Bologna to Imola train with Regionale

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Bologna to Imola

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 18 Sept

Cheapest price on 18 Sept

£4

Average ticket price on 18 Sept

£4

Fastest journey on 18 Sept

18 m

Average journey duration on 18 Sept

19 m

Trains on 18 Sept

58

Distance

34 km

Cheap tickets

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.

Fast trains

On Fri 18 Sept, 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.

  • RegionaleRegionale TTPER 17499
    12:180h30
    Bologna Centrale
    12:48Imola station
    £41One-way
    0 changes
  • RegionaleRegionale TTPER 2091
    21:340h20
    Bologna Centrale
    21:54Imola station
    £41One-way
    0 changes
  • RegionaleRegionale Veloce TTPER 3939
    20:340h20
    Bologna Centrale
    20:54Imola station
    £41One-way
    0 changes
  • RegionaleRegionale TTPER 17547
    10:050h20
    Bologna Centrale
    10:25Imola station
    £41One-way
    0 changes
  • RegionaleRegionale TTPER 17545
    9:050h20
    Bologna Centrale
    9:25Imola station
    £41One-way
    0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Bologna to Imola

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bologna to Imola among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £4 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 54m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.0kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £4, while a coach costs an average of £233.

Distance: 34 km

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£4

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£233

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54m

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24m

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Direct Options

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Bologna to Imola is a coach with an average price of £4.

This is compared to other travel options from Bologna to Imola:

A coach is £0.01 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bologna to Imola costing on average £4.

The fastest way to travel from Bologna to Imola is by train with an average journey time of 20m.

Other travel options to Imola take longer:

Coach takes on average 46m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Bologna and Imola including taking a train and coach.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 30m faster (20m by train vs 50m by car) and roughly £4 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£4 vs £8). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.

Direct services run with Regionale.

Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.

Live departures

Bologna to Imola train times

The table below shows live departures for Bologna to Imola trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
RegionaleRegionale TTPER 1755715:05 Bologna Centrale
0h20
15:25 Imola station0 changesdirect
RegionaleRegionale TTPER 1750715:18 Bologna Centrale
0h32
15:50 Imola station0 changesdirect
RegionaleRegionale Veloce TTPER 392715:34 Bologna Centrale
0h20
15:54 Imola station0 changesdirect
RegionaleRegionale TTPER 1755916:05 Bologna Centrale
0h20
16:25 Imola station0 changesdirect
RegionaleRegionale TTPER 1751716:18 Bologna Centrale
0h32
16:50 Imola station0 changesdirect
RegionaleRegionale Veloce 392916:34 Bologna Centrale
0h20
16:54 Imola station0 changesdirect
RegionaleRegionale TTPER 1756117:05 Bologna Centrale
0h20
17:25 Imola station0 changesdirect
RegionaleRegionale TTPER 1762717:18 Bologna Centrale
0h29
17:47 Imola station0 changesdirect
RegionaleRegionale Veloce 393117:34 Bologna Centrale
0h21
17:55 Imola station0 changesdirect
RegionaleRegionale TTPER 1756318:05 Bologna Centrale
0h20
18:25 Imola station0 changesdirect
RegionaleRegionale TTPER 1752318:18 Bologna Centrale
0h32
18:50 Imola station0 changesdirect
RegionaleRegionale Veloce TTPER 393518:34 Bologna Centrale
0h20
18:54 Imola station0 changesdirect
RegionaleRegionale TTPER 1743918:50 Bologna Centrale
0h28
19:18 Imola station0 changesdirect
RegionaleRegionale TTPER 1756519:05 Bologna Centrale
0h20
19:25 Imola station0 changesdirect
RegionaleRegionale TTPER 1752919:18 Bologna Centrale
0h32
19:50 Imola station0 changesdirect
RegionaleRegionale Veloce TTPER 393719:34 Bologna Centrale
0h20
19:54 Imola station0 changesdirect
RegionaleRegionale TTPER 400519:50 Bologna Centrale
0h23
20:13 Imola station0 changesdirect
RegionaleRegionale TTPER 1756720:05 Bologna Centrale
0h20
20:25 Imola station0 changesdirect
RegionaleRegionale TTPER 1753120:18 Bologna Centrale
0h32
20:50 Imola station0 changesdirect
RegionaleRegionale Veloce TTPER 393920:34 Bologna Centrale
0h20
20:54 Imola station0 changesdirect
RegionaleRegionale Veloce TTPER 247721:10 Bologna Centrale
0h18
21:28 Imola station0 changesdirect
RegionaleRegionale TTPER 1753521:18 Bologna Centrale
0h32
21:50 Imola station0 changesdirect
RegionaleRegionale TTPER 209121:34 Bologna Centrale
0h20
21:54 Imola station0 changesdirect
RegionaleRegionale TTPER 1756922:06 Bologna Centrale
0h32
22:38 Imola station0 changesdirect
RegionaleRegionale TTPER 1744122:44 Bologna Centrale
0h23
23:07 Imola station0 changesdirect
RegionaleRegionale TTPER 174310:44 Bologna Centrale
0h29
1:13 Imola station0 changesdirect
RegionaleRegionale TTPER 174335:00 Bologna Centrale
0h26
5:26 Imola station0 changesdirect
RegionaleRegionale TTPER 40095:50 Bologna Centrale
0h18
6:08 Imola station0 changesdirect
RegionaleRegionale TTPER 174355:55 Bologna Centrale
0h26
6:21 Imola station0 changesdirect
RegionaleRegionale Veloce 39016:34 Bologna Centrale
0h20
6:54 Imola station0 changesdirect
RegionaleRegionale TTPER 175416:50 Bologna Centrale
0h21
7:11 Imola station0 changesdirect
RegionaleRegionale TTPER 174376:59 Bologna Centrale
0h29
7:28 Imola station0 changesdirect
RegionaleRegionale TTPER 174817:18 Bologna Centrale
0h34
7:52 Imola station0 changesdirect
RegionaleRegionale Veloce TTPER 39057:34 Bologna Centrale
0h27
8:01 Imola station0 changesdirect
RegionaleRegionale TTPER 174837:43 Bologna Centrale
0h34
8:17 Imola station0 changesdirect
RegionaleRegionale TTPER 175438:05 Bologna Centrale
0h20
8:25 Imola station0 changesdirect
RegionaleRegionale Veloce TTPER 39078:34 Bologna Centrale
0h20
8:54 Imola station0 changesdirect
RegionaleRegionale TTPER 174878:50 Bologna Centrale
0h32
9:22 Imola station0 changesdirect
RegionaleRegionale TTPER 175459:05 Bologna Centrale
0h20
9:25 Imola station0 changesdirect
RegionaleRegionale TTPER 174899:18 Bologna Centrale
0h32
9:50 Imola station0 changesdirect
RegionaleRegionale Veloce TTPER 20679:34 Bologna Centrale
0h20
9:54 Imola station0 changesdirect
RegionaleRegionale TTPER 1754710:05 Bologna Centrale
0h20
10:25 Imola station0 changesdirect
RegionaleRegionale TTPER 1753710:18 Bologna Centrale
0h34
10:52 Imola station0 changesdirect
RegionaleRegionale Veloce TTPER 391110:34 Bologna Centrale
0h23
10:57 Imola station0 changesdirect
RegionaleRegionale TTPER 1754911:05 Bologna Centrale
0h20
11:25 Imola station0 changesdirect
RegionaleRegionale TTPER 1749511:18 Bologna Centrale
0h32
11:50 Imola station0 changesdirect
RegionaleRegionale Veloce TTPER 391511:34 Bologna Centrale
0h20
11:54 Imola station0 changesdirect
RegionaleRegionale TTPER 1755112:05 Bologna Centrale
0h20
12:25 Imola station0 changesdirect
RegionaleRegionale TTPER 1749912:18 Bologna Centrale
0h30
12:48 Imola station0 changesdirect
RegionaleRegionale Veloce TTPER 391712:34 Bologna Centrale
0h20
12:54 Imola station0 changesdirect
RegionaleRegionale TTPER 1749712:50 Bologna Centrale
0h32
13:22 Imola station0 changesdirect
RegionaleRegionale TTPER 1755313:05 Bologna Centrale
0h20
13:25 Imola station0 changesdirect
RegionaleRegionale TTPER 1750313:18 Bologna Centrale
0h32
13:50 Imola station0 changesdirect
RegionaleRegionale Veloce 392113:34 Bologna Centrale
0h20
13:54 Imola station0 changesdirect
RegionaleRegionale TTPER 1755514:05 Bologna Centrale
0h20
14:25 Imola station0 changesdirect
RegionaleRegionale TTPER 1750514:18 Bologna Centrale
0h32
14:50 Imola station0 changesdirect
RegionaleRegionale Veloce TTPER 392514:34 Bologna Centrale
0h20
14:54 Imola station0 changesdirect
RegionaleRegionale TTPER 1750914:50 Bologna Centrale
0h32
15:22 Imola station0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Bologna to Imola

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Trains from Bologna to Imola run on average 49 times per day, taking around 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £4 if you book in advance.

There are 49 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:46. The fastest train covers the 34 km distance in 20m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
34 km
Average train duration
20m
Cheapest ticket price
£4
Trains per day
49
Direct trains
49
Fastest train
20m
First train
0:02
Last train
23:46
Cheapest Month
Sept
Cheapest Day
Wed
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Sun
Least Busy Day
Tue
Best time to book
1 day
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Train companies: Intercity, Regionale from Bologna to Imola trainsIntercity, Regionale trains will get you between Bologna and Imola from £4. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Intercity

About
Trenitalia Intercity is a high-speed train service operated by the Italian national railway company, Trenitalia. It operates throughout the country, with services running from early morning to late evening. The Intercity trains come in two types: the Intercity Plus, which is the fastest and most comfortable, and the Intercity, which is slightly slower but still offers a comfortable journey. Onboard facilities include air conditioning, power sockets, Wi-Fi, and a bar service. There are several ticket types available, including Standard, Super Economy, and Business. The most popular routes for Trenitalia Intercity are from Rome to Milan, Naples to Florence, and Turin to Venice.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Intercity Duration
37m
Cheapest Intercity Price
£11
Intercity frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage up to 30kg total
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas at end of carriages
Cancellation Policy
According to ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund provided
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Restaurant car with hot meals and snacks, trolley service in some trains. But do not count on the presence of a buffet car. So if having access to food and drink on the train is important to you, it’s best to bring your own refreshments onboard.
Seat reservation
Seat reservation included in ticket price for most routes
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed free, larger dogs require paid ticket
Quiet zone

Regionale

About
Regionale is the regional train service of national carrier Trenitalia connecting all of Italy. It is the most convinient way to travel to both big cities and the smallest villages all over the Italian country. The regional trains have different names depending on the region they serve, such as Treno Regionale Veloce (TRV) and Treno Regionale Lento (TRL). Treno Rock and Treno pop are the two new trains part of Trenitalia regionale fleet. Trenitalia Regionale offers a variety of ticket types, including single tickets (economy and standard), return tickets, and season tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, air conditioning, and power sockets. The most popular routes for Regionale are between Rome and Milan, Naples and Florence, and Turin and Venice.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Regionale Duration
18m
Cheapest Regionale Price
£4
Regionale frequency
57 a day
Luggage included
Free hand luggage allowance included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas between seats
Cancellation Policy
According to ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund provided
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Bar service available on some trains with snacks and beverages
Seat reservation
Seat reservation included in ticket price for most services
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and assistance available for passengers with reduced mobility
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Larger dogs require paid ticket and muzzle
Quiet zone

Complete guide to Imola

Things to do in Imola

Discover the best of Imola — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Imola trip today.

  • Must visit

Museo San Domenico

The main civic museum inside Palazzo Tozzoni, presenting archaeology, art and local history through varied collections and temporary displays.

  • Recommended

Palazzo Tozzoni

A preserved aristocratic residence with furnished rooms, paintings and objects that offer an intimate view of upper-class life in Imola.

  • Recommended

Museo Giuseppe Scarabelli

A museum dedicated to Giuseppe Scarabelli, showing natural history, geology and scientific collections assembled for study and public education.

Euro (€)

Moderate for Italy: dining is reasonable, local transport is cheap, and hotels rise during major events such as race weekends.

Average meal costs

Budget
€8-15 for pizza, panini, or a simple lunch.
Mid-range
€20-35 per person for a three-course meal.
Fine dining
€60+ per person for upscale dining.
Coffee
€1.20-2.50 for espresso or cappuccino.

Tipping culture

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.

FAQs: Bologna to Imola train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bologna to Imola 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 Imola, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Bologna to Imola can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £4, while the average price tends to be around £4.
The train journey from Bologna to Imola covers a distance of 34 km and takes approximately 20m. Trains run 49 per day.
The train distance from Bologna to Imola is 34 km.
The first train from Bologna to Imola leaves at 0:02.
The last train from Bologna to Imola departs at 23:46.
Trains from Bologna to Imola run approximately 49 times per day.
Yes, there is a high-speed train service from Bologna to Imola.
Yes, there is a direct train between Bologna and Imola. The service operates 49 times per day, provided by Regionale.
To get from Bologna to Imola, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Bologna to Imola.
The train station in Bologna that goes to Imola is Bologna Centrale, and it arrives at Imola station.
The cheapest way to get from Bologna to Imola is by train, costing approximately £4.
Booking trains from Bologna to Imola in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Bologna to Imola offers pleasant views of the Italian countryside, including rolling hills and small villages, though it is not considered exceptionally scenic compared to other routes in Italy.
Yes, a day trip from Bologna to Imola is feasible. The journey takes only 20m and covers 34 km. With a frequency of 50 trains per day, it is convenient for travel.
Two to three days are generally sufficient to explore Imola, allowing time to visit its main attractions such as the Autodromo Enzo e Dino Ferrari, Rocca Sforzesca, and a leisurely stroll through the charming town centre.
Yes, you can take the train from Bologna to Imola.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Bologna and Imola

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.

Departure train stations in Bologna
Arrival train stations in Imola

Which Bologna station do trains to Imola leave from?

Trains from Bologna to Imola leave from Bologna Centrale. The station is 1 km from Bologna city centre at Piazza delle Medaglie d'Oro, 40121 Bologna, Italy.
Bologna CentralePiazza delle Medaglie d'Oro, 40121 Bologna, Italy+39 892021WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Bologna Centrale from Bologna city centre

Bologna Centrale is 1 km from Bologna city centre. Public transport options include:

Bus11, 181, 21, 30, 38, 445, C, 61, 62, 81, 87, 91, N4, 92, N3 · 4m · £0.90 · every ~39 min
21, 30, 11, C, 62, N4, N3 · 6m · £0.90 · every ~36 min

Bologna Centrale train station facilities and services

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 and drink

Food options include: Burger King, A Cafè, VyTA Boulangerie, Venchi, Scambio, Juice Bar, KFC, Dispensa Emilia, Lavazza, Mokà, & more

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free Wi-Fi. . ATMs are aTM is located in the main hall.

Tickets and information

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 and lost property

Luggage storage is luggage facility, open daily from 07:00 to 22:00, is located in front of binario 7 Ovest (Track 7 West).

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Bologna Centrale: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Bologna Centrale: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

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.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Starhotels Excelsior, Millenn Hotel Bologna, UNA Hotels.

Bologna S. Vitale40138 Bologna, Metropolitan City of Bologna, ItalyParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelBike Parking
City-centre transport

Getting to Bologna S. Vitale from Bologna city centre

Bologna S. Vitale is 2 km from Bologna city centre. Public transport options include:

Bus99 · 1h 3m · £4
99, 206, 211 · 1h 45m · £5 · every ~4 min

Bologna S. Vitale train station facilities and services

Bologna S. Vitale has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel and Bike Parking.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Bologna S. Vitale.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

ATMs are available at Bologna S. Vitale.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Bologna S. Vitale: Parking, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Bologna S. Vitale: Bike Parking.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Bologna S. Vitale: Elevators, ramps.

Bologna, AeroportoBologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ), Via del Triumvirato, 84, 40132 Bologna BO, ItalyWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCShowerTicket Office
City-centre transport

Getting to Bologna, Aeroporto from Bologna city centre

Bologna, Aeroporto is 5 km from Bologna city centre. Public transport options include:

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Bologna, Aeroporto train station facilities and services

Bologna, Aeroporto has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.

Food and drink

Food options include: Multiple options on site

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free wifi throughout the station. ATMs are located near the main entrance.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Bologna, Aeroporto.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Bologna, Aeroporto: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Bologna, Aeroporto: Fully accessible for disabled individuals.

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