The cheapest and fastest trains from Asti to Bologna
Cheapest price
£21
Average price
£37
Fastest journey
2 h 47 m
Average duration
3 h 6 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
252 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Asti to Bologna is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Asti to Bologna will cost around £37 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £21.
Of the 2 trains that leave Asti for Bologna every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 252 km distance in an average of 3 h 6 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 47 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 24 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.




Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Asti to Bologna
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Asti to Bologna among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £16. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 20m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £16, and a train costs an average of £14.
Distance: 252 km
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£22 Average Price | £17 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 50m Average total duration Fastest 3h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 59m Average total duration 4h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Asti to Bologna train times
The table below shows live departures for Asti to Bologna trains for today, Friday 21 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Regionale Veloce 2127 · Regionale Veloce 3032 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 2471 | 12:07 Asti station | 5h05 | 17:12 Bologna Centrale | 2 changes | |
Regionale Veloce 2127 · Regionale Veloce 3032+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9643 | 12:07 Asti station | 3h27 | 15:34 Bologna Centrale | 2 changes | |
Regionale Veloce 2128+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9645 | 12:54 Asti station | 3h10 | 16:04 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale 11071 · Regionale TRENORD 2373+ Intercity 599 | 13:13 Asti station | 4h37 | 17:50 Bologna Centrale | 2 changes | |
Regionale Veloce 2130+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9649 | 13:54 Asti station | 3h10 | 17:04 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
InterCityNotte 854+ SFM1 26036+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9649 | 14:02 Asti station | 3h02 | 17:04 Bologna Centrale | 2 changes | |
Regionale Veloce 2375 · Regionale Veloce 3035+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9653 | 14:40 Asti station | 3h24 | 18:04 Bologna Centrale | 2 changes | |
Regionale Veloce 2375 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 2475 | 14:40 Asti station | 4h42 | 19:22 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 2132+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9559 | 14:54 Asti station | 3h30 | 18:24 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 2133 · Regionale Veloce 3038 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 2477 | 15:07 Asti station | 4h58 | 20:05 Bologna Centrale | 2 changes | |
Regionale Veloce 2133 · Regionale Veloce 3038+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9559 | 15:07 Asti station | 3h17 | 18:24 Bologna Centrale | 2 changes | |
SFM6 26624+ FRECCIAROSSA 9329 | 15:10 Asti station | 3h59 | 19:09 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale 11077 · Regionale TTPER 2091 | 16:13 Asti station | 4h12 | 20:25 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 2136+ FRECCIAROSSA 9567 | 16:54 Asti station | 3h30 | 20:24 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Intercity 519+ Regionale TRENORD 2381+ InterCityNotte 765 | 17:41 Asti station | 4h54 | 22:35 Bologna Centrale | 2 changes | |
Regionale Veloce 2139 · Regionale Veloce 3044+ InterCityNotte 755 | 18:07 Asti station | 4h59 | 23:06 Bologna Centrale | 2 changes | |
Regionale Veloce 2141 · Regionale TRENORD 2385 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 2485 | 19:07 Asti station | 4h26 | 23:33 Bologna Centrale | 2 changes | |
InterCityNotte 757 | 20:29 Asti station | 2h53 | 23:22 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday 22 November | |||||
![]() | 05:41 Asti | 2h47 | 08:28 Bologna | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Asti to Bologna
Trains from Asti to Bologna run on average 36 times per day, taking around 3h 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £14 if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:10, the last at 23:35. The fastest train covers the 252 km distance in 2h 47m.
Distance 252 km |
Average train duration 3h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price £14 |
Trains per day 36 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 2h 47m |
First train 00:10 |
Last train 23:35 |
Train companies: Regionale, Italo, Frecciarossa, Intercity Notte, Intercity from Asti to Bologna trainsRegionale, Italo, Frecciarossa, Intercity Notte, Intercity trains will get you between Asti and Bologna from £14. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Asti to Bologna train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Asti to Bologna by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Bologna, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Asti and Bologna
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from Piazza Marconi.
- Ristorante Tacabanda
- Osteria del Diavolo
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €1
- Hotel Palio
- Hotel Aleramo
- Hotel Lis
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform access
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Regional connections
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00
- Free Wi-Fi.
- Luggage facility, open daily from 07:00 to 22:00, is located in front of binario 7 Ovest (Track 7 West).
- Burger King
- A Cafè
- VyTA Boulangerie
- Venchi
- Scambio
- Juice Bar
- KFC
- Dispensa Emilia
- Lavazza
- Mokà
- & more
- Accessible facilities including barrier-free restrooms, elevators and ramps. Sala Blu mobility assistance available from 07:45 to 22:30 with advanced one-hour notice.
- Starhotels Excelsior
- Millenn Hotel Bologna
- UNA Hotels
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00
- Customer service center is on the ground floor and open every day from 06:30 to 23:00.
- Bus lines: 21, 25, 30, 36, 61, 62, 77, BLQ
- Monorail lines: Marconi Express
- Train lines: FR, FA, FB, IC, ICN, R, Italo, ÖBB EC, EN
- Free parking available near the station
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- Free of charge
- San Ruffillo House
- Hotel Il Guercino
- Hotel Porta San Mamolo
- The station has a simple layout with two platforms and a small waiting area.
- Bus: Several local bus lines available
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