The cheapest and fastest trains from Milan Porta Garibaldi to Bologna Centrale
Cheapest price on Sep 20
€18
Average ticket price on Sep 20
€28
Fastest journey on Sep 20
1 h 21 m
Average journey duration on Sep 20
1 h 21 m
Trains on Sep 20
25
Distance
201 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Milan Porta Garibaldi 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 Milan Porta Garibaldi to Bologna Centrale will cost around €28 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €18.
On Sun, Sep 20, we found 25 trains from Milan Porta Garibaldi to Bologna Centrale, including 9 direct services.
On Sun, Sep 20 the direct trains cover the 201 km distance in an average of 1 h 21 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 21 m .
On Sun, Sep 20 the slowest trains will take 1 h 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.
S13 TRENORD 24421 · Regionale TTPER 2457 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 39158:03 AM3h22Milan Porta Garibaldi11:25 AMBologna Centrale€181One-way2 transfers
S13 TRENORD 24453 · Regionale TTPER 2473 · Regionale TTPER 174194:03 PM3h07Milan Porta Garibaldi7:10 PMBologna Centrale€181One-way2 transfers
S13 TRENORD 24449 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 24713:03 PM3h07Milan Porta Garibaldi6:10 PMBologna Centrale€181One-way1 transfer
S13 TRENORD 24369 · Regionale TRENORD 10883 · Regionale TTPER 39478:03 PM3h25Milan Porta Garibaldi11:28 PMBologna Centrale€181One-way2 transfers
S13 TRENORD 24443 · Regionale TRENORD 10869 · Regionale Veloce 39311:33 PM3h52Milan Porta Garibaldi5:25 PMBologna Centrale€181One-way2 transfers
FRECCIAROSSA 93212:48 PM1h21Milan Porta Garibaldi4:09 PMBologna Centrale€521One-way0 transfers
FRECCIAROSSA 93119:48 AM1h21Milan Porta Garibaldi11:09 AMBologna Centrale€521One-way0 transfers
FRECCIAROSSA 93254:48 PM1h21Milan Porta Garibaldi6:09 PMBologna Centrale€521One-way0 transfers
FRECCIAROSSA 93918:48 AM1h21Milan Porta Garibaldi10:09 AMBologna Centrale€521One-way0 transfers
FRECCIAROSSA 93233:48 PM1h21Milan Porta Garibaldi5:09 PMBologna Centrale€521One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Milan Porta Garibaldi to Bologna Centrale
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Milan Porta Garibaldi to Bologna Centrale among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €15 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 0m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €15, while a flight costs an average of €571.
Distance: 124 miles (201 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
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€25 Average price | €571 Average price | €15 Average price Cheapest | €52 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 0m Average total duration Fastest 2h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 33m Average total duration 3h 33m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 3h 36m Average total duration 3h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 33m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Milan Porta Garibaldi to Bologna Centrale:
A bus is €11 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Milan Porta Garibaldi to Bologna Centrale costing on average €25.
A bus is €556 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Milan Porta Garibaldi to Bologna Centrale costing on average €571.
Other travel options to Bologna Centrale take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 6m.
Flight takes on average 3h 33m.
The journey is about 3m faster (2h 30m by train vs 2h 33m by car) and roughly €27 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (€25 vs €52). 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, Regionale, Intercity.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Milan Porta Garibaldi to Bologna Centrale train times
The table below shows live departures for Milan Porta Garibaldi to Bologna Centrale trains for today, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
S13 TRENORD 24421 · Regionale TTPER 2457 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3915 | 8:03 AM Milan Porta Garibaldi | 3h22 | 11:25 AM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9391 | 8:48 AM Milan Porta Garibaldi | 1h21 | 10:09 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3085 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 2499 | 9:00 AM Milan Porta Garibaldi | 3h09 | 12:09 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 607 | 9:10 AM Milan Porta Garibaldi | 2h46 | 11:56 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9311 | 9:48 AM Milan Porta Garibaldi | 1h21 | 11:09 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9805 | 10:13 AM Milan Porta Garibaldi | 1h29 | 11:42 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
S13 TRENORD 24433 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 2463 | 11:03 AM Milan Porta Garibaldi | 3h07 | 2:10 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 10465 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3927 | 11:24 AM Milan Porta Garibaldi | 4h01 | 3:25 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
S13 TRENORD 24441 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 2467 | 1:03 PM Milan Porta Garibaldi | 3h07 | 4:10 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
S13 TRENORD 24443 · Regionale TRENORD 10869 · Regionale Veloce 3931 | 1:33 PM Milan Porta Garibaldi | 3h52 | 5:25 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9321 | 2:48 PM Milan Porta Garibaldi | 1h21 | 4:09 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
S13 TRENORD 24449 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 2471 | 3:03 PM Milan Porta Garibaldi | 3h07 | 6:10 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9323 | 3:48 PM Milan Porta Garibaldi | 1h21 | 5:09 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
S13 TRENORD 24453 · Regionale TTPER 2473 · Regionale TTPER 17419 | 4:03 PM Milan Porta Garibaldi | 3h07 | 7:10 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9325 | 4:48 PM Milan Porta Garibaldi | 1h21 | 6:09 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 2295 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3939 | 5:00 PM Milan Porta Garibaldi | 3h25 | 8:25 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
S13 TRENORD 24457 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 2475 | 5:03 PM Milan Porta Garibaldi | 3h13 | 8:16 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
S1 TRENORD 24159 · Regionale 2295 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3939 | 5:14 PM Milan Porta Garibaldi | 3h11 | 8:25 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
S13 TRENORD 24465 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 2479 | 7:03 PM Milan Porta Garibaldi | 3h07 | 10:10 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 10481 · Regionale TTPER 3951 | 7:24 PM Milan Porta Garibaldi | 4h04 | 11:28 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
S13 TRENORD 24369 · Regionale TRENORD 10883 · Regionale TTPER 3951 | 8:03 PM Milan Porta Garibaldi | 3h25 | 11:28 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2485 | 10:05 PM Milan Porta Garibaldi | 2h28 | 12:33 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, September 20 | |||||
S13 TRENORD 24311 · Regionale TRENORD 10853 · Regionale TTPER 17425 | 5:33 AM Milan Porta Garibaldi | 3h13 | 8:46 AM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
S13 TRENORD 24317 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 2455 | 7:03 AM Milan Porta Garibaldi | 3h10 | 10:13 AM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Milan Porta Garibaldi to Bologna Centrale
Trains from Milan Porta Garibaldi to Bologna Centrale run on average 20 times per day, taking around 2h 30m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €11 but you can travel from only €3 by bus.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:03, the last at 20:05. The fastest train covers the 124 miles (201 km) distance in 1h 16m.
Distance 124 miles (201 km) |
Average train duration 2h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price €11 |
Trains per day 20 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 1h 16m |
First train 5:03 AM |
Last train 8:05 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 21 days |
Train companies: Regionale, Frecciarossa, Intercity, Intercity Notte, Italo from Milan Porta Garibaldi to Bologna Centrale trainsRegionale, Frecciarossa, Intercity, Intercity Notte, Italo trains will get you between Milan Porta Garibaldi and Bologna Centrale from €3. 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 Milan Porta Garibaldi to Bologna Centrale
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Milan Porta Garibaldi 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.

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Popular train stations from Milan Porta Garibaldi to Bologna Centrale
Most Milan Porta Garibaldi to Bologna Centrale trains use the Milano Centrale to Bologna Centrale station pair. Use this guide to compare Milan Porta Garibaldi and Bologna Centrale train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Milano Porta Garibaldi from Milan city centre
Milano Porta Garibaldi is 2 km from Milan city centre. Public transport options include:
Milano Porta Garibaldi train station facilities and services
Milano Porta Garibaldi has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food options include: Caffeteria Panni Caldi, Princi, Burgez, Bricco Café, U! Come tu mi vuoi, Autogrill, Culto
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located in the main hall.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Milano Porta Garibaldi: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Milano Porta Garibaldi: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Milano Porta Garibaldi: Accessible facilities such as ticket machines, toilets, and ramps and additional assistance as needed from 07:45 to 22:30.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel NH Milano Palazzo Moscova, AC Hotel by Marriott Milano, Tocq Hotel.
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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