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from Genoa to Bologna

You can get from Genoa to Bologna by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

To get from Genoa to Bologna on Oct 21 we recommend taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

05:44PMGenoa Piazza Principe3h41 09:25PMBologna Centrale
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$291One-way
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05:44PMGenoa Piazza Principe3h41 09:25PMBologna Centrale
1 changes
$291One-way
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05:30PMGenoa Piazza Principe3h55 09:25PMBologna Centrale
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$291One-way
05:25PMGenoa Brignole4h00 09:25PMBologna Centrale
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$291One-way
05:44AMGenoa Piazza Principe3h41 09:25AMBologna Centrale
1 changes
$291One-way

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Thu
Oct 21
$29Regionale
$27Flixbus
Fri
Oct 22
$29Regionale
$31Marino Autolinee
Sat
Oct 23
$29Regionale
$31Marino Autolinee
Sun
Oct 24
$29Regionale
$31Marino Autolinee
Mon
Oct 25
$29Regionale
$31Marino Autolinee
Tue
Oct 26
$29Regionale
$31Marino Autolinee
Wed
Oct 27
$29Regionale
$31Marino Autolinee
Thu
Oct 28
$29Regionale
$31Marino Autolinee
Fri
Oct 29
$29Regionale
$31Marino Autolinee
Sat
Oct 30
$29Regionale
$31Marino Autolinee
Sun
Oct 31
$29Regionale
$31Marino Autolinee
Mon
Nov 1
$29Regionale
$31Marino Autolinee
Tue
Nov 2
$29Regionale
$31Marino Autolinee
Wed
Nov 3
$29Regionale
$31Marino Autolinee
Thu
Nov 4
$27Intercity Notte
$31Marino Autolinee
Fri
Nov 5
$29Regionale
$31Marino Autolinee
Sat
Nov 6
$24Intercity
$19Flixbus
Sun
Nov 7
$29Intercity
$31Marino Autolinee
Mon
Nov 8
$29Regionale
$31Marino Autolinee
Tue
Nov 9
$27Intercity Notte
$31Marino Autolinee

Travel Information to Bologna from Genoa

distanceDistance118 miles (191 km)
modeAvailable travel modesBus or train
priceTicket price range$21 - $29
cheapestCheapest modeBus • $21 (€17) • 3 h 45 min
fastestFastest modeTrain • $29 (€24) • 3 h 26 min
carriersPopular travel companiesTrenitalia or Regionale

Take a bus or train to travel 118 miles (191 km) between Genoa and Bologna. If speed is a priority, then a train is the best option with an average duration of 3 h 26 min; whereas, if saving money is more important, then a bus is the best option with prices starting as low as $21 (€17). The most popular travel companies which serve this route are Trenitalia or Regionale among others. Travelers can even take a direct from Genoa to Bologna.

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FAQs
What are the ways to get from Genoa to Bologna?

You can travel from Genoa to Bologna 2 different ways: bus or train.

How do I get from Genoa to Bologna the cheapest way?

The cheapest way to get from Genoa to Bologna is by taking a bus. You can find average ticket prices around $21 (€17) compared to other travel options to Bologna:

A bus is generally $8 (€7) less than a train for the same trip. Taking a train costs on average $29 (€24) from Genoa to Bologna.

What is the fastest way to get from Genoa to Bologna?

The quickest way to travel to Bologna from Genoa is by train, which takes on average 3 h 26 min   compared to other travel options that may take you longer to get to your destination:

In comparison, getting to Bologna by bus can take on average 3 h 45 min.

How far is Bologna from Genoa?

The distance from Genoa to Bologna is approximately 118 miles (191 km).

How many scheduled departures are there a day from Genoa to Bologna?

The average frequency per day from Genoa to Bologna is:

  • 7 trains a day.

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

When traveling to Bologna from Genoa, what are the departure and arrival points in Genoa and Bologna?

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

  • Buses from Genoa to Bologna most often leave from Genova, Autostazione Principe and arrive in Bologna, Autostazione.
  • Trains mostly depart from Genova Piazza Principe and arrive in Bologna Centrale.
Which travel operators can get me to Bologna from Genoa?

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Genoa to Bologna, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:

  • Trenitalia can take you to Bologna by bus. If searching for a good deal on buses, you can find tickets for Trenitalia from Genoa to Bologna for $21 (€17).
  • Travel with Regionale for trains to Bologna. If you’re looking for a good deal on tickets, check for Regionale Genoa to Bologna tickets on Omio for $29 (€24).
Where else should I travel to after my journey to Bologna from Genoa ends?
Many of our customers traveling from Genoa to Bologna don't make Bologna their final stop. Some of the destinations worth visiting after Bologna are Milan, Rome or Florence, either of which you could add to your trip itinerary. Check Omio for the best and cheapest ways to travel from Bologna to any of these top destinations today!
When should I book a ticket from Genoa to Bologna online to score the best deals?

When planning your trip from Genoa to Bologna, it’s good to keep in mind what tickets to book and their prices in the next 7 days:

  • Bus tickets are costing on average $21 (€17) one way.
  • Train tickets are costing $29 (€24) one way on average.

However, we recommend buying tickets from Genoa to Bologna online a few months in advance to get the best deals and save money on your upcoming journey.

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