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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 01
$37
Average ticket price on Sep 01
$69
Fastest journey on Sep 01
3 h 3 m
Average journey duration on Sep 01
3 h 5 m
Trains on Sep 01
25
Distance
324 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Pescara to Bologna is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Pescara to Bologna will cost around $69 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $37.
On Tue, Sep 01, we found 25 trains from Pescara to Bologna, including 8 direct services.
On Tue, Sep 01 the direct trains cover the 324 km distance in an average of 3 h 5 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 3 m .
On Tue, Sep 01 the slowest trains will take 3 h 7 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.
Regionale 4210 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3918
Regionale 4212 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3922
Regionale 4216 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3926
Regionale 4200 · Regionale Veloce 3908
Regionale 4270 · Regionale Veloce 3932
FRECCIAROSSA 9806
FRECCIAROSSA 8816
FRECCIAROSSA 8820
FRECCIAROSSA 9808
FRECCIAROSSA 8824Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Pescara to Bologna among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $37 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 17m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $37, while a train costs an average of $54.
Distance: 201 miles (324 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$54 Average price | $37 Average price Cheapest | $109 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 17m Average total duration Fastest 3h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 32m Average total duration 5h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 54m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
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 Pescara to Bologna:
A bus is $16 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Pescara to Bologna costing on average $54.
Other travel options to Bologna take longer:
Bus takes on average 5h 2m.
The journey is about 7m faster (3h 47m by train vs 3h 54m by car) and roughly $55 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($54 vs $109). 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, Intercity, Regionale.
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 Pescara to Bologna trains for today, Monday, August 31. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Regionale 4216 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3926 | 2:15 PM Pescara | 5h11 | 7:26 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 4220 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3930 | 4:02 PM Pescara | 5h24 | 9:26 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 4270 · Regionale Veloce 3932 | 6:17 PM Pescara | 5h04 | 11:21 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| Tuesday, September 1 | |||||
FRECCIAROSSA 9802 | 4:55 AM Pescara | 3h15 | 8:10 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 4200 · Regionale Veloce 3908 | 5:05 AM Pescara | 5h21 | 10:26 AM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8806 | 6:00 AM Pescara | 3h15 | 9:15 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 4206 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3914 | 6:53 AM Pescara | 6h33 | 1:26 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9806 | 9:12 AM Pescara | 3h03 | 12:15 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 4176 · Regionale 4210 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3918 | 9:57 AM Pescara Porta Nuova | 5h29 | 3:26 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 4210 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3918 | 10:15 AM Pescara | 5h11 | 3:26 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 19776+ FRECCIAROSSA 8816 | 10:47 AM Pescara, Tribunale | 3h28 | 2:15 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 19776+ FRECCIAROSSA 8816 | 10:50 AM Pescara Porta Nuova | 3h25 | 2:15 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8816 | 11:10 AM Pescara | 3h05 | 2:15 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 4178 · Regionale 4212 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3922 | 11:41 AM Pescara Porta Nuova | 5h45 | 5:26 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 4212 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3922 | 11:58 AM Pescara | 5h28 | 5:26 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 19778+ FRECCIAROSSA 8820 | 12:47 PM Pescara, Tribunale | 3h28 | 4:15 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 19778+ FRECCIAROSSA 8820 | 12:50 PM Pescara Porta Nuova | 3h25 | 4:15 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Pescara to Bologna run on average 43 times per day, taking around 3h 47m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $17 but you can travel from only $13 by bus.
There are 18 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:10, the last at 23:52. The fastest train covers the 201 miles (324 km) distance in 3h 3m.
Distance 201 miles (324 km) |
Average train duration 3h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price $17 |
Trains per day 43 |
Direct trains 18 |
Fastest train 3h 3m |
First train 12:10 AM |
Last train 11:52 PM |
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Discover the best of Bologna — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Bologna trip today.
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.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Pescara 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 Pescara to Bologna trains use the Pescara Centrale to Bologna Centrale station pair, with some services arriving at Bologna, Aeroporto. Use this guide to compare Pescara and Bologna train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Pescara Centrale has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Ristorante La Barcaccia, Trattoria del Mare
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Pescara Centrale. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Pescara Centrale. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Pescara Centrale: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Pescara Centrale: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Pescara Centrale: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Carlton, B&B Hotel Pescara, Hotel Ambra Palace.
Pescara Porta Nuova has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Ristorante La Barcaccia, Trattoria del Mare
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Pescara Porta Nuova. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Available at Pescara Porta Nuova: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Pescara Porta Nuova: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Pescara Porta Nuova: Ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Salus, Hotel Regent, Hotel Carlton.
Pescara is 1 km from Pescara city centre. Check local transport options before travel.
Pescara has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Pescara.
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 Borgo Panigale is 4 km from Bologna city centre. Public transport options include:
Bologna Borgo Panigale has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Ristorante Il Patio, Trattoria Bonora
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Bologna Borgo Panigale. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Available at Bologna Borgo Panigale: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bologna Borgo Panigale: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bologna Borgo Panigale: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Flyon Hotel, Hotel Bologna Airport, Hotel Del Borgo.
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