The cheapest and fastest trains from Bologna to Cesena
Cheapest price
£7
Average price
£11
Fastest journey
37 m
Average duration
40 m
Trains per day
50
Distance
82 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bologna to Cesena is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bologna to Cesena will cost around £11 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £7.
Of the 50 trains that leave Bologna for Cesena every day 39 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 82 km distance in an average of 40 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 37 m .
The slowest trains will take 42 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.
Regionale TTPER 17567 · Regionale TTPER 17473
Regionale Veloce 3901
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3907
Regionale TTPER 3941
Regionale TTPER 3949
FRECCIAROSSA 8813
FRECCIAROSSA 8807
FRECCIAROSSA 8825
FRECCIAROSSA 8823
FRECCIAROSSA 8819Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Bologna to Cesena
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bologna to Cesena among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 55m. 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 £7, and a coach costs an average of £3.
Distance: 82 km
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Live departures
Bologna to Cesena train times
The table below shows live departures for Bologna to Cesena trains for today, Sunday 9 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3915 | 10:34 Bologna Centrale | 1h08 | 11:42 Cesena station | 0 changesdirect | |
Intercity 607 | 11:00 Bologna Centrale | 0h49 | 11:49 Cesena station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17499 | 11:18 Bologna Centrale | 1h15 | 12:33 Cesena station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3917 | 11:34 Bologna Centrale | 1h06 | 12:40 Cesena station | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8807 | 11:45 Bologna Centrale | 0h37 | 12:22 Cesena station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TTPER 32551 · Regionale TTPER 17463 | 12:05 Bologna Centrale | 1h14 | 13:19 Cesena station | 1 change | |
Intercity 584 | 12:12 Bologna Centrale | 0h52 | 13:04 Cesena station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3923 | 12:34 Bologna Centrale | 1h06 | 13:40 Cesena station | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8809+ Regionale Veloce 3923 | 12:45 Bologna Centrale | 0h55 | 13:40 Cesena station | 1 change | |
Regionale TTPER 1763 | 12:50 Bologna Centrale | 1h09 | 13:59 Cesena station | 0 changesdirect | |
Intercity 609 | 13:00 Bologna Centrale | 0h49 | 13:49 Cesena station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3925 | 13:34 Bologna Centrale | 1h06 | 14:40 Cesena station | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8811+ Regionale Veloce TTPER 3922 | 13:45 Bologna Centrale | 1h32 | 15:17 Cesena station | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3927 | 14:34 Bologna Centrale | 1h06 | 15:40 Cesena station | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8813 | 14:45 Bologna Centrale | 0h37 | 15:22 Cesena station | 0 changesdirect | |
Intercity 611 | 15:00 Bologna Centrale | 0h49 | 15:49 Cesena station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3929 | 15:34 Bologna Centrale | 1h12 | 16:46 Cesena station | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8815+ Regionale Veloce TTPER 3926 | 15:45 Bologna Centrale | 1h32 | 17:17 Cesena station | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 3931 | 16:34 Bologna Centrale | 1h08 | 17:42 Cesena station | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8819 | 16:45 Bologna Centrale | 0h42 | 17:27 Cesena station | 0 changesdirect | |
Intercity 613 | 16:58 Bologna Centrale | 0h51 | 17:49 Cesena station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3935 | 17:34 Bologna Centrale | 1h06 | 18:40 Cesena station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce 1729 | 18:12 Bologna Centrale | 1h00 | 19:12 Cesena station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3937 | 18:34 Bologna Centrale | 1h10 | 19:44 Cesena station | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8823 | 18:45 Bologna Centrale | 0h42 | 19:27 Cesena station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TTPER 32565 · Regionale TTPER 17473 | 19:05 Bologna Centrale | 1h13 | 20:18 Cesena station | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3939 | 19:34 Bologna Centrale | 1h06 | 20:40 Cesena station | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8825 | 19:45 Bologna Centrale | 0h42 | 20:27 Cesena station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TTPER 2091 | 20:34 Bologna Centrale | 1h09 | 21:43 Cesena station | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8829+ Regionale TTPER 2091 | 20:45 Bologna Centrale | 0h58 | 21:43 Cesena station | 1 change | |
Regionale TTPER 3949 | 21:34 Bologna Centrale | 0h54 | 22:28 Cesena station | 0 changesdirect | |
InterCityNotte 765 | 22:39 Bologna Centrale | 0h50 | 23:29 Cesena station | 0 changesdirect | |
InterCityNotte 755 | 23:10 Bologna Centrale | 1h00 | 00:10 Cesena station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Monday 10 November | |||||
Regionale TTPER 17433 | 04:00 Bologna Centrale | 1h02 | 05:02 Cesena station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17435 | 04:55 Bologna Centrale | 1h02 | 05:57 Cesena station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3901 | 05:34 Bologna Centrale | 1h06 | 06:40 Cesena station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17437 | 05:59 Bologna Centrale | 1h07 | 07:06 Cesena station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3905 | 06:34 Bologna Centrale | 1h06 | 07:40 Cesena station | 0 changesdirect | |
Intercity 603 | 07:00 Bologna Centrale | 0h49 | 07:49 Cesena station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3907 | 07:34 Bologna Centrale | 1h06 | 08:40 Cesena station | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8801+ Regionale Veloce TTPER 3910 | 07:45 Bologna Centrale | 1h32 | 09:17 Cesena station | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2067 | 08:34 Bologna Centrale | 1h23 | 09:57 Cesena station | 0 changesdirect | |
Intercity 605 | 08:58 Bologna Centrale | 0h52 | 09:50 Cesena station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3911 | 09:34 Bologna Centrale | 1h20 | 10:54 Cesena station | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bologna to Cesena
Trains from Bologna to Cesena run on average 40 times per day, taking around 55m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £7 but you can travel from only £3 by coach.
There are 31 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:10, the last at 23:45. The fastest train covers the 82 km distance in 54m.
Distance 82 km |
Average train duration 55m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Trains per day 40 |
Direct trains 31 |
Fastest train 54m |
First train 00:10 |
Last train 23:45 |
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FAQs: Bologna to Cesena train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bologna to Cesena 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 Cesena, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Bologna and Cesena
- 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
- 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
- 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 - 8:00 PM Monday - Saturday
- Closed on Sunday
- Parking is available near the station, with spaces for short-term and long-term parking.
- CA.FÉ MAZZINI
- Gelateria Mazzini
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- €1
- Hotel Camplus Mazzini
- Hotel Blumen
- Hotel Sant'Orsola City House
- The station has a simple layout with two platforms serving regional trains.
- Bus: Several local bus lines available
- Elevators, ramps.
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from Piazzale Karl Marx.
- Ristorante Pizzeria La Rocca
- Osteria Michiletta
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- €1
- Unaway Hotel Cesena Nord
- Best Western Cesena Hotel
- Hotel Casali
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for trains to regional and long-distance destinations
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Regional and long-distance services
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