Imola to Bologna train with Regionale

Wed, Nov 04
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Imola to Bologna

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Nov 04
Cheapest price on Nov 04
€5
Average ticket price on Nov 04
€5
Fastest journey on Nov 04
20 m
Average journey duration on Nov 04
21 m
Trains on Nov 04
59
Distance
34 km
Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Imola to Bologna is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Imola to Bologna will cost around €5 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €5.

Fast trains

On Wed, Nov 04, we found 59 trains from Imola to Bologna, including 59 direct services.

On Wed, Nov 04 the direct trains cover the 34 km distance in an average of 21 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 20 m .

On Wed, Nov 04 the slowest trains will take 21 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.

  • RegionaleRegionale TTPER 17544
    0 transfers
  • RegionaleRegionale TTPER 17452
    0 transfers
  • RegionaleRegionale Veloce TTPER 3912
    0 transfers
  • RegionaleRegionale TTPER 17510
    0 transfers
  • RegionaleRegionale TTPER 17516
    0 transfers

Journey information

Overview: Train from Imola to Bologna

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Trains from Imola to Bologna run on average 46 times per day, taking around 27m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €5 if you book in advance.

There are 46 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 21 miles (34 km) distance in 17m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
21 miles (34 km)
Average train duration
27m
Cheapest ticket price
€5
Trains per day
46
Direct trains
46
Fastest train
17m
First train
12:02 AM
Last train
11:55 PM
Cheapest Month
Nov
Cheapest Day
Wed
High Season
Jul - Sep
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Sun
Least Busy Day
Sat
Best time to book
2 days
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Frequently asked questions about your Imola to Bologna trip

Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Imola to Bologna.

Train ticket prices from Imola to Bologna can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at €5, while the average price is around €5.
The train from Imola to Bologna takes 17m and runs 46 per day.
The distance by train from Imola to Bologna is 21 miles (34 km).
The first train from Imola to Bologna leaves at 12:02 AM.
The last train from Imola to Bologna leaves at 11:55 PM.
Yes, there is a direct train from Imola to Bologna. This service operates 46 times per day, provided by Regionale.

Live departures

Imola to Bologna train times

The table below shows live departures for Imola to Bologna trains for today, Tuesday, November 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
RegionaleRegionale TTPER 175105:08 PM Imola station
0h32
5:40 PM Bologna Centrale0 transfersDirect
RegionaleRegionale TTPER 175565:34 PM Imola station
0h21
5:55 PM Bologna Centrale0 transfersDirect
RegionaleRegionale Veloce TTPER 39245:56 PM Imola station
0h30
6:26 PM Bologna Centrale0 transfersDirect
RegionaleRegionale TTPER 175586:34 PM Imola station
0h21
6:55 PM Bologna Centrale0 transfersDirect
RegionaleRegionale TTPER 175166:40 PM Imola station
0h42
7:22 PM Bologna Centrale0 transfersDirect
RegionaleRegionale Veloce TTPER 39267:00 PM Imola station
0h26
7:26 PM Bologna Centrale0 transfersDirect
RegionaleRegionale TTPER 175187:08 PM Imola station
0h34
7:42 PM Bologna Centrale0 transfersDirect
RegionaleRegionale TTPER 175607:34 PM Imola station
0h21
7:55 PM Bologna Centrale0 transfersDirect
RegionaleRegionale Veloce TTPER 39288:00 PM Imola station
0h26
8:26 PM Bologna Centrale0 transfersDirect
RegionaleRegionale TTPER 175208:08 PM Imola station
0h34
8:42 PM Bologna Centrale0 transfersDirect
RegionaleRegionale TTPER 174528:16 PM Imola station
0h32
8:48 PM Bologna Centrale0 transfersDirect
RegionaleRegionale TTPER 175628:34 PM Imola station
0h21
8:55 PM Bologna Centrale0 transfersDirect
RegionaleRegionale Veloce TTPER 39309:00 PM Imola station
0h26
9:26 PM Bologna Centrale0 transfersDirect
RegionaleRegionale TTPER 175249:08 PM Imola station
0h34
9:42 PM Bologna Centrale0 transfersDirect
RegionaleRegionale TTPER 175649:34 PM Imola station
0h21
9:55 PM Bologna Centrale0 transfersDirect
RegionaleRegionale TTPER 393410:00 PM Imola station
0h24
10:24 PM Bologna Centrale0 transfersDirect
RegionaleRegionale TTPER 1752610:08 PM Imola station
0h32
10:40 PM Bologna Centrale0 transfersDirect
RegionaleRegionale TTPER 400410:40 PM Imola station
0h20
11:00 PM Bologna Centrale0 transfersDirect
RegionaleRegionale Veloce 393211:00 PM Imola station
0h21
11:21 PM Bologna Centrale0 transfersDirect
Wednesday, November 4
RegionaleRegionale TTPER 174324:56 AM Imola station
0h26
5:22 AM Bologna Centrale0 transfersDirect
RegionaleRegionale TTPER 20705:55 AM Imola station
0h31
6:26 AM Bologna Centrale0 transfersDirect
RegionaleRegionale TTPER 174346:17 AM Imola station
0h30
6:47 AM Bologna Centrale0 transfersDirect
RegionaleRegionale TTPER 174806:37 AM Imola station
0h33
7:10 AM Bologna Centrale0 transfersDirect
RegionaleRegionale Veloce TTPER 39027:00 AM Imola station
0h26
7:26 AM Bologna Centrale0 transfersDirect
RegionaleRegionale TTPER 174387:09 AM Imola station
0h24
7:33 AM Bologna Centrale0 transfersDirect
RegionaleRegionale Veloce TTPER 24627:16 AM Imola station
0h22
7:38 AM Bologna Centrale0 transfersDirect
RegionaleRegionale TTPER 174427:27 AM Imola station
0h32
7:59 AM Bologna Centrale0 transfersDirect
RegionaleRegionale Veloce 39048:00 AM Imola station
0h26
8:26 AM Bologna Centrale0 transfersDirect
RegionaleRegionale TTPER 174448:09 AM Imola station
0h23
8:32 AM Bologna Centrale0 transfersDirect
RegionaleRegionale TTPER 174828:15 AM Imola station
0h33
8:48 AM Bologna Centrale0 transfersDirect
RegionaleRegionale TTPER 174488:37 AM Imola station
0h28
9:05 AM Bologna Centrale0 transfersDirect
RegionaleRegionale Veloce 39069:00 AM Imola station
0h26
9:26 AM Bologna Centrale0 transfersDirect
RegionaleRegionale TTPER 174849:08 AM Imola station
0h32
9:40 AM Bologna Centrale0 transfersDirect
RegionaleRegionale TTPER 175409:34 AM Imola station
0h21
9:55 AM Bologna Centrale0 transfersDirect
RegionaleRegionale TTPER 174869:38 AM Imola station
0h32
10:10 AM Bologna Centrale0 transfersDirect
RegionaleRegionale Veloce 390810:00 AM Imola station
0h26
10:26 AM Bologna Centrale0 transfersDirect
RegionaleRegionale TTPER 1748810:08 AM Imola station
0h34
10:42 AM Bologna Centrale0 transfersDirect
RegionaleRegionale TTPER 1754210:34 AM Imola station
0h21
10:55 AM Bologna Centrale0 transfersDirect
RegionaleRegionale Veloce TTPER 391011:00 AM Imola station
0h26
11:26 AM Bologna Centrale0 transfersDirect
RegionaleRegionale TTPER 1749011:08 AM Imola station
0h34
11:42 AM Bologna Centrale0 transfersDirect
RegionaleRegionale TTPER 1754411:34 AM Imola station
0h21
11:55 AM Bologna Centrale0 transfersDirect
RegionaleRegionale Veloce TTPER 391212:00 PM Imola station
0h26
12:26 PM Bologna Centrale0 transfersDirect
RegionaleRegionale TTPER 1749212:08 PM Imola station
0h34
12:42 PM Bologna Centrale0 transfersDirect
RegionaleRegionale TTPER 1754612:34 PM Imola station
0h21
12:55 PM Bologna Centrale0 transfersDirect
RegionaleRegionale Veloce TTPER 39141:00 PM Imola station
0h26
1:26 PM Bologna Centrale0 transfersDirect
RegionaleRegionale TTPER 174781:08 PM Imola station
0h32
1:40 PM Bologna Centrale0 transfersDirect
RegionaleRegionale TTPER 175481:34 PM Imola station
0h21
1:55 PM Bologna Centrale0 transfersDirect
RegionaleRegionale TTPER 174961:38 PM Imola station
0h32
2:10 PM Bologna Centrale0 transfersDirect
RegionaleRegionale Veloce TTPER 39162:00 PM Imola station
0h26
2:26 PM Bologna Centrale0 transfersDirect
RegionaleRegionale TTPER 174982:08 PM Imola station
0h32
2:40 PM Bologna Centrale0 transfersDirect
RegionaleRegionale TTPER 175502:34 PM Imola station
0h21
2:55 PM Bologna Centrale0 transfersDirect
RegionaleRegionale Veloce TTPER 39183:00 PM Imola station
0h26
3:26 PM Bologna Centrale0 transfersDirect
RegionaleRegionale TTPER 175003:08 PM Imola station
0h34
3:42 PM Bologna Centrale0 transfersDirect
RegionaleRegionale TTPER 175523:34 PM Imola station
0h21
3:55 PM Bologna Centrale0 transfersDirect
RegionaleRegionale TTPER 175023:38 PM Imola station
0h32
4:10 PM Bologna Centrale0 transfersDirect
RegionaleRegionale Veloce TTPER 39204:00 PM Imola station
0h26
4:26 PM Bologna Centrale0 transfersDirect
RegionaleRegionale TTPER 175064:08 PM Imola station
0h34
4:42 PM Bologna Centrale0 transfersDirect
RegionaleRegionale TTPER 175544:34 PM Imola station
0h21
4:55 PM Bologna Centrale0 transfersDirect
RegionaleRegionale Veloce TTPER 39225:00 PM Imola station
0h26
5:26 PM Bologna Centrale0 transfersDirect

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Regionale

About
Regionale is the regional train service of national carrier Trenitalia connecting all of Italy. It is the most convinient way to travel to both big cities and the smallest villages all over the Italian country. The regional trains have different names depending on the region they serve, such as Treno Regionale Veloce (TRV) and Treno Regionale Lento (TRL). Treno Rock and Treno pop are the two new trains part of Trenitalia regionale fleet. Trenitalia Regionale offers a variety of ticket types, including single tickets (economy and standard), return tickets, and season tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, air conditioning, and power sockets. The most popular routes for Regionale are between Rome and Milan, Naples and Florence, and Turin and Venice.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Regionale Duration
17m
Cheapest Regionale Price
€5
Regionale frequency
46 a day
Luggage included
Free hand luggage allowance included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas between seats
Cancellation Policy
According to ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund provided
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Bar service available on some trains with snacks and beverages
Seat reservation
Seat reservation included in ticket price for most services
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and assistance available for passengers with reduced mobility
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Larger dogs require paid ticket and muzzle
Quiet zone

Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Imola and Bologna

Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.

There is no high speed train available from Imola to Bologna.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Imola to Bologna.
Items not allowed on trains typically include hazardous materials such as explosives, flammable liquids, corrosive substances, and illegal drugs. Additionally, large or bulky items that may obstruct aisles or emergency exits, as well as pets without proper carriers, may be restricted. Specific prohibited items can vary by train operator and region, so please check the rules for your particular journey.
Yes, rail passes such as the Eurail Italy Pass and Interrail Italy Pass are valid on most trains operated by Trenitalia and Italo within Italy, including regional, intercity, and high-speed trains, though some restrictions and seat reservation fees may apply.

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Things to do in Bologna

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  • Must visit

Pinacoteca Nazionale di Bologna

Leading city museum with major Italian paintings from the Middle Ages to modern times, essential for understanding Bologna's art history.

  • Recommended

Museo Civico Archeologico

Archaeological museum with rich Egyptian, Etruscan, Greek, and Roman collections in a central historic palace.

  • Recommended

Museo Civico Medievale

Museum of Bologna's urban history using objects, rooms, and multimedia to trace the city from antiquity to today.

Euro (€)

Moderate for Italy: stays and dining are cheaper than Rome or Milan, while transit is affordable and tourist-center prices stay manageable.

Average meal costs

Budget
€8-12 for fast food or street food.
Mid-range
€20-35 per person for a meal.
Fine dining
€60+ per person for upscale restaurants.
Coffee
€1.50-3 for coffee or cappuccino.

Tipping culture

Tipping is optional. Service may be included. Round up or leave €1-2 at cafes, 5-10% in restaurants for great service, and round up taxi fares.

Plan your visit to Bologna

Get destination-focused answers for the end of your trip, including what to do, when to go, practical entry details, and tips for making the most of your time in Bologna.

The train journey from Imola to Bologna offers a glimpse of the Italian countryside with rolling hills and vineyards, though it is primarily a short and functional route rather than a particularly scenic one.
Popular day trips by train from Bologna include Florence, Venice, Rimini, Verona, Ravenna.
Italy uses the euro (EUR) as its currency. Travelers generally find it convenient to use cards for most payments, especially in cities and larger establishments, but carrying some cash is advisable for small shops, markets, and rural areas where card acceptance may be limited.
In Bologna, travelers should be cautious of pickpocketing, especially in crowded areas like train stations and popular tourist spots. Scams involving fake charity collectors or unofficial taxi drivers offering overpriced rides can also occur. It's advisable to use licensed taxis and keep personal belongings secure to avoid common safety issues.
Pack lightweight, versatile clothing suitable for the destination's climate, and use secure, lockable luggage to protect belongings. Keep essential items like travel documents, medication, and valuables in a carry-on bag for easy access. Use packing organizers or cubes to maximize space and maintain order. Lastly, include a small first aid kit and personal hygiene items for added comfort during travel.

FAQs: Trains from Imola to Bologna

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Imola to Bologna 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Yes, you can take the train from Imola to Bologna.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Imola to Bologna

Most Imola to Bologna trains use the Imola to Bologna Centrale station pair, with some services arriving at Bologna, Aeroporto. Use this guide to compare Imola and Bologna train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Imola
Arrival train stations in Bologna

Which Imola station do trains to Bologna leave from?

Trains from Imola to Bologna leave from Imola. The station is 0 miles (1 km) from Imola city centre at Piazzale Marabini, 40026 Imola BO, Italy.
ImolaPiazzale Marabini, 40026 Imola BO, Italy+39 0542 22111WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts
City-centre transport

Getting to Imola from Imola city centre

Bus104, 150, 151, 152, 154, 157, 4 · 9m · €1 · every ~3 min

Imola train station facilities and services

Imola has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.

Food and drink

Food options include: Ristorante San Domenico, Osteria del Teatro

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free. ATMs are available in the train station.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Imola. Information desks are located in the main hall.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is available at Imola. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Imola: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Imola: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Imola: Ramps, restrooms.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Hotel Donatello Imola, Hotel Olimpia, Euro Hotel.

Train stations for Imola to Bologna

Check train stations information for Imola and Bologna, including where trains depart and arrive on this route.

The train station in Imola that goes to Bologna is Imola, which connects to Bologna Centrale.

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