How to travel from Bologna to Cesena

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Compare train and bus for Bologna to Cesena

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bologna to Cesena among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of kr71 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 23m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of kr71, while a bus costs an average of kr84.

Distance: 50 miles (82 km)

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kr71

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1h 23m

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1h 44m

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1h 14m

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1h 13m

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The cheapest way to travel from Bologna to Cesena is a train with an average price of kr71.

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

A train is kr13 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Bologna to Cesena costing on average kr84.

The fastest way to travel from Bologna to Cesena is by train with an average journey time of 1h 23m.

Other travel options to Cesena take longer:

Bus takes on average 1h 44m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Bologna and Cesena including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Bologna to Cesena among Omio's users.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 20m faster (53m by train vs 1h 13m by car) and roughly kr103 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (kr71 vs kr173). 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.

Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.

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from Bologna to Cesena

How to get from Bologna to Cesena by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

train

The best way to travel from Bologna to Cesena is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • RegionaleRegionale TTPER 3949
    10:34 PM0h54
    Bologna Centrale
    11:28 PMCesena station
    kr681One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • RegionaleRegionale TTPER 3949
    10:34 PM0h54
    Bologna Centrale
    11:28 PMCesena station
    kr681One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • FrecciarossaFRECCIAROSSA 8807
    12:45 PM0h37
    Bologna Centrale
    1:22 PMCesena station
    kr1631One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • RegionaleRegionale Veloce 1729
    7:12 PM1h00
    Bologna Centrale
    8:12 PMCesena station
    kr681One-way
    0 transfers
  • RegionaleRegionale TTPER 17433
    5:00 AM1h01
    Bologna Centrale
    6:01 AMCesena station
    kr681One-way
    0 transfers
  • RegionaleRegionale Veloce TTPER 2493
    9:12 AM1h02
    Bologna Centrale
    10:14 AMCesena station
    kr681One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    8:45 PM1h05
    Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
    9:50 PMCesena, Piazzale dell'Accoglienza
    kr1631One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Bologna to Cesena

Travel to Cesena 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 Bologna to Cesena.

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There are 2 options to travel between Bologna and Cesena including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Bologna to Cesena is a train with an average price of kr71.

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

A train is kr13 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Bologna to Cesena costing on average kr84.

The fastest way to travel from Bologna to Cesena is by train with an average journey time of 1h 23m.

Other travel options to Cesena take longer:

Bus takes on average 1h 44m.

The distance from Bologna to Cesena is approximately 50 miles (82 km).
The average frequency per day from Bologna to Cesena is:
  • Around 41 trains per day.
  • Around 6 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Bologna and Cesena 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 Cesena:
  • Trains mostly depart from Bologna Centrale and arrive in Cesena station.
  • Buses mostly depart from Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) and arrive in Cesena, Piazzale dell'Accoglienza.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Bologna to Cesena, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Air Italy Shuttle, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, Itabus, Infobus, GoOpti to go to Cesena by bus.
  • Travel with Regionale, Intercity, Frecciarossa, Intercity Notte to go to Cesena by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from Bologna to Cesena with the following travel companies:
  • 6 direct buses per day with Air Italy Shuttle, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, Itabus, Infobus, GoOpti.
  • 33 direct trains per day with Regionale, Intercity, Frecciarossa, Intercity Notte.
Omio customers who travel from Bologna to Cesena often also extend their vacation to go to Rimini, Milan, Rome, Bologna Airport, Florence. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Cesena and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Cesena to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
To fully explore Cesena, including its historical sites such as the Biblioteca Malatestiana and the Rocca Malatestiana, as well as enjoy its local cuisine and vibrant culture, a stay of 2 to 3 days is recommended.

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