The cheapest and fastest trains from Portofino to Bologna
Cheapest price
$29
Average price
$59
Fastest journey
3 h 17 m
Average duration
3 h 21 m
Trains per day
126
Distance
170 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Portofino to Bologna is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Portofino to Bologna will cost around $59 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $29.
It's difficult to get from Portofino to Bologna without transferring at least once.
Regionale Veloce 12321 · Regionale TTPER 19246 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3927
Regionale 12381 · Regionale 19254 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3937
Regionale 12437 · Regionale Veloce 3283 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 2485
Regionale Veloce 3265 · Regionale 19248 · Regionale Veloce 3929
Regionale Veloce 3273 · Regionale 19256 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3939
Intercity 652+
FRECCIAROSSA 9519
FRECCIABIANCA 8605+
TUSCANY LINE 4018+
FRECCIAROSSA 9490
FRECCIABIANCA 8619+
Regionale Veloce 4046+
FRECCIAROSSA 9428
Intercity 670+
Regionale TRENORD 10470+
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9323
Intercity 652+
FRECCIAROSSA 9519Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Portofino to Bologna
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Portofino to Bologna among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €13. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 3h 43m. 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 bus costs an average of €13, and a flight costs an average of €57.
Distance: 105 miles (170 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
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€23 Average price | €19 Average price Cheapest | €168 Average price |
4h 18m Average total duration 3h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 13m Average total duration Fastest 3h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 14m Average total duration 9h 14m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Portofino to Bologna train times
The table below shows live departures for Portofino 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 5:51 PM Portofino | 4h42 | 10:33 PM Bologna | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, November 7 | |||||
Regionale Veloce 3016+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9611 | 3:51 AM Rapallo station | 4h13 | 8:04 AM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3016 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 2067 | 3:51 AM Rapallo station | 4h34 | 8:25 AM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3016+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9611 | 3:55 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 4h09 | 8:04 AM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3016 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 2067 | 3:55 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 4h30 | 8:25 AM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 12213 · Regionale TTPER 19234 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3911 | 4:28 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 4h57 | 9:25 AM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 12213 · Regionale TTPER 19234 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3911 | 4:32 AM Rapallo station | 4h53 | 9:25 AM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 12310+ Intercity 652+ FRECCIAROSSA 9519 | 4:41 AM Zoagli station | 3h43 | 8:24 AM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 652 · Intercity 607 | 5:01 AM Rapallo station | 5h55 | 10:56 AM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 652+ FRECCIAROSSA 9519 | 5:01 AM Rapallo station | 3h23 | 8:24 AM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 652+ Regionale TTPER 2069 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3911 | 5:01 AM Rapallo station | 4h24 | 9:25 AM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
9998 · 9923 | 5:04 AM Genoa Brignole | 4h50 | 9:54 AM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 652 · Intercity 607 | 5:07 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 5h49 | 10:56 AM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 652+ FRECCIAROSSA 9519 | 5:07 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 3h17 | 8:24 AM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 652+ Regionale TTPER 2069 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3911 | 5:07 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 4h18 | 9:25 AM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 22820+ Intercity 653+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9391 | 5:08 AM Rapallo station | 4h01 | 9:09 AM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
9998 · 9923 | 5:11 AM Genoa Piazza Principe | 4h43 | 9:54 AM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 22820+ Intercity 653+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9391 | 5:13 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 3h56 | 9:09 AM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 3360 · Regionale Veloce 3019+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9619 | 5:36 AM Zoagli station | 4h28 | 10:04 AM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 3360 · Regionale Veloce 3019 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 2459 | 5:36 AM Zoagli station | 5h36 | 11:12 AM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 3360 · Regionale Veloce 3019+ Intercity 607 | 5:36 AM Zoagli station | 5h20 | 10:56 AM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 3257 · Regionale TTPER 19238 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3915 | 5:37 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 4h48 | 10:25 AM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 3257 · Regionale TTPER 19238 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3915 | 5:41 AM Rapallo station | 4h44 | 10:25 AM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 3360 · Regionale Veloce 3019 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 2459 | 5:45 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 5h27 | 11:12 AM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 3360 · Regionale Veloce 3019+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9619 | 5:45 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 4h19 | 10:04 AM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 3360 · Regionale Veloce 3019+ Intercity 607 | 5:45 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 5h11 | 10:56 AM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 22824+ Intercity 658+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9623 | 5:51 AM Zoagli station | 5h13 | 11:04 AM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 658+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9623 | 6:33 AM Rapallo station | 4h31 | 11:04 AM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIABIANCA 8605+ TUSCANY LINE 4018+ FRECCIAROSSA 9490 | 6:37 AM Rapallo station | 3h21 | 9:58 AM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 658+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9623 | 6:39 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 4h25 | 11:04 AM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 658 · Intercity 609 | 6:39 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 6h17 | 12:56 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 658+ Regionale TRENORD 10458+ FRECCIAROSSA 9311 | 6:39 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 3h30 | 10:09 AM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIARGENTO 8551+ TUSCANY LINE 4020+ FRECCIAROSSA 9520 | 6:57 AM Rapallo station | 3h36 | 10:33 AM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 12321 · Regionale TTPER 19246 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3927 | 6:59 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 7h26 | 2:25 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 12321 · Regionale TTPER 19246 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3927 | 7:03 AM Rapallo station | 7h22 | 2:25 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 12321 · Regionale TTPER 19246 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3927 | 7:08 AM Zoagli station | 7h17 | 2:25 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 12214+ Intercity 662 · Intercity 609 | 7:13 AM Zoagli station | 5h43 | 12:56 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 12214+ Intercity 662+ FRECCIAROSSA 9587 | 7:13 AM Zoagli station | 4h11 | 11:24 AM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 12214+ Intercity 662+ FRECCIAROSSA 9587 | 7:22 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 4h02 | 11:24 AM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 651+ TUSCANY LINE 4026+ FRECCIAROSSA 9524 | 7:24 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 4h09 | 11:33 AM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 651+ TUSCANY LINE 18511 · Autobus FI50V | 7:24 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 5h26 | 12:50 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 651+ TUSCANY LINE 18511 · Autobus FI50V | 7:29 AM Rapallo station | 5h21 | 12:50 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 662+ FRECCIAROSSA 9587 | 7:33 AM Rapallo station | 3h51 | 11:24 AM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 662 · Intercity 609 | 7:33 AM Rapallo station | 5h23 | 12:56 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 505+ TUSCANY LINE 4030+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9514 | 8:22 AM Rapallo station | 4h11 | 12:33 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 12356 · Regionale TTPER 2078 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3927 | 9:04 AM Zoagli station | 5h21 | 2:25 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 12356 · Regionale TTPER 2078 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3927 | 9:10 AM Rapallo station | 5h15 | 2:25 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 12356 · Regionale TTPER 2078 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3927 | 9:14 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 5h11 | 2:25 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 657+ TUSCANY LINE 4032+ FRECCIAROSSA 9532 | 9:16 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 4h17 | 1:33 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 657+ Regionale TTPER 19246 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3927 | 9:16 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 5h09 | 2:25 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 657+ Regionale TTPER 19246 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3927 | 9:21 AM Rapallo station | 5h04 | 2:25 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 657+ TUSCANY LINE 4032+ FRECCIAROSSA 9532 | 9:21 AM Rapallo station | 4h12 | 1:33 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 12366+ Intercity 666 · Intercity 613 | 10:04 AM Zoagli station | 6h48 | 4:52 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 12366+ Intercity 666+ FRECCIAROSSA 9543 | 10:04 AM Zoagli station | 4h20 | 2:24 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3265+ Intercity 666+ FRECCIAROSSA 9543 | 10:15 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 4h09 | 2:24 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3265 · Regionale 19248 · Regionale Veloce 3929 | 10:15 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 5h10 | 3:25 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3265 · Regionale 19248 · Regionale Veloce 3929 | 10:19 AM Rapallo station | 5h06 | 3:25 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 666 · Intercity 613 | 10:41 AM Rapallo station | 6h11 | 4:52 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 666+ FRECCIAROSSA 9543 | 10:41 AM Rapallo station | 3h43 | 2:24 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 12370+ Intercity 745+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9547 | 10:51 AM Rapallo station | 4h33 | 3:24 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 12370+ Intercity 745+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9547 | 10:55 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 4h29 | 3:24 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 12376 · Regionale Veloce 3032 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 2471 | 11:04 AM Zoagli station | 6h08 | 5:12 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 12376 · Regionale Veloce 3032+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9643 | 11:04 AM Zoagli station | 4h30 | 3:34 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3266 · Regionale Veloce 3032+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9643 | 11:42 AM Rapallo station | 3h52 | 3:34 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3266 · Regionale Veloce 3032 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 2471 | 11:42 AM Rapallo station | 5h30 | 5:12 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3266 · Regionale Veloce 3032 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 2471 | 11:46 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 5h26 | 5:12 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3266 · Regionale Veloce 3032+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9643 | 11:46 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 3h48 | 3:34 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 511+ Regionale Veloce 4040+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9423 | 12:03 PM Rapallo station | 3h55 | 3:58 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 511+ Regionale TTPER 19250 · Regionale Veloce 3931 | 12:03 PM Rapallo station | 4h22 | 4:25 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 12386+ Intercity 670+ FRECCIAROSSA 9551 | 12:04 PM Zoagli station | 4h20 | 4:24 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 12386+ Intercity 670 · Intercity 599 | 12:04 PM Zoagli station | 5h46 | 5:50 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3269 · Regionale TTPER 19252 · Regionale TTPER 3933 | 12:15 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 5h05 | 5:20 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3269 · Regionale TTPER 19252 · Regionale TTPER 3933 | 12:19 PM Rapallo station | 5h01 | 5:20 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 670 · Intercity 599 | 12:41 PM Rapallo station | 5h09 | 5:50 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 670+ FRECCIAROSSA 9551 | 12:41 PM Rapallo station | 3h43 | 4:24 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 670+ Regionale TRENORD 10470+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9323 | 12:41 PM Rapallo station | 3h28 | 4:09 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 670+ FRECCIAROSSA 9551 | 12:46 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 3h38 | 4:24 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 670 · Intercity 599 | 12:46 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 5h04 | 5:50 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 670+ Regionale TRENORD 10470+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9323 | 12:46 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 3h23 | 4:09 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 12381 · Regionale 19254 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3937 | 1:03 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 5h22 | 6:25 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 12396 · Regionale Veloce 3035+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9653 | 1:04 PM Zoagli station | 5h00 | 6:04 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 12381 · Regionale 19254 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3937 | 1:08 PM Rapallo station | 5h17 | 6:25 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 12381 · Regionale 19254 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3937 | 1:13 PM Zoagli station | 5h12 | 6:25 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 665+ Regionale 19254 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3937 | 1:16 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 5h09 | 6:25 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 665+ Regionale 19254 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3937 | 1:21 PM Rapallo station | 5h04 | 6:25 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 510+ Regionale Veloce 3035 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 2475 | 2:00 PM Rapallo station | 5h22 | 7:22 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 12406 · Regionale TTPER 2090 | 2:04 PM Zoagli station | 6h21 | 8:25 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 12406+ Intercity 674+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9559 | 2:04 PM Zoagli station | 4h20 | 6:24 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3273 · Regionale 19256 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3939 | 2:15 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 5h10 | 7:25 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3273 · Regionale 19256 · Regionale TTPER 2091 | 2:15 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 6h10 | 8:25 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3273 · Regionale 19256 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3939 | 2:19 PM Rapallo station | 5h06 | 7:25 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3273 · Regionale 19256 · Regionale TTPER 2091 | 2:19 PM Rapallo station | 6h06 | 8:25 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Portofino to Bologna
Distance 105 miles (170 km) |
Average train duration 3h 48m |
Cheapest ticket price $29 (€23) |
Trains per day 106 |
Fastest train 4h 21m |
First train 00:14 |
Last train 23:39 |
Key Takeaways
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from Portofino to Bologna start from as low as $29 (€23) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $29 (€23) depending on the train type and class.
Train companies: Regionale, Intercity, Intercity Notte from Portofino to Bologna trainsRegionale, Intercity, Intercity Notte trains will get you between Portofino and Bologna from $17 (€13). 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 Portofino to Bologna
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Portofino 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 Portofino to Bologna
- 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 - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available near the station with several spaces for short-term and long-term parking.
- Ristorante Il Patio
- Trattoria Bonora
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Flyon Hotel
- Hotel Bologna Airport
- Hotel Del Borgo
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and platforms
- Hall 2: waiting area and restrooms
- Bus: Several lines available connecting to Bologna city center
- Taxi services available
- Free parking available near the station
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- Free of charge
- San Ruffillo House
- Hotel Il Guercino
- Hotel Porta San Mamolo
- The station has a simple layout with two platforms and a small waiting area.
- Bus: Several local bus lines available
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