- 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
CHF16
Average price
CHF29
Fastest journey
3 h 1 m
Average duration
3 h 19 m
Trains per day
31
Distance
159 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from San Marino to Bologna is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from San Marino to Bologna will cost around CHF29 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only CHF16.
It's difficult to get from San Marino to Bologna without transferring at least 2 times.
Regionale TT 16935 · Regionale 16521 · Regionale Veloce 3989
Regionale TT 16915 · Regionale 16517 · Regionale Veloce 3973
Autobus TT TT927 · Regionale 16549 · Regionale Veloce 3979
Regionale 16109 · Regionale 16511 · Regionale 3997
Regionale 16127 · Regionale 16391 · Regionale Veloce 3993
Autobus TT TT927 · Regionale 16549+
FRECCIAROSSA 9425
Regionale TT 16915 · Regionale 16517+
FRECCIAROSSA 9415
Regionale 16109 · Regionale 16511+
FRECCIAROSSA 9411
Regionale TT 16915 · Regionale 16517+
8929
Regionale 16109 · Regionale 16511+
8902Trains from San Marino to Bologna run on average 26 times per day, taking around 2h 47m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at CHF16 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 03:43, the last at 20:02. The fastest train covers the 98 miles (159 km) distance in 3h 49m.
Distance 98 miles (159 km) |
Average train duration 2h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price CHF16 |
Trains per day 26 |
Fastest train 3h 49m |
First train 3:43 AM |
Last train 8:02 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 63 days |
The table below shows live departures for San Marino to Bologna trains for today, Saturday, August 8. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Autobus VE151 · Regionale 16291+ FRECCIAROSSA 9405 | 5:50 AM S. Marino | 3h09 | 8:59 AM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Autobus VE151 · Regionale 16505 · Regionale Veloce 3965 | 5:50 AM S. Marino | 3h55 | 9:45 AM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Autobus VE151 · Regionale 16301+ 8905 | 5:50 AM S. Marino | 3h49 | 9:39 AM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Autobus VE151 · Regionale 16301+ 8907 | 5:50 AM S. Marino | 4h49 | 10:39 AM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Autobus VE151 · Regionale 16297+ 8907 | 5:50 AM S. Marino | 4h49 | 10:39 AM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 16105 · Regionale 16509 · Regionale Veloce 3967 | 6:52 AM S. Marino | 3h58 | 10:50 AM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 16105 · Regionale 16297+ FRECCIAROSSA 9466 | 6:52 AM S. Marino | 2h57 | 9:49 AM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 16105 · Regionale 16397+ 8911 | 6:52 AM S. Marino | 5h47 | 12:39 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 16105 · Regionale 16321+ 8911 | 6:52 AM S. Marino | 5h47 | 12:39 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 16105 · Regionale 16397+ 8907 | 6:52 AM S. Marino | 3h47 | 10:39 AM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 16109 · Regionale 16511+ FRECCIAROSSA 9411 | 7:56 AM S. Marino | 3h03 | 10:59 AM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 16109 · Regionale 16511 · Regionale 3997 | 7:56 AM S. Marino | 3h49 | 11:45 AM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 16109 · Regionale 16321+ 8911 | 7:56 AM S. Marino | 4h43 | 12:39 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 16109 · Regionale 16319+ 8911 | 7:56 AM S. Marino | 4h43 | 12:39 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 16109 · Regionale 16321+ 8929 | 7:56 AM S. Marino | 5h43 | 1:39 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Autobus TT TT03 · Regionale 16313+ 8929 | 8:53 AM S. Marino | 4h46 | 1:39 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Autobus TT TT03 · Regionale 16321+ 8911 | 8:53 AM S. Marino | 3h46 | 12:39 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Autobus TT TT03 · Regionale 16329+ 8929 | 8:53 AM S. Marino | 4h46 | 1:39 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Autobus TT TT02+ Intercity 611 | 9:48 AM S. Marino | 5h49 | 3:37 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Autobus TT TT05 · Regionale 16329+ 8929 | 9:53 AM S. Marino | 3h46 | 1:39 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Autobus TT TT05 · Regionale 16329+ 8915 | 9:53 AM S. Marino | 5h46 | 3:39 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Autobus TT TT05 · Regionale 16335+ 8915 | 9:53 AM S. Marino | 5h46 | 3:39 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Autobus TT TT04 · Regionale 3841 | 10:48 AM S. Marino | 5h17 | 4:05 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 16111 · Regionale 16335+ 8915 | 10:56 AM S. Marino | 4h43 | 3:39 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 16111 · Regionale 16371+ 8919 | 10:56 AM S. Marino | 5h43 | 4:39 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 16111 · Regionale 16339+ 8915 | 10:56 AM S. Marino | 4h43 | 3:39 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 16114+ FRECCIAROSSA 8519 | 11:45 AM S. Marino | 3h59 | 3:44 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TT 16925 · Autobus VE399 · Regionale Veloce 3977 | 11:56 AM S. Marino | 3h49 | 3:45 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale TT 16925 · Autobus VE399+ FRECCIAROSSA 9421 | 11:56 AM S. Marino | 3h03 | 2:59 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale TT 16925 · Regionale 16371+ 8919 | 11:56 AM S. Marino | 4h43 | 4:39 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale TT 16925 · Regionale 16339+ 8919 | 11:56 AM S. Marino | 4h43 | 4:39 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale TT 16925 · Regionale 16339+ 8915 | 11:56 AM S. Marino | 3h43 | 3:39 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale TT 16936 · Regionale 3843 | 12:45 PM S. Marino | 5h20 | 6:05 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 16115 · Regionale 16549+ FRECCIAROSSA 9425 | 12:56 PM S. Marino | 3h03 | 3:59 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 16115 · Regionale 16549 · Regionale Veloce 3979 | 12:56 PM S. Marino | 3h56 | 4:52 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 16115 · Regionale 16371+ 8919 | 12:56 PM S. Marino | 3h43 | 4:39 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 16115 · Regionale 16371+ 8923 | 12:56 PM S. Marino | 4h43 | 5:39 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 16115 · Regionale 16349+ 8923 | 12:56 PM S. Marino | 4h43 | 5:39 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 16116+ FRECCIAROSSA 8525 | 1:45 PM S. Marino | 3h59 | 5:44 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 16117 · Regionale 16355+ FRECCIAROSSA 9431 | 1:56 PM S. Marino | 4h03 | 5:59 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 16117 · Regionale 16507 · Regionale Veloce 3981 | 1:56 PM S. Marino | 3h49 | 5:45 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 16117 · Regionale 16355+ 8925 | 1:56 PM S. Marino | 4h43 | 6:39 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 16117 · Regionale 16507 · Regionale Veloce 3980+ 8925 | 1:56 PM S. Marino | 4h43 | 6:39 PM Bologna Centrale | 3 transfers | |
Regionale 16118 · Regionale 3849 | 2:45 PM S. Marino | 5h20 | 8:05 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 16120+ FRECCIAROSSA 8529 | 3:45 PM S. Marino | 3h59 | 7:44 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TT 16933 · Regionale 16527+ FRECCIAROSSA 9433 | 3:56 PM S. Marino | 3h03 | 6:59 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale TT 16933 · Regionale 16527 · Regionale Veloce 3985 | 3:56 PM S. Marino | 3h54 | 7:50 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale TT 16944 · Regionale Veloce 3847 | 4:45 PM S. Marino | 6h00 | 10:45 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 16123 · Regionale 16521 · Regionale Veloce 3989 | 5:56 PM S. Marino | 3h49 | 9:45 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 16123 · Regionale 16521+ FRECCIAROSSA 9437 | 5:56 PM S. Marino | 3h03 | 8:59 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 16129 · Autobus VE413 · Regionale Veloce 3993 | 7:56 PM S. Marino | 3h44 | 11:40 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
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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.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from San Marino 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 San Marino to Bologna trains use the S. Marino to Bologna Centrale station pair, with some services arriving at Bologna Corticella. Use this guide to compare San Marino 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 Corticella is 6 km from Bologna city centre. Public transport options include:
Bologna Corticella has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Bologna Corticella.
ATMs are available at Bologna Corticella.
Available at Bologna Corticella: Parking, Taxis.
Available at Bologna Corticella: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bologna Corticella.
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.
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