The cheapest and fastest trains from Bologna to Rome
Cheapest price
£29
Average price
£56
Fastest journey
1 h 57 m
Average duration
1 h 57 m
Trains per day
161
Distance
304 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bologna to Rome is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bologna to Rome will cost around £56 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £29.
Of the 161 trains that leave Bologna for Rome every day 152 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 304 km distance in an average of 1 h 57 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 57 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 58 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 17845 · Regionale 18861 · Regionale Veloce 411318:465h48Bologna San Ruffillo0:34Rome Tiburtina£291One-way2 changes
Regionale 17815 · Regionale 18467 · Regionale Veloce 41058:468h19Bologna San Ruffillo17:05Rome Termini£291One-way2 changes
Regionale 17839 · Regionale 18527 · Regionale Veloce 411117:165h45Bologna San Ruffillo23:01Rome Tiburtina£291One-way2 changes
Regionale 17803 · Regionale Veloce 4101 · Regionale Veloce 41536:166h44Bologna San Ruffillo13:00Rome Termini£291One-way2 changes
Regionale 17807 · Regionale Veloce 4101 · Regionale Veloce 41536:356h25Bologna Centrale13:00Rome Termini£291One-way2 changes
FRECCIAROSSA 94669:521h57Bologna Centrale11:49Rome Tiburtina£731One-way0 changes
99418:521h57Bologna Centrale10:49Rome Tiburtina£511One-way0 changes
999719:521h57Bologna Centrale21:49Rome Tiburtina£511One-way0 changes
999318:521h57Bologna Centrale20:49Rome Tiburtina£511One-way0 changes
99697:521h58Bologna Centrale9:50Rome Tiburtina£511One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Bologna to Rome
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bologna to Rome among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £7. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 20m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £7, and a flight costs an average of £54.
Distance: 304 km
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4h 51m Average total duration 4h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 13m Average total duration 4h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 20m Average total duration Fastest 2h 20m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Bologna to Rome train times
The table below shows live departures for Bologna to Rome trains for today, Thursday 21 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Regionale 17803 · Regionale Veloce 4101 · Regionale Veloce 4153 | 6:16 Bologna San Ruffillo | 6h44 | 13:00 Rome Termini | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9505 | 6:27 Bologna Centrale | 2h37 | 9:04 Rome Termini | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 17807 · Regionale Veloce 4101 · Regionale Veloce 4153 | 6:35 Bologna Centrale | 6h25 | 13:00 Rome Termini | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9601 | 6:37 Bologna Centrale | 2h03 | 8:40 Rome Termini | 0 changesdirect | |
9907 | 6:57 Bologna Centrale | 2h13 | 9:10 Rome Tiburtina | 0 changesdirect | |
9907 | 6:57 Bologna Centrale | 2h22 | 9:19 Rome Termini | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9401 | 7:02 Bologna Centrale | 2h31 | 9:33 Rome Termini | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9401 | 7:02 Bologna Centrale | 2h13 | 9:15 Rome Tiburtina | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9603 | 7:07 Bologna Centrale | 2h03 | 9:10 Rome Termini | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9301 | 7:12 Bologna Centrale | 2h28 | 9:40 Rome Termini | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9301 | 7:12 Bologna Centrale | 2h12 | 9:24 Rome Tiburtina | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9511 | 7:27 Bologna Centrale | 2h22 | 9:49 Rome Termini | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8505 | 7:47 Bologna Centrale | 2h13 | 10:00 Rome Tiburtina | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8505 | 7:47 Bologna Centrale | 2h28 | 10:15 Rome Termini | 0 changesdirect | |
9969 | 7:52 Bologna Centrale | 1h58 | 9:50 Rome Tiburtina | 0 changesdirect | |
9969 | 7:52 Bologna Centrale | 2h13 | 10:05 Rome Termini | 0 changesdirect | |
8111 | 7:57 Bologna Centrale | 2h22 | 10:19 Rome Termini | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9403 | 8:02 Bologna Centrale | 2h23 | 10:25 Rome Termini | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9607 | 8:07 Bologna Centrale | 2h04 | 10:11 Rome Termini | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9303 | 8:12 Bologna Centrale | 2h23 | 10:35 Rome Termini | 0 changesdirect | |
8951 | 8:17 Bologna Centrale | 2h23 | 10:40 Rome Termini | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9515 | 8:27 Bologna Centrale | 2h22 | 10:49 Rome Termini | 0 changesdirect | |
8903 | 8:42 Bologna Centrale | 2h23 | 11:05 Rome Termini | 0 changesdirect | |
8903 | 8:42 Bologna Centrale | 2h12 | 10:54 Rome Tiburtina | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 17815 · Regionale 18467 · Regionale Veloce 4105 | 8:46 Bologna San Ruffillo | 8h19 | 17:05 Rome Termini | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8513 | 8:47 Bologna Centrale | 2h11 | 10:58 Rome Tiburtina | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8513 | 8:47 Bologna Centrale | 2h27 | 11:14 Rome Termini | 0 changesdirect | |
9941 | 8:52 Bologna Centrale | 1h57 | 10:49 Rome Tiburtina | 0 changesdirect | |
9941 | 8:52 Bologna Centrale | 2h08 | 11:00 Rome Termini | 0 changesdirect | |
Intercity 583 | 8:54 Bologna Centrale | 4h33 | 13:27 Rome Tiburtina | 0 changesdirect | |
9917 | 8:57 Bologna Centrale | 2h22 | 11:19 Rome Termini | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9611 | 9:07 Bologna Centrale | 2h03 | 11:10 Rome Termini | 0 changesdirect | |
Autobus TTPER B0401 · Regionale 18489 · Regionale Veloce 4105 | 9:10 Bologna Centrale | 7h55 | 17:05 Rome Termini | 2 changes | |
8953 | 9:17 Bologna Centrale | 2h23 | 11:40 Rome Termini | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9519 | 9:27 Bologna Centrale | 2h22 | 11:49 Rome Termini | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9613 | 9:37 Bologna Centrale | 2h04 | 11:41 Rome Termini | 0 changesdirect | |
8905 | 9:42 Bologna Centrale | 2h28 | 12:10 Rome Termini | 0 changesdirect | |
8905 | 9:42 Bologna Centrale | 2h12 | 11:54 Rome Tiburtina | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8507 | 9:47 Bologna Centrale | 2h28 | 12:15 Rome Termini | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8507 | 9:47 Bologna Centrale | 2h12 | 11:59 Rome Tiburtina | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9466 | 9:52 Bologna Centrale | 1h57 | 11:49 Rome Tiburtina | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9466 | 9:52 Bologna Centrale | 2h13 | 12:05 Rome Termini | 0 changesdirect | |
9919 | 9:57 Bologna Centrale | 2h22 | 12:19 Rome Termini | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9409 | 10:02 Bologna Centrale | 2h23 | 12:25 Rome Termini | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9615 | 10:07 Bologna Centrale | 2h08 | 12:15 Rome Termini | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9391 | 10:12 Bologna Centrale | 2h23 | 12:35 Rome Termini | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9583 | 10:27 Bologna Centrale | 2h22 | 12:49 Rome Termini | 0 changesdirect | |
8907 | 10:42 Bologna Centrale | 2h12 | 12:54 Rome Tiburtina | 0 changesdirect | |
8907 | 10:42 Bologna Centrale | 2h23 | 13:05 Rome Termini | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8503 | 10:47 Bologna Centrale | 2h23 | 13:10 Rome Termini | 0 changesdirect | |
9923 | 10:57 Bologna Centrale | 2h27 | 13:24 Rome Termini | 0 changesdirect | |
9923 | 10:57 Bologna Centrale | 2h10 | 13:07 Rome Tiburtina | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9411 | 11:02 Bologna Centrale | 2h28 | 13:30 Rome Termini | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9619 | 11:07 Bologna Centrale | 2h03 | 13:10 Rome Termini | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9311 | 11:12 Bologna Centrale | 2h23 | 13:35 Rome Termini | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9527 | 11:27 Bologna Centrale | 2h22 | 13:49 Rome Termini | 0 changesdirect | |
8902 | 11:42 Bologna Centrale | 2h23 | 14:05 Rome Termini | 0 changesdirect | |
8902 | 11:42 Bologna Centrale | 2h12 | 13:54 Rome Tiburtina | 0 changesdirect | |
9927 | 11:57 Bologna Centrale | 2h12 | 14:09 Rome Tiburtina | 0 changesdirect | |
9927 | 11:57 Bologna Centrale | 2h22 | 14:19 Rome Termini | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9413 | 12:02 Bologna Centrale | 2h23 | 14:25 Rome Termini | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9623 | 12:07 Bologna Centrale | 2h03 | 14:10 Rome Termini | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9587 | 12:27 Bologna Centrale | 2h22 | 14:49 Rome Termini | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9625 | 12:37 Bologna Centrale | 2h06 | 14:43 Rome Termini | 0 changesdirect | |
8911 | 12:42 Bologna Centrale | 2h28 | 15:10 Rome Termini | 0 changesdirect | |
8911 | 12:42 Bologna Centrale | 2h11 | 14:53 Rome Tiburtina | 0 changesdirect | |
9931 | 12:57 Bologna Centrale | 2h12 | 15:09 Rome Tiburtina | 0 changesdirect | |
9931 | 12:57 Bologna Centrale | 2h22 | 15:19 Rome Termini | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9415 | 13:02 Bologna Centrale | 2h12 | 15:14 Rome Tiburtina | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9415 | 13:02 Bologna Centrale | 2h28 | 15:30 Rome Termini | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17827 · Regionale 18517 · Regionale Veloce 4107 | 13:05 Bologna Centrale | 6h40 | 19:45 Rome Termini | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9627 | 13:07 Bologna Centrale | 2h03 | 15:10 Rome Termini | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9535 | 13:27 Bologna Centrale | 2h22 | 15:49 Rome Termini | 0 changesdirect | |
8929 | 13:42 Bologna Centrale | 2h23 | 16:05 Rome Termini | 0 changesdirect | |
8929 | 13:42 Bologna Centrale | 2h15 | 15:57 Rome Tiburtina | 0 changesdirect | |
9935 | 13:57 Bologna Centrale | 2h22 | 16:19 Rome Termini | 0 changesdirect | |
9935 | 13:57 Bologna Centrale | 2h12 | 16:09 Rome Tiburtina | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8419 | 14:02 Bologna Centrale | 2h22 | 16:24 Rome Termini | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9631 | 14:07 Bologna Centrale | 2h08 | 16:15 Rome Termini | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9539 | 14:27 Bologna Centrale | 2h22 | 16:49 Rome Termini | 0 changesdirect | |
8913 | 14:42 Bologna Centrale | 2h11 | 16:53 Rome Tiburtina | 0 changesdirect | |
8913 | 14:42 Bologna Centrale | 2h23 | 17:05 Rome Termini | 0 changesdirect | |
Intercity 584 | 14:55 Bologna Centrale | 5h50 | 20:45 Rome Termini | 0 changesdirect | |
9939 | 14:57 Bologna Centrale | 2h22 | 17:19 Rome Termini | 0 changesdirect | |
9939 | 14:57 Bologna Centrale | 2h12 | 17:09 Rome Tiburtina | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9421 | 15:02 Bologna Centrale | 2h22 | 17:24 Rome Termini | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9637 | 15:07 Bologna Centrale | 2h03 | 17:10 Rome Termini | 0 changesdirect | |
8959 | 15:17 Bologna Centrale | 2h23 | 17:40 Rome Termini | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9543 | 15:27 Bologna Centrale | 2h22 | 17:49 Rome Termini | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9639 | 15:37 Bologna Centrale | 2h03 | 17:40 Rome Termini | 0 changesdirect | |
8915 | 15:42 Bologna Centrale | 2h23 | 18:05 Rome Termini | 0 changesdirect | |
8143 | 15:57 Bologna Centrale | 2h22 | 18:19 Rome Termini | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9425 | 16:02 Bologna Centrale | 2h23 | 18:25 Rome Termini | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9641 | 16:07 Bologna Centrale | 2h08 | 18:15 Rome Termini | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9321 | 16:12 Bologna Centrale | 2h23 | 18:35 Rome Termini | 0 changesdirect | |
Intercity 597 | 16:21 Bologna Centrale | 4h46 | 21:07 Rome Tiburtina | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9547 | 16:27 Bologna Centrale | 2h22 | 18:49 Rome Termini | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9643 | 16:37 Bologna Centrale | 2h03 | 18:40 Rome Termini | 0 changesdirect | |
8919 | 16:42 Bologna Centrale | 2h12 | 18:54 Rome Tiburtina | 0 changesdirect | |
8919 | 16:42 Bologna Centrale | 2h23 | 19:05 Rome Termini | 0 changesdirect | |
9947 | 16:57 Bologna Centrale | 2h22 | 19:19 Rome Termini | 0 changesdirect | |
9947 | 16:57 Bologna Centrale | 2h12 | 19:09 Rome Tiburtina | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9427 | 17:02 Bologna Centrale | 2h23 | 19:25 Rome Termini | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9645 | 17:07 Bologna Centrale | 2h08 | 19:15 Rome Termini | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9323 | 17:12 Bologna Centrale | 2h23 | 19:35 Rome Termini | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 17839 · Regionale 18527 · Regionale Veloce 4111 | 17:16 Bologna San Ruffillo | 5h45 | 23:01 Rome Tiburtina | 2 changes | |
8963 | 17:17 Bologna Centrale | 2h12 | 19:29 Rome Tiburtina | 0 changesdirect | |
8963 | 17:17 Bologna Centrale | 2h38 | 19:55 Rome Termini | 0 changesdirect | |
Intercity 594 | 17:25 Bologna Centrale | 4h55 | 22:20 Rome Termini | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9551 | 17:27 Bologna Centrale | 2h22 | 19:49 Rome Termini | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9647 | 17:37 Bologna Centrale | 2h03 | 19:40 Rome Termini | 0 changesdirect | |
8923 | 17:42 Bologna Centrale | 2h23 | 20:05 Rome Termini | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8525 | 17:47 Bologna Centrale | 2h24 | 20:11 Rome Termini | 0 changesdirect | |
9951 | 17:57 Bologna Centrale | 2h12 | 20:09 Rome Tiburtina | 0 changesdirect | |
9951 | 17:57 Bologna Centrale | 2h24 | 20:21 Rome Termini | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9431 | 18:02 Bologna Centrale | 2h23 | 20:25 Rome Termini | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9649 | 18:07 Bologna Centrale | 2h08 | 20:15 Rome Termini | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9325 | 18:12 Bologna Centrale | 2h23 | 20:35 Rome Termini | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9555 | 18:27 Bologna Centrale | 2h23 | 20:50 Rome Termini | 0 changesdirect | |
8925 | 18:42 Bologna Centrale | 2h12 | 20:54 Rome Tiburtina | 0 changesdirect | |
8925 | 18:42 Bologna Centrale | 2h23 | 21:05 Rome Termini | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 17845 · Regionale 18861 · Regionale Veloce 4113 | 18:46 Bologna San Ruffillo | 5h48 | 0:34 Rome Tiburtina | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8527 | 18:47 Bologna Centrale | 2h28 | 21:15 Rome Termini | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8527 | 18:47 Bologna Centrale | 2h12 | 20:59 Rome Tiburtina | 0 changesdirect | |
9993 | 18:52 Bologna Centrale | 1h57 | 20:49 Rome Tiburtina | 0 changesdirect | |
9993 | 18:52 Bologna Centrale | 2h13 | 21:05 Rome Termini | 0 changesdirect | |
9955 | 18:57 Bologna Centrale | 2h12 | 21:09 Rome Tiburtina | 0 changesdirect | |
9955 | 18:57 Bologna Centrale | 2h22 | 21:19 Rome Termini | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9433 | 19:02 Bologna Centrale | 2h12 | 21:14 Rome Tiburtina | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9433 | 19:02 Bologna Centrale | 2h28 | 21:30 Rome Termini | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17847 · Regionale 18531 · Regionale Veloce 4113 | 19:05 Bologna Centrale | 5h29 | 0:34 Rome Tiburtina | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9653 | 19:07 Bologna Centrale | 2h03 | 21:10 Rome Termini | 0 changesdirect | |
8967 | 19:17 Bologna Centrale | 2h26 | 21:43 Rome Termini | 0 changesdirect | |
8967 | 19:17 Bologna Centrale | 2h15 | 21:32 Rome Tiburtina | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9559 | 19:27 Bologna Centrale | 2h27 | 21:54 Rome Termini | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9559 | 19:27 Bologna Centrale | 2h13 | 21:40 Rome Tiburtina | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9657 | 19:37 Bologna Centrale | 2h03 | 21:40 Rome Termini | 0 changesdirect | |
8927 | 19:42 Bologna Centrale | 2h12 | 21:54 Rome Tiburtina | 0 changesdirect | |
8927 | 19:42 Bologna Centrale | 2h28 | 22:10 Rome Termini | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8529 | 19:47 Bologna Centrale | 2h12 | 21:59 Rome Tiburtina | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8529 | 19:47 Bologna Centrale | 2h28 | 22:15 Rome Termini | 0 changesdirect | |
9997 | 19:52 Bologna Centrale | 2h13 | 22:05 Rome Termini | 0 changesdirect | |
9997 | 19:52 Bologna Centrale | 1h57 | 21:49 Rome Tiburtina | 0 changesdirect | |
9959 | 19:57 Bologna Centrale | 2h12 | 22:09 Rome Tiburtina | 0 changesdirect | |
9959 | 19:57 Bologna Centrale | 2h23 | 22:20 Rome Termini | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9435 | 20:02 Bologna Centrale | 2h23 | 22:25 Rome Termini | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9661 | 20:07 Bologna Centrale | 2h03 | 22:10 Rome Termini | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9563 | 20:27 Bologna Centrale | 2h27 | 22:54 Rome Tiburtina | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9563 | 20:27 Bologna Centrale | 2h43 | 23:10 Rome Termini | 0 changesdirect | |
9961 | 20:57 Bologna Centrale | 2h27 | 23:24 Rome Termini | 0 changesdirect | |
9961 | 20:57 Bologna Centrale | 2h12 | 23:09 Rome Tiburtina | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9437 | 21:02 Bologna Centrale | 2h28 | 23:30 Rome Termini | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9437 | 21:02 Bologna Centrale | 2h12 | 23:14 Rome Tiburtina | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9567 | 21:27 Bologna Centrale | 2h13 | 23:40 Rome Tiburtina | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9567 | 21:27 Bologna Centrale | 2h27 | 23:54 Rome Termini | 0 changesdirect | |
9963 | 21:57 Bologna Centrale | 2h27 | 0:24 Rome Termini | 0 changesdirect | |
9963 | 21:57 Bologna Centrale | 2h12 | 0:09 Rome Tiburtina | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TTPER 3934+ InterCityNotte 797 | 22:33 Bologna Centrale | 7h20 | 5:53 Rome Tiburtina | 1 change | |
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InterCityNotte 770 | 1:33 Bologna Centrale | 5h02 | 6:35 Rome Termini | 0 changesdirect | |
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Overview: Train from Bologna to Rome
Trains from Bologna to Rome run on average 138 times per day, taking around 4h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £20 but you can travel from only £7 by coach.
There are 126 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 304 km distance in 2h 12m.
Distance 304 km |
Average train duration 4h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price £20 |
Trains per day 138 |
Direct trains 126 |
Fastest train 2h 12m |
First train 0:01 |
Last train 23:55 |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 91 days |
Train companies: Italo, Frecciarossa, Intercity Notte, Intercity, Regionale from Bologna to Rome trainsItalo, Frecciarossa, Intercity Notte, Intercity, Regionale trains will get you between Bologna and Rome from £7. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Trains from Bologna to Rome
With at least 30 departures a day making the journey between Bologna and Rome by train is straightforward and stress-free. Services start early morning and continue at regular intervals throughout the day until late evening. All routes are direct with journey times of 2 hours to 2.5 hours. A similar timetable operates seven days a week with departures from Bologna Centrale Station and arrivals at Rome Termini.
Which train companies travel from Bologna to Rome
Train services between the two cities of Bologna and Rome are operated by the Italian national rail provider Trenitalia and the private company Italo. Trains on the route have comfortable seating, luggage storage, buffet bars and wifi access.
How long is the train from Bologna to Rome?
Train routes from Bologna to Rome are direct with journey times of between 2 hours and 2.5 hours. The average service arrives in 2 hours 15 minutes.
How many trains are there from Bologna to Rome?
There are at least 30 departures a day seven days a week for trains travelling to Rome from Bologna. The first train leaves Bologna in the early morning with departures continuing up to four times an hour until late evening. There are more frequent departures on this route during morning and evening peak hours.
What are the departure and arrival stations for trains from Bologna to Rome?
Departure station:All trains travelling from Bologna to Rome depart from Bologna Centrale Station. The station is a major Italian transport hub and is located to the north of the city. Bologna centre, with its tourist attractions, can be reached by taxi or local buses. Station facilities include car parking, toilets, a pharmacy, an internet point, shops, cafes, bars and restaurants.
Arrival station:All trains from Bologna to Rome arrive at Rome Termini. This is the largest station in Italy with over 800 train departures and arrivals every day. It is served by local buses and Metro lines A and B and offers good transport links to Rome's cultural and historic attractions as well as both of Rome's airports. Facilities at the station include a taxi rank, car parking, left luggage lockers, wifi access, toilets, shops and restaurants.
FAQs: Bologna to Rome train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bologna to Rome 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 Rome, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Bologna and Rome
- 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
- 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
- Mon - Sun: 06:30 - 22:00
- Free WiFi in the station.
- Provided by KiPoint and located on Platform 24. Open every day from 06:00 to 23:00.
- Acafe
- Moka Café
- Roadhouse Grill
- McDonald's
- Gusto
- Chef Express
- Coop Minimarket
- Mercato Centrale
- The Sala Blu, Trenitalia's office of assistance for disabled travelers, is located next to Platform 1.
- Archi di Roma Guest House
- Gemma di Roma
- The Liberty Boutique Hotel
- Mon - Sun: 06:30 - 22:00
- Located near Platform 24.
- Metro lines: A (red), B (blue)
- Bus lines: 5, H, 38, 40 Express, 50 Express, 64, 66, 70, 75, 82, 90 Express, 92, 105, 150F, 223, 310, 590, 714, 910, C2, C3
- Tram lines: 5, 14
- Train lines: Italo, FR, FA, FB, IC, ICN, EN, CNL, R, Leonardo Express
- Mon - Sun: 06:35 - 20:20
- Free, limited Wi-Fi available in the station for 15 minutes.
- Luggage lockers are located in the station lobby.
- Rock n’ Coffee Roma
- Arabian Kebab
- Ingredienti
- McDonald’s
- Numb's Bakery Café
- Accessible facilities include elevators and escalators.
- B&B Rome Tiburtina
- B&B Alba Domus Roma
- Hotel delle Province
- Mon - Sun: 06:35 - 20:20
- Located inside the main terminal.
- Metro lines: LB
- Bus lines: 62, 71, 111, 111F, 120F, 135, 163, 168, 211, 309, 409, n409, n041, C2, C3, Airport Shuttle
- Train lines: FR, FA, IC, REG, FL1, FL2, FL3
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available near the station with both short-term and long-term options.
- Ramen Bar Akira
- Eataly Roma
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Hotel Abitart
- Hotel San Anselmo
- Hotel Villa San Pio
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-5 for regional and intercity trains
- Hall 2: platforms 6-11 for metropolitan services
- Metro: Line B
- Bus: Several lines available
- Tram: Line 3
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