- Must visit
Pinacoteca Nazionale di Bologna
A major art museum with Italian paintings from the Middle Ages to the modern era, plus temporary exhibitions in the city centre.
Cheapest price on 30 Sept
£6
Average ticket price on 30 Sept
£6
Fastest journey on 30 Sept
38 m
Average journey duration on 30 Sept
50 m
Trains on 30 Sept
33
Distance
49 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Carpi to Bologna is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Carpi to Bologna will cost around £6 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £6.
On Wed 30 Sept, we found 33 trains from Carpi to Bologna, including 2 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 49 km distance in an average of 50 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 38 m .
The slowest trains will take 57 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 TTPER 22493 · Regionale TTPER 2091
Regionale TTPER 22479 · Regionale Veloce 3929
Regionale TTPER 22471 · Regionale Veloce 3921
Regionale TTPER 22485 · Regionale TTPER 3933
Regionale TTPER 22475 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3927
FRECCIAROSSA 9301
Regionale TTPER 22461 · Regionale TTPER 17405
Regionale TTPER 22485 · Regionale TTPER 3933
Regionale TTPER 22453
Regionale TTPER 22401+
Intercity 603The table below shows live departures for Carpi to Bologna trains for today, Tuesday 29 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Regionale TTPER 22427 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 2479 | 21:00 Carpi station | 1h10 | 22:10 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale TTPER 22497 · Regionale TTPER 3943 | 21:27 Carpi station | 1h00 | 22:27 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale TTPER 17011 · Regionale TTPER 3945 | 22:25 Carpi station | 1h03 | 23:28 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
| Wednesday 30 September | |||||
Autobus TTPER B6811 · Regionale TTPER 17403 | 5:55 Carpi station | 1h15 | 7:10 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale TTPER 22457 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3905 | 6:20 Carpi station | 1h09 | 7:29 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9301 | 6:31 Carpi station | 0h38 | 7:09 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TTPER 22401+ Intercity 603 | 7:00 Carpi station | 0h57 | 7:57 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale TTPER 22401 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 2451 | 7:00 Carpi station | 1h05 | 8:05 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale TTPER 22461 · Regionale TTPER 17405 | 7:27 Carpi station | 0h47 | 8:14 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale TTPER 22403 · Regionale TTPER 17407 | 8:00 Carpi station | 1h10 | 9:10 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale TTPER 16995 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 2067 | 8:27 Carpi station | 0h58 | 9:25 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale TTPER 22405 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 2455 | 9:00 Carpi station | 1h13 | 10:13 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale TTPER 22467 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3911 | 9:27 Carpi station | 0h58 | 10:25 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale TTPER 22407 · Regionale TTPER 17409 | 10:00 Carpi station | 1h10 | 11:10 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale TTPER 22453 | 10:27 Carpi station | 0h53 | 11:20 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TTPER 22409 · Regionale TTPER 17413 | 12:00 Carpi station | 1h10 | 13:10 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale TTPER 22471 · Regionale Veloce 3921 | 12:27 Carpi station | 0h58 | 13:25 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale TTPER 22411 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 2463 | 13:00 Carpi station | 1h10 | 14:10 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale TTPER 16999 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3925 | 13:27 Carpi station | 0h58 | 14:25 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale TTPER 22413 · Regionale TTPER 17415 | 14:00 Carpi station | 1h10 | 15:10 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale TTPER 22475 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3927 | 14:27 Carpi station | 0h58 | 15:25 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale TTPER 22415 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 2467 | 15:00 Carpi station | 1h10 | 16:10 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale TTPER 22479 · Regionale Veloce 3929 | 15:27 Carpi station | 0h58 | 16:25 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale TTPER 22417 · Regionale TTPER 17417 | 16:00 Carpi station | 1h10 | 17:10 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale TTPER 17003 · Regionale Veloce 3931 | 16:27 Carpi station | 0h58 | 17:25 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale TTPER 22419 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 2471 | 17:00 Carpi station | 1h10 | 18:10 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale TTPER 22485 · Regionale TTPER 3933 | 17:27 Carpi station | 0h53 | 18:20 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale TTPER 22421 · Regionale TTPER 17419 | 18:00 Carpi station | 1h10 | 19:10 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale TTPER 22489 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3937 | 18:27 Carpi station | 0h58 | 19:25 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale TTPER 22423 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 2475 | 19:00 Carpi station | 1h16 | 20:16 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale TTPER 17007 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3939 | 19:27 Carpi station | 0h58 | 20:25 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale TTPER 22425 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 2477 | 20:00 Carpi station | 1h05 | 21:05 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale TTPER 22493 · Regionale TTPER 2091 | 20:27 Carpi station | 0h58 | 21:25 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
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Trains from Carpi to Bologna run on average 22 times per day, taking around 48m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £5 if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:55, the last at 22:25. The fastest train covers the 49 km distance in 38m.
Distance 49 km |
Average train duration 48m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Trains per day 22 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 38m |
First train 3:55 |
Last train 22:25 |
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Discover the best of Bologna — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Bologna trip today.
A major art museum with Italian paintings from the Middle Ages to the modern era, plus temporary exhibitions in the city centre.
Bologna’s modern and contemporary art museum presents rotating exhibitions and a compact permanent collection in a converted industrial space.
An engaging museum on Bologna’s industrial and social history, with working models, scientific instruments, and practical displays for curious visitors.
Bologna’s grand central square is the city’s social and architectural heart, framed by major civic buildings and lively throughout the day.
A long porticoed walk climbing towards San Luca, combining daily local life, historic architecture, and one of Bologna’s classic walking routes.
This covered market street preserves medieval character under porticoes and is ideal for a short walk between historic shops and central landmarks.
Fresh egg pasta ribbons served with slow-cooked ragù. It is Bologna’s signature pasta dish and traditionally differs from spaghetti bolognese found abroad.
Small ring-shaped stuffed pasta served in rich capon or beef broth. A festive classic closely tied to Bolognese family cooking and winter meals.
Green pasta sheets layered with ragù, béchamel and Parmigiano Reggiano. This baked dish is a traditional Sunday and holiday favourite in Bologna.
Historic osteria known for classic Bolognese pasta and traditional meat dishes in a warm, old-world dining room near the city centre.
Refined restaurant serving contemporary Italian cuisine in elegant rooms inside Palazzo Fava, suited to a special-occasion meal.
Long-standing trattoria popular for tortellini, tagliatelle al ragù and other local staples in a simple, bustling setting.
Moderate for Italy: lodging is mid-priced, meals are reasonable, and local buses are cheap, though central hotel rates rise in peak season and during major fairs.
Tipping is modest. Service may be included; round up or leave €1-2 in cafés, 5-10% for very good restaurant service, and round up taxi fares.
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Bologna Centrale -> Piazza Maggiore, Bologna
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Carpi to Bologna 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 Bologna, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Carpi to Bologna trains use the Carpi to Bologna Centrale station pair, with some services arriving at Bologna, Aeroporto. Use this guide to compare Carpi and Bologna train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Carpi is 1 km from Carpi city centre. Public transport options include:
Carpi 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 L'Incontro, Osteria del Teatro
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Carpi. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Carpi. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Carpi: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Carpi: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Carpi: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Carpi, Hotel Touring, Hotel Duomo.
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.
Bologna S. Vitale is 2 km from Bologna city centre. Public transport options include:
Bologna S. Vitale has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Bologna S. Vitale.
ATMs are available at Bologna S. Vitale.
Available at Bologna S. Vitale: Parking, WC.
Available at Bologna S. Vitale: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bologna S. Vitale: Elevators, ramps.
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