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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.
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Napoli Afragola to Bologna is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Napoli Afragola to Bologna will cost around $66 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $49.
On Wed, Nov 04, we found 52 trains from Napoli Afragola to Bologna, including 38 direct services.
On Wed, Nov 04 the direct trains cover the 465 km distance in an average of 3 h 12 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 11 m .
On Wed, Nov 04 the slowest trains will take 3 h 13 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.
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Trains from Napoli Afragola to Bologna run on average 34 times per day, taking around 4h 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $26 (€22) but you can travel from only $4 (€3) by bus.
There are 26 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:36, the last at 16:43. The fastest train covers the 288 miles (465 km) distance in 2h 58m.
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The table below shows live departures for Napoli Afragola to Bologna trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, November 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FRECCIAROSSA 9608 | 5:42 AM Napoli Afragola | 3h11 | 8:53 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
9968 | 5:50 AM Napoli Afragola | 3h18 | 9:08 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8334 · FRECCIAROSSA 9610 | 6:00 AM Napoli Afragola | 3h23 | 9:23 AM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
9912 | 6:28 AM Napoli Afragola | 3h35 | 10:03 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 5803+ Intercity 510 · Intercity 588 | 6:43 AM Napoli Afragola | 8h04 | 2:47 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9516 | 6:56 AM Napoli Afragola | 3h37 | 10:33 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9616 | 7:10 AM Napoli Afragola | 3h13 | 10:23 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
9916 | 7:35 AM Napoli Afragola | 3h28 | 11:03 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
9974 | 7:55 AM Napoli Afragola | 3h13 | 11:08 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9520 | 8:02 AM Napoli Afragola | 3h31 | 11:33 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
9920 | 8:35 AM Napoli Afragola | 3h28 | 12:03 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9524 | 8:55 AM Napoli Afragola | 3h38 | 12:33 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9524 · FRECCIAROSSA 9624 | 8:55 AM Napoli Afragola | 3h28 | 12:23 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9310 | 9:10 AM Napoli Afragola | 3h38 | 12:48 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 5793+ Intercity 590 | 9:28 AM Napoli Afragola | 7h22 | 4:50 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
9924 | 9:34 AM Napoli Afragola | 3h29 | 1:03 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8509 | 9:40 AM Napoli Afragola | 3h33 | 1:13 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9514 | 9:56 AM Napoli Afragola | 3h37 | 1:33 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9628 | 10:10 AM Napoli Afragola | 3h13 | 1:23 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8418 | 10:25 AM Napoli Afragola | 3h33 | 1:58 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8418 · FRECCIAROSSA 9630 | 10:25 AM Napoli Afragola | 3h28 | 1:53 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 5809+ Intercity 550 · Intercity 592 | 10:49 AM Napoli Afragola | 9h07 | 7:56 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9632 | 11:10 AM Napoli Afragola | 3h13 | 2:23 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
9932 | 11:35 AM Napoli Afragola | 3h28 | 3:03 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
9982 | 11:50 AM Napoli Afragola | 3h18 | 3:08 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9584 | 11:58 AM Napoli Afragola | 3h35 | 3:33 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9636 · FRECCIAROSSA 9638 | 12:10 PM Napoli Afragola | 3h43 | 3:53 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
8134 | 12:30 PM Napoli Afragola | 3h33 | 4:03 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 5786 · Regionale 21156+ Intercity 596 | 12:33 PM Napoli Afragola | 8h09 | 8:42 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9540 | 12:58 PM Napoli Afragola | 3h35 | 4:33 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
9940 | 1:35 PM Napoli Afragola | 3h28 | 5:03 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9642 | 1:41 PM Napoli Afragola | 3h12 | 4:53 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9544 | 1:58 PM Napoli Afragola | 3h35 | 5:33 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9320 | 2:10 PM Napoli Afragola | 3h38 | 5:48 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
9946 | 2:35 PM Napoli Afragola | 3h28 | 6:03 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9588 | 2:58 PM Napoli Afragola | 3h35 | 6:33 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9648 · FRECCIAROSSA 9480 | 3:15 PM Napoli Afragola | 3h23 | 6:38 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
9948 | 3:35 PM Napoli Afragola | 3h28 | 7:03 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9552 | 3:58 PM Napoli Afragola | 3h35 | 7:33 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9652 | 4:10 PM Napoli Afragola | 3h13 | 7:23 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9658 | 4:42 PM Napoli Afragola | 3h11 | 7:53 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9556 | 4:58 PM Napoli Afragola | 3h35 | 8:33 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9660 | 5:09 PM Napoli Afragola | 3h14 | 8:23 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
9954 | 5:35 PM Napoli Afragola | 3h28 | 9:03 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 5819+ FRECCIAROSSA 9668 | 5:43 PM Napoli Afragola | 4h10 | 9:53 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
9994 | 5:48 PM Napoli Afragola | 3h20 | 9:08 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 5813+ Intercity 95070+ InterCityNotte 774 | 6:43 PM Napoli Afragola | 9h54 | 4:37 AM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9592 | 6:58 PM Napoli Afragola | 3h37 | 10:35 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 715+ InterCityNotte 758 | 7:13 PM Napoli Afragola | 10h31 | 5:44 AM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
9962 | 7:35 PM Napoli Afragola | 3h28 | 11:03 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8332+ InterCityNotte 774 | 8:15 PM Napoli Afragola | 8h22 | 4:37 AM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9555+ InterCityNotte 1962 | 9:58 PM Napoli Afragola | 9h09 | 7:07 AM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Napoli Afragola to Bologna with Frecciarossa, Italo, and Intercity Notte. Night trains available on this route with Intercity Notte. High-speed trains available on this route with Frecciarossa and Italo. Use the details below to compare onboard facilities.
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Leading city museum with major Italian paintings from the Middle Ages to modern times, essential for understanding Bologna's art history.
Archaeological museum with rich Egyptian, Etruscan, Greek, and Roman collections in a central historic palace.
Museum of Bologna's urban history using objects, rooms, and multimedia to trace the city from antiquity to today.
Bologna's main square, surrounded by landmark buildings and always lively, ideal for architecture, people-watching, and orientation.
Historic market quarter with narrow lanes, medieval character, and vibrant street life just behind Piazza Maggiore.
Long portico route climbing toward San Luca, UNESCO-listed and perfect for a memorable urban walk with changing views.
Handmade egg pasta ribbons traditionally served with slow-cooked ragù. A defining Bolognese dish protected by local culinary tradition.
Small ring-shaped stuffed pasta, usually filled with pork and Parmigiano Reggiano, served in rich capon or beef broth. A classic festive dish.
Green spinach pasta layered with ragù, béchamel, and Parmigiano. Bologna's traditional baked lasagna is richer and more refined than many versions abroad.
Elegant Michelin-starred restaurant serving refined Emilian cuisine in a polished, intimate space within central Bologna.
Traditional deli and wine bar famed for mortadella, cheeses, fresh pasta, and informal counter dining in the Quadrilatero market area.
Historic trattoria known for classic Bolognese pasta, cured meats, and traditional dining rooms with a warm, old-city atmosphere.
Moderate for Italy: stays and dining are cheaper than Rome or Milan, while transit is affordable and tourist-center prices stay manageable.
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.
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Most Napoli Afragola to Bologna trains use the Napoli Afragola to Bologna Centrale station pair, with some services arriving at Bologna, Aeroporto. Use this guide to compare Napoli Afragola and Bologna train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Napoli Afragola is 1 km from Afragola city centre. Public transport options include:
Napoli Afragola has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Chef Express, Atmosfera 94
Free Wi-Fi throughout the station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 05:40 - 20:00.
Available at Napoli Afragola: Parking, Taxis.
Accessibility facilities are available at Napoli Afragola: The station is fully accessible, including step-free access throughout the station, handicapped restrooms, and staff assistance available on request.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Caribe, Living Bed and Breakfast, Rama Palace 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.