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Pinacoteca Nazionale di Bologna
Major state gallery with important Emilian paintings from the 13th to 18th centuries, including works by Giotto, Raffaello, and the Carracci.
Cheapest price
$97
Average price
$97
Fastest journey
12 h 54 m
Average duration
12 h 54 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
682 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Torano Castello to Bologna is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Torano Castello to Bologna will cost around $97 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $97.
Of the 1 trains that leave Torano Castello for Bologna on Tue, Jun 02, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Jun 02 the direct trains cover the 682 km distance in an average of 12 h 54 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 12 h 54 m .
On Tue, Jun 02 the slowest trains will take 12 h 54 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.


Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Torano Castello to Bologna among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $40. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 18m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $40, and a train costs an average of $48.
Distance: 423 miles (682 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$85 Average price | $63 Average price Cheapest | $77 Average price | $234 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 52m Average total duration 6h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 3m Average total duration 10h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 18m Average total duration Fastest 3h 18m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 8h 0m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Torano Castello to Bologna:
A bus is $14 (€11) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Torano Castello to Bologna costing on average $77 (€62).
A bus is $22 (€18) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Torano Castello to Bologna costing on average $85 (€68).
Other travel options to Bologna take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 22m.
Bus takes on average 10h 33m.
The journey is about 1h 38m faster (6h 22m by train vs 8h 0m by car) and roughly $149 (€121) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($85 (€68) vs $234 (€189)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Torano Castello to Bologna trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, June 2. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 2:58 PM Torano Castello | 12h54 | 3:52 AM Bologna | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Torano Castello to Bologna run on average 3 times per day, taking around 6h 22m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $48 (€39) but you can travel from only $21 (€17) by flight.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:10, the last at 23:39. The fastest train covers the 423 miles (682 km) distance in 6h 22m.
Distance 423 miles (682 km) |
Average train duration 6h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price $48 (€39) |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 6h 22m |
First train 12:10 AM |
Last train 11:39 PM |
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Major state gallery with important Emilian paintings from the 13th to 18th centuries, including works by Giotto, Raffaello, and the Carracci.
Bologna's leading modern and contemporary art museum, known for rotating exhibitions and the Morandi collection.
Important archaeological museum with Egyptian, Etruscan, Greek, and Roman collections in a historic palazzo near Piazza Maggiore.
Bologna's main square and social heart, surrounded by major civic buildings and a natural starting point for exploring the historic center.
Historic central district of narrow lanes behind Piazza Maggiore, popular for its atmosphere, old shops, and lively street scenes.
Famous porticoed route climbing from the city to San Luca, ideal for a memorable walk and one of Bologna's defining urban experiences.
Fresh egg tagliatelle served with Bologna’s classic slow-cooked meat ragù. It is one of the city’s signature dishes and a benchmark of traditional home cooking.
Small ring-shaped pasta filled with meat, traditionally served in rich capon or beef broth. It is a festive Bolognese specialty closely tied to local culinary identity.
Layered pasta baked with ragù, béchamel, and Parmigiano Reggiano, often made with green spinach pasta sheets. It is a classic Sunday and holiday dish in Bologna.
Respected modern trattoria focused on high-quality regional ingredients, excellent pasta, and carefully prepared traditional Emilian dishes.
Well-known pasta shop and eatery specializing in fresh handmade stuffed pasta and traditional sauces, ideal for an informal authentic meal.
Historic Bolognese trattoria known for handmade pasta, tortellini, and other classic local dishes in a warm, traditional setting.
Moderate for Italy: budget eats are reasonable, while central hotels and fine dining cost more.
Service is often included or covered by coperto. Tipping is not required; round up or leave EUR 1-5 for good service. Taxis can be rounded up.
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