How to travel from Bologna to Reggio Emilia

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Compare bus and train for Bologna to Reggio Emilia

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bologna to Reggio Emilia among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $17 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 4m. 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 $17, while a bus costs an average of $36.

Distance: 37 miles (60 km)

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$36

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$22

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1h 45m

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The cheapest way to travel from Bologna to Reggio Emilia is a train with an average price of $17.

This is compared to other travel options from Bologna to Reggio Emilia:

A train is $20 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Bologna to Reggio Emilia costing on average $36.

The fastest way to travel from Bologna to Reggio Emilia is by train with an average journey time of 1h 4m.

Other travel options to Reggio Emilia take longer:

Bus takes on average 1h 45m.

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

The journey is about 41m faster (34m by train vs 1h 15m by car) and roughly $6 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($17 vs $22). 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 Reggio Emilia

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

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    3:30 PM1h35
    Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
    5:05 PMReggio Emilia, Autostazione Parcheggio Europa
    $71One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    3:30 PM1h35
    Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
    5:05 PMReggio Emilia, Autostazione Parcheggio Europa
    $71One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • FrecciarossaFRECCIAROSSA 9592
    10:38 PM0h20
    Bologna Centrale
    10:58 PMReggio Emilia AV Mediopadana
    $241One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • RegionaleRegionale TTPER 2066
    5:00 AM0h35
    Bologna Centrale
    5:35 AMReggio Emilia station
    $91One-way
    0 transfers
  • RegionaleRegionale Veloce TTPER 2456
    5:40 AM0h40
    Bologna Centrale
    6:20 AMReggio Emilia station
    $91One-way
    0 transfers
  • RegionaleRegionale TTPER 3934
    10:33 PM0h40
    Bologna Centrale
    11:13 PMReggio Emilia station
    $91One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    8:25 AM1h00
    Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
    9:25 AMReggio Emilia, AV Mediopadana
    $81One-way
    0 transfers
  • Marino Autolinee070
    4:10 AM1h30
    Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
    5:40 AMReggio Emilia, Piazzale Europa
    $91One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    5:35 AM1h05
    Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
    6:40 AMReggio Emilia, Autostazione Parcheggio Europa
    $171One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Bologna to Reggio Emilia

Travel to Reggio Emilia 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 Reggio Emilia.

FAQs
There are 2 options to travel between Bologna and Reggio Emilia including taking a bus and train.
The cheapest way to travel from Bologna to Reggio Emilia is a train with an average price of $17.

This is compared to other travel options from Bologna to Reggio Emilia:

A train is $20 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Bologna to Reggio Emilia costing on average $36.

The fastest way to travel from Bologna to Reggio Emilia is by train with an average journey time of 1h 4m.

Other travel options to Reggio Emilia take longer:

Bus takes on average 1h 45m.

The distance from Bologna to Reggio Emilia is approximately 37 miles (60 km).
The average frequency per day from Bologna to Reggio Emilia is:
  • Around 86 trains per day.
  • Around 4 buses per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Bologna to Reggio Emilia:
  • Trains mostly depart from Bologna Centrale and arrive in Reggio Emilia station.
  • Buses mostly depart from Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) and arrive in Reggio Emilia, Autostazione Parcheggio Europa.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Bologna to Reggio Emilia, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus, Marino Autolinee, Itabus, Infobus, GoOpti to go to Reggio Emilia by bus.
  • Travel with Regionale, Frecciarossa, Intercity, Italo, Intercity Notte to go to Reggio Emilia by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from Bologna to Reggio Emilia with the following travel companies:
  • 4 direct buses per day with FlixBus, Marino Autolinee, Itabus, Infobus, GoOpti.
  • 86 direct trains per day with Regionale, Frecciarossa, Intercity, Italo, Intercity Notte.
Omio customers who travel from Bologna to Reggio Emilia often also extend their vacation to go to Milan, Rome, Naples, Milan Centrale, Parma. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Reggio Emilia and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Reggio Emilia to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
Two to three days are ideal to explore Reggio Emilia, allowing time to visit its historical sites, enjoy local cuisine, and experience the charming atmosphere.
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