The cheapest and fastest trains from San Donato Milanese to Bologna Centrale
Cheapest price
$23
Average price
$37
Fastest journey
1 h 14 m
Average duration
1 h 18 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
192 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from San Donato Milanese to Bologna Centrale is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from San Donato Milanese to Bologna Centrale will cost around $37 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $23.
It's difficult to get from San Donato Milanese to Bologna Centrale without transferring at least once.










Travel Information
Compare train and bus for San Donato Milanese to Bologna Centrale
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from San Donato Milanese to Bologna Centrale among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 38m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €4, and a train costs an average of €17.
Distance: 119 miles (192 km)
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€18 Average price | €6 Average price Cheapest |
3h 8m Average total duration Fastest 2h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 12m Average total duration 2h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
San Donato Milanese to Bologna Centrale train times
The table below shows live departures for San Donato Milanese to Bologna Centrale trains for today, Friday, November 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 1:21 PM San Donato Milanese | 2h49 | 4:10 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from San Donato Milanese to Bologna Centrale
Trains from San Donato Milanese to Bologna Centrale run on average 27 times per day, taking around 2h 38m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $21 (€17) but you can travel from only $5 (€4) by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 13:21, the last at 18:21. The fastest train covers the 119 miles (192 km) distance in 2h 22m.
Distance 119 miles (192 km) |
Average train duration 2h 38m |
Cheapest ticket price $21 (€17) |
Trains per day 27 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 2h 22m |
First train 13:21 |
Last train 18:21 |
Train companies: Regionale, Trenord from San Donato Milanese to Bologna Centrale trainsRegionale, Trenord trains will get you between San Donato Milanese and Bologna Centrale from $5 (€4). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Trenord
FAQs: Trains from San Donato Milanese to Bologna Centrale
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from San Donato Milanese to Bologna Centrale 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 Centrale, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from San Donato Milanese to Bologna Centrale
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible from Via Maastricht.
- Ristorante Santa Barbara
- Osteria del Ponte
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- €1
- Santa Barbara Hotel
- Unahotels The One Milano
- Crowne Plaza Milan Linate
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for trains to Milan and regional destinations
- Metro: Line M3
- Bus: Several lines available
- 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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