The cheapest and fastest trains from Venice Santa Lucia to Bologna Borgo Panigale
Cheapest price
$19
Average price
$19
Fastest journey
2 h 43 m
Average duration
2 h 43 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
131 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Venice Santa Lucia to Bologna Borgo Panigale is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Venice Santa Lucia to Bologna Borgo Panigale will cost around $19 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $19.
Of the 1 trains that leave Venice Santa Lucia for Bologna Borgo Panigale on Wed, May 27, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, May 27 the direct trains cover the 131 km distance in an average of 2 h 43 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 43 m .
On Wed, May 27 the slowest trains will take 2 h 43 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.
6:40 AM2h43Venice Santa Lucia9:23 AMBologna Borgo Panigale$191One-way0 transfers
6:40 AM2h43Venice Santa Lucia9:23 AMBologna Borgo Panigale$191One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and ferry for Venice Santa Lucia to Bologna Borgo Panigale
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Venice Santa Lucia to Bologna Borgo Panigale among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $7. For those with little time consider booking a ferry which can get you there in 20m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $7, and a train costs an average of $18.
Distance: 81 miles (131 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Ferry | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$19 Average price | $9 Average price Cheapest | $10 Average price | $31 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 27m Average total duration 1h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 44m Average total duration 2h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 20m Average total duration Fastest 20m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 1h 31m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Venice Santa Lucia to Bologna Borgo Panigale:
A bus is $2 (€1) less than a ferry for this route with tickets for a ferry from Venice Santa Lucia to Bologna Borgo Panigale costing on average $10 (€8).
A bus is $10 (€8) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Venice Santa Lucia to Bologna Borgo Panigale costing on average $19 (€15).
Other travel options to Bologna Borgo Panigale take longer:
Train takes on average 1h 57m.
Bus takes on average 2h 14m.
Tickets start at around $19 (€15) compared to roughly $31 (€25) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $12 (€10). The journey takes 1h 57m versus 1h 31m 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.
Live departures
Venice Santa Lucia to Bologna Borgo Panigale train times
The table below shows live departures for Venice Santa Lucia to Bologna Borgo Panigale trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, May 27. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:40 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 2h43 | 9:23 AM Bologna Borgo Panigale | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Venice Santa Lucia to Bologna Borgo Panigale
Trains from Venice Santa Lucia to Bologna Borgo Panigale run on average 29 times per day, taking around 1h 57m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $18 (€15) but you can travel from only $7 (€6) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 06:40, the last at 19:40. The fastest train covers the 81 miles (131 km) distance in 2h 23m.
Distance 81 miles (131 km) |
Average train duration 1h 57m |
Cheapest ticket price $18 (€15) |
Trains per day 29 |
Fastest train 2h 23m |
First train 6:40 AM |
Last train 7:40 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Train companies: Regionale, Frecciarossa, Italo from Venice Santa Lucia to Bologna Borgo Panigale trainsRegionale, Frecciarossa, Italo trains will get you between Venice Santa Lucia and Bologna Borgo Panigale from $7 (€6). 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 Santa Lucia to Bologna Borgo Panigale
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Venice Santa Lucia to Bologna Borgo Panigale 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 Borgo Panigale, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Venice Santa Lucia to Bologna Borgo Panigale
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00
- Free WiFi available throughout station.
- Luggage lockers are located on Platform 1.
- GROM Ice Cream
- Venchi Cioccolato
- Bistrot
- Tentazione Café
- L’Artenl Gelato
- Wheelchair access, step-free access to platforms.
- Venice Times Hotel
- Hotel Antiche Figure
- Hotel Abbazia
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00
- Located in the main passenger area.
- Bus lines: 1, 2, 4.1, 4.2, 5.1, 5.2, 3, N
- Train lines: FR, FA, FB, IC, ICN, R, RER, EC, EN, RJ, VSOE
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available near the station with several spaces for short-term and long-term parking.
- Ristorante Il Patio
- Trattoria Bonora
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Flyon Hotel
- Hotel Bologna Airport
- Hotel Del Borgo
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and platforms
- Hall 2: waiting area and restrooms
- Bus: Several lines available connecting to Bologna city center
- Taxi services available
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