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You can get from Rimini to Bologna by train, bus or flight.
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To get from Rimini to Bologna on Nov 28 we recommend taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
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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.
Rimini to Bologna Travel Comparison
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Cheapest Time to Book |
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€9 |
1:30 h |
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€21 |
0:54 h |
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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
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
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
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Travel Tips
There are 2 ways to travel from Rimini to Bologna including taking a bus or train.
The cheapest way to go to Bologna from Rimini is by taking a train, which costs on average $12 (€10).
This is compared to other ways of getting to Bologna:
A train is generally $18 (€15) less than a bus for the same trip. Taking a bus costs on average $30 (€25) from Rimini to Bologna.
The fastest way to get to Bologna from Rimini is by train with an average travel time of 1 h 17 min.
Other travel options to Bologna can usually take longer:
In comparison, taking a bus requires on average 1 h 25 min of travel time.
You should expect to travel around 68 miles (109 km) between Rimini and Bologna.
The average frequency per day from Rimini to Bologna is:
- Around 25 trains per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your journey 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 take a bus from Rimini, Viale Regina Margherita (Marebello) to Bologna, Autostazione.
- Most travelers catch their train from Rimini and arrive in Bologna Centrale.
Omio works with many trusted partners that can help you travel the best way from Rimini to Bologna:
- You can go to Bologna from Rimini by bus with Air Italy Shuttle. You'll see cheap bus tickets for $30 (€25) with Air Italy Shuttle from Rimini to Bologna on Omio.
- You can travel to Bologna from Rimini by train with Regionale. You can find cheap tickets on Omio for $12 (€10) with Regionale from Rimini to Bologna.
Yes, there are direct services available from Rimini to Bologna with the following travel companies:
- You can take a direct bus with Air Italy Shuttle.
Direct services tend to save you time and add more convenience in getting you to Bologna as you won't need to transfer at another stop in between, so it's worth paying attention to before booking your tickets to Bologna from Rimini.
Before traveling from Rimini to Bologna, it’s good to know what ticket you can purchase and how much it will cost in the next 7 days:
- A bus ticket costs $30 (€25) one way on average for this journey.
- A train ticket for this journey is costing $12 (€10) one way on average.
But we recommend booking Rimini to Bologna tickets online a few months before your planned travel date to score the best deals and save money on your trip.
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