How to travel from Bologna to Rapallo

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Compare train and bus for Bologna to Rapallo

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bologna to Rapallo among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $44 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 48m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $44, while a bus costs an average of $116.

Distance: 104 miles (168 km)

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$44

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$116

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4h 48m

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4h 18m

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5h 23m

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The cheapest way to travel from Bologna to Rapallo is a train with an average price of $44.

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

A train is $72 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Bologna to Rapallo costing on average $116.

The fastest way to travel from Bologna to Rapallo is by train with an average journey time of 4h 48m.

Other travel options to Rapallo take longer:

Bus takes on average 5h 23m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Bologna and Rapallo including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Bologna to Rapallo among Omio's users.

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from Bologna to Rapallo

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

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

  • Marino Autolinee060
    4:10 AM4h05
    Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
    8:15 AMGenoa, Piazza della Vittoria
    $251One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • Marino Autolinee060
    4:10 AM4h05
    Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
    8:15 AMGenoa, Piazza della Vittoria
    $251One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • FrecciarossaFRECCIAROSSA 9310+IntercityIntercity 669
    12:51 PM3h28
    Bologna Centrale
    4:19 PMRapallo station
    $911One-way
    1 transfer

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  • RegionaleRegionale Veloce TTPER 2456 · treno 3261 effettuato con bus GE041 · Regionale Veloce 3261
    5:40 AM5h13
    Bologna Centrale
    10:53 AMRapallo station
    $291One-way
    2 transfers
  • RegionaleRegionale TTPER 2070 · Regionale Veloce 3265
    6:33 AM4h45
    Bologna Centrale
    11:18 AMRapallo station
    $321One-way
    1 transfer
  • RegionaleRegionale Veloce TTPER 2470 · Regionale TTPER 2082 · Regionale Veloce 3277
    11:50 AM5h28
    Bologna Centrale
    5:18 PMRapallo station
    $321One-way
    2 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    9:40 PM10h55
    Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
    8:35 AMGenoa, Piazza della Vittoria
    $271One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    11:54 PM8h11
    Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
    8:05 AMSestri Levante, Piazza Italia
    $271One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    1:00 AM7h05
    Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
    8:05 AMSestri Levante, Piazza Italia
    $331One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Bologna to Rapallo

Travel to Rapallo 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 Rapallo.

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There are 2 options to travel between Bologna and Rapallo including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Bologna to Rapallo is a train with an average price of $44.

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

A train is $72 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Bologna to Rapallo costing on average $116.

The fastest way to travel from Bologna to Rapallo is by train with an average journey time of 4h 48m.

Other travel options to Rapallo take longer:

Bus takes on average 5h 23m.

The distance from Bologna to Rapallo is approximately 104 miles (168 km).
The average frequency per day from Bologna to Rapallo is:
  • Around 40 trains per day.
  • Around 2 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Bologna and Rapallo 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 Rapallo:
  • Trains mostly depart from Bologna Centrale and arrive in Rapallo station.
  • Buses mostly depart from Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) and arrive in Rapallo, Rapallo.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Bologna to Rapallo, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with BlaBlaCar Bus, Marino Autolinee, FlixBus, GoOpti to go to Rapallo by bus.
  • Travel with Regionale, Intercity, Frecciabianca, Intercity Notte, Frecciarossa, Frecciargento to go to Rapallo by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Bologna to Rapallo:
  • 1 direct buses per day with Marino Autolinee, GoOpti.
Omio customers who travel from Bologna to Rapallo often also extend their vacation to go to Milan, Genoa, Portofino, Santa Margherita Ligure, Monterosso al Mare. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Rapallo and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Rapallo to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
To fully enjoy Rapallo and its main attractions, including the Castello sul Mare, the cable car to Montallegro, and exploring nearby Portofino, plan for a stay of 2 to 3 days.

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