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Museo San Domenico
The main civic museum inside Palazzo Tozzoni, presenting archaeology, art and local history through varied collections and temporary displays.
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bologna to Imola is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bologna to Imola will cost around £4 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £4.
On Wed 11 Nov, we found 58 trains from Bologna to Imola, including 58 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 34 km distance in an average of 19 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 18 m .
The slowest trains will take 20 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.
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Trains from Bologna to Imola run on average 48 times per day, taking around 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £4 if you book in advance.
There are 48 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:46. The fastest train covers the 34 km distance in 18m.
Distance 34 km |
Average train duration 24m |
Cheapest ticket price £4 |
Trains per day 48 |
Direct trains 48 |
Fastest train 18m |
First train 0:02 |
Last train 23:46 |
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Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Bologna to Imola.
The table below shows live departures for Bologna to Imola trains for today, Tuesday 10 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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Regionale TTPER 17537 | 10:18 Bologna Centrale | 0h34 | 10:52 Imola station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3911 | 10:34 Bologna Centrale | 0h23 | 10:57 Imola station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17549 | 11:05 Bologna Centrale | 0h20 | 11:25 Imola station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17495 | 11:18 Bologna Centrale | 0h32 | 11:50 Imola station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3915 | 11:34 Bologna Centrale | 0h20 | 11:54 Imola station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17551 | 12:05 Bologna Centrale | 0h20 | 12:25 Imola station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17499 | 12:18 Bologna Centrale | 0h30 | 12:48 Imola station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3917 | 12:34 Bologna Centrale | 0h20 | 12:54 Imola station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17497 | 12:50 Bologna Centrale | 0h32 | 13:22 Imola station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17553 | 13:05 Bologna Centrale | 0h20 | 13:25 Imola station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17503 | 13:18 Bologna Centrale | 0h32 | 13:50 Imola station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3921 | 13:34 Bologna Centrale | 0h20 | 13:54 Imola station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17555 | 14:05 Bologna Centrale | 0h20 | 14:25 Imola station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17505 | 14:18 Bologna Centrale | 0h32 | 14:50 Imola station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3925 | 14:34 Bologna Centrale | 0h20 | 14:54 Imola station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17509 | 14:50 Bologna Centrale | 0h32 | 15:22 Imola station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17557 | 15:05 Bologna Centrale | 0h20 | 15:25 Imola station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17507 | 15:18 Bologna Centrale | 0h32 | 15:50 Imola station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3927 | 15:34 Bologna Centrale | 0h20 | 15:54 Imola station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17559 | 16:05 Bologna Centrale | 0h20 | 16:25 Imola station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17517 | 16:18 Bologna Centrale | 0h32 | 16:50 Imola station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3929 | 16:34 Bologna Centrale | 0h20 | 16:54 Imola station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17561 | 17:05 Bologna Centrale | 0h20 | 17:25 Imola station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17627 | 17:18 Bologna Centrale | 0h29 | 17:47 Imola station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3931 | 17:34 Bologna Centrale | 0h21 | 17:55 Imola station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17563 | 18:05 Bologna Centrale | 0h20 | 18:25 Imola station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17523 | 18:18 Bologna Centrale | 0h32 | 18:50 Imola station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3935 | 18:34 Bologna Centrale | 0h20 | 18:54 Imola station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17439 | 18:50 Bologna Centrale | 0h28 | 19:18 Imola station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17565 | 19:05 Bologna Centrale | 0h20 | 19:25 Imola station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17529 | 19:18 Bologna Centrale | 0h32 | 19:50 Imola station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3937 | 19:34 Bologna Centrale | 0h20 | 19:54 Imola station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TTPER 4005 | 19:50 Bologna Centrale | 0h23 | 20:13 Imola station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17567 | 20:05 Bologna Centrale | 0h20 | 20:25 Imola station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17531 | 20:18 Bologna Centrale | 0h32 | 20:50 Imola station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3939 | 20:34 Bologna Centrale | 0h20 | 20:54 Imola station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2477 | 21:10 Bologna Centrale | 0h18 | 21:28 Imola station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17535 | 21:18 Bologna Centrale | 0h32 | 21:50 Imola station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TTPER 2091 | 21:34 Bologna Centrale | 0h20 | 21:54 Imola station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17569 | 22:06 Bologna Centrale | 0h32 | 22:38 Imola station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17441 | 22:44 Bologna Centrale | 0h23 | 23:07 Imola station | 0 changesdirect | |
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Regionale TTPER 17431 | 0:44 Bologna Centrale | 0h29 | 1:13 Imola station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17433 | 5:00 Bologna Centrale | 0h26 | 5:26 Imola station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TTPER 4009 | 5:50 Bologna Centrale | 0h18 | 6:08 Imola station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17435 | 5:55 Bologna Centrale | 0h26 | 6:21 Imola station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3901 | 6:34 Bologna Centrale | 0h20 | 6:54 Imola station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17541 | 6:50 Bologna Centrale | 0h21 | 7:11 Imola station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17437 | 6:59 Bologna Centrale | 0h29 | 7:28 Imola station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17481 | 7:18 Bologna Centrale | 0h34 | 7:52 Imola station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3905 | 7:34 Bologna Centrale | 0h27 | 8:01 Imola station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17483 | 7:43 Bologna Centrale | 0h34 | 8:17 Imola station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17543 | 8:05 Bologna Centrale | 0h20 | 8:25 Imola station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3907 | 8:34 Bologna Centrale | 0h20 | 8:54 Imola station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17487 | 8:50 Bologna Centrale | 0h32 | 9:22 Imola station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17545 | 9:05 Bologna Centrale | 0h20 | 9:25 Imola station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17489 | 9:18 Bologna Centrale | 0h32 | 9:50 Imola station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2067 | 9:34 Bologna Centrale | 0h20 | 9:54 Imola station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17547 | 10:05 Bologna Centrale | 0h20 | 10:25 Imola station | 0 changesdirect | |
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The main civic museum inside Palazzo Tozzoni, presenting archaeology, art and local history through varied collections and temporary displays.
A preserved aristocratic residence with furnished rooms, paintings and objects that offer an intimate view of upper-class life in Imola.
A museum dedicated to Giuseppe Scarabelli, showing natural history, geology and scientific collections assembled for study and public education.
Imola’s lively main square, framed by civic buildings and arcades, ideal for soaking up daily life and beginning a walk through the centre.
A broad public park inside the racing complex, popular for walks and events, with open green space and views near the famous circuit.
An elegant shopping street lined with arcades and historic façades, well suited to a relaxed stroll through the heart of Imola.
Handmade egg pasta stuffed with ricotta, Parmesan, nutmeg and spinach. A Romagna classic served with butter and sage or ragù at family tables.
Fresh egg tagliatelle traditionally served with slow-cooked meat ragù. It is a staple across Emilia-Romagna and central to Sunday meals.
Small folded pasta filled with seasoned meat, usually served in rich capon or beef broth. A festive dish strongly tied to Romagna tradition.
Historic restaurant in central Imola known for Romagna classics, handmade pasta and a traditional dining room with a polished but welcoming feel.
Well-regarded trattoria serving regional pasta, grilled meats and seasonal dishes in a relaxed setting popular for dependable local cooking.
Casual spot for authentic piadina and Romagna snacks, ideal for a quick local meal in an informal atmosphere.
Moderate for Italy: dining is reasonable, local transport is cheap, and hotels rise during major events such as race weekends.
Tipping is modest. Service may be included. Round up or leave €1-2 in cafés, 5-10% in restaurants if service was good, and round up taxi fares.
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Most Bologna to Imola trains use the Bologna Centrale to Imola station pair. Use this guide to compare Bologna and Imola train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Bologna Centrale is 1 km from Bologna city centre. Public transport options include:
Bologna Centrale has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Burger King, A Cafè, VyTA Boulangerie, Venchi, Scambio, Juice Bar, KFC, Dispensa Emilia, Lavazza, Mokà, & more
Free Wi-Fi. . ATMs are aTM is located in the main hall.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00. Information desks are customer service center is on the ground floor and open every day from 06:30 to 23:00.
Luggage storage is luggage facility, open daily from 07:00 to 22:00, is located in front of binario 7 Ovest (Track 7 West).
Available at Bologna Centrale: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bologna Centrale: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bologna Centrale: 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.
Nearby hotels include Starhotels Excelsior, Millenn Hotel Bologna, UNA Hotels.
Bologna, Aeroporto is 5 km from Bologna city centre. Public transport options include:
Bologna, Aeroporto has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Multiple options on site
Free wifi throughout the station. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Bologna, Aeroporto.
Available at Bologna, Aeroporto: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bologna, Aeroporto: Fully accessible for disabled individuals.
Bologna S. Vitale is 2 km from Bologna city centre. Public transport options include:
Bologna S. Vitale has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Bologna S. Vitale.
ATMs are available at Bologna S. Vitale.
Available at Bologna S. Vitale: Parking, WC.
Available at Bologna S. Vitale: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bologna S. Vitale: Elevators, ramps.
Imola has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Ristorante San Domenico, Osteria del Teatro
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Imola. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Imola. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Imola: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Imola: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Imola: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Donatello Imola, Hotel Olimpia, Euro Hotel.
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