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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.
Cheapest price on Sep 18
€90
Average ticket price on Sep 18
€120
Fastest journey on Sep 18
6 h 18 m
Average journey duration on Sep 18
6 h 51 m
Trains on Sep 18
34
Distance
740 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lamezia Terme to Bologna is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lamezia Terme to Bologna will cost around €120 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €90.
On Fri, Sep 18, we found 34 trains from Lamezia Terme to Bologna, including 5 direct services.
On Fri, Sep 18 the direct trains cover the 740 km distance in an average of 6 h 51 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 18 m .
On Fri, Sep 18 the slowest trains will take 7 h 38 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.
BUS LP986+
Intercity 608
Intercity 724+
InterCityNotte 774
Regionale 21677+
Intercity 724+
InterCityNotte 774
Regionale 21677+
Intercity 724+
InterCityNotte 774
Intercity 556 · Intercity 598+
Regionale 17852
FRECCIAROSSA 9658
FRECCIAROSSA 8418 · FRECCIAROSSA 9630
FRECCIAROSSA 9642
FRECCIAROSSA 9588
FRECCIAROSSA 9584Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Lamezia Terme to Bologna among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €64 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 14m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.7kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €64, while a flight costs an average of €186.
Distance: 459 miles (740 km)
| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€99 Average price | €186 Average price | €64 Average price Cheapest | €212 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
9h 10m Average total duration 8h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 14m Average total duration Fastest 2h 14m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 13h 34m Average total duration 13h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 4m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions | 0.7 - 1.8kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Lamezia Terme to Bologna:
A bus is €35 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lamezia Terme to Bologna costing on average €99.
A bus is €122 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Lamezia Terme to Bologna costing on average €186.
Other travel options to Bologna take longer:
Train takes on average 8h 40m.
Bus takes on average 13h 4m.
The journey is about 1h 24m faster (8h 40m by train vs 10h 4m by car) and roughly €114 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (€99 vs €212). 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 Frecciarossa, Italo.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Lamezia Terme to Bologna trains for tomorrow, Friday, September 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
BUS LP986+ Intercity 608 | 1:10 AM Lamezia Terme | 13h50 | 3:00 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9806+ BUS LP986 | 1:10 AM Lamezia Terme | 11h05 | 12:15 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 94952+ FRECCIAROSSA 8418 · FRECCIAROSSA 9630 | 5:49 AM Lamezia Terme Nicastro | 8h04 | 1:53 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 94952+ FRECCIAROSSA 8418 · FRECCIAROSSA 9630 | 5:54 AM Lamezia Terme Sambiase | 7h59 | 1:53 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 21667+ FRECCIAROSSA 9584 | 7:06 AM Lamezia Terme Nicastro | 8h27 | 3:33 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 21667+ Intercity 550 · Intercity 592 | 7:06 AM Lamezia Terme Nicastro | 12h50 | 7:56 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 21667+ FRECCIAROSSA 9584 | 7:11 AM Lamezia Terme Sambiase | 8h22 | 3:33 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 21667+ Intercity 550 · Intercity 592 | 7:11 AM Lamezia Terme Sambiase | 12h45 | 7:56 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8418 · FRECCIAROSSA 9630 | 7:20 AM Lamezia Terme | 6h33 | 1:53 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 550 · Intercity 592 | 7:44 AM Lamezia Terme | 12h12 | 7:56 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9584 | 7:55 AM Lamezia Terme | 7h38 | 3:33 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 21922+ Intercity 552 · Intercity 596 | 8:08 AM Lamezia Terme Nicastro | 12h34 | 8:42 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 21922+ Intercity 552 · Intercity 596 | 8:13 AM Lamezia Terme Sambiase | 12h29 | 8:42 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 21564+ FRECCIAROSSA 9642 | 9:06 AM Lamezia Terme Nicastro | 7h47 | 4:53 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 21564+ FRECCIAROSSA 9642 | 9:11 AM Lamezia Terme Sambiase | 7h42 | 4:53 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 552 · Intercity 596 | 9:25 AM Lamezia Terme | 11h17 | 8:42 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 5682+ FRECCIAROSSA 9588 | 10:08 AM Lamezia Terme Nicastro | 8h25 | 6:33 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 5682+ FRECCIAROSSA 9588 | 10:13 AM Lamezia Terme Sambiase | 8h20 | 6:33 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9642 | 10:15 AM Lamezia Terme | 6h38 | 4:53 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 5696+ Intercity 556+ FRECCIAROSSA 9652 | 11:10 AM Lamezia Terme Nicastro | 8h13 | 7:23 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 5696+ Intercity 556+ FRECCIAROSSA 9652 | 11:15 AM Lamezia Terme Sambiase | 8h08 | 7:23 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9588 | 11:23 AM Lamezia Terme | 7h10 | 6:33 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 556 · Intercity 598+ Regionale 17852 | 11:38 AM Lamezia Terme | 12h12 | 11:50 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 556+ FRECCIAROSSA 9652 | 11:38 AM Lamezia Terme | 7h45 | 7:23 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9658 | 1:35 PM Lamezia Terme | 6h18 | 7:53 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 21677+ Intercity 724+ InterCityNotte 774 | 3:03 PM Lamezia Terme Nicastro | 13h18 | 4:21 AM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 21677+ Intercity 724+ InterCityNotte 774 | 3:08 PM Lamezia Terme Sambiase | 13h13 | 4:21 AM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 724+ InterCityNotte 774 | 4:01 PM Lamezia Terme | 12h20 | 4:21 AM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 21694+ FRECCIAROSSA 8332+ InterCityNotte 774 | 4:06 PM Lamezia Terme Nicastro | 12h15 | 4:21 AM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 21694+ FRECCIAROSSA 8332+ InterCityNotte 774 | 4:11 PM Lamezia Terme Sambiase | 12h10 | 4:21 AM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 560+ InterCityNotte 798+ Regionale TTPER 17403 | 4:41 PM Lamezia Terme | 14h29 | 7:10 AM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8332+ InterCityNotte 774 | 5:07 PM Lamezia Terme | 11h14 | 4:21 AM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
InterCityNotte 1962 | 8:00 PM Lamezia Terme | 12h38 | 8:38 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
InterCityNotte 89524+ FRECCIAROSSA 9608 | 11:51 PM Lamezia Terme | 9h02 | 8:53 AM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Lamezia Terme to Bologna run on average 12 times per day, taking around 8h 40m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €39 but you can travel from only €17 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:45. The fastest train covers the 459 miles (740 km) distance in 6h 7m.
Distance 459 miles (740 km) |
Average train duration 8h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price €39 |
Trains per day 12 |
Fastest train 6h 7m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:45 PM |
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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.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lamezia Terme 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.

Most Lamezia Terme to Bologna trains use the Lamezia Terme Nicastro to Bologna Centrale station pair, with some services arriving at RE Mediopadana. Use this guide to compare Lamezia Terme and Bologna train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Lamezia Terme Nicastro has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Ristorante Pizzeria Il Quadrifoglio, Trattoria del Sole
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Lamezia Terme Nicastro. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Lamezia Terme Nicastro. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Lamezia Terme Nicastro: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Lamezia Terme Nicastro: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Lamezia Terme Nicastro.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Savant, Hotel Ristorante La Mimosa, Hotel Class Lamezia.
Lamezia Terme-Sambiase is 2 km from Lamezia Terme city centre. Public transport options include:
Lamezia Terme-Sambiase has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink options are available at Lamezia Terme-Sambiase.
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Lamezia Terme-Sambiase. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Available at Lamezia Terme-Sambiase: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Lamezia Terme-Sambiase: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Lamezia Terme-Sambiase.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Savant, Hotel Class Lamezia, Bram Hotel.
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, Aeroporto is 5 km from Bologna city centre. Public transport options include:
Bologna, Aeroporto has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Multiple options on site
Free wifi throughout the station. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Bologna, Aeroporto.
Available at Bologna, Aeroporto: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bologna, Aeroporto: Fully accessible for disabled individuals.
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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