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Museo del Castello
Museum in the seaside castle presenting exhibitions and cultural displays in one of Rapallo’s most recognisable historic buildings.
Cheapest price on 23 Sept
£22
Average ticket price on 23 Sept
£54
Fastest journey on 23 Sept
3 h 28 m
Average journey duration on 23 Sept
3 h 38 m
Trains on 23 Sept
79
Distance
168 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bologna to Rapallo is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bologna to Rapallo will cost around £54 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £22.
To travel from Bologna to Rapallo you need to make at least one change.
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3914 · Regionale TTPER 19247 · Regionale Veloce 3278
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3918 · Regionale TTPER 19251 · Regionale Veloce 3282
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3910 · Regionale TTPER 19243 · Regionale Veloce 3274
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3902 · Regionale 19235 · Regionale Veloce 3266
Regionale TTPER 2070 · Regionale Veloce 3261
FRECCIAROSSA 9310+
Intercity 669
FRECCIAROSSA 9320+
Intercity 685
FRECCIAROSSA 9547+
Regionale 18307+
FRECCIARGENTO 8556
FRECCIAROSSA 9532+
Intercity 673
FRECCIAROSSA 9540+
Intercity 679Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bologna to Rapallo among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £33 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 48m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £33, while a coach costs an average of £88.
Distance: 168 km
Most popular Train | Coach |
|---|---|
£33 Average Price Cheapest | £88 Average Price |
4h 48m Average total duration Fastest 4h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 23m Average total duration 4h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Bologna to Rapallo:
A train is £55 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Bologna to Rapallo costing on average £88.
Other travel options to Rapallo take longer:
Coach takes on average 4h 53m.
The table below shows live departures for Bologna to Rapallo trains for today, Tuesday 22 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FRECCIAROSSA 9552+ Intercity 887 | 19:36 Bologna Centrale | 3h44 | 23:20 Rapallo station | 1 change | |
| Wednesday 23 September | |||||
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2454+ Intercity 657 | 5:28 Bologna Centrale | 4h51 | 10:19 Rapallo station | 1 change | |
Regionale TTPER 2070 · Regionale Veloce 3261 | 6:33 Bologna Centrale | 4h20 | 10:53 Rapallo station | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9401+ Regionale 18357+ InterCityNotte 89512 | 7:02 Bologna Centrale | 4h58 | 12:00 Rapallo station | 2 changes | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3902 · Regionale 19235 · Regionale Veloce 3266 | 7:33 Bologna Centrale | 5h08 | 12:41 Rapallo station | 2 changes | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2462+ Intercity 637+ Regionale 12381 | 7:50 Bologna Centrale | 6h17 | 14:07 Rapallo station | 2 changes | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2462+ Intercity 665 | 7:50 Bologna Centrale | 6h31 | 14:21 Rapallo station | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9300+ Intercity 511 | 7:51 Bologna Centrale | 5h10 | 13:01 Rapallo station | 1 change | |
9966+ Intercity 669 | 8:41 Bologna Centrale | 7h38 | 16:19 Rapallo station | 1 change | |
9966+ Intercity 665 | 8:41 Bologna Centrale | 5h40 | 14:21 Rapallo station | 1 change | |
9966+ FRECCIABIANCA 8619 | 8:41 Bologna Centrale | 6h42 | 15:23 Rapallo station | 1 change | |
9908+ Intercity 665 | 9:06 Bologna Centrale | 5h15 | 14:21 Rapallo station | 1 change | |
9968+ Intercity 669 | 9:11 Bologna Centrale | 7h08 | 16:19 Rapallo station | 1 change | |
9968+ Intercity 665 | 9:11 Bologna Centrale | 5h10 | 14:21 Rapallo station | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9512+ Intercity 637+ Regionale 12381 | 9:36 Bologna Centrale | 4h31 | 14:07 Rapallo station | 2 changes | |
Intercity 580+ Regionale Veloce 3025 · Regionale Veloce 3273 | 9:46 Bologna Centrale | 5h32 | 15:18 Rapallo station | 2 changes | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2466 · Regionale Veloce 3025 · Regionale Veloce 3273 | 9:50 Bologna Centrale | 5h28 | 15:18 Rapallo station | 2 changes | |
9912+ Intercity 665 | 10:06 Bologna Centrale | 4h15 | 14:21 Rapallo station | 1 change | |
9972+ Intercity 665 | 10:11 Bologna Centrale | 4h10 | 14:21 Rapallo station | 1 change | |
9972+ Intercity 669 | 10:11 Bologna Centrale | 6h08 | 16:19 Rapallo station | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 3908 · Regionale TTPER 19241+ Intercity 674 | 10:33 Bologna Centrale | 5h06 | 15:39 Rapallo station | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9516+ Intercity 665 | 10:36 Bologna Centrale | 3h45 | 14:21 Rapallo station | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9618+ Regionale Veloce 3025 · Regionale Veloce 3273 | 10:56 Bologna Centrale | 4h22 | 15:18 Rapallo station | 2 changes | |
9916+ Intercity 669 | 11:06 Bologna Centrale | 5h13 | 16:19 Rapallo station | 1 change | |
9974+ Intercity 669 | 11:11 Bologna Centrale | 5h08 | 16:19 Rapallo station | 1 change | |
9974+ FRECCIABIANCA 8619 | 11:11 Bologna Centrale | 4h12 | 15:23 Rapallo station | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8810+ FRECCIABIANCA 8619 | 11:18 Bologna Centrale | 4h05 | 15:23 Rapallo station | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3910 · Regionale TTPER 19243 · Regionale Veloce 3274 | 11:33 Bologna Centrale | 5h08 | 16:41 Rapallo station | 2 changes | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3910 · Regionale TRENORD 10494+ Intercity 669 | 11:33 Bologna Centrale | 4h46 | 16:19 Rapallo station | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9520+ Regionale TRENORD 10467+ FRECCIABIANCA 8619 | 11:36 Bologna Centrale | 3h47 | 15:23 Rapallo station | 2 changes | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2470 · Regionale TTPER 2082 · Regionale Veloce 3277 | 11:50 Bologna Centrale | 5h28 | 17:18 Rapallo station | 2 changes | |
9920+ Intercity 669 | 12:06 Bologna Centrale | 4h13 | 16:19 Rapallo station | 1 change | |
9976+ Intercity 673 | 12:11 Bologna Centrale | 6h08 | 18:19 Rapallo station | 1 change | |
9976+ Intercity 669 | 12:11 Bologna Centrale | 4h08 | 16:19 Rapallo station | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3912 · Regionale 19245+ Intercity 680 | 12:33 Bologna Centrale | 5h06 | 17:39 Rapallo station | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9310+ Intercity 669 | 12:51 Bologna Centrale | 3h28 | 16:19 Rapallo station | 1 change | |
Intercity 606 · Intercity 673 | 13:03 Bologna Centrale | 5h16 | 18:19 Rapallo station | 1 change | |
9924+ Intercity 673 | 13:06 Bologna Centrale | 5h13 | 18:19 Rapallo station | 1 change | |
9978+ Intercity 673 | 13:11 Bologna Centrale | 5h08 | 18:19 Rapallo station | 1 change | |
9978+ Intercity 679 | 13:11 Bologna Centrale | 7h08 | 20:19 Rapallo station | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9628+ Intercity 641+ FRECCIAROSSA 8623 | 13:26 Bologna Centrale | 4h09 | 17:35 Rapallo station | 2 changes | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3914 · Regionale TTPER 19247 · Regionale Veloce 3278 | 13:33 Bologna Centrale | 5h08 | 18:41 Rapallo station | 2 changes | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2474 · Regionale Veloce 3033 · Regionale Veloce 3281 | 13:50 Bologna Centrale | 5h28 | 19:18 Rapallo station | 2 changes | |
9928+ Intercity 679 | 14:06 Bologna Centrale | 6h13 | 20:19 Rapallo station | 1 change | |
9928+ Intercity 673 | 14:06 Bologna Centrale | 4h13 | 18:19 Rapallo station | 1 change | |
9928+ Intercity 685 | 14:06 Bologna Centrale | 7h18 | 21:24 Rapallo station | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9532+ Intercity 673 | 14:36 Bologna Centrale | 3h43 | 18:19 Rapallo station | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9634+ Regionale Veloce 3033 · Regionale Veloce 3281 | 14:56 Bologna Centrale | 4h22 | 19:18 Rapallo station | 2 changes | |
Intercity 608 · Intercity 679 | 15:04 Bologna Centrale | 5h15 | 20:19 Rapallo station | 1 change | |
Regionale 17833 · Regionale 18522+ Intercity 684 | 15:05 Bologna Centrale | 4h34 | 19:39 Rapallo station | 2 changes | |
9932+ Intercity 679 | 15:06 Bologna Centrale | 5h13 | 20:19 Rapallo station | 1 change | |
9982+ Intercity 679 | 15:11 Bologna Centrale | 5h08 | 20:19 Rapallo station | 1 change | |
9982+ Intercity 685 | 15:11 Bologna Centrale | 6h13 | 21:24 Rapallo station | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9543+ Regionale Veloce 4043+ Intercity 684 | 15:27 Bologna Centrale | 4h12 | 19:39 Rapallo station | 2 changes | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3918 · Regionale TTPER 19251 · Regionale Veloce 3282 | 15:33 Bologna Centrale | 5h21 | 20:54 Rapallo station | 2 changes | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3918 · Regionale TRENORD 10496+ Intercity 679 | 15:33 Bologna Centrale | 4h46 | 20:19 Rapallo station | 2 changes | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2478 · Regionale Veloce 3037 · Regionale Veloce 3285 | 15:50 Bologna Centrale | 5h23 | 21:13 Rapallo station | 2 changes | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2478+ Intercity 685 | 15:50 Bologna Centrale | 5h34 | 21:24 Rapallo station | 1 change | |
8134+ Intercity 685 | 16:06 Bologna Centrale | 5h18 | 21:24 Rapallo station | 1 change | |
8134+ Intercity 679 | 16:06 Bologna Centrale | 4h13 | 20:19 Rapallo station | 1 change | |
8134+ Intercity 887 | 16:06 Bologna Centrale | 7h14 | 23:20 Rapallo station | 1 change | |
Intercity 597+ Regionale 18307+ Intercity 518 | 16:21 Bologna Centrale | 4h23 | 20:44 Rapallo station | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9547+ Regionale 18307+ FRECCIARGENTO 8556 | 16:27 Bologna Centrale | 3h42 | 20:09 Rapallo station | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9540+ Intercity 679 | 16:36 Bologna Centrale | 3h43 | 20:19 Rapallo station | 1 change | |
Intercity 590 · Intercity 689+ InterCityNotte 899 | 16:54 Bologna Centrale | 5h59 | 22:53 Rapallo station | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9642+ Regionale Veloce 3037 · Regionale Veloce 3285 | 16:56 Bologna Centrale | 4h17 | 21:13 Rapallo station | 2 changes | |
9940+ Intercity 685 | 17:06 Bologna Centrale | 4h18 | 21:24 Rapallo station | 1 change | |
9986+ Intercity 887 | 17:11 Bologna Centrale | 6h09 | 23:20 Rapallo station | 1 change | |
9986+ Intercity 685 | 17:11 Bologna Centrale | 4h13 | 21:24 Rapallo station | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2482+ Intercity 887 | 17:50 Bologna Centrale | 5h30 | 23:20 Rapallo station | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2482 · Regionale Veloce 3041 · Regionale Veloce 3275 | 17:50 Bologna Centrale | 5h49 | 23:39 Rapallo station | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9320+ Intercity 685 | 17:51 Bologna Centrale | 3h33 | 21:24 Rapallo station | 1 change | |
8944+ Regionale Veloce 3041 · Regionale Veloce 3275 | 18:06 Bologna Centrale | 5h33 | 23:39 Rapallo station | 2 changes | |
8944+ Intercity 887 | 18:06 Bologna Centrale | 5h14 | 23:20 Rapallo station | 1 change | |
8944+ Intercity 689+ InterCityNotte 899 | 18:06 Bologna Centrale | 4h47 | 22:53 Rapallo station | 2 changes | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3924 · S13 TRENORD 24371+ Intercity 887 | 18:33 Bologna Centrale | 4h47 | 23:20 Rapallo station | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9588+ Intercity 689+ InterCityNotte 899 | 18:36 Bologna Centrale | 4h17 | 22:53 Rapallo station | 2 changes | |
9948+ Intercity 887 | 19:06 Bologna Centrale | 4h14 | 23:20 Rapallo station | 1 change | |
9990+ Intercity 887 | 19:11 Bologna Centrale | 4h09 | 23:20 Rapallo station | 1 change | |
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Trains from Bologna to Rapallo run on average 40 times per day, taking around 4h 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £11 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:14, the last at 22:55. The fastest train covers the 168 km distance in 3h 4m.
Distance 168 km |
Average train duration 4h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price £11 |
Trains per day 40 |
Fastest train 3h 4m |
First train 0:14 |
Last train 22:55 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 42 days |
Discover the best of Rapallo — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Rapallo trip today.
Museum in the seaside castle presenting exhibitions and cultural displays in one of Rapallo’s most recognisable historic buildings.
Compact lace museum in a historic villa, showing local craftsmanship, tools and delicate pieces linked to Ligurian textile traditions.
Gallery and exhibition space hosting changing art shows and cultural events inside the lakeside setting of Villa Tigullio.
Elegant seafront promenade lined with palms, harbour views and Belle Époque buildings; ideal for a scenic walk at any time of day.
Main square near the waterfront, surrounded by historic buildings and everyday town life, making it a useful and lively meeting point.
Public park around Villa Tigullio with lawns, trees and sea views, offering a relaxed green break close to the centre.
A thin Ligurian chickpea pancake baked in a wood oven. Simple, crisp and deeply traditional across the Gulf of Tigullio.
A savoury vegetable pie of Swiss chard, herbs and cheese in thin pastry. A classic Ligurian home dish eaten throughout the area.
Fresh pasta ribbons with basil pesto, potatoes and green beans. This is one of Liguria’s signature dishes and common around Rapallo.
Traditional Ligurian restaurant known for seafood and regional pasta dishes in a relaxed, classic setting near the seafront.
Established seafood-focused dining with refined Ligurian cooking and a polished atmosphere, popular for fish and local specialities.
Casual spot for pizza, farinata and Ligurian favourites, valued for an easy-going atmosphere and dependable traditional choices.
Rapallo is pricier than many Italian towns, with higher hotel and restaurant costs in peak season, though trains and simple lunches remain fairly reasonable.
Service is often included or covered by coperto. Round up or leave 5-10% for very good restaurant service; taxi tipping is optional, and small change at cafés is appreciated.
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Rapallo railway station -> Piazza Cavour, Rapallo
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bologna to Rapallo 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 Rapallo, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Bologna to Rapallo trains use the Bologna Centrale to Rapallo station pair. Use this guide to compare Bologna and Rapallo 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.
Rapallo has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Ristorante Monique, Gran Caffe Rapallo
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Rapallo. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Rapallo. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Rapallo: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Rapallo: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Rapallo: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Astoria, Hotel Vesuvio, Grand Hotel Bristol Resort & Spa.
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