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Museo di Stato
The national museum covering archaeology, art and civic history, offering a compact introduction to San Marino’s cultural heritage.
Cheapest price on 20 Sept
£15
Average ticket price on 20 Sept
£27
Fastest journey on 20 Sept
2 h 46 m
Average journey duration on 20 Sept
3 h 19 m
Trains on 20 Sept
45
Distance
159 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bologna to San Marino is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bologna to San Marino will cost around £27 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £15.
To travel from Bologna to San Marino you need to make at least 2 changes.
Regionale Veloce 3994 · Regionale 16544 · Regionale 16120
Regionale Veloce 3986 · Regionale 16532 · Regionale 16126
Regionale Veloce 3982 · Regionale 16528 · Regionale 16122
Regionale Veloce 3978 · Regionale 16520 · Regionale TT 16946
Regionale Veloce 3972 · Regionale 16534 · Treno 16116 effettuato con BUS TN110
FRECCIAROSSA 9490+
Regionale 16534 · Treno 16116 effettuato con BUS TN110
FRECCIAROSSA 9480+
Regionale 16388 · Regionale 16126
FRECCIAROSSA 8816+
Regionale 16362 · Regionale TT 16946
Regionale Veloce 3972 · Regionale 16534 · Treno 16116 effettuato con BUS TN110
FRECCIAROSSA 9414+
Regionale 16348 · Regionale 16120Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bologna to San Marino among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £15 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 21m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £15, while a flight costs an average of £271.
Distance: 159 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£15 Average Price Cheapest | £89 Average Price | £271 Average Price | £33 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 21m Average total duration Fastest 2h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 21m Average total duration 2h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 20m Average total duration 3h 20m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 2h 26m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | 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 San Marino:
A train is £191 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Bologna to San Marino costing on average £203.
A train is £447 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bologna to San Marino costing on average £459.
Other travel options to San Marino take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 43m.
Flight takes on average 3h 3m.
Tickets start at around £12 compared to roughly £33 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £21. The journey takes 2h 43m versus 2h 26m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Bologna to San Marino trains for today, Saturday 19 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
8914+ Regionale 16528 · Regionale 16122 | 14:21 Bologna Centrale | 5h23 | 19:44 S. Marino | 2 changes | |
8914+ Regionale 16528 · Regionale 16126 | 14:21 Bologna Centrale | 7h23 | 21:44 S. Marino | 2 changes | |
8914+ Regionale 16528 · Regionale 16124 | 14:21 Bologna Centrale | 6h23 | 20:44 S. Marino | 2 changes | |
Regionale Veloce 3982 · Regionale 16528 · Regionale TT 16900 | 15:10 Bologna Centrale | 3h35 | 18:45 S. Marino | 2 changes | |
8916+ Regionale 16528 · Regionale 16124 | 15:21 Bologna Centrale | 5h23 | 20:44 S. Marino | 2 changes | |
8916+ Regionale 16528 · Regionale 16122 | 15:21 Bologna Centrale | 4h23 | 19:44 S. Marino | 2 changes | |
8916+ Regionale 16528 · Regionale 16126 | 15:21 Bologna Centrale | 6h23 | 21:44 S. Marino | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9422+ Regionale 16528 · Regionale TT 16900 | 16:01 Bologna Centrale | 2h44 | 18:45 S. Marino | 2 changes | |
Regionale Veloce 3846 · Regionale 16131 | 16:10 Bologna Centrale | 4h45 | 20:55 S. Marino | 1 change | |
Intercity 610+ Autobus TT TT943 | 17:03 Bologna Centrale | 4h55 | 21:58 S. Marino | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 3986 · Regionale 16532 · Regionale 16124 | 17:10 Bologna Centrale | 3h34 | 20:44 S. Marino | 2 changes | |
8918+ Regionale 16532 · Regionale 16126 | 17:21 Bologna Centrale | 4h23 | 21:44 S. Marino | 2 changes | |
8918+ Regionale 23106 · Regionale 16384 · Regionale 16126 | 17:21 Bologna Centrale | 4h23 | 21:44 S. Marino | 3 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9426+ Regionale 16532 · Regionale 16124 | 18:01 Bologna Centrale | 2h43 | 20:44 S. Marino | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9480+ Regionale 16388 · Regionale 16126 | 18:41 Bologna Centrale | 3h03 | 21:44 S. Marino | 2 changes | |
Regionale Veloce 3998 · Regionale 16510 · Treno 16112 effettuato con BUS TN124 | 5:20 Bologna Centrale | 4h27 | 9:47 S. Marino | 2 changes | |
Regionale 16032 · Regionale 3462 · Treno 16111 effettuato con BUS TN107 | 6:05 Bologna Centrale | 4h51 | 10:56 S. Marino | 2 changes | |
Regionale Veloce 3962 · Regionale 16324 · Autobus TT TT934 | 7:10 Bologna Centrale | 4h38 | 11:48 S. Marino | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9400+ Regionale 16324 · Autobus TT TT934 | 8:01 Bologna Centrale | 3h47 | 11:48 S. Marino | 2 changes | |
Regionale Veloce 3466 · Regionale 16646 · Autobus TT TT927 | 8:10 Bologna Centrale | 4h48 | 12:58 S. Marino | 2 changes | |
8900+ Regionale 16520 · Regionale TT 16946 | 8:21 Bologna Centrale | 9h24 | 17:45 S. Marino | 2 changes | |
8900+ Regionale 16544 · Regionale 16120 | 8:21 Bologna Centrale | 7h23 | 15:44 S. Marino | 2 changes | |
8900+ Regionale 16534 · Regionale 16120 | 8:21 Bologna Centrale | 7h23 | 15:44 S. Marino | 2 changes | |
8924+ Regionale 16544 · Regionale 16120 | 9:21 Bologna Centrale | 6h23 | 15:44 S. Marino | 2 changes | |
8924+ Regionale 16534 · Regionale 16120 | 9:21 Bologna Centrale | 6h23 | 15:44 S. Marino | 2 changes | |
8924+ Regionale 16520 · Regionale TT 16946 | 9:21 Bologna Centrale | 8h24 | 17:45 S. Marino | 2 changes | |
Regionale Veloce 3840 · Treno 16119 effettuato con BUS TN113 | 10:10 Bologna Centrale | 4h46 | 14:56 S. Marino | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 3972 · Regionale 16534 · Treno 16116 effettuato con BUS TN110 | 10:10 Bologna Centrale | 3h37 | 13:47 S. Marino | 2 changes | |
8904+ Regionale 16534 · Regionale 16120 | 10:21 Bologna Centrale | 5h23 | 15:44 S. Marino | 2 changes | |
8904+ Regionale 16544 · Regionale 16120 | 10:21 Bologna Centrale | 5h23 | 15:44 S. Marino | 2 changes | |
8904+ Regionale 16520 · Regionale TT 16946 | 10:21 Bologna Centrale | 7h24 | 17:45 S. Marino | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9490+ Regionale 16534 · Treno 16116 effettuato con BUS TN110 | 11:01 Bologna Centrale | 2h46 | 13:47 S. Marino | 2 changes | |
Regionale Veloce 3994 · Regionale 16544 · Regionale 16120 | 11:10 Bologna Centrale | 4h34 | 15:44 S. Marino | 2 changes | |
8906+ Regionale 16520 · Regionale TT 16946 | 11:21 Bologna Centrale | 6h24 | 17:45 S. Marino | 2 changes | |
8906+ Regionale 16544 · Regionale TT 16946 | 11:21 Bologna Centrale | 6h24 | 17:45 S. Marino | 2 changes | |
8906+ Regionale 16544 · Regionale 16120 | 11:21 Bologna Centrale | 4h23 | 15:44 S. Marino | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9414+ Regionale 16348 · Regionale 16120 | 12:01 Bologna Centrale | 3h43 | 15:44 S. Marino | 2 changes | |
Regionale Veloce 3850 · Regionale TT 16935 | 12:10 Bologna Centrale | 4h46 | 16:56 S. Marino | 1 change | |
8908+ Regionale 16528 · Regionale 16122 | 12:21 Bologna Centrale | 7h23 | 19:44 S. Marino | 2 changes | |
8908+ Regionale 16520 · Regionale TT 16946 | 12:21 Bologna Centrale | 5h24 | 17:45 S. Marino | 2 changes | |
8908+ Regionale 16520 · Regionale 16122 | 12:21 Bologna Centrale | 7h23 | 19:44 S. Marino | 2 changes | |
Regionale Veloce 3978 · Regionale 16520 · Regionale TT 16946 | 13:10 Bologna Centrale | 4h35 | 17:45 S. Marino | 2 changes | |
8910+ Regionale 16520 · Regionale 16122 | 13:21 Bologna Centrale | 6h23 | 19:44 S. Marino | 2 changes | |
8910+ Regionale 16528 · Regionale 16122 | 13:21 Bologna Centrale | 6h23 | 19:44 S. Marino | 2 changes | |
8910+ Regionale 16520 · Regionale TT 16946 | 13:21 Bologna Centrale | 4h24 | 17:45 S. Marino | 2 changes | |
Regionale Veloce 3844 · Regionale 16127 | 14:10 Bologna Centrale | 4h45 | 18:55 S. Marino | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8816+ Regionale 16362 · Regionale TT 16946 | 14:18 Bologna Centrale | 3h27 | 17:45 S. Marino | 2 changes | |
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Trains from Bologna to San Marino run on average 38 times per day, taking around 2h 43m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £3 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:25, the last at 19:56. The fastest train covers the 159 km distance in 2h 4m.
Distance 159 km |
Average train duration 2h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price £3 |
Trains per day 38 |
Fastest train 2h 4m |
First train 4:25 |
Last train 19:56 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 56 days |
Discover the best of San Marino — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect San Marino trip today.
The national museum covering archaeology, art and civic history, offering a compact introduction to San Marino’s cultural heritage.
A small specialist museum inside the second tower, displaying historic firearms and armour in a memorable hilltop setting.
A modern gallery dedicated to contemporary art and cultural exhibitions, useful for seeing a different side of San Marino beyond medieval views.
The symbolic main square before Palazzo Pubblico, ideal for photographs, people-watching and catching official ceremonies in the historic centre.
A scenic passage and terrace area near the upper walls, appreciated for broad views across the countryside and a quieter atmosphere.
The lively pedestrian street through the old town, lined with shops, historic buildings and easy access to major sights and terraces.
Stuffed fresh pasta with ricotta, spinach and herbs, usually served with tomato or meat sauce. A cherished dish shared across Romagna and San Marino homes.
Hand-cut tagliatelle traditionally served with rich ragù. It is a staple festive pasta in San Marino and reflects the area’s strong Romagna culinary roots.
A thin flatbread from the wider Montefeltro and Romagna area, often filled with local cheese, herbs or cured meats. It is a simple everyday food in San Marino.
Elegant dining with panoramic views, known for refined regional cooking, fresh pasta and a romantic atmosphere inside the old city.
Traditional restaurant near the historic centre serving local pasta, grilled meats and regional specialities in a warm, rustic setting.
Well-known casual spot in the historic centre for piadina, pasta and grilled dishes, popular for its terrace and straightforward local cooking.
Moderate for Italy-adjacent travel: stays and dining in the historic centre can be pricier, but cafés, casual meals and local buses remain manageable for most visitors.
Service is often included or prices are rounded. Leave small change or 5-10% for great restaurant service; round up for taxis; cafés usually need no tip.
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S. Marino -> Piazzale Lo Stradone, San Marino
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bologna to San Marino 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 San Marino, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Bologna to San Marino trains use the Bologna Centrale to S. Marino station pair. Use this guide to compare Bologna and San Marino 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 Corticella is 6 km from Bologna city centre. Public transport options include:
Bologna Corticella has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Bologna Corticella.
ATMs are available at Bologna Corticella.
Available at Bologna Corticella: Parking, Taxis.
Available at Bologna Corticella: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bologna Corticella.
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.
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