- Must visit
Galleria Nazionale dell'Umbria
Perugia’s main art museum inside the Palazzo dei Priori, with Umbrian masterpieces, medieval rooms and works by Perugino and other regional artists.
Cheapest price
£21
Average price
£33
Fastest journey
2 h 40 m
Average duration
3 h 10 m
Trains per day
31
Distance
175 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bologna to Perugia is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bologna to Perugia will cost around £33 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £21.
To travel from Bologna to Perugia you need to make at least one change.
Regionale 17807 · Regionale Veloce 4101 · treno 7515 effettuato con bus PG823
Regionale 17803 · Regionale Veloce 4101 · treno 7515 effettuato con bus PG823
Regionale 17807 · Regionale Veloce 4101 · treno 7515 effettuato con bus PG823
Regionale 17803 · Regionale Veloce 4101 · treno 7515 effettuato con bus PG823
Regionale 17803 · Regionale Veloce 4101 · treno 7515 effettuato con bus PG823
FRECCIAROSSA 9329+
Autobus PG893
FRECCIAROSSA 9559+
Regionale Veloce 4089 · treno 4089 effettuato con bus PG851
FRECCIAROSSA 9539+
Regionale Veloce 4107 · Autobus PG043
Intercity 584+
treno 4077 effettuato con bus PG829
FRECCIAROSSA 9583+
Regionale Veloce 4103 · treno 7517 effettuato con bus PG827Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bologna to Perugia among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £5. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 3h 2m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £5, and a train costs an average of £11.
Distance: 175 km
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£20 Average Price | £12 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 55m Average total duration 3h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 32m Average total duration Fastest 3h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The table below shows live departures for Bologna to Perugia trains for today, Monday 24 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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Regionale 17803 · Regionale Veloce 4101 · treno 7515 effettuato con bus PG823 | 6:16 Bologna San Ruffillo | 6h44 | 13:00 Perugia station | 2 changes | |
Regionale 17803 · Regionale Veloce 4101 · treno 7515 effettuato con bus PG823 | 6:16 Bologna San Ruffillo | 6h33 | 12:49 Perugia Università | 2 changes | |
Regionale 17803 · Regionale Veloce 4101 · treno 7515 effettuato con bus PG823 | 6:16 Bologna San Ruffillo | 6h28 | 12:44 Perugia Capitini | 2 changes | |
Regionale 17807 · Regionale Veloce 4101 · treno 7515 effettuato con bus PG823 | 6:35 Bologna Centrale | 6h14 | 12:49 Perugia Università | 2 changes | |
Regionale 17807 · Regionale Veloce 4101 · treno 7515 effettuato con bus PG823 | 6:35 Bologna Centrale | 6h09 | 12:44 Perugia Capitini | 2 changes | |
Regionale 17807 · Regionale Veloce 4101 · treno 7515 effettuato con bus PG823 | 6:35 Bologna Centrale | 6h25 | 13:00 Perugia station | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9401+ Regionale Veloce 4073 · treno 4073 effettuato con bus PG817 | 7:02 Bologna Centrale | 4h13 | 11:15 Perugia station | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8513+ Regionale Veloce 4075 · treno 7515 effettuato con bus PG823 | 8:47 Bologna Centrale | 3h57 | 12:44 Perugia Capitini | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9583+ Regionale Veloce 4103 · treno 7517 effettuato con bus PG827 | 10:27 Bologna Centrale | 3h33 | 14:00 Perugia Università | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9583+ Regionale Veloce 4103 · treno 7517 effettuato con bus PG827 | 10:27 Bologna Centrale | 3h43 | 14:10 Perugia station | 2 changes | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3911 · Regionale Veloce 4155 · Regionale Veloce 4730 | 10:34 Bologna Centrale | 6h31 | 17:05 Perugia station | 2 changes | |
Intercity 584+ treno 4079 effettuato con bus PG835 | 11:21 Bologna Centrale | 4h33 | 15:54 Perugia Università | 1 change | |
Intercity 584+ treno 4077 effettuato con bus PG829 | 11:21 Bologna Centrale | 3h20 | 14:41 Perugia station | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9413+ Regionale Veloce 4105 · Autobus PG041 | 12:02 Bologna Centrale | 3h38 | 15:40 Perugia station | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9413+ Regionale Veloce 4105 · treno 4079 effettuato con bus PG835 | 12:02 Bologna Centrale | 3h52 | 15:54 Perugia Università | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9535+ Regionale Veloce 4079 · treno 4079 effettuato con bus PG837 | 13:27 Bologna Centrale | 3h37 | 17:04 Perugia Università | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9535+ Regionale Veloce 4079 · treno 4079 effettuato con bus PG837 | 13:27 Bologna Centrale | 3h53 | 17:20 Perugia station | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9539+ Regionale Veloce 4107 · Autobus PG043 | 14:27 Bologna Centrale | 3h15 | 17:42 Perugia station | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9539+ Regionale Veloce 4107 · treno 4081 effettuato con bus PG843 | 14:27 Bologna Centrale | 3h47 | 18:14 Perugia Università | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9543+ Regionale Veloce 4081 · treno 4081 effettuato con bus PG845 | 15:27 Bologna Centrale | 3h47 | 19:14 Perugia station | 2 changes | |
Regionale 17835 · Regionale 18849 · treno 4085 effettuato con bus PG849 | 15:35 Bologna Centrale | 5h35 | 21:10 Perugia station | 2 changes | |
Intercity 597+ treno 4085 effettuato con bus PG847 | 16:21 Bologna Centrale | 3h48 | 20:09 Perugia station | 1 change | |
Intercity 594+ treno 4085 effettuato con bus PG849 | 17:25 Bologna Centrale | 3h45 | 21:10 Perugia station | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9559+ Regionale Veloce 4089 · treno 4089 effettuato con bus PG851 | 19:27 Bologna Centrale | 3h03 | 22:30 Perugia station | 2 changes | |
Intercity 599+ BUS L599C | 20:06 Bologna Centrale | 3h43 | 23:49 Perugia station | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9329+ Autobus PG893 | 20:12 Bologna Centrale | 2h40 | 22:52 Perugia station | 1 change | |
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InterCityNotte 757+ Regionale Veloce 4151 · Regionale 94720 | 0:27 Bologna Centrale | 6h08 | 6:35 Perugia station | 2 changes | |
InterCityNotte 770+ treno 4720 effettuato con bus PG807 | 1:33 Bologna Centrale | 6h01 | 7:34 Perugia Capitini | 1 change | |
InterCityNotte 770+ treno 4720 effettuato con bus PG807 | 1:33 Bologna Centrale | 6h06 | 7:39 Perugia Università | 1 change | |
InterCityNotte 770+ treno 7501 effettuato con bus PG805 | 1:33 Bologna Centrale | 5h42 | 7:15 Perugia station | 1 change | |
Regionale TTPER 17433+ FRECCIARGENTO 8851+ Regionale Veloce 4724 | 5:00 Bologna Centrale | 6h00 | 11:00 Perugia station | 2 changes | |
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Trains from Bologna to Perugia run on average 44 times per day, taking around 3h 25m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £11 but you can travel from only £5 by coach.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:39. The fastest train covers the 175 km distance in 2h 40m.
Distance 175 km |
Average train duration 3h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price £11 |
Trains per day 44 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 2h 40m |
First train 0:01 |
Last train 23:39 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 84 days |
Discover the best of Perugia — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Perugia trip today.
Perugia’s main art museum inside the Palazzo dei Priori, with Umbrian masterpieces, medieval rooms and works by Perugino and other regional artists.
Archaeological museum with Etruscan, Roman and prehistoric finds, set in the former convent of San Domenico near one of the city’s oldest quarters.
Contemporary art venue in a former Dominican church, hosting temporary exhibitions and cultural events in a dramatic restored historic space.
Subterranean streets and vaults beneath the old city, created within the former fortress. An atmospheric route that reveals layers of Perugia’s urban history.
Long, lively pedestrian street lined with shops, palaces and everyday city life. It is ideal for a central walk between the station escalators and the old core.
Terraced gardens near the civic centre with broad views towards the Umbrian hills. A peaceful place for a stroll, sunset and a break from museum visits.
Thick handmade pasta with a rich ragù of chicken giblets. A classic Umbrian Sunday dish, especially tied to Perugia’s home cooking.
Slow-roasted suckling pig seasoned with fennel, garlic and herbs. Widely eaten in Umbria and prized for its crisp skin and savoury filling.
Umbrian bean and grain soup, often made with borlotti beans, farro and vegetables. A rustic staple of the inland countryside.
Traditional Umbrian restaurant known for roast meats, local pasta and a warm historic setting near the centre.
Well-known local spot for classic Perugian dishes, grilled meats and regional wines in a relaxed, rustic atmosphere.
Casual deli and eatery focused on Umbrian cheeses, salumi, sandwiches and small plates, ideal for a light regional meal.
Moderate for Italy: meals and hotels are usually cheaper than Rome or Florence, while local buses and coffee stay fairly affordable for visitors.
Service is often included or not expected. Round up or leave €1-2 in cafés, 5-10% for very good restaurant service, and round up taxi fares.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bologna to Perugia 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 Perugia, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Bologna to Perugia trains use the Bologna Centrale to Perugia station pair, with some services arriving at Perugia Universita'. Use this guide to compare Bologna and Perugia 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 San Ruffillo is 4 km from Bologna city centre. Public transport options include:
Bologna San Ruffillo has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Bologna San Ruffillo.
Available at Bologna San Ruffillo: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bologna San Ruffillo: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bologna San Ruffillo: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include San Ruffillo House, Hotel Il Guercino, Hotel Porta San Mamolo.
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.
Perugia is 1 km from Perugia city centre. Public transport options include:
Perugia has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Ristorante La Taverna, Osteria A Priori
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Perugia. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Perugia. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Perugia: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Perugia: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Perugia: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Sangallo Palace Hotel, Hotel Giò Wine e Jazz Area, Hotel Fortuna.
Perugia Universita' is 2 km from Perugia city centre. Public transport options include:
Perugia Universita' has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Osteria a Priori, La Taverna
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Perugia Universita'. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Perugia Universita'. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Perugia Universita': Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Perugia Universita': Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Perugia Universita': Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Sina Brufani, Hotel Fortuna, Sangallo Palace Hotel.
Perugia Capitini is 2 km from Perugia city centre. Public transport options include:
Perugia Capitini has practical services for this route, including Dining, ATM, Accessibility, Hotel and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Perugia Capitini.
ATMs are available at Perugia Capitini.
Available at Perugia Capitini: Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Perugia Capitini.
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