- Must visit
Pinacoteca Nazionale di Bologna
The city’s main fine arts museum, known for important Emilian paintings from the 13th to 18th centuries, including works by Giotto, Raphael and the Carracci.
Cheapest price
$38
Average price
$68
Fastest journey
3 h 42 m
Average duration
3 h 52 m
Trains per day
40
Distance
379 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Vasto to Bologna is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Vasto to Bologna will cost around $68 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $38.
Of the 40 trains that leave Vasto for Bologna on Fri, Jun 19, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jun 19 the direct trains cover the 379 km distance in an average of 3 h 52 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 42 m .
On Fri, Jun 19 the slowest trains will take 3 h 56 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 19776 · Regionale 4212 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3922
Regionale 19784 · Regionale 4270 · Regionale Veloce 3932
Regionale 19784 · Regionale 4270 · Regionale Veloce 3932
Regionale 19784 · Regionale 4270 · Regionale Veloce 3932
Regionale 19788 · Regionale 4190+
InterCityNotte 758
FRECCIAROSSA 8814
Intercity 608+
FRECCIAROSSA 8816
Intercity 610+
FRECCIAROSSA 8820
Intercity 614+
FRECCIAROSSA 8828
Intercity 606+
FRECCIAROSSA 9806Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Vasto to Bologna among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $23. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 50m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $23, and a bus costs an average of $26.
Distance: 235 miles (379 km)
| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$38 Average price Cheapest | $54 Average price | $129 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 20m Average total duration Fastest 4h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 28m Average total duration 4h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 17m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 0.9kg 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 Vasto to Bologna:
A train is $16 (€13) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Vasto to Bologna costing on average $54 (€44).
Other travel options to Bologna take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 58m.
Tickets start at around $38 (€31) compared to roughly $129 (€106) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $91 (€75). The journey takes 4h 50m versus 4h 17m 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.
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 Vasto to Bologna trains for tomorrow, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Regionale 19772+ FRECCIAROSSA 8810 | 6:51 AM Vasto-San Salvo | 4h24 | 11:15 AM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 19772+ FRECCIAROSSA 8810 | 6:59 AM Porto Di Vasto | 4h16 | 11:15 AM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 19772+ FRECCIAROSSA 8810 | 7:04 AM Casalbordino-Pollutri | 4h11 | 11:15 AM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 19658+ FRECCIAROSSA 9806 | 7:55 AM Porto Di Vasto | 4h20 | 12:15 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 19658+ Intercity 606 | 7:55 AM Porto Di Vasto | 5h05 | 1:00 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 19658+ Intercity 606 | 8:00 AM Casalbordino-Pollutri | 5h00 | 1:00 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 19658+ FRECCIAROSSA 9806 | 8:00 AM Casalbordino-Pollutri | 4h15 | 12:15 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 606 | 8:19 AM Vasto-San Salvo | 4h41 | 1:00 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 606+ FRECCIAROSSA 9806 | 8:19 AM Vasto-San Salvo | 3h56 | 12:15 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8814 | 9:33 AM Vasto-San Salvo | 3h42 | 1:15 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 19787+ Intercity 608 | 9:49 AM Casalbordino-Pollutri | 5h11 | 3:00 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 19787+ Intercity 608 | 9:55 AM Porto Di Vasto | 5h05 | 3:00 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 19776+ FRECCIAROSSA 8816 | 10:04 AM Porto Di Vasto | 4h11 | 2:15 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 19776 · Regionale 4212 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3922 | 10:10 AM Casalbordino-Pollutri | 7h16 | 5:26 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 19776+ FRECCIAROSSA 8816 | 10:10 AM Casalbordino-Pollutri | 4h05 | 2:15 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 608 | 10:23 AM Vasto-San Salvo | 4h37 | 3:00 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 608+ FRECCIAROSSA 8816 | 10:23 AM Vasto-San Salvo | 3h52 | 2:15 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 19778+ FRECCIAROSSA 8820 | 12:04 PM Porto Di Vasto | 4h11 | 4:15 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 19778+ FRECCIAROSSA 8820 | 12:10 PM Casalbordino-Pollutri | 4h05 | 4:15 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 610+ FRECCIAROSSA 8820 | 12:19 PM Vasto-San Salvo | 3h56 | 4:15 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 610 | 12:19 PM Vasto-San Salvo | 4h41 | 5:00 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 603+ FRECCIAROSSA 8824 | 12:39 PM Vasto-San Salvo | 4h36 | 5:15 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 612 | 2:19 PM Vasto-San Salvo | 4h42 | 7:01 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 19779+ Intercity 614 | 3:49 PM Casalbordino-Pollutri | 5h11 | 9:00 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 19779+ Intercity 614 | 3:54 PM Porto Di Vasto | 5h06 | 9:00 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 19782+ FRECCIAROSSA 8828 | 4:04 PM Porto Di Vasto | 4h11 | 8:15 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 19782+ FRECCIAROSSA 8828 | 4:10 PM Casalbordino-Pollutri | 4h05 | 8:15 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 614 | 4:19 PM Vasto-San Salvo | 4h41 | 9:00 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 614+ FRECCIAROSSA 8828 | 4:19 PM Vasto-San Salvo | 3h56 | 8:15 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 19784 · Regionale 4270 · Regionale Veloce 3932 | 4:56 PM Vasto-San Salvo | 6h25 | 11:21 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 19784 · Regionale 4270 · Regionale Veloce 3932 | 5:04 PM Porto Di Vasto | 6h17 | 11:21 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 19784 · Regionale 4270 · Regionale Veloce 3932 | 5:10 PM Casalbordino-Pollutri | 6h11 | 11:21 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 19784+ FRECCIAROSSA 8830 | 5:10 PM Casalbordino-Pollutri | 5h05 | 10:15 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 611+ InterCityNotte 758 | 8:47 PM Vasto-San Salvo | 8h05 | 4:52 AM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 19785+ InterCityNotte 752 | 8:56 PM Casalbordino-Pollutri | 8h06 | 5:02 AM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 19788 · Regionale 4190+ InterCityNotte 758 | 8:56 PM Vasto-San Salvo | 7h56 | 4:52 AM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 19785+ InterCityNotte 752 | 9:00 PM Porto Di Vasto | 8h02 | 5:02 AM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 19788 · Regionale 4190+ InterCityNotte 758 | 9:04 PM Porto Di Vasto | 7h48 | 4:52 AM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 19785+ InterCityNotte 752 | 9:09 PM Vasto-San Salvo | 7h53 | 5:02 AM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 19788 · Regionale 4190+ InterCityNotte 758 | 9:10 PM Casalbordino-Pollutri | 7h42 | 4:52 AM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
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Trains from Vasto to Bologna run on average 29 times per day, taking around 4h 50m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $23 (€19) if you book in advance.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:27, the last at 23:39. The fastest train covers the 235 miles (379 km) distance in 4h 41m.
Distance 235 miles (379 km) |
Average train duration 4h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price $23 (€19) |
Trains per day 29 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 4h 41m |
First train 12:27 AM |
Last train 11:39 PM |
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Cheapest Day Thu |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 14 days |
Discover the best of Bologna — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Bologna trip today.
The city’s main fine arts museum, known for important Emilian paintings from the 13th to 18th centuries, including works by Giotto, Raphael and the Carracci.
Bologna’s leading modern and contemporary art museum, with strong permanent collections and rotating exhibitions in a large converted industrial space.
A major archaeological museum with Etruscan, Egyptian, Greek and Roman collections, housed in a historic palace near Piazza Maggiore.
Bologna’s main square and social heart, surrounded by major civic and religious buildings, ideal for first-time visitors and people-watching.
The world-famous covered walkway leading toward the San Luca sanctuary, popular for scenic walks, photography and local tradition.
One of the city’s most elegant and photogenic squares, fronting the Santo Stefano complex and loved for its atmospheric character.
Fresh egg pasta ribbons served with Bologna’s traditional slow-cooked meat ragù. It is one of the city’s most iconic dishes and differs from the tomato-heavy versions found abroad.
Small ring-shaped pasta filled with meat and served in rich capon or beef broth. This is a classic Bolognese comfort dish, especially tied to festive family meals.
Layered baked pasta with ragù, béchamel, and Parmigiano Reggiano, often made with green spinach pasta sheets. It is a signature Emilia-Romagna Sunday dish.
Highly regarded neighborhood trattoria known for careful ingredient sourcing and excellent handmade pasta, with a cozy and authentic feel.
Well-known romantic restaurant serving refined Emilian and Bolognese cuisine in an intimate former pharmacy space with polished service.
Very popular traditional osteria known for classic Bolognese pasta dishes in a lively, casual setting close to the university area.
Moderate by Italian standards: food and coffee are reasonable, while central hotels cost more in peak season.
Service is often included or covered by coperto. Tipping is not required; round up or leave EUR 1-5 for good service. Taxis are usually rounded up.
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