Where do people depart from and arrive in when traveling from Bologna to Cesena?

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Bologna to Cesena: Buses mostly depart from Bologna, Stazione Centrale and arrive in Cesena, Piazzale dell'Accoglienza. Trains most often depart from Bologna at Bologna Centrale and arrive in Cesena at Cesena.

Which travel companies can get me from Bologna to Cesena?

The following travel companies offer services from Bologna to Cesena: Travel with Air Italy Shuttle to go to Cesena by bus. For a good deal on tickets, you can find Air Italy Shuttle Bologna to Cesena tickets on Omio for $28 (€25). Travel with Regionale for trains to Cesena. If you’re looking for a good deal on tickets, check for Regionale Bologna to Cesena tickets on Omio for $9 (€8).

Can I find a direct route from Bologna to Cesena?

Yes, there are direct services available from Bologna to Cesena with the following travel companies: Direct buses with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar or Air Italy Shuttle with 1 direct bus per day. 14 direct trains per day with Frecciarossa, Regionale, Intercity or Intercity Notte. Direct services tend to save you time and add more convenience in getting you to Cesena as you won't need to transfer at another stop in between, so it's worth paying attention to before booking your tickets from Bologna to Cesena.

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

09:12AM1h02

Bologna Centrale

10:14AMCesena

$101One-way

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09:12AM1h02

Bologna Centrale

10:14AMCesena

$101One-way

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03:45PM0h37

Bologna Centrale

04:22PMCesena

$251One-way

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06:50PM1h03

Bologna Centrale

07:53PMCesena

$101One-way

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06:34PM1h06

Bologna Centrale

07:40PMCesena

$101One-way

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08:34AM1h06

Bologna Centrale

09:40AMCesena

$101One-way

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Bologna

07:30PMCesena, Piazzale dell'Accoglienza

$301One-way

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Bologna

10:00AMCesena, Piazzale dell'Accoglienza

$301One-way

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10:30AM1h00

Bologna

11:30AMCesena, Piazzale dell'Accoglienza

$301One-way

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Travel Information from Bologna to Cesena

Distance	51 miles (82 km)
Available travel modes	Bus or train
Ticket price range	$9 - $28
Cheapest mode	Train • $9 (€8) • 1 h 7 min
Fastest mode	Bus • $28 (€25) • 1 h
Popular travel companies	Air Italy Shuttle or Regionale

Travel 51 miles (82 km) by bus or train from Bologna to Cesena. If speed is a priority, then a bus is the best option with an average duration of 1 h; whereas, if saving money is more important, then a train is the best option with prices starting as low as $9 (€8). The most popular travel companies which serve this journey are Air Italy Shuttle or Regionale among others. Travelers can even take a direct bus or train from Bologna to Cesena.

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You can travel by train or bus for as low as $9 (€8). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.

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Step on board a Frecciarossa travel and relax as you travel across Italy. Trenitalia’s Frecciarossa high-speed travel make about 200 connections across Italy per day, including major destinations like Rome, Florence, Milan, Venice and Naples. These travel reach speeds up to 186 mph (300 kmh), so you can travel 51 miles (82 km) between Bologna and Cesena quickly on a Frecciarossa high-speed travel. There are four different classes to choose from: Standard, Premium, Business, and Executive. All Frecciarossa classes provide free WiFi access, power outlets, air conditioning, bathrooms, luggage storage, onboard entertainment, and restaurant and bar services to passengers.

We show you the latest Frecciarossa travel schedule for the Bologna to Cesena route, so you can select the best times for your upcoming trip. You can find other travel information on Omio for this journey, such as departure and arrival travel stations, journey times, number of stops, and cheap fares. You can select from three ticket types: Super Economy, Economy, and Base. Once you’ve picked your ticket, book a cheap travel from Bologna to Cesena with us today and enjoy your journey with Trenitalia’s Frecciarossa!

Trenitalia Intercity is a high-speed train service operated by the Italian national railway company, Trenitalia. It operates throughout the country, with services running from early morning to late evening. The Intercity trains come in two types: the Intercity Plus, which is the fastest and most comfortable, and the Intercity, which is slightly slower but still offers a comfortable journey. Onboard facilities include air conditioning, power sockets, Wi-Fi, and a bar service. There are several ticket types available, including Standard, Super Economy, and Business. The most popular routes for Trenitalia Intercity are from Rome to Milan, Naples to Florence, and Turin to Venice.

Deutsche Bahn (DB) is the main provider of travel 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 travel between Bologna and Cesena. DB uses different types of travel 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 travel.

Trenitalia is the national railway of Italy, providing a comprehensive network of trains across the country including trains from Bologna to Cesena. It operates a variety of train types, including high-speed Frecciarossa, Frecciargento, and Frecciabianca, as well as regional and intercity services. Frecciarossa trains are the fastest, reaching speeds of up to 300 km/h, while Frecciargento and Frecciabianca offer a more leisurely journey. Passengers can choose from a range of ticket types, including Economy, Standard, and Business Class. Onboard facilities include comfortable seating, Wi-Fi, and a range of food and beverage options. Popular routes include Milan to Rome, Venice to Florence, and Naples to Bari.

FlixBus is one of the most popular low-cost travel companies in Europe. Founded in Germany, FlixBus has expanded its services throughout Europe and even to the United States, giving travelers in both continents the option to take a long-distance travel at an affordable price. FlixBus also operates overnight travel on select routes throughout Europe. FlixBus offers only the Standard ticket for all its routes, which allows you to bring one carry-on bag and one checked bag per person. Additional fees apply for bringing extra luggage and making specific seat reservations, such as if you want to book an Extra Seat, Table Seat or the Panorama Seat. Standard amenities onboard include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge your phone, tablet or laptop during long travel journeys, extra legroom, luggage space and toilets.

Cheapest Price: $10

FAQs: Travel from Bologna to Cesena

FAQs: 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.

You can get from Bologna to Cesena 2 different ways: bus or train.

The cheapest way to travel to Cesena from Bologna is a train with an average price of $9 (€8).

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

Taking a train costs $19 (€17) less than taking a bus, which average ticket prices of $28 (€25).

The quickest way to travel from Bologna to Cesena is by bus, which takes on average 1 h compared to other travel options that take longer:

Train takes 1 h 7 min on average.

The Bologna to Cesena distance is around 51 miles (82 km).

The average frequency per day from Bologna to Cesena is:

1 bus per day.
14 trains a day.

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

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

Buses mostly depart from Bologna, Stazione Centrale and arrive in Cesena, Piazzale dell'Accoglienza.
Trains most often depart from Bologna at Bologna Centrale and arrive in Cesena at Cesena.

The following travel companies offer services from Bologna to Cesena:

Travel with Air Italy Shuttle to go to Cesena by bus. For a good deal on tickets, you can find Air Italy Shuttle Bologna to Cesena tickets on Omio for $28 (€25).
Travel with Regionale for trains to Cesena. If you’re looking for a good deal on tickets, check for Regionale Bologna to Cesena tickets on Omio for $9 (€8).

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

Direct buses with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar or Air Italy Shuttle with 1 direct bus per day.
14 direct trains per day with Frecciarossa, Regionale, Intercity or Intercity Notte.

Direct services tend to save you time and add more convenience in getting you to Cesena as you won't need to transfer at another stop in between, so it's worth paying attention to before booking your tickets from Bologna to Cesena.

Your trip from Bologna to Cesena doesn't have to end in Cesena. Many of our customers like to extend their vacation to explore other popular destinations like Milan, Rome or Rimini. If you’d like to add Milan, Rome or Rimini to your Bologna to Cesena tour, check Omio for the best and cheapest ways to travel to any of these top destinations from Cesena today!

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