers
12:44 PM9h06Formia9:50 PMBologna Centrale$501One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and flight for Formia to Bologna Centrale
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Formia to Bologna Centrale among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $50. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 3m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $50, and a flight costs an average of $87.
Distance: 252 miles (406 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$50 Average price Cheapest | $99 Average price | $105 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 9m Average total duration 4h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 3m Average total duration Fastest 1h 3m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 21m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Formia to Bologna Centrale:
A train is $49 (€39) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Formia to Bologna Centrale costing on average $99 (€79).
Other travel options to Bologna Centrale take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 39m.
The journey is about 42m faster (4h 39m by train vs 5h 21m by car) and roughly $56 (€45) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($50 (€40) vs $105 (€85)). 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.
Direct services run with Intercity.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Formia to Bologna Centrale train times
The table below shows live departures for Formia to Bologna Centrale trains for today, Sunday, August 23. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 3:19 PM Formia | 6h11 | 9:30 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:22 PM Formia | 3h41 | 9:03 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 7:22 PM Formia | 3h41 | 11:03 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| Monday, August 24 | |||||
![]() | 12:44 PM Formia | 9h06 | 9:50 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:44 PM Formia | 9h06 | 10:50 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Formia to Bologna Centrale
Trains from Formia to Bologna Centrale run on average 28 times per day, taking around 4h 39m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $50 (€40) if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 12:44, the last at 12:48. The fastest train covers the 252 miles (406 km) distance in 9h 2m.
Distance 252 miles (406 km) |
Average train duration 4h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price $50 (€40) |
Trains per day 28 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 9h 2m |
First train 12:44 PM |
Last train 12:48 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Train companies: Italo, Intercity, Frecciarossa, Regionale from Formia to Bologna Centrale trainsItalo, Intercity, Frecciarossa, Regionale trains will get you between Formia and Bologna Centrale from $50 (€40). 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 Formia to Bologna Centrale
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Formia to Bologna Centrale 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 Bologna Centrale, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Formia to Bologna Centrale
Most Formia to Bologna Centrale trains use the Formia-Gaeta to Bologna Centrale station pair. Use this guide to compare Formia and Bologna Centrale train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Formia-Gaeta from Formia city centre
Formia-Gaeta train station facilities and services
Formia-Gaeta has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Ristorante La Ciociara, Trattoria La Lanterna
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Formia-Gaeta. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Formia-Gaeta. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Formia-Gaeta: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Formia-Gaeta: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Formia-Gaeta: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Castello Miramare, Grande Albergo Miramare, Hotel Bajamar.
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.
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