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Pinacoteca Nazionale di Bologna
Major state gallery with important Emilian paintings from the 13th to 18th centuries, including works by Giotto, Raffaello, and the Carracci.
Cheapest price
$28
Average price
$40
Fastest journey
3 h 39 m
Average duration
3 h 47 m
Trains per day
34
Distance
185 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Piombino to Bologna is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Piombino to Bologna will cost around $40 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $28.
It's difficult to get from Piombino to Bologna without transferring at least once.
Regionale Veloce 4030 · Regionale 18491 · Regionale 17834
Regionale Veloce 19498 · Regionale 18493 · Regionale 17838
Regionale Veloce 19498 · Regionale 18474 · Regionale 17834
Regionale Veloce 4048 · Regionale 18482 · Regionale 17844
Regionale Veloce 4030 · Regionale 18492 · Regionale 17828
Regionale Veloce 4060+
FRECCIAROSSA 9592
Regionale Veloce 19498+
FRECCIAROSSA 9584
Regionale 19450 · Regionale Veloce 4016+
FRECCIAROSSA 9516
Regionale Veloce 4060+
FRECCIAROSSA 9592
Regionale Veloce 19498+
FRECCIAROSSA 9584Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Piombino to Bologna among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $28. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 30m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $28, and a train costs an average of $28.
Distance: 114 miles (185 km)
Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
$29 Average price Cheapest | $70 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 0m Average total duration Fastest 4h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 50m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Other travel options to Bologna take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 30m.
Tickets start at around $29 (€23) compared to roughly $70 (€57) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $42 (€34). The journey takes 4h 30m versus 2h 50m 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 Piombino to Bologna trains for tomorrow, Saturday, June 13. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Regionale 19450 · Regionale Veloce 4016+ FRECCIAROSSA 9516 | 6:32 AM Piombino Marittima | 4h01 | 10:33 AM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 19450 · Regionale Veloce 4016+ FRECCIAROSSA 9516 | 6:43 AM Piombino station | 3h50 | 10:33 AM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 4030 · Regionale 18491 · Regionale 17834 | 9:20 AM Piombino Marittima | 7h35 | 4:55 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 4030+ Intercity 588 | 9:20 AM Piombino Marittima | 5h27 | 2:47 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 4030 · Regionale 18492 · Regionale 17828 | 9:20 AM Piombino Marittima | 5h35 | 2:55 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 4030 · Regionale 18492 · Regionale 17828 | 9:20 AM Piombino Marittima | 5h19 | 2:39 PM Bologna San Ruffillo | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 4030+ FRECCIAROSSA 9514 | 9:20 AM Piombino Marittima | 4h13 | 1:33 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 4030+ FRECCIAROSSA 9514 | 9:31 AM Piombino station | 4h02 | 1:33 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 4030 · Regionale 18492 · Regionale 17828 | 9:31 AM Piombino station | 5h08 | 2:39 PM Bologna San Ruffillo | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 4030+ Intercity 588 | 9:31 AM Piombino station | 5h16 | 2:47 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 4030 · Regionale 18491 · Regionale 17834 | 9:31 AM Piombino station | 7h24 | 4:55 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 4030 · Regionale 18492 · Regionale 17828 | 9:31 AM Piombino station | 5h24 | 2:55 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 19498+ Intercity 590 | 11:40 AM Piombino Marittima | 5h10 | 4:50 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 19498 · Regionale 18493 · Regionale 17838 | 11:40 AM Piombino Marittima | 7h15 | 6:55 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 19498+ FRECCIAROSSA 9584 | 11:40 AM Piombino Marittima | 3h53 | 3:33 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 19498 · Regionale 18474 · Regionale 17834 | 11:40 AM Piombino Marittima | 4h59 | 4:39 PM Bologna San Ruffillo | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 19498 · Regionale 18474 · Regionale 17834 | 11:40 AM Piombino Marittima | 5h15 | 4:55 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 19498 · Regionale 18474 · Regionale 17834 | 11:51 AM Piombino station | 5h04 | 4:55 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 19498 · Regionale 18474 · Regionale 17834 | 11:51 AM Piombino station | 4h48 | 4:39 PM Bologna San Ruffillo | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 19498+ Intercity 590 | 11:51 AM Piombino station | 4h59 | 4:50 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 19498 · Regionale 18493 · Regionale 17838 | 11:51 AM Piombino station | 7h04 | 6:55 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 19498+ FRECCIAROSSA 9584 | 11:51 AM Piombino station | 3h42 | 3:33 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 4048 · Regionale 18482 · Regionale 17842 | 3:19 PM Piombino Marittima | 5h06 | 8:25 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 4048 · Regionale 18482 · Regionale 17844 | 3:19 PM Piombino Marittima | 5h50 | 9:09 PM Bologna San Ruffillo | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 4048+ FRECCIAROSSA 9552 | 3:19 PM Piombino Marittima | 4h14 | 7:33 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 4048+ Intercity 592 | 3:19 PM Piombino Marittima | 4h37 | 7:56 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 4048+ FRECCIAROSSA 9552 | 3:31 PM Piombino station | 4h02 | 7:33 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 4048 · Regionale 18482 · Regionale 17844 | 3:31 PM Piombino station | 5h38 | 9:09 PM Bologna San Ruffillo | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 4048+ Intercity 592 | 3:31 PM Piombino station | 4h25 | 7:56 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 4048 · Regionale 18482 · Regionale 17842 | 3:31 PM Piombino station | 4h54 | 8:25 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 4060+ FRECCIAROSSA 9592 | 6:45 PM Piombino Marittima | 3h50 | 10:35 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 4060+ FRECCIAROSSA 9592 | 6:56 PM Piombino station | 3h39 | 10:35 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 19486 · Regionale 17852 | 7:20 PM Piombino Marittima | 4h30 | 11:50 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 19486 · Regionale 17852 | 7:33 PM Piombino station | 4h17 | 11:50 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Piombino to Bologna run on average 24 times per day, taking around 4h 30m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $28 (€23) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 21:57. The fastest train covers the 114 miles (185 km) distance in 4h 53m.
Distance 114 miles (185 km) |
Average train duration 4h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price $28 (€23) |
Trains per day 24 |
Fastest train 4h 53m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 9:57 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 49 days |
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Major state gallery with important Emilian paintings from the 13th to 18th centuries, including works by Giotto, Raffaello, and the Carracci.
Bologna's leading modern and contemporary art museum, known for rotating exhibitions and the Morandi collection.
Important archaeological museum with Egyptian, Etruscan, Greek, and Roman collections in a historic palazzo near Piazza Maggiore.
Bologna's main square and social heart, surrounded by major civic buildings and a natural starting point for exploring the historic center.
Historic central district of narrow lanes behind Piazza Maggiore, popular for its atmosphere, old shops, and lively street scenes.
Famous porticoed route climbing from the city to San Luca, ideal for a memorable walk and one of Bologna's defining urban experiences.
Fresh egg tagliatelle served with Bologna’s classic slow-cooked meat ragù. It is one of the city’s signature dishes and a benchmark of traditional home cooking.
Small ring-shaped pasta filled with meat, traditionally served in rich capon or beef broth. It is a festive Bolognese specialty closely tied to local culinary identity.
Layered pasta baked with ragù, béchamel, and Parmigiano Reggiano, often made with green spinach pasta sheets. It is a classic Sunday and holiday dish in Bologna.
Respected modern trattoria focused on high-quality regional ingredients, excellent pasta, and carefully prepared traditional Emilian dishes.
Well-known pasta shop and eatery specializing in fresh handmade stuffed pasta and traditional sauces, ideal for an informal authentic meal.
Historic Bolognese trattoria known for handmade pasta, tortellini, and other classic local dishes in a warm, traditional setting.
Moderate for Italy: budget eats are reasonable, while central hotels and fine dining cost more.
Service is often included or covered by coperto. Tipping is not required; round up or leave EUR 1-5 for good service. Taxis can be rounded up.
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