- 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
€11
Average price
€18
Fastest journey
1 h 8 m
Average duration
1 h 9 m
Trains per day
48
Distance
119 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Riccione to Bologna is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Riccione to Bologna will cost around €18 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €11.
Of the 48 trains that leave Riccione for Bologna on Thu, Aug 06, 25 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Aug 06 the direct trains cover the 119 km distance in an average of 1 h 9 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 8 m .
On Thu, Aug 06 the slowest trains will take 1 h 11 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 3906
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3926
Regionale Veloce 3908
Regionale TTPER 4230 · Regionale TTPER 17448
Regionale Veloce 3932
FRECCIAROSSA 8830
FRECCIAROSSA 8810
FRECCIAROSSA 9808
FRECCIAROSSA 8828
FRECCIAROSSA 8806Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Riccione to Bologna among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 27m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €11, and a train costs an average of €11.
Distance: 73 miles (119 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€12 Average price | €11 Average price Cheapest | €30 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 57m Average total duration Fastest 1h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 40m Average total duration 2h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 26m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Riccione to Bologna:
A bus is €0.51 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Riccione to Bologna costing on average €12.
Other travel options to Bologna take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 10m.
Tickets start at around €12 compared to roughly €30 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €19. The journey takes 1h 27m versus 1h 26m 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.
Direct services run with Regionale, Intercity, Frecciarossa.
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 Riccione to Bologna trains for today, Wednesday, August 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Regionale Veloce 3906 | 7:50 AM Riccione station | 1h36 | 9:26 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8806 | 8:04 AM Riccione station | 1h11 | 9:15 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Autobus AF002 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3910 | 8:42 AM Riccione | 2h44 | 11:26 AM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3908 | 8:49 AM Riccione station | 1h37 | 10:26 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 604 | 9:38 AM Riccione station | 1h23 | 11:01 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Autobus AF004 · Regionale TTPER 1722 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3912 | 9:42 AM Riccione | 2h44 | 12:26 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3910 | 9:46 AM Riccione station | 1h40 | 11:26 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale TTPER 1722 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3912 | 10:00 AM Riccione station | 2h26 | 12:26 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8810 | 10:06 AM Riccione station | 1h09 | 11:15 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Autobus AF006 · Regionale TTPER 18110 | 10:46 AM Riccione | 2h02 | 12:48 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TTPER 18110 | 11:19 AM Riccione station | 1h29 | 12:48 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Autobus AF008 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3916 | 11:46 AM Riccione | 2h40 | 2:26 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3914+ FRECCIAROSSA 8814 | 11:46 AM Riccione station | 1h29 | 1:15 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3914 | 11:46 AM Riccione station | 1h40 | 1:26 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3916 | 12:46 PM Riccione station | 1h40 | 2:26 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3916+ FRECCIAROSSA 8816 | 12:46 PM Riccione station | 1h29 | 2:15 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Autobus AF012 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3918 | 12:57 PM Riccione | 2h29 | 3:26 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 608 | 1:38 PM Riccione station | 1h22 | 3:00 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Autobus AF014 · Regionale 4238+ FRECCIAROSSA 8820 | 1:46 PM Riccione | 2h29 | 4:15 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3918 | 1:47 PM Riccione station | 1h39 | 3:26 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3918+ FRECCIAROSSA 8818 | 1:47 PM Riccione station | 1h28 | 3:15 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Autobus AF016 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3922 | 2:42 PM Riccione | 2h44 | 5:26 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 4238+ FRECCIAROSSA 8820 | 2:54 PM Riccione station | 1h21 | 4:15 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 4238 · Regionale TTPER 17464 · Regionale TTPER 17554 | 2:54 PM Riccione station | 2h01 | 4:55 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 610 | 3:38 PM Riccione station | 1h22 | 5:00 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3922 | 3:44 PM Riccione station | 1h42 | 5:26 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3922+ FRECCIAROSSA 8824 | 3:44 PM Riccione station | 1h31 | 5:15 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 4486 · Regionale TTPER 17468 · Regionale TTPER 17558 | 4:54 PM Riccione station | 2h01 | 6:55 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Autobus AF022 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3926 | 5:15 PM Riccione | 2h11 | 7:26 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 612 | 5:38 PM Riccione station | 1h23 | 7:01 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3926 | 5:46 PM Riccione station | 1h40 | 7:26 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9808 | 6:06 PM Riccione station | 1h09 | 7:15 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Autobus AF030 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3928 | 6:20 PM Riccione | 2h06 | 8:26 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Autobus AF032 · Regionale 4246 · Regionale TTPER 17452 | 6:30 PM Riccione | 2h18 | 8:48 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3928 | 6:42 PM Riccione station | 1h44 | 8:26 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 4246 · Regionale TTPER 17452 | 6:54 PM Riccione station | 1h54 | 8:48 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8828 | 7:06 PM Riccione station | 1h09 | 8:15 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Autobus AF038 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3930 | 7:24 PM Riccione | 2h02 | 9:26 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 614 | 7:38 PM Riccione station | 1h22 | 9:00 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3930 | 7:44 PM Riccione station | 1h42 | 9:26 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8830 | 9:07 PM Riccione station | 1h08 | 10:15 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3932 | 9:50 PM Riccione station | 1h31 | 11:21 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, August 6 | |||||
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3902+ FRECCIAROSSA 8802 | 5:46 AM Riccione station | 1h29 | 7:15 AM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3902 | 5:46 AM Riccione station | 1h40 | 7:26 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale TTPER 3936 | 6:29 AM Riccione station | 1h17 | 7:46 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3904 | 6:45 AM Riccione station | 1h41 | 8:26 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3904+ FRECCIAROSSA 9802 | 6:45 AM Riccione station | 1h25 | 8:10 AM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TTPER 4230 · Regionale TTPER 17448 | 7:14 AM Riccione station | 1h51 | 9:05 AM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Riccione to Bologna run on average 34 times per day, taking around 1h 27m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €11 if you book in advance.
There are 22 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:46. The fastest train covers the 73 miles (119 km) distance in 1h 9m.
Distance 73 miles (119 km) |
Average train duration 1h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price €11 |
Trains per day 34 |
Direct trains 22 |
Fastest train 1h 9m |
First train 12:02 AM |
Last train 11:46 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 84 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 Riccione 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 Riccione to Bologna trains use the Riccione to Bologna Centrale station pair, with some services arriving at Bologna, Aeroporto. Use this guide to compare Riccione and Bologna train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Riccione 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: Ristorante Canasta, Ristorante Il Portico
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Riccione. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Riccione. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Riccione: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Riccione: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Riccione: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Atlantic, Hotel Nautico, Hotel Mediterraneo.
Riccione, Viale Ascoli Piceno (Aquafan) is 1 km from Riccione city centre. Public transport options include:
Riccione, Viale Ascoli Piceno (Aquafan) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Riccione, Viale Ascoli Piceno (Aquafan). ATMs are available at Riccione, Viale Ascoli Piceno (Aquafan).
Ticket office support is available at Riccione, Viale Ascoli Piceno (Aquafan).
Available at Riccione, Viale Ascoli Piceno (Aquafan): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Riccione, Viale Ascoli Piceno (Aquafan): Wheelchair accessible platform available.
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 S. Vitale is 2 km from Bologna city centre. Public transport options include:
Bologna S. Vitale has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Bologna S. Vitale.
ATMs are available at Bologna S. Vitale.
Available at Bologna S. Vitale: Parking, WC.
Available at Bologna S. Vitale: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bologna S. Vitale: Elevators, ramps.
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