- Must visit
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
$16
Average price
$21
Fastest journey
1 h 22 m
Average duration
1 h 25 m
Trains per day
55
Distance
143 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Piacenza to Bologna is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Piacenza to Bologna will cost around $21 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $16.
Of the 55 trains that leave Piacenza for Bologna on Sat, Aug 01, 51 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Aug 01 the direct trains cover the 143 km distance in an average of 1 h 25 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 22 m .
On Sat, Aug 01 the slowest trains will take 1 h 28 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 Veloce TTPER 3907
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2477
Regionale Veloce TTPER 1717
Regionale Veloce TTPER 1799
Regionale TTPER 18113
FRECCIAROSSA 8823
InterCityNotte 757
Intercity 599
Regionale Veloce TTPER 1701
Regionale Veloce TTPER 1717Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Piacenza to Bologna among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 41m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $9, and a train costs an average of $12.
Distance: 88 miles (143 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$16 Average price | $10 Average price Cheapest | $45 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 11m Average total duration Fastest 1h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 47m Average total duration 2h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 43m 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 Piacenza to Bologna:
A bus is $6 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Piacenza to Bologna costing on average $16.
Other travel options to Bologna take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 17m.
The journey is about 2m faster (1h 41m by train vs 1h 43m by car) and roughly $29 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($16 vs $45). 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 Regionale, Intercity, Frecciarossa.
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 Piacenza to Bologna trains for today, Friday, July 31. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3937 | 5:46 PM Piacenza station | 1h39 | 7:25 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2475 | 6:14 PM Piacenza station | 2h02 | 8:16 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8823 | 6:20 PM Piacenza station | 1h22 | 7:42 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 599 | 6:37 PM Piacenza station | 1h25 | 8:02 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3939 | 6:46 PM Piacenza station | 1h39 | 8:25 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8825 | 7:04 PM Piacenza station | 1h38 | 8:42 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2477 | 7:09 PM Piacenza station | 1h56 | 9:05 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale TTPER 88123 | 7:49 PM Piacenza station | 1h36 | 9:25 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2479 | 8:14 PM Piacenza station | 1h56 | 10:10 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale TTPER 3943 | 8:46 PM Piacenza station | 1h41 | 10:27 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale TTPER 3951 | 9:46 PM Piacenza station | 1h42 | 11:28 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
InterCityNotte 765 | 10:01 PM Piacenza station | 1h34 | 11:35 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
InterCityNotte 755 | 10:37 PM Piacenza station | 1h29 | 12:06 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
InterCityNotte 757 | 10:57 PM Piacenza station | 1h25 | 12:22 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2485 | 11:05 PM Piacenza station | 1h28 | 12:33 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3905 | 5:30 AM Piacenza station | 1h59 | 7:29 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 1797 | 6:09 AM Piacenza station | 1h51 | 8:00 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 603 | 6:15 AM Piacenza station | 1h42 | 7:57 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale TTPER 18123 | 6:18 AM Piacenza station | 2h01 | 8:19 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9303 | 6:24 AM Piacenza station | 1h45 | 8:09 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3907 | 6:46 AM Piacenza station | 1h39 | 8:25 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 1701 | 7:09 AM Piacenza station | 1h26 | 8:35 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 583 | 7:13 AM Piacenza station | 1h37 | 8:50 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale TTPER 18113 | 7:17 AM Piacenza station | 1h41 | 8:58 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2493 | 7:27 AM Piacenza station | 1h37 | 9:04 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 1589 | 7:44 AM Piacenza station | 1h49 | 9:33 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 1703 | 7:49 AM Piacenza station | 1h36 | 9:25 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 605 | 8:08 AM Piacenza station | 1h48 | 9:56 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 1705 | 8:14 AM Piacenza station | 1h54 | 10:08 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 1715 | 8:21 AM Piacenza station | 1h40 | 10:01 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 1717 | 9:00 AM Piacenza station | 1h28 | 10:28 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 1709 | 9:14 AM Piacenza station | 1h38 | 10:52 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3915 | 9:46 AM Piacenza station | 1h39 | 11:25 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2462+ FRECCIAROSSA 9805 | 9:50 AM Piacenza station | 1h52 | 11:42 AM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 1713 | 10:05 AM Piacenza station | 1h40 | 11:45 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2499 | 10:14 AM Piacenza station | 1h55 | 12:09 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 607 | 10:20 AM Piacenza station | 1h36 | 11:56 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3917 | 10:46 AM Piacenza station | 1h39 | 12:25 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 1545 | 10:48 AM Piacenza station | 1h31 | 12:19 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3921 | 11:46 AM Piacenza station | 1h39 | 1:25 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 609 | 12:08 PM Piacenza station | 1h48 | 1:56 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 1799 | 12:17 PM Piacenza station | 1h43 | 2:00 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3925 | 12:46 PM Piacenza station | 1h39 | 2:25 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale TTPER 2465 · Regionale TTPER 17415 | 1:07 PM Piacenza station | 2h03 | 3:10 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3927 | 1:46 PM Piacenza station | 1h39 | 3:25 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2470+ FRECCIAROSSA 9641 | 1:50 PM Piacenza station | 2h14 | 4:04 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2467 | 2:14 PM Piacenza station | 1h56 | 4:10 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 597 | 2:38 PM Piacenza station | 1h36 | 4:14 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3929 | 2:46 PM Piacenza station | 1h39 | 4:25 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3931 | 3:46 PM Piacenza station | 1h39 | 5:25 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 613 | 4:08 PM Piacenza station | 1h46 | 5:54 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2471 | 4:14 PM Piacenza station | 1h56 | 6:10 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale TTPER 3933 | 4:33 PM Piacenza station | 1h47 | 6:20 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3935 | 4:46 PM Piacenza station | 1h39 | 6:25 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale TTPER 2473 · Regionale TTPER 17419 | 5:07 PM Piacenza station | 2h03 | 7:10 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Piacenza to Bologna run on average 45 times per day, taking around 1h 41m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $12 but you can travel from only $9 by bus.
There are 39 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:30, the last at 23:35. The fastest train covers the 88 miles (143 km) distance in 1h 25m.
Distance 88 miles (143 km) |
Average train duration 1h 41m |
Cheapest ticket price $12 |
Trains per day 45 |
Direct trains 39 |
Fastest train 1h 25m |
First train 12:30 AM |
Last train 11:35 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 28 days |
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 Piacenza 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 Piacenza to Bologna trains use the Piacenza to Bologna Centrale station pair, with some services arriving at Bologna, Aeroporto. Use this guide to compare Piacenza and Bologna train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Piacenza has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Al Duca, Osteria Carducci
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Piacenza. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Piacenza. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Piacenza: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Piacenza: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Piacenza: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Best Western Park Hotel, Grande Albergo Roma, Hotel Ovest.
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 San Ruffillo is 4 km from Bologna city centre. Public transport options include:
Bologna San Ruffillo has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Bologna San Ruffillo.
Available at Bologna San Ruffillo: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bologna San Ruffillo: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bologna San Ruffillo: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include San Ruffillo House, Hotel Il Guercino, Hotel Porta San Mamolo.
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