Cesena to Bologna train with Regionale

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Cesena to Bologna

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 29 Aug

Cheapest price on 29 Aug

£8

Average ticket price on 29 Aug

£9

Fastest journey on 29 Aug

48 m

Average journey duration on 29 Aug

50 m

Trains on 29 Aug

46

Distance

82 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cesena to Bologna is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Cesena to Bologna will cost around £9 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £8.

Fast trains

On Sat 29 Aug, we found 46 trains from Cesena to Bologna, including 42 direct services.

These direct trains cover the 82 km distance in an average of 50 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 48 m .

The slowest trains will take 53 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.

  • RegionaleRegionale TTPER 3934
    21:131h11
    Cesena station
    22:24Bologna Centrale
    £81One-way
    0 changes
  • RegionaleRegionale Veloce 3904
    7:091h17
    Cesena station
    8:26Bologna Centrale
    £81One-way
    0 changes
  • RegionaleRegionale TTPER 17450
    17:571h12
    Cesena station
    19:09Bologna Centrale
    £81One-way
    0 changes
  • RegionaleRegionale Veloce TTPER 3926
    18:191h07
    Cesena station
    19:26Bologna Centrale
    £81One-way
    0 changes
  • RegionaleRegionale TTPER 17470 · Regionale TTPER 17562
    19:511h04
    Cesena station
    20:55Bologna Centrale
    £81One-way
    1 change

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Cesena to Bologna

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cesena to Bologna among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £8 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 25m. 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 £8, while a coach costs an average of £9.

Distance: 82 km

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£8

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£9

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1h 44m

Average total duration

1h 14m

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0.1 - 0.2kg

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Live departures

Cesena to Bologna train times

The table below shows live departures for Cesena to Bologna trains for today, Friday 28 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
RegionaleRegionale Veloce TTPER 391412:19 Cesena station
1h07
13:26 Bologna Centrale0 changesdirect
RegionaleRegionale TTPER 17460 · Regionale TTPER 1754812:46 Cesena station
1h09
13:55 Bologna Centrale1 change
RegionaleRegionale Veloce TTPER 391613:19 Cesena station
1h07
14:26 Bologna Centrale0 changesdirect
RegionaleRegionale TTPER 17462 · Regionale TTPER 1755013:46 Cesena station
1h09
14:55 Bologna Centrale1 change
RegionaleRegionale Veloce TTPER 391814:19 Cesena station
1h07
15:26 Bologna Centrale0 changesdirect
RegionaleRegionale Veloce TTPER 392015:10 Cesena station
1h16
16:26 Bologna Centrale0 changesdirect
RegionaleRegionale TTPER 17464 · Regionale TTPER 1755415:46 Cesena station
1h09
16:55 Bologna Centrale1 change
RegionaleRegionale Veloce TTPER 392216:19 Cesena station
1h07
17:26 Bologna Centrale0 changesdirect
RegionaleRegionale Veloce TTPER 392417:08 Cesena station
1h18
18:26 Bologna Centrale0 changesdirect
RegionaleRegionale TTPER 17468 · Regionale TTPER 1755817:46 Cesena station
1h09
18:55 Bologna Centrale1 change
RegionaleRegionale Veloce TTPER 392618:19 Cesena station
1h07
19:26 Bologna Centrale0 changesdirect
RegionaleRegionale Veloce TTPER 392819:19 Cesena station
1h07
20:26 Bologna Centrale0 changesdirect
RegionaleRegionale TTPER 1745219:44 Cesena station
1h04
20:48 Bologna Centrale0 changesdirect
RegionaleRegionale TTPER 17470 · Regionale TTPER 1756219:51 Cesena station
1h04
20:55 Bologna Centrale1 change
IntercityIntercity 61420:07 Cesena station
0h53
21:00 Bologna Centrale0 changesdirect
RegionaleRegionale Veloce TTPER 393020:19 Cesena station
1h07
21:26 Bologna Centrale0 changesdirect
FrecciarossaFRECCIAROSSA 8823 · FRECCIAROSSA 883020:29 Cesena station
1h46
22:15 Bologna Centrale1 change
RegionaleRegionale TTPER 393421:13 Cesena station
1h11
22:24 Bologna Centrale0 changesdirect
RegionaleRegionale Veloce 393222:23 Cesena station
0h58
23:21 Bologna Centrale0 changesdirect
Saturday 29 August
RegionaleRegionale TTPER 18121+Intercity NotteInterCityNotte 7581:53 Cesena station
2h59
4:52 Bologna Centrale1 change
RegionaleRegionale TTPER 181204:14 Cesena station
1h08
5:22 Bologna Centrale0 changesdirect
RegionaleRegionale TTPER 174345:42 Cesena station
1h05
6:47 Bologna Centrale0 changesdirect
RegionaleRegionale TTPER 174366:00 Cesena station
1h10
7:10 Bologna Centrale0 changesdirect
RegionaleRegionale Veloce TTPER 39026:18 Cesena station
1h08
7:26 Bologna Centrale0 changesdirect
FrecciarossaFRECCIAROSSA 88026:27 Cesena station
0h48
7:15 Bologna Centrale0 changesdirect
RegionaleRegionale TTPER 174386:36 Cesena station
0h57
7:33 Bologna Centrale0 changesdirect
RegionaleRegionale TTPER 174426:45 Cesena station
1h14
7:59 Bologna Centrale0 changesdirect
RegionaleRegionale Veloce 39047:09 Cesena station
1h17
8:26 Bologna Centrale0 changesdirect
FrecciarossaFRECCIAROSSA 88047:27 Cesena station
0h48
8:15 Bologna Centrale0 changesdirect
RegionaleRegionale TTPER 174467:30 Cesena station
1h11
8:41 Bologna Centrale0 changesdirect
RegionaleRegionale TTPER 174487:57 Cesena station
1h08
9:05 Bologna Centrale0 changesdirect
RegionaleRegionale Veloce 39068:19 Cesena station
1h07
9:26 Bologna Centrale0 changesdirect
RegionaleRegionale Veloce 39089:19 Cesena station
1h07
10:26 Bologna Centrale0 changesdirect
RegionaleRegionale TTPER 17749:50 Cesena station
0h58
10:48 Bologna Centrale0 changesdirect
RegionaleRegionale Veloce TTPER 391010:19 Cesena station
1h07
11:26 Bologna Centrale0 changesdirect
RegionaleRegionale TTPER 1810810:27 Cesena station
1h10
11:37 Bologna Centrale0 changesdirect
RegionaleRegionale Veloce TTPER 391211:10 Cesena station
1h16
12:26 Bologna Centrale0 changesdirect
RegionaleRegionale TTPER 1811411:25 Cesena station
1h15
12:40 Bologna Centrale0 changesdirect
RegionaleRegionale TTPER 172611:58 Cesena station
1h09
13:07 Bologna Centrale0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Cesena to Bologna

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Trains from Cesena to Bologna run on average 41 times per day, taking around 55m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £8 but you can travel from only £6 by coach.

There are 32 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:10, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 82 km distance in 1h 5m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £6
Distance
82 km
Average train duration
55m
Cheapest ticket price
£8
Trains per day
41
Direct trains
32
Fastest train
1h 5m
First train
0:10
Last train
23:56
Cheapest Month
Aug
Cheapest Day
Wed
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Sun
Least Busy Day
Thu
Best time to book
14 days
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £6

Train companies: Regionale, Intercity, Frecciarossa, Intercity Notte from Cesena to Bologna trainsRegionale, Intercity, Frecciarossa, Intercity Notte trains will get you between Cesena and Bologna from £6. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Regionale

About
Regionale is the regional train service of national carrier Trenitalia connecting all of Italy. It is the most convinient way to travel to both big cities and the smallest villages all over the Italian country. The regional trains have different names depending on the region they serve, such as Treno Regionale Veloce (TRV) and Treno Regionale Lento (TRL). Treno Rock and Treno pop are the two new trains part of Trenitalia regionale fleet. Trenitalia Regionale offers a variety of ticket types, including single tickets (economy and standard), return tickets, and season tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, air conditioning, and power sockets. The most popular routes for Regionale are between Rome and Milan, Naples and Florence, and Turin and Venice.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 5m
Cheapest Price
£8
Regionale frequency
28 a day
Luggage included
Free hand luggage allowance included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas between seats
Cancellation Policy
According to ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund provided
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Bar service available on some trains with snacks and beverages
Seat reservation
Seat reservation included in ticket price for most services
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and assistance available for passengers with reduced mobility
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Larger dogs require paid ticket and muzzle
Quiet zone

Intercity

About
Trenitalia Intercity is a high-speed train service operated by the Italian national railway company, Trenitalia. It operates throughout the country, with services running from early morning to late evening. The Intercity trains come in two types: the Intercity Plus, which is the fastest and most comfortable, and the Intercity, which is slightly slower but still offers a comfortable journey. Onboard facilities include air conditioning, power sockets, Wi-Fi, and a bar service. There are several ticket types available, including Standard, Super Economy, and Business. The most popular routes for Trenitalia Intercity are from Rome to Milan, Naples to Florence, and Turin to Venice.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
52m
Cheapest Price
£16
Intercity frequency
5 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage up to 30kg total
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas at end of carriages
Cancellation Policy
According to ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund provided
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Restaurant car with hot meals and snacks, trolley service in some trains. But do not count on the presence of a buffet car. So if having access to food and drink on the train is important to you, it’s best to bring your own refreshments onboard.
Seat reservation
Seat reservation included in ticket price for most routes
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed free, larger dogs require paid ticket
Quiet zone

Frecciarossa

About
Step on board a Frecciarossa train and relax as you travel across Italy. Trenitalia’s Frecciarossa high-speed trains make around 200 connections across the country each day and are renowned for their comfort, speed, and reduced environmental impact. Reaching speeds of up to 186 mph (300 km/h), they connect major destinations such as Rome, Florence, Milan, Venice, and Naples quickly and efficiently. When booking your Frecciarossa journey, you can choose between four classes: Standard, Premium, Business, and Executive. While each class offers different levels of comfort, all provide free Wi-Fi access, power outlets, air conditioning, bathrooms, luggage storage, onboard entertainment, and restaurant and bar services. Ticket options include Super Economy, Economy, and Base, making it easy to find the right balance of comfort and price for your trip.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
43m
Cheapest Price
£21
Frecciarossa frequency
7 a day
Luggage included
1 carry-on bag and 1 suitcase per passenger
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, dedicated luggage areas at carriage ends, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policy depends on ticket type
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled trains
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Restaurant car with full meals, bar service with snacks and beverages, at-seat service in Executive class
Seat reservation
Included in Executive class, optional fee for other classes
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require paid ticket and muzzle, service animals free
Quiet zone

Intercity Notte

About
Intercity Notte is an Italian train service operated by Trenitalia. It runs overnight services between major cities in Italy, making it a great option for travelers looking to save time and money. The Intercity Notte offers two types of trains: the Frecciarossa Notte and the Frecciargento Notte. The Frecciarossa Notte is the fastest train, with speeds of up to 300 km/h, while the Frecciargento Notte is slightly slower but still offers a comfortable journey. Both trains offer a range of onboard facilities, including comfortable seating, air conditioning, and Wi-Fi. Trenitalia offers a range of ticket types, including Standard, Comfort, and Business. Standard tickets are the most affordable, while Comfort and Business tickets offer additional benefits such as priority boarding and access to the lounge. The most popular routes for Intercity Notte are Rome to Milan, Rome to Venice, and Milan to Venice. These routes offer travelers the chance to explore some of Italy's most iconic cities in a convenient and comfortable way.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Intercity Notte frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
1 handbag and 1 suitcase included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Luggage racks above seats and at carriage ends
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation possible according to ticket type conditions
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled trains
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Restaurant car with full dining service and bar
Seat reservation
Seat reservation included in ticket price
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and assistance available for disabled passengers
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Larger dogs require paid ticket and muzzle. Guide dogs free.
Quiet zone

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Pinacoteca Nazionale di Bologna

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Euro (€)

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.

Average meal costs

Budget
€8-12 for fast food or street food.
Mid-range
€20-35 per person for a meal.
Fine dining
€60+ per person for upscale restaurants.
Coffee
€1.50-3 for coffee or cappuccino.

Tipping culture

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.

FAQs: Cesena to Bologna train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cesena 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.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Cesena to Bologna can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £8, while the average price tends to be around £8.
The train journey from Cesena to Bologna covers a distance of 82 km and takes approximately 1h 5m. Trains run 41 per day.
The train distance from Cesena to Bologna is 82 km.
The first train from Cesena to Bologna leaves at 0:10.
The last train from Cesena to Bologna departs at 23:56.
Trains from Cesena to Bologna run approximately 41 times per day.
Yes, there is a high-speed train service from Cesena to Bologna.
Yes, there is a direct train between Cesena and Bologna. The service operates 32 times per day, provided by Regionale, Intercity, Frecciarossa, Intercity Notte.
To get from Cesena to Bologna, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
Yes, there is a night train from Cesena to Bologna.
The train station in Cesena that goes to Bologna is Cesena station, and it arrives at Bologna Centrale.
The cheapest way to get from Cesena to Bologna is by coach, costing approximately £6.
Booking trains from Cesena to Bologna in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Cesena to Bologna offers a mix of urban and rural views, with stretches of countryside and glimpses of small towns, but it is not particularly renowned for its scenic beauty.
Yes, a day trip from Cesena to Bologna is feasible, as the journey takes 1h 5m and the distance is 82 km. There are 41 trains per day.
In Bologna, you can explore Piazza Maggiore, a lively central square surrounded by historic buildings and cafes. Climb the Two Towers for panoramic city views, and visit the Basilica di San Petronio to admire its impressive architecture and art. Discover the Archiginnasio of Bologna, a historic university building known for its stunning anatomical theatre. Don't miss the Mercato di Mezzo for local delicacies, and visit Santo Stefano, a complex of religious buildings known as the Seven Churches with unique architectural features.
Three days in Bologna is typically sufficient to explore its historic centre, savour local cuisine, and visit key attractions such as Piazza Maggiore, the Two Towers, and the Basilica of San Petronio.
Yes, you can take the train from Cesena to Bologna.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Cesena and Bologna

Most Cesena to Bologna trains use the Cesena to Bologna Centrale station pair, with some services arriving at Bologna, Aeroporto. Use this guide to compare Cesena and Bologna train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Cesena
Arrival train stations in Bologna

Which Cesena station do trains to Bologna leave from?

Trains from Cesena to Bologna leave from Cesena. The station is 1 km from Cesena city centre at Piazzale Karl Marx, 47521 Cesena FC, Italy.
CesenaPiazzale Karl Marx, 47521 Cesena FC, Italy+39 0547 21311WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts
City-centre transport

Getting to Cesena from Cesena city centre

Bus12, 93, 21, 13, 92 · 2m · £0.90 · every ~12 min

Cesena train station facilities and services

Cesena has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.

Food and drink

Food options include: Ristorante Pizzeria La Rocca, Osteria Michiletta

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free. ATMs are available in the train station.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Cesena. Information desks are located in the main hall.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is available at Cesena. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Cesena: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Cesena: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Cesena: Ramps.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Unaway Hotel Cesena Nord, Best Western Cesena Hotel, Hotel Casali.

Most popular train connections from Cesena

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