The cheapest and fastest trains from Bologna to Mantua
Cheapest price
£8
Average price
£9
Fastest journey
1 h 12 m
Average duration
1 h 30 m
Trains per day
37
Distance
86 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bologna to Mantua is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bologna to Mantua will cost around £9 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £8.
Of the 37 trains that leave Bologna for Mantua every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 86 km distance in an average of 1 h 30 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 12 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 37 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 2066 · Regionale TTPER 16980
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3916 · Regionale TTPER 22478
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3914 · Regionale TTPER 16992
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3918 · Regionale TTPER 22482
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3912 · Regionale TTPER 22474
FRECCIAROSSA 9328
Regionale TTPER 22454
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2458 · Regionale TTPER 22456
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3916 · Regionale TTPER 22478
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3914 · Regionale TTPER 16992Travel Information
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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bologna to Mantua among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 27m. 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 coach costs an average of £4, and a train costs an average of £4.
Distance: 86 km
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1h 57m Average total duration Fastest 1h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 14m Average total duration 1h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Bologna to Mantua train times
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Regionale TTPER 2066 · Regionale TTPER 16980 | 04:00 Bologna Centrale | 2h08 | 06:08 Borgochiesanuova | 1 change | |
Regionale TTPER 2066 · Regionale TTPER 16980 | 04:00 Bologna Centrale | 2h14 | 06:14 Mantua station | 1 change | |
InterCityNotte 752+ Regionale TTPER 16980 | 04:06 Bologna Centrale | 2h08 | 06:14 Mantua station | 1 change | |
InterCityNotte 752+ Regionale TTPER 16980 | 04:06 Bologna Centrale | 2h02 | 06:08 Borgochiesanuova | 1 change | |
Regionale TTPER 17870 · Regionale 16950 | 04:20 Bologna Centrale | 2h03 | 06:23 Mantua station | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2454 · Regionale TTPER 22400 · Regionale TTPER 22456 | 04:28 Bologna Centrale | 2h03 | 06:31 Mantua station | 2 changes | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2458 · Regionale TTPER 22456 | 04:50 Bologna Centrale | 1h41 | 06:31 Mantua station | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2458 · Regionale TTPER 22456 | 04:50 Bologna Centrale | 1h32 | 06:22 Borgochiesanuova | 1 change | |
Regionale TTPER 2070 · Regionale TTPER 22460 | 05:33 Bologna Centrale | 1h44 | 07:17 Mantua station | 1 change | |
Regionale TTPER 2070 · Regionale TTPER 22460 | 05:33 Bologna Centrale | 1h37 | 07:10 Borgochiesanuova | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3902 · Regionale TTPER 22462 | 06:33 Bologna Centrale | 1h44 | 08:17 Mantua station | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3902 · Regionale TTPER 22462 | 06:33 Bologna Centrale | 1h37 | 08:10 Borgochiesanuova | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 3904 · Regionale TTPER 16986 | 07:33 Bologna Centrale | 1h44 | 09:17 Mantua station | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 3904 · Regionale TTPER 16986 | 07:33 Bologna Centrale | 1h37 | 09:10 Borgochiesanuova | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3910 · Regionale TTPER 22470 | 10:33 Bologna Centrale | 1h44 | 12:17 Mantua station | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3910 · Regionale TTPER 22470 | 10:33 Bologna Centrale | 1h37 | 12:10 Borgochiesanuova | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3912 · Regionale TTPER 22474 | 11:33 Bologna Centrale | 1h44 | 13:17 Mantua station | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3912 · Regionale TTPER 22474 | 11:33 Bologna Centrale | 1h37 | 13:10 Borgochiesanuova | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3914 · Regionale TTPER 16992 | 12:33 Bologna Centrale | 1h37 | 14:10 Borgochiesanuova | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3914 · Regionale TTPER 16992 | 12:33 Bologna Centrale | 1h44 | 14:17 Mantua station | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3916 · Regionale TTPER 22478 | 13:33 Bologna Centrale | 1h44 | 15:17 Mantua station | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3916 · Regionale TTPER 22478 | 13:33 Bologna Centrale | 1h37 | 15:10 Borgochiesanuova | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3918 · Regionale TTPER 22482 | 14:33 Bologna Centrale | 1h44 | 16:17 Mantua station | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3918 · Regionale TTPER 22482 | 14:33 Bologna Centrale | 1h37 | 16:10 Borgochiesanuova | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3920 · Regionale TTPER 16996 | 15:33 Bologna Centrale | 1h44 | 17:17 Mantua station | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3920 · Regionale TTPER 16996 | 15:33 Bologna Centrale | 1h37 | 17:10 Borgochiesanuova | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3922 · Regionale TTPER 22488 | 16:33 Bologna Centrale | 1h37 | 18:10 Borgochiesanuova | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3922 · Regionale TTPER 22488 | 16:33 Bologna Centrale | 1h44 | 18:17 Mantua station | 1 change | |
Regionale TTPER 22454 | 17:40 Bologna Centrale | 1h30 | 19:10 Borgochiesanuova | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TTPER 22454 | 17:40 Bologna Centrale | 1h37 | 19:17 Mantua station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3926 · Regionale TTPER 17000 | 18:33 Bologna Centrale | 1h44 | 20:17 Mantua station | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3926 · Regionale TTPER 17000 | 18:33 Bologna Centrale | 1h37 | 20:10 Borgochiesanuova | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3928 · Regionale TTPER 22494 | 19:33 Bologna Centrale | 1h44 | 21:17 Mantua station | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3928 · Regionale TTPER 22494 | 19:33 Bologna Centrale | 1h37 | 21:10 Borgochiesanuova | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3930 · Regionale TTPER 22498 | 20:33 Bologna Centrale | 1h57 | 22:30 Mantua station | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3930 · Regionale TTPER 22498 | 20:33 Bologna Centrale | 1h40 | 22:13 Borgochiesanuova | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9328 | 20:51 Bologna Centrale | 1h12 | 22:03 Mantua station | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bologna to Mantua
Distance 86 km |
Average train duration 1h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price £4 |
Trains per day 31 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 1h 30m |
First train 03:55 |
Last train 21:55 |
Train companies: Regionale, Frecciarossa, Deutsche Bahn from Bologna to Mantua trainsRegionale, Frecciarossa, Deutsche Bahn trains will get you between Bologna and Mantua from £4. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Regionale
Frecciarossa
Deutsche Bahn
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
FAQs: Bologna to Mantua train

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Bologna and Mantua
- 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 - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible from Piazza Don Leoni.
- Ristorante Masseria
- Osteria dell'Oca
- Outside the main entrance.
- €1
- Hotel Casa Poli
- Hotel La Favorita
- Hotel Broletto
- 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 connections
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