The cheapest and fastest trains from Pompei to Bologna
Cheapest price
$60
Average price
$86
Fastest journey
4 h 20 m
Average duration
4 h 43 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
490 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Pompei to Bologna is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Pompei to Bologna will cost around $86 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $60.
Of the 2 trains that leave Pompei for Bologna on Fri, Nov 07, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Nov 07 the direct trains cover the 490 km distance in an average of 4 h 43 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 20 m .
On Fri, Nov 07 the slowest trains will take 5 h 6 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.




Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Pompei to Bologna
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Pompei to Bologna among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €21. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 6h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €21, and a flight costs an average of €109.
Distance: 304 miles (490 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€67 Average price | €33 Average price Cheapest | €217 Average price |
7h 48m Average total duration 7h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 40m Average total duration Fastest 6h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 17m Average total duration 10h 17m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Pompei to Bologna train times
The table below shows live departures for Pompei to Bologna trains for today, Thursday, November 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Autobus NA06M+ Intercity 510 · Intercity 588 | 4:50 AM Pompei station | 10h59 | 3:49 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Autobus NA06M+ FRECCIAROSSA 8506 | 4:50 AM Pompei station | 5h23 | 10:13 AM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Autobus NA92M+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9622 | 5:50 AM Pompei station | 5h03 | 10:53 AM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Autobus NA94M+ FRECCIAROSSA 9524 · FRECCIAROSSA 9624 | 6:20 AM Pompei station | 5h03 | 11:23 AM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Autobus NA94M+ FRECCIAROSSA 9524 | 6:20 AM Pompei station | 5h13 | 11:33 AM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Autobus NA63M+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 8509 | 7:10 AM Pompei station | 5h03 | 12:13 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Metropolitano 21305+ FRECCIAROSSA 8418 · FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9630 | 7:37 AM Pompei station | 5h16 | 12:53 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Metropolitano 21305+ FRECCIAROSSA 8418 | 7:37 AM Pompei station | 5h21 | 12:58 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
POMPEI LINK NP04 · Metropolitano 21309+ FRECCIAROSSA 9584 | 8:25 AM Pompei Scavi - Villa Dei Misteri | 6h08 | 2:33 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Metropolitano 21309+ FRECCIAROSSA 9584 | 8:37 AM Pompei station | 5h56 | 2:33 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Metropolitano 21313 · Regionale 5346+ FRECCIAROSSA 9540 | 9:37 AM Pompei station | 5h56 | 3:33 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
POMPEI LINK NP14 · Metropolitano 21317+ FRECCIAROSSA 9642 | 10:55 AM Pompei Scavi - Villa Dei Misteri | 4h58 | 3:53 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Metropolitano 21317+ FRECCIAROSSA 9642 | 11:07 AM Pompei station | 4h46 | 3:53 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
POMPEI LINK NP16 · Metropolitano 21319+ FRECCIAROSSA 9588 | 11:25 AM Pompei Scavi - Villa Dei Misteri | 6h08 | 5:33 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Metropolitano 21319+ FRECCIAROSSA 9588 | 11:37 AM Pompei station | 5h56 | 5:33 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
POMPEI LINK NP20 · Metropolitano 21321+ FRECCIAROSSA 9552 | 12:25 PM Pompei Scavi - Villa Dei Misteri | 6h08 | 6:33 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Metropolitano 21321+ FRECCIAROSSA 9552 | 12:37 PM Pompei station | 5h56 | 6:33 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Metropolitano 21323 · Regionale 5226+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9652 | 1:07 PM Pompei station | 5h16 | 6:23 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
POMPEI LINK NP22 · Metropolitano 21327+ FRECCIAROSSA 9658 | 1:45 PM Pompei Scavi - Villa Dei Misteri | 5h08 | 6:53 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Metropolitano 21327+ FRECCIAROSSA 9658 | 2:07 PM Pompei station | 4h46 | 6:53 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
POMPEI LINK NP26 · Autobus NA98M+ FRECCIAROSSA 9668 | 2:50 PM Pompei Scavi - Villa Dei Misteri | 6h03 | 8:53 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Autobus NA98M+ FRECCIAROSSA 9668 | 3:50 PM Pompei station | 5h03 | 8:53 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
POMPEI LINK NP28 · Autobus NA02M+ FRECCIAROSSA 9592 | 3:50 PM Pompei Scavi - Villa Dei Misteri | 5h45 | 9:35 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Autobus NA02M+ FRECCIAROSSA 9592 | 4:20 PM Pompei station | 5h15 | 9:35 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Itabus | 1014 · 9962 | 4:45 PM Pompei | 5h18 | 10:03 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Autobus NA04M+ Intercity 724+ InterCityNotte 774 | 4:50 PM Pompei station | 10h54 | 3:44 AM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Metropolitano 21339+ FRECCIARGENTO 8332+ InterCityNotte 774 | 5:37 PM Pompei station | 10h07 | 3:44 AM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Metropolitano 21341+ InterCityNotte 798+ Regionale TTPER 17425 | 6:07 PM Pompei station | 13h39 | 7:46 AM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Pompei to Bologna
Distance 304 miles (490 km) |
Average train duration 7h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price $50 (€41) |
Trains per day 10 |
Fastest train 4h 33m |
First train 00:01 |
Last train 23:39 |
Key Takeaways
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from Pompei to Bologna start from as low as $50 (€41) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $82 (€67) depending on the train type and class.
Train companies: Frecciarossa, Italo, Intercity Notte from Pompei to Bologna trainsFrecciarossa, Italo, Intercity Notte trains will get you between Pompei and Bologna from $26 (€21). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Pompei to Bologna
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Pompei 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.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Pompei to Bologna
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available near the station with limited spaces.
- Ristorante Garum
- Add'u Mimi
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Hotel Palma
- Hotel Diana Pompei
- Hotel Forum
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and platforms
- Hall 2: waiting area and restrooms
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Circumvesuviana line
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Parking is available nearby, but not directly at the station.
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Located near the entrance
- The station is a small, single-level building with two platforms serving the Circumvesuviana line.
- Circumvesuviana: Naples-Sorrento line
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00
- Free Wi-Fi.
- Luggage facility, open daily from 07:00 to 22:00, is located in front of binario 7 Ovest (Track 7 West).
- Burger King
- A Cafè
- VyTA Boulangerie
- Venchi
- Scambio
- Juice Bar
- KFC
- Dispensa Emilia
- Lavazza
- Mokà
- & more
- 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.
- Starhotels Excelsior
- Millenn Hotel Bologna
- UNA Hotels
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00
- Customer service center is on the ground floor and open every day from 06:30 to 23:00.
- Bus lines: 21, 25, 30, 36, 61, 62, 77, BLQ
- Monorail lines: Marconi Express
- Train lines: FR, FA, FB, IC, ICN, R, Italo, ÖBB EC, EN
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Saturday
- Closed on Sunday
- Parking is available near the station, with spaces for short-term and long-term parking.
- CA.FÉ MAZZINI
- Gelateria Mazzini
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- €1
- Hotel Camplus Mazzini
- Hotel Blumen
- Hotel Sant'Orsola City House
- The station has a simple layout with two platforms serving regional trains.
- Bus: Several local bus lines available
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