- Must visit
Pinacoteca Nazionale di Bologna
Major art museum with important Emilian paintings from the 13th to 18th centuries, including works by Giotto, Raffaello, and the Carracci.
Cheapest price
$32
Average price
$52
Fastest journey
3 h 26 m
Average duration
3 h 37 m
Trains per day
176
Distance
140 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Monterosso al Mare 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 Monterosso al Mare to Bologna Centrale will cost around $52 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $32.
It's difficult to get from Monterosso al Mare to Bologna Centrale without transferring at least once.
Regionale 12263 · Regionale TTPER 19230 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3907
Regionale 12211 · Regionale 19232 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 2067
Regionale 12225 · Regionale 19248 · Regionale Veloce 3929
Regionale 12411 · Regionale TTPER 19260 · Regionale TTPER 3943
5 TERRE EXPRESS 22937 · Regionale 19258 · Regionale TTPER 2091
Intercity 651+
Regionale Veloce 4026+
FRECCIAROSSA 9524
Intercity 673+
Regionale Veloce 4060+
FRECCIAROSSA 9592
Regionale Veloce 3283 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 2485
Intercity 505+
Regionale Veloce 4030+
FRECCIAROSSA 9514
Intercity 669+
Regionale 18403 · Regionale Veloce 4056+
9954Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Monterosso al Mare to Bologna Centrale among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $18. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 2h 33m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $18, and a train costs an average of $26.
Distance: 86 miles (140 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$32 Average price | $27 Average price Cheapest | $80 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 52m Average total duration 3h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 3m Average total duration Fastest 2h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 46m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Monterosso al Mare to Bologna Centrale:
A bus is $4 (€3) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Monterosso al Mare to Bologna Centrale costing on average $32 (€26).
Other travel options to Bologna Centrale take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 22m.
Tickets start at around $32 (€26) compared to roughly $80 (€65) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $48 (€39). The journey takes 3h 22m versus 2h 46m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Monterosso al Mare to Bologna Centrale trains for today, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 9:07 AM Monterosso al Mare | 4h48 | 1:55 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:26 AM Monterosso al Mare | 3h59 | 3:25 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:21 PM Monterosso al Mare | 4h04 | 5:25 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:43 PM Monterosso al Mare | 7h07 | 10:50 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Monday, June 22 | |||||
Intercity 687+ InterCityNotte 799+ Regionale 18254+ 9904 | 12:07 AM Monterosso | 7h56 | 8:03 AM Bologna Centrale | 3 transfers | |
Intercity 687+ InterCityNotte 799+ Regionale 18252+ 9904 | 12:07 AM Monterosso | 7h56 | 8:03 AM Bologna Centrale | 3 transfers | |
Intercity 687+ InterCityNotte 799+ Regionale 18250+ 9904 | 12:07 AM Monterosso | 7h56 | 8:03 AM Bologna Centrale | 3 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3289+ InterCityNotte 799+ Regionale 18252+ 9904 | 12:29 AM Monterosso | 7h34 | 8:03 AM Bologna Centrale | 3 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3289+ InterCityNotte 799+ Regionale 18250+ 9904 | 12:29 AM Monterosso | 7h34 | 8:03 AM Bologna Centrale | 3 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3289+ InterCityNotte 799+ Regionale 18254+ 9904 | 12:29 AM Monterosso | 7h34 | 8:03 AM Bologna Centrale | 3 transfers | |
Regionale 12263 · Regionale 18391+ FRECCIAROSSA 9508 | 1:51 AM Monterosso | 6h42 | 8:33 AM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 12263 · Regionale TTPER 19230 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3907 | 1:51 AM Monterosso | 6h34 | 8:25 AM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 12263 · Regionale 18391 · Regionale 18264+ 9908 | 1:51 AM Monterosso | 7h12 | 9:03 AM Bologna Centrale | 3 transfers | |
Regionale 12263 · Regionale 19335 · Regionale 18264+ 9908 | 1:51 AM Monterosso | 7h12 | 9:03 AM Bologna Centrale | 3 transfers | |
Regionale 12263 · Regionale 18391 · Regionale 18260+ 9908 | 1:51 AM Monterosso | 7h12 | 9:03 AM Bologna Centrale | 3 transfers | |
Regionale 12314 · Regionale Veloce 3016+ FRECCIAROSSA 9611 | 3:11 AM Monterosso | 5h53 | 9:04 AM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 12211 · Regionale 19232 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 2067 | 4:55 AM Monterosso | 4h30 | 9:25 AM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 12211+ Intercity 501+ Regionale 18425+ 8954 | 4:55 AM Monterosso | 4h48 | 9:43 AM Bologna Centrale | 3 transfers | |
Regionale 12211 · Regionale 19339 · Regionale 18425+ 8954 | 4:55 AM Monterosso | 4h48 | 9:43 AM Bologna Centrale | 3 transfers | |
Regionale 12211 · Regionale 19339 · Regionale Veloce 4014+ 8954 | 4:55 AM Monterosso | 4h48 | 9:43 AM Bologna Centrale | 3 transfers | |
Intercity 652+ FRECCIAROSSA 9615 | 5:14 AM Monterosso | 4h50 | 10:04 AM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 501+ Regionale 19232 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 2067 | 5:28 AM Monterosso | 3h57 | 9:25 AM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 501+ Regionale 19339 · Regionale 18425+ 8954 | 5:28 AM Monterosso | 4h15 | 9:43 AM Bologna Centrale | 3 transfers | |
Intercity 501+ Regionale 19339 · Regionale Veloce 4014+ 9912 | 5:28 AM Monterosso | 4h35 | 10:03 AM Bologna Centrale | 3 transfers | |
Intercity 501+ Regionale 19339 · Regionale Veloce 4014+ 8954 | 5:28 AM Monterosso | 4h15 | 9:43 AM Bologna Centrale | 3 transfers | |
Regionale 12316 · Regionale Veloce 3019+ FRECCIAROSSA 9619 | 5:33 AM Monterosso | 5h31 | 11:04 AM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 12213 · Regionale 19349 · Regionale Veloce 4018+ 8906 | 6:20 AM Monterosso | 4h58 | 11:18 AM Bologna Centrale | 3 transfers | |
Regionale 12213 · Regionale 19347 · Regionale Veloce 4018+ 8906 | 6:20 AM Monterosso | 4h58 | 11:18 AM Bologna Centrale | 3 transfers | |
Regionale 12213 · Regionale 19349 · Regionale Veloce 4018+ 9916 | 6:20 AM Monterosso | 4h43 | 11:03 AM Bologna Centrale | 3 transfers | |
Intercity 658+ S13 TRENORD 24330+ FRECCIAROSSA 9527 | 6:54 AM Monterosso | 4h30 | 11:24 AM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 658+ FRECCIAROSSA 9623 | 6:54 AM Monterosso | 5h10 | 12:04 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 12215 · Regionale 19351 · Regionale Veloce 4026+ 8910 | 7:07 AM Monterosso | 6h11 | 1:18 PM Bologna Centrale | 3 transfers | |
Regionale 12215 · Regionale 19351 · Regionale 18286+ 8908 | 7:07 AM Monterosso | 5h11 | 12:18 PM Bologna Centrale | 3 transfers | |
Regionale 12215 · Regionale 19351 · Regionale 18409+ 8910 | 7:07 AM Monterosso | 6h11 | 1:18 PM Bologna Centrale | 3 transfers | |
Regionale 3257 · Regionale 19351 · Regionale 18286+ 8908 | 7:30 AM Monterosso | 4h48 | 12:18 PM Bologna Centrale | 3 transfers | |
Regionale 3257 · Regionale TTPER 19238 · Regionale Veloce 3921 | 7:30 AM Monterosso | 5h59 | 1:29 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 3257 · Regionale TTPER 19238 · Autobus TTPER B0857 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3917 | 7:30 AM Monterosso | 4h55 | 12:25 PM Bologna Centrale | 3 transfers | |
Regionale 3257 · Regionale 19351 · Regionale 18286+ 8910 | 7:30 AM Monterosso | 5h48 | 1:18 PM Bologna Centrale | 3 transfers | |
Regionale 3257 · Regionale 19351 · Regionale 4028+ 8910 | 7:30 AM Monterosso | 5h48 | 1:18 PM Bologna Centrale | 3 transfers | |
Regionale 12217+ Intercity 651+ Regionale 18409+ 8910 | 8:05 AM Monterosso | 5h13 | 1:18 PM Bologna Centrale | 3 transfers | |
Regionale 12217+ Intercity 651+ Regionale 4028+ 8910 | 8:05 AM Monterosso | 5h13 | 1:18 PM Bologna Centrale | 3 transfers | |
Regionale 12217+ Intercity 651+ Regionale 4028+ 9924 | 8:05 AM Monterosso | 4h58 | 1:03 PM Bologna Centrale | 3 transfers | |
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Trains from Monterosso al Mare to Bologna Centrale run on average 32 times per day, taking around 3h 22m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $26 (€21) but you can travel from only $18 (€15) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 02:57, the last at 18:21. The fastest train covers the 86 miles (140 km) distance in 3h 59m.
Distance 86 miles (140 km) |
Average train duration 3h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price $26 (€21) |
Trains per day 32 |
Fastest train 3h 59m |
First train 2:57 AM |
Last train 6:21 PM |
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Discover the best of Bologna Centrale — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Bologna Centrale trip today.
Major art museum with important Emilian paintings from the 13th to 18th centuries, including works by Giotto, Raffaello, and the Carracci.
Important archaeological museum with Egyptian, Etruscan, Greek, and Roman collections in a historic central building.
Bologna’s leading modern and contemporary art museum, known for rotating exhibitions and the Morandi collection.
Bologna’s main square and social heart, surrounded by major historic buildings and a top starting point for exploring.
The city’s celebrated portico walk leading toward San Luca, especially popular for scenic walks and photos.
Beautiful square in front of the Santo Stefano complex, loved for its elegant and photogenic atmosphere.
Fresh egg tagliatelle served with Bologna’s classic slow-cooked meat ragù. It is one of the city’s signature dishes and a cornerstone of local Sunday cooking.
Small hand-folded pasta filled with pork, prosciutto, and Parmigiano Reggiano, traditionally served in rich capon or beef broth. It is especially linked to festive meals in Bologna.
Bolognese-style lasagna made with green spinach pasta sheets, ragù, béchamel, and Parmigiano Reggiano. It is a classic celebratory baked pasta from the city.
Well-regarded traditional restaurant celebrated for seasonal ingredients, handmade pasta, and authentic regional dishes. Intimate setting with a strong reputation among food lovers.
Charming long-running restaurant set in a distinctive historic space, serving Bolognese and Italian classics with polished hospitality. Good for a relaxed but memorable dinner.
Historic trattoria known for classic Bolognese cooking such as tortellini, tagliatelle al ragù, and lasagne. Warm, traditional atmosphere and a longstanding local reputation.
Moderate for Italy: cafes and casual meals are reasonable, while central hotels and fine dining cost more.
Service is often included or modest. Tipping is not required, but rounding up or leaving 5-10% for very good restaurant service is appreciated. Round up taxis slightly.
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