How to travel from Bologna to Ventimiglia

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Compare train and bus for Bologna to Ventimiglia

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bologna to Ventimiglia among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $29 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 6h 7m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $29, while a train costs an average of $37.

Distance: 191 miles (308 km)

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$37

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$29

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$141

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6h 7m

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5h 37m

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8h 4m

Average total duration

7h 34m

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5h 10m

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0.3 - 0.8kg

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Marino Autolinee

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Bologna to Ventimiglia is a bus with an average price of $29.

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

A bus is $8 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bologna to Ventimiglia costing on average $37.

The fastest way to travel from Bologna to Ventimiglia is by train with an average journey time of 6h 7m.

Other travel options to Ventimiglia take longer:

Bus takes on average 8h 4m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Bologna and Ventimiglia including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Bologna to Ventimiglia among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around $37 compared to roughly $141 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $104. The journey takes 5h 37m versus 5h 10m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.

Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.

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from Bologna to Ventimiglia

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

Our recommendation

bus

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

  • Marino Autolinee060
    4:10 AM7h50
    Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
    12:00 PMVentimiglia, Piazza della Costituente
    $291One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • Marino Autolinee060
    4:10 AM7h50
    Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
    12:00 PMVentimiglia, Piazza della Costituente
    $291One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • FrecciarossaFRECCIAROSSA 9514+RegionaleRegionale TRENORD 10471+IntercityIntercity 641
    1:36 PM5h23
    Bologna Centrale
    6:59 PMVentimiglia station
    $1131One-way
    2 transfers

Other options

  • RegionaleRegionale TTPER 2070 · Regionale Veloce 3368
    6:33 AM7h39
    Bologna Centrale
    2:12 PMVentimiglia station
    $441One-way
    1 transfer
  • RegionaleRegionale Veloce TTPER 2470 · Regionale TTPER 2082 · Regionale Veloce 3380
    11:50 AM8h13
    Bologna Centrale
    8:03 PMVentimiglia station
    $441One-way
    2 transfers
  • RegionaleRegionale TTPER 2066 · Regionale Veloce 3017 · Regionale Veloce 3368
    5:00 AM9h12
    Bologna Centrale
    2:12 PMVentimiglia station
    $441One-way
    2 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    12:15 PM10h25
    Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
    10:40 PMVentimiglia, Piazza della Costituente
    $641One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Bologna to Ventimiglia

Travel to Ventimiglia 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 Ventimiglia.

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There are 2 options to travel between Bologna and Ventimiglia including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Bologna to Ventimiglia is a bus with an average price of $29.

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

A bus is $8 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bologna to Ventimiglia costing on average $37.

The fastest way to travel from Bologna to Ventimiglia is by train with an average journey time of 6h 7m.

Other travel options to Ventimiglia take longer:

Bus takes on average 8h 4m.

The distance from Bologna to Ventimiglia is approximately 191 miles (308 km).
The average frequency per day from Bologna to Ventimiglia is:
  • Around 31 flights per day.
  • Around 22 trains per day.
  • Around 2 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Bologna and Ventimiglia 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 Ventimiglia:
  • Flights mostly depart from Bologna Airport and arrive in Nice Cote d'Azur Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Bologna Centrale and arrive in Ventimiglia station.
  • Buses mostly depart from Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) and arrive in Ventimiglia, Piazza della Costituente.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Bologna to Ventimiglia, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Marino Autolinee, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar to go to Ventimiglia by bus.
  • Travel with Intercity, Regionale, Frecciarossa, Italo to go to Ventimiglia by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Bologna to Ventimiglia:
  • 1 direct buses per day with BlaBlaCar.
Omio customers who travel from Bologna to Ventimiglia often also extend their vacation to go to Nice, Milan, Monaco - Monte-Carlo, Genoa, Sanremo. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Ventimiglia and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Ventimiglia to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Ventimiglia, you can explore the charming Old Town with its medieval streets and historic architecture or visit the expansive Hanbury Botanical Gardens for stunning sea views and diverse plant species. Discover archaeological exhibits at Forte dell'Annunziata or admire the beautiful frescoes at Cattedrale di Santa Maria Assunta. Don't miss the prehistoric Balzi Rossi Caves. Experience the bustling Ventimiglia Market on Fridays, relax on Ventimiglia Beach, enjoy a scenic walk along the Roya River, savor local Ligurian cuisine at a traditional trattoria, and attend cultural events or festivals in the town.
Two to three days in Ventimiglia is typically sufficient to explore its historic old town, visit the vibrant Friday market, and enjoy the beautiful botanical gardens.
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