- 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.
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 €48 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €24.
It's difficult to get from Portofino to Bologna without transferring at least 2 times.
Regionale Veloce 12321 · Regionale TTPER 19246 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3927
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Regionale 12381 · Regionale 19254 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3937
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Regionale 12437 · Regionale Veloce 3283 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 2485
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Regionale 12381 · Regionale 19254 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3937
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Regionale Veloce 3265 · Regionale 19248 · Regionale Veloce 3929
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Intercity 670+
Regionale TRENORD 2332+
FRECCIAROSSA 9323
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Intercity 670+
Regionale TRENORD 2332+
FRECCIAROSSA 9323
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Intercity 658+
Regionale TRENORD 2320+
FRECCIAROSSA 9311
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Regionale Veloce 4018+
FRECCIAROSSA 9490+
FRECCIABIANCA 8605
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Regionale Veloce 4046+
FRECCIAROSSA 9428+
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Trains from Portofino to Bologna run on average 95 times per day, taking around 4h 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €16 but you can travel from only €13 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:14, the last at 23:39. The fastest train covers the 105 miles (170 km) distance in 3h 3m.
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The table below shows live departures for Portofino to Bologna trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, November 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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Regionale Veloce 3016+ FRECCIAROSSA 9611 | 4:51 AM Rapallo station | 4h13 | 9:04 AM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3016 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 2067 | 4:51 AM Rapallo station | 4h34 | 9:25 AM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3016+ FRECCIAROSSA 9611 | 4:55 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 4h09 | 9:04 AM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3016 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 2067 | 4:55 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 4h30 | 9:25 AM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 12213 · Regionale TTPER 19234 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3911 | 5:28 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 4h57 | 10:25 AM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 12213 · Regionale TTPER 19234 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3911 | 5:33 AM Rapallo station | 4h52 | 10:25 AM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 12310+ Intercity 652+ FRECCIAROSSA 9615 | 5:41 AM Zoagli station | 4h23 | 10:04 AM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 652+ FRECCIAROSSA 9615 | 6:01 AM Rapallo station | 4h03 | 10:04 AM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 652+ Regionale TTPER 2069 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3911 | 6:01 AM Rapallo station | 4h24 | 10:25 AM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
9998 · 9923 | 6:05 AM Genoa Brignole | 4h49 | 10:54 AM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 652+ Regionale TTPER 2069 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3911 | 6:07 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 4h18 | 10:25 AM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 652+ FRECCIAROSSA 9615 | 6:07 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 3h57 | 10:04 AM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 22820+ Intercity 653+ FRECCIAROSSA 9391 | 6:08 AM Rapallo station | 4h01 | 10:09 AM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
9998 · 9923 | 6:12 AM Genoa Piazza Principe | 4h42 | 10:54 AM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 22820+ Intercity 653+ FRECCIAROSSA 9391 | 6:13 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 3h56 | 10:09 AM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 12316 · Regionale 3257 · Regionale TTPER 19238 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3915 | 6:23 AM Zoagli station | 5h02 | 11:25 AM Bologna Centrale | 3 transfers | |
Regionale 3360 · Regionale Veloce 3019 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 2459 | 6:36 AM Zoagli station | 5h34 | 12:10 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 3360 · Regionale Veloce 3019+ Intercity 607 | 6:36 AM Zoagli station | 5h20 | 11:56 AM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 3360 · Regionale Veloce 3019+ FRECCIAROSSA 9619 | 6:36 AM Zoagli station | 4h28 | 11:04 AM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 3257 · Regionale TTPER 19238 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3915 | 6:37 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 4h48 | 11:25 AM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 3257 · Regionale TTPER 19238 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3915 | 6:41 AM Rapallo station | 4h44 | 11:25 AM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 3360 · Regionale Veloce 3019 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 2459 | 6:45 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 5h25 | 12:10 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 3360 · Regionale Veloce 3019+ Intercity 607 | 6:45 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 5h11 | 11:56 AM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 3360 · Regionale Veloce 3019+ FRECCIAROSSA 9619 | 6:45 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 4h19 | 11:04 AM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 22824+ Intercity 658+ FRECCIAROSSA 9623 | 6:51 AM Zoagli station | 5h13 | 12:04 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIABIANCA 8605+ Regionale Veloce 4018+ FRECCIAROSSA 9490 | 7:28 AM Rapallo station | 3h30 | 10:58 AM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 658+ Regionale TRENORD 2320+ FRECCIAROSSA 9311 | 7:33 AM Rapallo station | 3h36 | 11:09 AM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 658+ FRECCIAROSSA 9623 | 7:33 AM Rapallo station | 4h31 | 12:04 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 658+ Regionale TRENORD 2320+ FRECCIAROSSA 9311 | 7:39 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 3h30 | 11:09 AM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 658+ FRECCIAROSSA 9623 | 7:39 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 4h25 | 12:04 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 658 · Intercity 609 | 7:39 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 6h17 | 1:56 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8551+ Regionale Veloce 4020+ FRECCIAROSSA 9520 | 7:41 AM Rapallo station | 3h52 | 11:33 AM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 12321 · Regionale TTPER 19246 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3927 | 7:59 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 7h26 | 3:25 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 12321 · Regionale TTPER 19246 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3927 | 8:03 AM Rapallo station | 7h22 | 3:25 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 12321 · Regionale TTPER 19246 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3927 | 8:08 AM Zoagli station | 7h17 | 3:25 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 12214+ Intercity 662 · Intercity 609 | 8:13 AM Zoagli station | 5h43 | 1:56 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 12214+ Intercity 662+ FRECCIAROSSA 9625 | 8:13 AM Zoagli station | 4h21 | 12:34 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 651+ Regionale 18511 · Regionale 17822 | 8:24 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 4h31 | 12:55 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 651+ Regionale Veloce 4026+ FRECCIAROSSA 9524 | 8:24 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 4h09 | 12:33 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 651+ Regionale 18511 · Regionale 17822 | 8:29 AM Rapallo station | 4h26 | 12:55 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 662 · Intercity 609 | 8:33 AM Rapallo station | 5h23 | 1:56 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 662+ S13 TRENORD 24334+ FRECCIAROSSA 9587 | 8:33 AM Rapallo station | 3h51 | 12:24 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 662+ FRECCIAROSSA 9625 | 8:33 AM Rapallo station | 4h01 | 12:34 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 505+ Regionale Veloce 4030+ FRECCIAROSSA 9514 | 9:22 AM Rapallo station | 4h11 | 1:33 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 505+ Regionale 18288+ Intercity 588 | 9:22 AM Rapallo station | 5h25 | 2:47 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 12356 · Regionale TTPER 2078 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 2467 | 10:04 AM Zoagli station | 6h06 | 4:10 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 12356 · Regionale Veloce 3028+ FRECCIAROSSA 9637 | 10:04 AM Zoagli station | 5h00 | 3:04 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 657+ Regionale TTPER 19246 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3927 | 10:16 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 5h09 | 3:25 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 657+ Regionale TTPER 19246 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3927 | 10:21 AM Rapallo station | 5h04 | 3:25 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3261 · Regionale Veloce 3028 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 2467 | 10:54 AM Rapallo station | 5h16 | 4:10 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3261 · Regionale Veloce 3028+ FRECCIAROSSA 9637 | 10:54 AM Rapallo station | 4h10 | 3:04 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3261 · Regionale Veloce 3028+ FRECCIAROSSA 9637 | 10:58 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 4h06 | 3:04 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3261 · Regionale Veloce 3028 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 2467 | 10:58 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 5h12 | 4:10 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 12366+ Intercity 666+ FRECCIAROSSA 9639 | 11:04 AM Zoagli station | 4h30 | 3:34 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 12366+ Intercity 666 · Intercity 613 | 11:04 AM Zoagli station | 6h50 | 5:54 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3265 · Regionale 19248 · Regionale Veloce 3929 | 11:15 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 5h10 | 4:25 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3265+ Intercity 666+ FRECCIAROSSA 9639 | 11:15 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 4h19 | 3:34 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3265 · Regionale 19248 · Regionale Veloce 3929 | 11:19 AM Rapallo station | 5h06 | 4:25 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 666+ FRECCIAROSSA 9639 | 11:39 AM Rapallo station | 3h55 | 3:34 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 666+ Regionale TRENORD 2328+ FRECCIAROSSA 9543 | 11:39 AM Rapallo station | 3h45 | 3:24 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 666 · Intercity 613 | 11:39 AM Rapallo station | 6h15 | 5:54 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 12370 · Regionale Veloce 3030+ Intercity 613 | 11:55 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 5h59 | 5:54 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 12370 · Regionale Veloce 3030+ FRECCIAROSSA 9321 | 11:55 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 4h14 | 4:09 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3030+ FRECCIAROSSA 9321+ InterCityNotte 794 | 12:02 PM Rapallo station | 4h07 | 4:09 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 12376 · Regionale Veloce 3032+ FRECCIAROSSA 9643 | 12:04 PM Zoagli station | 4h30 | 4:34 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 12376 · Regionale Veloce 3032 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 2471 | 12:04 PM Zoagli station | 6h06 | 6:10 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3266 · Regionale Veloce 3032 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 2471 | 12:42 PM Rapallo station | 5h28 | 6:10 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3266 · Regionale Veloce 3032+ FRECCIAROSSA 9643 | 12:42 PM Rapallo station | 3h52 | 4:34 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3266 · Regionale Veloce 3032+ FRECCIAROSSA 9643 | 12:46 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 3h48 | 4:34 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3266 · Regionale Veloce 3032 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 2471 | 12:46 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 5h24 | 6:10 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 511+ Regionale TTPER 19250 · Regionale Veloce 3931 | 1:03 PM Rapallo station | 4h22 | 5:25 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 511+ Regionale Veloce 4040+ FRECCIAROSSA 9423 | 1:03 PM Rapallo station | 3h55 | 4:58 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 12386+ Intercity 670+ FRECCIAROSSA 9647 | 1:04 PM Zoagli station | 4h30 | 5:34 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3269 · Regionale TTPER 19252 · Regionale TTPER 3933 | 1:15 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 5h05 | 6:20 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3269 · Regionale TTPER 19252 · Regionale TTPER 3933 | 1:19 PM Rapallo station | 5h01 | 6:20 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 670+ Regionale TTPER 2473 · Regionale TTPER 17419 | 1:41 PM Rapallo station | 5h29 | 7:10 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 670+ Regionale TRENORD 2332+ FRECCIAROSSA 9323 | 1:41 PM Rapallo station | 3h28 | 5:09 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 670 · Intercity 599 | 1:41 PM Rapallo station | 6h21 | 8:02 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 670+ FRECCIAROSSA 9647 | 1:41 PM Rapallo station | 3h53 | 5:34 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 670+ Regionale TRENORD 2332+ FRECCIAROSSA 9323 | 1:46 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 3h23 | 5:09 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 670+ Regionale TTPER 2473 · Regionale TTPER 17419 | 1:46 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 5h24 | 7:10 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 670 · Intercity 599 | 1:46 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 6h16 | 8:02 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 670+ FRECCIAROSSA 9647 | 1:46 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 3h48 | 5:34 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 12390 · Regionale Veloce 3034+ FRECCIAROSSA 9325 | 1:51 PM Rapallo station | 4h18 | 6:09 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 12390 · Regionale Veloce 3034+ FRECCIAROSSA 9325 | 1:55 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 4h14 | 6:09 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 12381 · Regionale 19254 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3937 | 2:03 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 5h22 | 7:25 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 12396 · Regionale Veloce 3021+ FRECCIAROSSA 9653 | 2:04 PM Zoagli station | 5h00 | 7:04 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 12381 · Regionale 19254 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3937 | 2:08 PM Rapallo station | 5h17 | 7:25 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 12381 · Regionale 19254 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3937 | 2:13 PM Zoagli station | 5h12 | 7:25 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 12396 · Regionale Veloce 3021 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 2475 | 2:14 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 6h02 | 8:16 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 665+ Regionale 19254 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3937 | 2:18 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 5h07 | 7:25 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 665+ Regionale 19254 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3937 | 2:23 PM Rapallo station | 5h02 | 7:25 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 12406+ Intercity 674+ FRECCIAROSSA 9657 | 3:04 PM Zoagli station | 4h30 | 7:34 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 12406 · Regionale TTPER 2090 | 3:04 PM Zoagli station | 6h21 | 9:25 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3273 · Regionale 19256 · Regionale TTPER 2091 | 3:15 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 6h10 | 9:25 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3273 · Regionale 19256 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3939 | 3:15 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 5h10 | 8:25 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3273 · Regionale 19256 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3939 | 3:19 PM Rapallo station | 5h06 | 8:25 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3273 · Regionale 19256 · Regionale TTPER 2091 | 3:19 PM Rapallo station | 6h06 | 9:25 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIABIANCA 8619+ Regionale Veloce 4046+ FRECCIAROSSA 9428 | 3:25 PM Rapallo station | 3h33 | 6:58 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 674+ Regionale Veloce TTPER 2477 | 3:41 PM Rapallo station | 5h24 | 9:05 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 674+ FRECCIAROSSA 9657 | 3:41 PM Rapallo station | 3h53 | 7:34 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 674+ Regionale TRENORD 2336+ FRECCIAROSSA 9559 | 3:41 PM Rapallo station | 3h43 | 7:24 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 674+ Regionale TRENORD 2336+ FRECCIAROSSA 9559 | 3:46 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 3h38 | 7:24 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 674+ Regionale Veloce TTPER 2477 | 3:46 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 5h19 | 9:05 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 674+ FRECCIAROSSA 9657 | 3:46 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 3h48 | 7:34 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 12410 · Regionale TTPER 2090 | 3:51 PM Rapallo station | 5h34 | 9:25 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 12410 · Regionale TTPER 2090 | 3:55 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 5h30 | 9:25 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 12410 · Regionale Veloce 3038+ FRECCIAROSSA 9329 | 3:55 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 4h14 | 8:09 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 510+ Regionale TTPER 2090 | 4:00 PM Rapallo station | 5h25 | 9:25 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 510+ Regionale Veloce 3038+ FRECCIAROSSA 9329 | 4:00 PM Rapallo station | 4h09 | 8:09 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 12416 · Regionale Veloce 3040 · Regionale TTPER 2091 | 4:07 PM Zoagli station | 5h18 | 9:25 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 669+ Regionale Veloce 4052+ Intercity 596 | 4:21 PM Rapallo station | 4h21 | 8:42 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3274 · Regionale Veloce 3040 · Regionale TTPER 2091 | 4:42 PM Rapallo station | 4h43 | 9:25 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3274 · Regionale Veloce 3040 · Regionale TTPER 2091 | 4:46 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 4h39 | 9:25 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 12426+ Intercity 680+ FRECCIAROSSA 9567 | 5:04 PM Zoagli station | 4h20 | 9:24 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3277 · Regionale TTPER 19260 · Regionale TTPER 3943 | 5:15 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 5h12 | 10:27 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3277 · Regionale TTPER 19260 · Regionale TTPER 3943 | 5:19 PM Rapallo station | 5h08 | 10:27 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 680+ FRECCIAROSSA 9567 | 5:41 PM Rapallo station | 3h43 | 9:24 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 680+ BUS L757B+ Regionale TTPER 3943 | 5:41 PM Rapallo station | 4h46 | 10:27 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 680+ FRECCIAROSSA 9567 | 5:46 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 3h38 | 9:24 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 680+ BUS L757B+ Regionale TTPER 3943 | 5:46 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 4h41 | 10:27 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 22879 · Regionale TTPER 19262 · Regionale TTPER 3945 | 6:09 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 5h19 | 11:28 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 22879 · Regionale TTPER 19262 · Regionale TTPER 3945 | 6:14 PM Rapallo station | 5h14 | 11:28 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 673+ Regionale TTPER 19262 · Regionale TTPER 3945 | 6:16 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 5h12 | 11:28 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 673+ Regionale Veloce 4060+ FRECCIAROSSA 9592 | 6:16 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 4h19 | 10:35 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 673+ Regionale Veloce 4060+ FRECCIAROSSA 9592 | 6:21 PM Rapallo station | 4h14 | 10:35 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 673+ Regionale TTPER 19262 · Regionale TTPER 3945 | 6:21 PM Rapallo station | 5h07 | 11:28 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 12437 · Regionale Veloce 3283 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 2485 | 7:51 PM Zoagli station | 4h42 | 12:33 AM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 12456 · Regionale Veloce 3283 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 2485 | 8:05 PM Zoagli station | 4h28 | 12:33 AM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3283 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 2485 | 8:09 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 4h24 | 12:33 AM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3283 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 2485 | 8:14 PM Rapallo station | 4h19 | 12:33 AM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18252+ FRECCIAROSSA 9504+ InterCityNotte 899 | 10:55 PM Rapallo station | 8h33 | 7:28 AM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
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Trains from Portofino to Bologna with Regionale, Intercity, and Intercity Notte. Night trains available on this route with Intercity Notte. High-speed trains available on this route with Frecciabianca, Frecciargento, and Frecciarossa. Regional trains available on this route with Regionale. Use the details below to compare onboard facilities.
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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.
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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.

Most Portofino to Bologna trains use the to Bologna Centrale station pair, with some services arriving at Bologna, Aeroporto. Use this guide to compare Portofino and Bologna train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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 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.