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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 26 Oct
£17
Average ticket price on 26 Oct
£17
Fastest journey on 26 Oct
5 h 2 m
Average journey duration on 26 Oct
5 h 2 m
Trains on 26 Oct
2
Distance
147 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cecina to Bologna is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cecina to Bologna will cost around £17 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £17.
On Mon 26 Oct, we found 2 trains from Cecina to Bologna, including 2 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 147 km distance in an average of 5 h 2 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 2 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 2 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.




Trains from Cecina to Bologna run on average 74 times per day, taking around 3h 1m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £5 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:35. The fastest train covers the 147 km distance in 2h 6m.
Distance 147 km |
Average train duration 3h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Trains per day 74 |
Fastest train 2h 6m |
First train 0:01 |
Last train 23:35 |
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Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 7 days |
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The table below shows live departures for Cecina to Bologna trains for tomorrow, Monday 26 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 5:48 Cecina | 5h02 | 10:50 Bologna | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 6:48 Cecina | 5h02 | 11:50 Bologna | 0 changesdirect | |
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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 Cecina 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 Cecina to Bologna trains use the Cecina to Bologna Centrale station pair, with some services arriving at Bologna San Ruffillo. Use this guide to compare Cecina and Bologna train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Cecina 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 Il Cedrino, Osteria del Mare
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Cecina. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Cecina. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Cecina: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Cecina: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Cecina: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Tornese, Hotel Il Settebello, Hotel Stella Marina.
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 San Ruffillo is 4 km from Bologna city centre. Public transport options include:
Bologna San Ruffillo has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Bologna San Ruffillo.
Available at Bologna San Ruffillo: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bologna San Ruffillo: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bologna San Ruffillo: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include San Ruffillo House, Hotel Il Guercino, Hotel Porta San Mamolo.
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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