The cheapest and fastest trains from Riva del Garda to Bologna
Cheapest price
$17
Average price
$17
Fastest journey
3 h
Average duration
3 h 3 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
160 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Riva del Garda to Bologna is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Riva del Garda to Bologna will cost around $17 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $17.
Of the 2 trains that leave Riva del Garda 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 160 km distance in an average of 3 h 3 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h .
On Fri, Nov 07 the slowest trains will take 3 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 bus and train for Riva del Garda to Bologna
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Riva del Garda to Bologna among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 11m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €9, and a train costs an average of €12.
Distance: 99 miles (160 km)
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€14 Average price | €13 Average price Cheapest |
2h 41m Average total duration Fastest 2h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 30m Average total duration 3h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Riva del Garda to Bologna train times
The table below shows live departures for Riva del Garda 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 12:59 PM Riva del Garda | 3h06 | 4:05 PM Bologna | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, November 7 | |||||
![]() | 8:58 AM Riva del Garda | 3h00 | 11:58 AM Bologna | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Riva del Garda to Bologna
Trains from Riva del Garda to Bologna run on average 54 times per day, taking around 2h 11m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $15 (€12) but you can travel from only $11 (€9) by bus.
There are 13 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 01:20, the last at 22:01. The fastest train covers the 99 miles (160 km) distance in 1h 46m.
Distance 99 miles (160 km) |
Average train duration 2h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price $15 (€12) |
Trains per day 54 |
Direct trains 13 |
Fastest train 1h 46m |
First train 01:20 |
Last train 22:01 |
Train companies: Frecciarossa, Regionale, Italo from Riva del Garda to Bologna trainsFrecciarossa, Regionale, Italo trains will get you between Riva del Garda and Bologna from $11 (€9). 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 Riva del Garda to Bologna
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Riva del Garda 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 Riva del Garda 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
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