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Cheap train tickets from Venice to Bologna

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€14

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€14

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Venice to Bologna is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

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06:40AMVenice Santa Lucia2h15 08:55AMBologna Centrale

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€141One-way

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03:40PMVenice Santa Lucia2h06 05:46PMBologna Centrale

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08:40AMVenice Santa Lucia2h08 10:48AMBologna Centrale

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€141One-way

Train schedule from Venice to Bologna

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05:26AMVenice Santa Lucia1h33 06:59AMBologna Centrale

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05:34AMVenice Santa Lucia2h12 07:46AMBologna Centrale

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05:52AMVenice Mestre1h54 07:46AMBologna Centrale

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Fastest train times from Venice to Bologna

Showing times and prices for Feb 07

Fastest Journey

1 h 15 m

Average

1 h 19 m

Trains per day

Distance

131 km

Of the 5 trains that leave Venice for Bologna every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

Fastest

08:34AMVenice Mestre1h15 09:49AMBologna Centrale

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€361One-way

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08:40AMVenice Mestre1h19 09:59AMBologna Centrale

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€361One-way

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09:20AMVenice Mestre1h19 10:39AMBologna Centrale

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€351One-way

03:17PMVenice Mestre1h22 04:39PMBologna Centrale

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04:17PMVenice Mestre1h22 05:39PMBologna Centrale

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€351One-way

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Overview: Train from Venice to Bologna

	Distance	81 miles (130 km)
	Average train duration	1 h 39 min
	Average train ticket price	$15 (€13)
	Direct train	Yes
	Train companies	Trenitalia, Regionale, Frecciargento, Intercity Notte, Italo, Regionale Veloce, Deutsche Bahn, Frecciarossa, Intercity or Frecciabianca

Trains from Venice to Bologna cover the 81 miles (130 km) long trip taking on average 1 h 39 min with our travel partners like Trenitalia, Regionale, Frecciargento, Intercity Notte, Italo, Regionale Veloce, Deutsche Bahn, Frecciarossa, Intercity or Frecciabianca. There are direct train services available. You can get the cheapest train tickets for this route for as low as $12 (€11), but the average price of train tickets is $15 (€13). Travelers depart most frequently from Venezia Mestre and arrive in Bologna Centrale.

Train companies: Trenitalia, Deutsche Bahn and Intercity from Venice to Bologna trains

Trenitalia, Deutsche Bahn and Intercity trains will get you from Venice to Bologna from $12 (€11). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Deutsche Bahn

Trenitalia

Intercity

Deutsche Bahn (DB) is the main provider of train services in Germany, making on average 40, 000 journeys per day. A special feature of Deutsche Bahn is its wide range of ticket types, savings offers including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible fares and discount cards like the Bahncard 25, 50 and 100, which you can also use for your train between Venice and Bologna. DB uses different types of trains such as the ICE (Intercity Express), IC (Intercity), EC (Eurocity), IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express) and RB (Regionalbahn) on its routes, which differ in terms of comfort and the time required to travel. For example, while bathrooms are standard amenities, services like an onboard restaurant or free WiFi are only available on certain trains.

Trenitalia is not only Italy's national railroad company but also the country's largest train operator with an impressive fleet of trains offering different levels of comfort, amenities and speed at which they travel. The company's flagship trains are the high-speed Frecciarossa, Frecciargento and Frecciabianca. Trenitalia also operates intercity, regional and night trains. Bathrooms and WiFi access are standard on long-distance train routes. In most cases, the trains also provide barrier-free access.

Find the perfect train to cover the 81 miles (130 km) long trip from Venice to Bologna with Trenitalia. Trenitalia offers different fares like the Base, Economy, Super Economy and Ordinaria tickets. You can even use Trenitalia discount cards on Omio. Make sure to look out for the latest offers from Trenitalia on Omio to score special deals! Check out the current Trenitalia schedule and book a cheap train between Venice and Bologna in just a few steps. On Omio you can find all the information you need for the Venice to Bologna journey, such as departure and arrival times, train stations, number of stops, journey times and more.

Intercity is one of the best options when traveling by train from Venice to Bologna. Omio quickly shows you current Intercity train schedules for the Venice - Bologna journey and makes it easier than ever for you to buy train tickets online for the cheapest, fastest or earliest route available. The distance from Venice to Bologna is around 81 miles (130 km) and the cheapest Intercity one-way ticket you can book starts at $12 (€11). As you check the latest Venice to Bologna train schedule from Intercity for your ideal departure and arrival times, you can also review travel information, such as baggage allowance and amenities offered onboard, and compare the best route available to arrive to Bologna safely. If you search for Intercity tickets in the Omio app, you can also see if they are mobile tickets so that you can travel paperless. Let Omio quickly find you the perfect Intercity ticket to Bologna from Venice so you can spend more time enjoying the smooth and easy journey!

Trains from Venice to Bologna

Trains in Italy are an effective way of traveling between cities, with a number of companies offering both domestic and international train routes. Trains from Venice to Bologna are operated by Trenitalia and Italo. Over 40 trains travel from Venice to Bologna per day, with the first train departing Venice at 5:37 a.m. and the last train leaving at 12:08 a.m. High-speed Trenitalia Frecciargento and Italo trains take as little as 1:13 h to arrive in Bologna. Regular regional trains can take up to 3½ hours to arrive in Bologna. All trains depart from either Venice's Santa Lucia or Mestre train station and arrive at Bologna Centrale train station. The vast majority of trains traveling from Venice to Bologna are direct; however, occasional trains require a transfer in Verona.

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Venice to Bologna Train Cost

Average prices for trains from Venice to Bologna when you book in advance

Booking Period	Average Price
Same Day	€25
1 Day in Advance	€24
1 Week in Advance	€16
2 Weeks in Advance	€16
1 Month in Advance	€16
3 Months in Advance	€15

Venice to Bologna Trains: General Information

Travelers can offset some of cost of Venice to Bologna train tickets by planning ahead and booking tickets as far in advance as possible.

All Venice to Bologna trains are run by either Trenitalia or Italo.
Most trains are direct, while occasional trains require a transfer usually in Verona. All trains depart from either Venice's Santa Lucia or Mestre train stations and arrive at Bologna Centrale train station.
The Venice to Bologna train journey takes as little as 1 hour and 13 minutes to arrive in Bologna.
Most travelers book their Venice to Bologna train tickets 1 day in advance of the travel date.

Based on Omio's travel data, as the table above clearly illustrates, ticket prices on Venice to Bologna trains decrease the further they are booked in advance:

It is 4% cheaper on average to book a Venice to Bologna train ticket 1 day in advanced as opposed to the day you intend to travel.
Venice to Bologna train costs are 36% cheaper on average when booked 1 week in advance as opposed to purchasing a train ticket the day of.

Train tickets from Venice to Bologna: when to book to save $

Time	Price	Savings
1 week earlier	17 €
2 weeks earlier	14 €	21%
3 weeks earlier	13 €	31%
1 month before	13 €	31%
2 months earlier	13 €	31%
3 months earlier	14 €	21%

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Train companies often offer promotional prices and offers—by buying in advance—you can get access the best prices for trains in the U.S., Canada, and the major European railroad operators. Search on Omio to check prices and cheap train tickets from Venice - Bologna. Easily find the most attractive rates and choose the your preferred route for your journey. Book and choose your mobile ticket: avoid the queues at the station and the added stress of printing your ticket.

The rule of buying in advance to save money is not only valid when booking a flight but also for train travel. Train tickets are generally on sale 6 months before the departure date. Some train booking tips from us:

Buying your train ticket from Venice - Bologna 3 weeks in advance means you can save on average up to 31% compared to the price available on the day of departure.
If you book a ticket Venice - Bologna with 2 months in advance you save up to about 31% compared to the initial price.
By booking 3 months in advance, you could save up to 21%.
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Travel Tips: Trains from Venice to Bologna

Travel Tips: Travel by train to Bologna easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Venice to Bologna.

If you’re looking to save money on tickets, you can find cheap Venice to Bologna trains for as little as $12 (€11) in the next 7 days.

In the next 7 days you can expect to pay on average $15 (€13) for a train ticket from Venice to Bologna.

You should expect to travel around 81 miles (130 km) between Venice and Bologna by train.

On average the Venice to Bologna train travel time is 1 h 39 min for the 81 miles (130 km) long route, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.

When taking the train from Venice to Bologna, you can choose to depart from train stations like Venezia Mestre, Venezia Santa Lucia and Venice. Your trip can end in train stations such as Bologna Centrale, Bologna Borgo Panigale and Bologna Mazzini.

Omio customers who travel this route most frequently depart from Venezia Mestre and arrive in Bologna Centrale.

The most popular departure train station with passengers for this route, called Venezia Mestre, is located 5.6 miles (9.1 km) from the city center of Venice.

The most popular arrival train station, Bologna Centrale, is located 1.6 miles (2.5 km) away from the city center of Bologna.

For the best Venice to Bologna train to book, you can travel safely and comfortably with Trenitalia, Regionale, Frecciargento, Intercity Notte, Italo, Regionale Veloce, Deutsche Bahn, Frecciarossa, Intercity or Frecciabianca. However, it's always good to check all possible train providers with services from Venice to Bologna to compare what amenities they may offer.

Yes, you can search for direct trains from Venice to Bologna on Omio with Italo, Frecciarossa, Frecciargento, Regionale, Intercity or Intercity Notte, and you won’t need to transfer at another stop in between. Direct train services tend to offer more convenience and save you time when traveling to your destination, so it's worth paying attention to before you buy your train ticket.

You can take the first train from Venice to Bologna at 9: 26 PM. The last train from Venice to Bologna that you can take departs at 9: 26 PM. Omio shows you the latest train from Venice to Bologna schedule to help you book the best departure time for this journey.

You can find trains between Venice and Bologna to cost on average $15 (€13) one way if you book within the next 7 days. But we recommend buying train tickets in advance to score the best deals and save money on your route. You’ll see tickets for the Venice to Bologna train generally on sale a few months before the planned travel date.

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