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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points when traveling from Rimini to Bologna: Most travelers board their bus from Rimini, Centro Studi (Via Fada) and arrive in Bologna, Aeroporto di Bologna. Most travelers take a train from Rimini to Bologna Centrale.

Which travel companies can get me from Rimini to Bologna?

Omio works with many trusted partners that can help you travel the best way from Rimini to Bologna: You can travel by bus from Rimini to Bologna with Air Italy Shuttle, Marino Autolinee, FlixBus, Itabus, Sellitto or Shuttle Italy Airport, and you can find FlixBus Rimini to Bologna tickets for $7 (€6) on Omio. You can travel to Bologna from Rimini by train with Regionale, Intercity, Frecciarossa or Trenitalia. You can find cheap tickets on Omio for $11 (€10) with Trenitalia from Rimini to Bologna.

Is there a way to travel directly from Rimini to Bologna?

Yes, there are direct routes from Rimini to Bologna with the following travel companies: You can check for a direct bus to Bologna with Air Italy Shuttle, Marino Autolinee, FlixBus or Sellitto with 4 direct buses per day. You can find 16 direct trains per day to Bologna with Regionale, Intercity or Frecciarossa. Direct services to Bologna tend to save you time and add more convenience as you won't need to transfer at another stop in between, so it's worth paying attention to before booking tickets for your journey.

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Travel Information from Rimini to Bologna

Distance	68 miles (109 km)
Available travel modes	Bus or train
Ticket price range	$7 - $12
Cheapest mode	Bus • $7 (€6) • 1 h 25 min
Fastest mode	Train • $12 (€11) • 1 h 17 min
Popular travel companies	Air Italy Shuttle or Regionale

Take a bus or train to travel 68 miles (109 km) between Rimini and Bologna. The most popular travel companies which serve this route are Air Italy Shuttle or Regionale among others. Travelers can even take a direct bus or train from Rimini to Bologna.

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from Rimini to Bologna

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

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

Regionale Veloce TTPER 3910

09:58AM1h28

Rimini station

11:26AMBologna Centrale

$131One-way

0 transfers

Cheapest

2082

06:45AM1h35

Rimini, Centro Studi (Via Fada)

08:20AMBologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)

$91One-way

0 transfers

Fastest

InterCityNotte 752

04:09AM0h53

Rimini station

05:02AMBologna Centrale

$201One-way

0 transfers

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Regionale Veloce TTPER 3912

10:41AM1h45

Rimini station

12:26PMBologna Centrale

$131One-way

0 transfers

Regionale TTPER 18110

11:30AM1h18

Rimini station

12:48PMBologna Centrale

$131One-way

0 transfers

Intercity 604

09:47AM1h14

Rimini station

11:01AMBologna Centrale

$201One-way

0 transfers

FlixBus

09:00AM1h55

Rimini, Centro Studi (Via Fada)

10:55AMBologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)

$121One-way

0 transfers

FlixBus

03:15PM1h30

Rimini, Centro Studi (Via Fada)

04:45PMBologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)

$121One-way

0 transfers

FlixBus

05:45PM1h55

Rimini, Centro Studi (Via Fada)

07:40PMBologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)

$121One-way

0 transfers

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How to Travel from Rimini to Bologna

The distance between Rimini to Bologna is approximately 118 kilometers. This is a relatively short distance making road and rail travel ideal options. There are two main public transportation options for travelers who want to travel in Italy between Rimini and Bologna. Travelers can choose between train or bus. It is also possible to travel by rental car or use a ride share option to journey between the cities. Air travel is not a sensible option as the two cities are located very close to each other.

Trains from Rimini to Bologna

Rimini to Bologna Travel Comparison

	Average Price	Travel Time	Cheapest Time to Book
	€9	1:30 h	1 Day Ahead
	€21	0:54 h	1 Week Ahead

What is the best way to travel from Rimini to Bologna?

Cheapest way to travel from Rimini to Bologna

Taking the bus is the cheapest way to travel from Rimini to Bologna. Most buses traveling from Rimini to Bologna depart from either Rimini's Uscita A14 Riccione Bar ''il Trovatore'' and take an hour and a half to arrive at Bologna's central bus station. Two buses travel from Rimini to Bologna every day, with the first departing at 9:40 a.m. The main bus companies that travel from Rimini to Bologna is Baltour. Ridesharing services like BlaBlaCar also frequently travel from Rimini to Bologna.

Fastest way to travel from Rimini to Bologna

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Since there are no direct flights, the fastest way to travel from Rimini to Bologna is by taking a high-speed train. Trains traveling from Rimini to Bologna depart from either Rimini's main train station and take as little as 54 minutes to arrive at Bologna Centrale train station. Both Trenitalia and Italo offer frequent trains from Rimini to Bologna, with the first train departing at 3:24 a.m. Nearly 90 trains travel from Rimini to Bologna per day.

Most popular way to travel from Rimini to Bologna

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Taking the train is the most popular way to travel from Rimini to Bologna. Taking a high-speed train is usually half an hour faster than taking the bus, which are not frequently available. Be sure to look for a Frecciarossa, Frecciargento or Italo train, which are approximately an hour faster than taking a regional Trenitalia train. Trains traveling from Rimini to Bologna are also usually more convenient for travelers since approximately 90 trains depart from Florence throughout the day.

How to get from Rimini to Bologna

The Best Way According to our Users

Whether it is for business or leisure, in order to travel from Rimini to Bologna, 100,00% of our customers choose the train as their preferred mode of transportation. By traveling by train on this route, you can enjoy the comfort of spacious seats, spectacular views—and in some cases free Wi-Fi—in both second and first class. Our customers have decided that the train is the best way to get from Rimini to Bologna and have chosen to enjoy this fast, safe and efficient way to arrive at their destination. Taking the train also avoids long lines or potential expenses for transfers to/from the station—especially since most main railway stations are located in the city center. Train companies in Europe vary from country to country, but most of them offer high-speed train routes, therefore when you add up at the end-to-end journey time, the train is often also the fastest way to get to your destination.

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Frecciarossa, Italo and Trenitalia will get you from Rimini to Bologna at great prices. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best travel times, prices and tickets for your trip.

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Step on board a Frecciarossa train and relax as you travel across Italy. Trenitalia’s Frecciarossa high-speed trains make about 200 connections across Italy per day and are renowned for their comfort, speed and reduced environmental impact. Frecciarossa reach speeds up to 186 mph (300 kmh). When booking your Frecciarossa you can choose between four different classes: Standard, Premium, Business, and Executive.

Italo is a brand of high-speed trains operated by the Italian train company Nuovo Trasporto Viaggiatori (NTV). Its fleet includes the Italo AGV 575, the premier high-speed service reaching speeds up to 186 mph (300 km/h), and the Italo EVO, an eco-friendly #[+travelMode] that can reach a maximum speed of 150 mph (250 km/h). Italo offers four different class options, but each car is modernly equipped with a high level of comfort. You can choose between the Smart, Comfort, Prima and Club Executive classes. Italo offers three types of fares with different prices and flexibility: Low Cost, Economy, and Flex.

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. 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 train 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. DB uses different types of trains 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.

Trenitalia is not only Italy's national railroad company but also the country's largest train operator. Trenitalia’s fleet of trains ncludes the high-speed Frecciarossa, Frecciargento and Frecciabianca trains as well as intercity, regional and night trains. Bathrooms and WiFi access are standard on long-distance routes. In most cases, the trains also provide barrier-free access. Trenitalia offers different tickets, which vary in price and flexibility: Base, Economy, Super Economy and Ordinaria. You can even use Trenitalia discount cards on Omio. Make sure to look out for the latest offers from Trenitalia on Omio to score special deals!

FlixBus is one of Europe's leading low-cost travel companies, founded in Germany and offering long-distance travel services in Europe and the U. S. FlixBus also operates overnight travel on select routes throughout Europe. Standard amenities on FlixBus include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge your phone, tablet or laptop during long travel journeys, extra legroom, luggage space and toilets. You can even purchase snacks and drinks onboard. FlixBus offers only the Standard ticket for all its routes, which allows you to bring one carry-on luggage and one checked bag per person. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and specific seat reservations, such as if you want to book an Extra Seat, Table Seat or the Panorama Seat.

FAQs: Travel from Rimini to Bologna

FAQs: Travel to Bologna 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 Rimini to Bologna.

There are 2 travel options between Rimini and Bologna. You can take a bus or train.

The cheapest way to get from Rimini to Bologna is by taking a bus with average ticket prices of $7 (€6) compared to other travel options to Bologna:

Taking a bus costs $5 (€5) less than taking a train, which costs on average $12 (€11) for the same trip.

The fastest way from Rimini to Bologna is by train with an average journey time of 1 h 17 min.

There are alternative travel options to Bologna that take longer:

Bus takes on average 1 h 25 min.

The Rimini to Bologna distance is around 68 miles (109 km).

The average frequency per day from Rimini to Bologna is:

6 buses per day.
16 trains a day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your trip from Rimini to Bologna 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 when traveling from Rimini to Bologna:

Most travelers board their bus from Rimini, Centro Studi (Via Fada) and arrive in Bologna, Aeroporto di Bologna.
Most travelers take a train from Rimini to Bologna Centrale.

Omio works with many trusted partners that can help you travel the best way from Rimini to Bologna:

You can travel by bus from Rimini to Bologna with Air Italy Shuttle, Marino Autolinee, FlixBus, Itabus, Sellitto or Shuttle Italy Airport, and you can find FlixBus Rimini to Bologna tickets for $7 (€6) on Omio.
You can travel to Bologna from Rimini by train with Regionale, Intercity, Frecciarossa or Trenitalia. You can find cheap tickets on Omio for $11 (€10) with Trenitalia from Rimini to Bologna.

Yes, there are direct routes from Rimini to Bologna with the following travel companies:

You can check for a direct bus to Bologna with Air Italy Shuttle, Marino Autolinee, FlixBus or Sellitto with 4 direct buses per day.
You can find 16 direct trains per day to Bologna with Regionale, Intercity or Frecciarossa.

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

Many of our customers traveling from Rimini to Bologna don't make Bologna their final stop. Some of the destinations worth visiting after Bologna are Florence, Rome, Milan, Venice or Paris, 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!

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