The cheapest and fastest trains from Bologna to Carrara
Cheapest price
£18
Average price
£18
Fastest journey
3 h 34 m
Average duration
4 h 6 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
112 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bologna to Carrara is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bologna to Carrara will cost around £18 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £18.
Of the 2 trains that leave Bologna for Carrara 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 112 km distance in an average of 4 h 6 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 34 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 38 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 Bologna to Carrara
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bologna to Carrara among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £15. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 1h 58m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £15, and a coach costs an average of £15.
Distance: 112 km
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£17 Average Price Cheapest | £24 Average Price |
3h 18m Average total duration 2h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 28m Average total duration Fastest 1h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Bologna to Carrara train times
The table below shows live departures for Bologna to Carrara trains for today, Saturday 20 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 12:33 Bologna | 3h34 | 16:07 Carrara | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 14:33 Bologna | 4h45 | 19:18 Carrara | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bologna to Carrara
Trains from Bologna to Carrara run on average 42 times per day, taking around 2h 48m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £15 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:43, the last at 22:49. The fastest train covers the 112 km distance in 3h 5m.
Distance 112 km |
Average train duration 2h 48m |
Cheapest ticket price £15 |
Trains per day 42 |
Fastest train 3h 5m |
First train 00:43 |
Last train 22:49 |
Train companies: Regionale, Frecciarossa, Italo from Bologna to Carrara trainsRegionale, Frecciarossa, Italo trains will get you between Bologna and Carrara from £15. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Bologna to Carrara train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bologna to Carrara 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 Carrara, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Bologna and Carrara
- 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
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available near the station with several spaces for short-term and long-term parking.
- Ristorante Il Patio
- Trattoria Bonora
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Flyon Hotel
- Hotel Bologna Airport
- Hotel Del Borgo
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and platforms
- Hall 2: waiting area and restrooms
- Bus: Several lines available connecting to Bologna city center
- Taxi services available
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available near the station with limited spaces.
- Ristorante Pizzeria La Capinera
- Osteria del Mare
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €0.50
- Hotel Carrara
- Hotel Michelangelo
- Hotel Dora
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and waiting area
- Platforms are accessible via underpass.
- Bus: Several local lines available
- Train: Regional and long-distance services
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