The cheapest and fastest trains from Metapontum to Bologna Centrale
Cheapest price
$48
Average price
$64
Fastest journey
9 h 44 m
Average duration
10 h 12 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
642 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Metapontum 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 Metapontum to Bologna Centrale will cost around $64 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $48.
Of the 2 trains that leave Metapontum for Bologna Centrale on Fri, Nov 07, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Nov 07 the direct trains cover the 642 km distance in an average of 10 h 12 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 9 h 44 m .
On Fri, Nov 07 the slowest trains will take 10 h 40 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.




Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Metapontum to Bologna Centrale
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Metapontum to Bologna Centrale among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €30. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 30m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €30, and a flight costs an average of €25.
Distance: 398 miles (642 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight |
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€65 Average price | €59 Average price Cheapest | €89 Average price |
9h 5m Average total duration 8h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 28m Average total duration 9h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 30m Average total duration Fastest 1h 30m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Metapontum to Bologna Centrale
Trains from Metapontum to Bologna Centrale run on average 11 times per day, taking around 8h 35m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $48 (€39) but you can travel from only $31 (€25) by flight.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 07:31, the last at 18:08. The fastest train covers the 398 miles (642 km) distance in 8h 17m.
Distance 398 miles (642 km) |
Average train duration 8h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price $48 (€39) |
Trains per day 11 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 8h 17m |
First train 07:31 |
Last train 18:08 |
Train companies: Frecciarossa, Intercity Notte, Intercity from Metapontum to Bologna Centrale trainsFrecciarossa, Intercity Notte, Intercity trains will get you between Metapontum and Bologna Centrale from $31 (€25). 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 Metapontum to Bologna Centrale
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Metapontum 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 Metapontum to Bologna Centrale
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Parking is available near the station, with spaces for short-term and long-term parking.
- Blumen Bad Beach
- Lido Marinella
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- Free of charge
- Hotel Turismo
- Hotel Palatinum
- Magna Grecia Hotel Village
- Located in the main hall
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and waiting area
- Platforms: 1-2 for regional train services
- Bus: Local bus services available
- Train: Regional train services
- 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
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