The cheapest and fastest trains from Venice Marco Polo Airport to Bologna Centrale
Cheapest price
$30
Average price
$32
Fastest journey
2 h 22 m
Average duration
2 h 27 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
136 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Venice Marco Polo Airport 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 Venice Marco Polo Airport to Bologna Centrale will cost around $32 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $30.
Of the 4 trains that leave Venice Marco Polo Airport for Bologna Centrale on Mon, Aug 17, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Aug 17 the direct trains cover the 136 km distance in an average of 2 h 27 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 22 m .
On Mon, Aug 17 the slowest trains will take 2 h 35 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.
3:23 PM2h22Venice Marco Polo Airport5:45 PMBologna Centrale$301One-way0 transfers
2:23 PM2h22Venice Marco Polo Airport4:45 PMBologna Centrale$321One-way0 transfers
6:15 AM2h35Venice Marco Polo Airport8:50 AMBologna Centrale$321One-way0 transfers
8:10 PM2h30Venice Marco Polo Airport10:40 PMBologna Centrale$331One-way0 transfers
3:23 PM2h22Venice Marco Polo Airport5:45 PMBologna Centrale$301One-way0 transfers
2:23 PM2h22Venice Marco Polo Airport4:45 PMBologna Centrale$321One-way0 transfers
8:10 PM2h30Venice Marco Polo Airport10:40 PMBologna Centrale$331One-way0 transfers
6:15 AM2h35Venice Marco Polo Airport8:50 AMBologna Centrale$321One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and ferry for Venice Marco Polo Airport to Bologna Centrale
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Venice Marco Polo Airport to Bologna Centrale among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from $10. For those with little time consider booking a ferry which can get you there in 45m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of $10, and a train costs an average of $20.
Distance: 84 miles (136 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Ferry | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$31 Average price | $12 Average price | $10 Average price Cheapest | $48 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 25m Average total duration 1h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 4m Average total duration 2h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 45m Average total duration Fastest 45m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 1h 49m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Venice Marco Polo Airport to Bologna Centrale:
A ferry is $2 (€2) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Venice Marco Polo Airport to Bologna Centrale costing on average $12 (€10).
A ferry is $20 (€17) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Venice Marco Polo Airport to Bologna Centrale costing on average $31 (€25).
Other travel options to Bologna Centrale take longer:
Train takes on average 1h 55m.
Bus takes on average 2h 34m.
Tickets start at around $31 (€25) compared to roughly $48 (€39) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $17 (€14). The journey takes 1h 55m versus 1h 49m 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.
Direct services run with Italo, Frecciarossa.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Venice Marco Polo Airport to Bologna Centrale train times
The table below shows live departures for Venice Marco Polo Airport to Bologna Centrale trains for today, Sunday, August 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 9:55 AM Venice Marco Polo Airport | 2h50 | 12:45 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:23 PM Venice Marco Polo Airport | 2h22 | 4:45 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:23 PM Venice Marco Polo Airport | 2h22 | 5:45 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:10 PM Venice Marco Polo Airport | 2h30 | 10:40 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Monday, August 17 | |||||
![]() | 6:15 AM Venice Marco Polo Airport | 2h35 | 8:50 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Venice Marco Polo Airport to Bologna Centrale by bus, train, or ferry
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Venice Marco Polo Airport to Bologna Centrale
Trains from Venice Marco Polo Airport to Bologna Centrale run on average 30 times per day, taking around 1h 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $21 (€17) but you can travel from only $6 (€5) by bus.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:05, the last at 20:10. The fastest train covers the 84 miles (136 km) distance in 1h 34m.
Distance 84 miles (136 km) |
Average train duration 1h 54m |
Cheapest ticket price $21 (€17) |
Trains per day 30 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 1h 34m |
First train 6:05 AM |
Last train 8:10 PM |
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Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Least Busy Day Wed |
Train companies: Regionale, Italo, Frecciarossa, Intercity, Intercity Notte from Venice Marco Polo Airport to Bologna Centrale trainsRegionale, Italo, Frecciarossa, Intercity, Intercity Notte trains will get you between Venice Marco Polo Airport and Bologna Centrale from $6 (€5). 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 Venice Marco Polo Airport to Bologna Centrale
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Venice Marco Polo Airport 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.

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Popular train stations from Venice Marco Polo Airport to Bologna Centrale
Most Venice Marco Polo Airport to Bologna Centrale trains use the Venezia Santa Lucia to Bologna Centrale station pair. Use this guide to compare Venice Marco Polo Airport and Bologna Centrale train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Bologna Centrale from Bologna city centre
Bologna Centrale is 1 km from Bologna city centre. Public transport options include:
Bologna Centrale train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: Burger King, A Cafè, VyTA Boulangerie, Venchi, Scambio, Juice Bar, KFC, Dispensa Emilia, Lavazza, Mokà, & more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. . ATMs are aTM is located in the main hall.
Tickets and information
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 and lost property
Luggage storage is luggage facility, open daily from 07:00 to 22:00, is located in front of binario 7 Ovest (Track 7 West).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bologna Centrale: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bologna Centrale: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
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.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Starhotels Excelsior, Millenn Hotel Bologna, UNA Hotels.
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