How to travel from Rimini to Bologna

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Travel Information from Rimini to Bologna

distanceDistance68 miles (109 km)
modeAvailable travel modesBus or train
priceTicket price range$7 - $12
cheapestCheapest modeBus • $7 (€6) • 1 h 25 min
fastestFastest modeTrain • $12 (€11) • 1 h 17 min
carriersPopular travel companiesAir 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.

RegionaleRegionale Veloce TTPER 3910
09:58AM1h28
Rimini station
11:26AMBologna Centrale
$131One-way
0 transfers
Cheapest
Itabus2082
06:45AM1h35
Rimini, Centro Studi (Via Fada)
08:20AMBologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
$91One-way
0 transfers
Fastest
Intercity NotteInterCityNotte 752
04:09AM0h53
Rimini station
05:02AMBologna Centrale
$201One-way
0 transfers
Other options
RegionaleRegionale Veloce TTPER 3912
10:41AM1h45
Rimini station
12:26PMBologna Centrale
$131One-way
0 transfers
RegionaleRegionale TTPER 18110
11:30AM1h18
Rimini station
12:48PMBologna Centrale
$131One-way
0 transfers
IntercityIntercity 604
09:47AM1h14
Rimini station
11:01AMBologna Centrale
$201One-way
0 transfers
FlixBusFlixBus
09:00AM1h55
Rimini, Centro Studi (Via Fada)
10:55AMBologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
$121One-way
0 transfers
FlixBusFlixBus
03:15PM1h30
Rimini, Centro Studi (Via Fada)
04:45PMBologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
$121One-way
0 transfers
FlixBusFlixBus
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

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€9

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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


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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.

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.

    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!

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