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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
$29
Average price
$43
Fastest journey
1 h 51 m
Average duration
1 h 53 m
Trains per day
35
Distance
137 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Venice Marco Polo Airport to Bologna 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 will cost around $43 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $29.
It's difficult to get from Venice Marco Polo Airport to Bologna without transferring at least once.
VENEZIA AIRLINK AV130 · Regionale 17083 · Regionale TTPER 17953
VENEZIA AIRLINK AV216 · Regionale 17103 · Regionale TTPER 17975
VENEZIA AIRLINK AV004 · Regionale Veloce 3963
VENEZIA AIRLINK AV174 · Regionale Veloce 3973
VENEZIA AIRLINK AV216 · Regionale Veloce 3983
VENEZIA AIRLINK AV170+
FRECCIAROSSA 9415
VENEZIA AIRLINK AV238+
FRECCIAROSSA 9427
VENEZIA AIRLINK AV162+
FRECCIAROSSA 9413
VENEZIA AIRLINK AV198+
FRECCIAROSSA 9431
VENEZIA AIRLINK AV286+
FRECCIAROSSA 9421Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Venice Marco Polo Airport to Bologna among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 50m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $6, and a train costs an average of $29.
Distance: 85 miles (137 km)
| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$31 Average price | $10 Average price Cheapest | $48 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 20m Average total duration Fastest 1h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 52m Average total duration 2h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 56m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Venice Marco Polo Airport to Bologna:
A bus is $21 (€17) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Venice Marco Polo Airport to Bologna costing on average $31 (€25).
Other travel options to Bologna take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 22m.
The journey is about 6m faster (1h 50m by train vs 1h 56m by car) and roughly $17 (€14) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($31 (€25) vs $48 (€39)). 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.
Direct services run with Italo, Frecciarossa, Intercity Notte.
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 Venice Marco Polo Airport to Bologna trains for today, Tuesday, June 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 2:15 PM Venice Marco Polo Airport | 4h08 | 6:23 PM Bologna | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:23 PM Venice Marco Polo Airport | 4h00 | 6:23 PM Bologna | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:23 PM Venice Marco Polo Airport | 4h00 | 7:23 PM Bologna | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:10 PM Venice Marco Polo Airport | 2h30 | 9:40 PM Bologna | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Wednesday, June 17 | |||||
VENEZIA AIRLINK AV002+ FRECCIAROSSA 9403 | 5:45 AM Venice Marco Polo Airport | 2h14 | 7:59 AM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
VENEZIA AIRLINK AV004+ FRECCIAROSSA 8801 | 6:15 AM Venice Marco Polo Airport | 2h27 | 8:42 AM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
VENEZIA AIRLINK AV004 · Regionale Veloce 3963 | 6:15 AM Venice Marco Polo Airport | 2h40 | 8:55 AM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
VENEZIA AIRLINK AV126+ FRECCIAROSSA 9405 | 7:00 AM Venice Marco Polo Airport | 1h59 | 8:59 AM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
VENEZIA AIRLINK AV130 · Regionale 17083 · Regionale TTPER 17953 | 7:23 AM Venice Marco Polo Airport | 4h00 | 11:23 AM Bologna Corticella | 2 transfers | |
VENEZIA AIRLINK AV130 · Regionale Veloce 3965 | 7:23 AM Venice Marco Polo Airport | 2h22 | 9:45 AM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
VENEZIA AIRLINK AV122+ FRECCIAROSSA 9466 | 7:50 AM Venice Marco Polo Airport | 1h59 | 9:49 AM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
VENEZIA AIRLINK AV146 · Regionale Veloce 3967 | 8:20 AM Venice Marco Polo Airport | 2h30 | 10:50 AM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
VENEZIA AIRLINK AV014+ FRECCIAROSSA 9411 | 8:45 AM Venice Marco Polo Airport | 2h14 | 10:59 AM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Venice Marco Polo Airport to Bologna run on average 32 times per day, taking around 1h 50m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $29 (€23) but you can travel from only $6 (€5) by bus.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:05, the last at 20:10. The fastest train covers the 85 miles (137 km) distance in 1h 34m.
Distance 85 miles (137 km) |
Average train duration 1h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price $29 (€23) |
Trains per day 32 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 1h 34m |
First train 5:05 AM |
Last train 8:10 PM |
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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.
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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.
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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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