How to travel from Bologna to Ancona

There are 2 options to travel between Bologna and Ancona including taking a train and bus.

The cheapest way to travel from Bologna to Ancona is a bus with an average price of $21.

This is compared to other travel options from Bologna to Ancona:

A bus is $4 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bologna to Ancona costing on average $25.

The fastest way to travel from Bologna to Ancona is by train with an average journey time of 2h 28m.

Other travel options to Ancona take longer:

Bus takes on average 2h 53m.

The distance from Bologna to Ancona is approximately 124 miles (200 km).

The average frequency per day from Bologna to Ancona is:

• Around 32 trains per day.
• Around 8 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Bologna and Ancona as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Bologna to Ancona:

• Trains mostly depart from Bologna Centrale and arrive in Ancona station.
• Buses mostly depart from Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) and arrive in Ancona, Via Guglielmo Marconi / SS681.

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Bologna to Ancona, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:

• Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, Itabus, Satam, Ferrovie del Gargano to go to Ancona by bus.
• Travel with Regionale, Frecciarossa, Intercity, Intercity Notte to go to Ancona by train.

Yes, there are direct services available from Bologna to Ancona with the following travel companies:

• 8 direct buses per day with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, Itabus, Satam.
• 30 direct trains per day with Regionale, Frecciarossa, Intercity, Intercity Notte.

Omio customers who travel from Bologna to Ancona often also extend their vacation to go to Rome, Milan, Split, Naples, Igoumenitsa. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Ancona and these popular destinations at a great price.

Most travelers need at least three days in Ancona to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.

In Ancona, you can stroll through the Passetto, a scenic coastal promenade with a beach and war memorial, or relax at Passetto Beach with its cliffside elevator and pebble shore. Discover vibrant local markets offering fresh produce and regional specialties. Enjoy a boat tour along the Adriatic coast for unique views of Ancona's coastline. Attend a cultural event or exhibition at the Mole Vanvitelliana. Visit the Ancona Cathedral for panoramic city and sea views or explore the Arch of Trajan, a Roman triumphal arch. The National Archaeological Museum of the Marche Region showcases artifacts from prehistoric to Roman times. Don't miss Parco del Cardeto, a large park with trails and historical sites.

A stay of 2 to 3 days in Ancona is ideal to explore its main attractions, such as the Ancona Cathedral, Passetto Beach, and the Lazzaretto, while also enjoying the local cuisine and culture.