The cheapest and fastest trains from Bologna to Portofino
Cheapest price
£22
Average price
£22
Fastest journey
5 h 14 m
Average duration
5 h 19 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
170 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bologna to Portofino is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bologna to Portofino will cost around £22 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £22.
Of the 2 trains that leave Bologna for Portofino every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 170 km distance in an average of 5 h 19 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 14 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 24 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.




Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Bologna to Portofino
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bologna to Portofino among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £10. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 3h 36m. 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 £10, and a flight costs an average of £50.
Distance: 170 km
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£22 Average Price | £16 Average Price Cheapest | £148 Average Price |
4h 17m Average total duration 3h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 6m Average total duration Fastest 3h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 1m Average total duration 10h 1m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Bologna to Portofino train times
The table below shows live departures for Bologna to Portofino trains for today, Friday 7 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 04:33 Bologna | 4h30 | 09:03 Portofino | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:33 Bologna | 5h24 | 15:57 Portofino | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 13:33 Bologna | 5h16 | 18:49 Portofino | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 17:33 Bologna | 4h46 | 22:19 Portofino | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
Find all the dates and times for this journey
Compare prices and tickets Bologna to Portofino by coach, train or flight
Compare coach, train and flight prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
08 Nov
09 Nov
10 Nov
11 Nov
12 Nov
13 Nov
14 Nov
Journey information
Overview: Train from Bologna to Portofino
Trains from Bologna to Portofino run on average 95 times per day, taking around 3h 47m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £16 but you can travel from only £10 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:07, the last at 22:55. The fastest train covers the 170 km distance in 3h 28m.
Distance 170 km |
Average train duration 3h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price £16 |
Trains per day 95 |
Fastest train 3h 28m |
First train 00:07 |
Last train 22:55 |
Train companies: Regionale, Intercity, Frecciabianca, Intercity Notte from Bologna to Portofino trainsRegionale, Intercity, Frecciabianca, Intercity Notte trains will get you between Bologna and Portofino from £10. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Regionale
Intercity
Frecciabianca
Intercity Notte
FAQs: Bologna to Portofino train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bologna to Portofino 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 Portofino, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Bologna and Portofino
- 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
Most popular train connections from Bologna
More options for your journey from Bologna to Portofino
Here are some other resources that might have the information you need
