- 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 21 Oct
£5
Average ticket price on 21 Oct
£6
Fastest journey on 21 Oct
45 m
Average journey duration on 21 Oct
45 m
Trains on 21 Oct
2
Distance
49 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Faenza to Bologna is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Faenza to Bologna will cost around £6 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £5.
On Wed 21 Oct, we found 2 trains from Faenza to Bologna, including 2 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 49 km distance in an average of 45 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 45 m .
The slowest trains will take 45 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 Faenza to Bologna run on average 38 times per day, taking around 39m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £5 if you book in advance.
There are 34 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:10, the last at 23:46. The fastest train covers the 49 km distance in 26m.
Distance 49 km |
Average train duration 39m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Trains per day 38 |
Direct trains 34 |
Fastest train 26m |
First train 0:10 |
Last train 23:46 |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 1 day |
The table below shows live departures for Faenza to Bologna trains for today, Tuesday 20 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Regionale TTPER 17432 | 4:44 Faenza station | 0h38 | 5:22 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
InterCityNotte 754 | 5:35 Faenza station | 0h30 | 6:05 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17434 | 6:06 Faenza station | 0h41 | 6:47 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17480 | 6:25 Faenza station | 0h45 | 7:10 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3902 | 6:41 Faenza station | 0h45 | 7:26 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8802 | 6:49 Faenza station | 0h26 | 7:15 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17438 | 6:59 Faenza station | 0h34 | 7:33 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17442 | 7:08 Faenza station | 0h51 | 7:59 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TTPER 3936 | 7:18 Faenza station | 0h28 | 7:46 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TTPER 4022 | 7:32 Faenza station | 0h33 | 8:05 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3904 | 7:36 Faenza station | 0h50 | 8:26 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8804 | 7:49 Faenza station | 0h26 | 8:15 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17444 | 7:56 Faenza station | 0h36 | 8:32 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17448 | 8:24 Faenza station | 0h41 | 9:05 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3906 | 8:41 Faenza station | 0h45 | 9:26 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8806 | 8:49 Faenza station | 0h26 | 9:15 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3908 | 9:41 Faenza station | 0h45 | 10:26 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Intercity 604 | 10:31 Faenza station | 0h30 | 11:01 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3910 | 10:43 Faenza station | 0h43 | 11:26 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3912 | 11:40 Faenza station | 0h46 | 12:26 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Intercity 606 | 12:29 Faenza station | 0h31 | 13:00 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3914 | 12:41 Faenza station | 0h45 | 13:26 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17460 · Regionale TTPER 17548 | 13:10 Faenza station | 0h45 | 13:55 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3916 | 13:41 Faenza station | 0h45 | 14:26 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17462 · Regionale TTPER 17550 | 14:10 Faenza station | 0h45 | 14:55 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Intercity 608 | 14:29 Faenza station | 0h31 | 15:00 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3918 | 14:41 Faenza station | 0h45 | 15:26 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3920 | 15:40 Faenza station | 0h46 | 16:26 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17464 · Regionale TTPER 17554 | 16:10 Faenza station | 0h45 | 16:55 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Intercity 610 | 16:29 Faenza station | 0h31 | 17:00 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3922 | 16:41 Faenza station | 0h45 | 17:26 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17466 · Regionale TTPER 17556 | 17:10 Faenza station | 0h45 | 17:55 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3924 | 17:35 Faenza station | 0h51 | 18:26 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17468 · Regionale TTPER 17558 | 18:10 Faenza station | 0h45 | 18:55 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Intercity 612 | 18:29 Faenza station | 0h32 | 19:01 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3926 | 18:41 Faenza station | 0h45 | 19:26 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3928 | 19:43 Faenza station | 0h43 | 20:26 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17452 | 20:06 Faenza station | 0h42 | 20:48 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17470 · Regionale TTPER 17562 | 20:13 Faenza station | 0h42 | 20:55 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Intercity 614 | 20:29 Faenza station | 0h31 | 21:00 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3930 | 20:41 Faenza station | 0h45 | 21:26 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TTPER 4002 | 21:36 Faenza station | 0h33 | 22:09 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TTPER 3934 | 21:39 Faenza station | 0h45 | 22:24 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3932 | 22:47 Faenza station | 0h34 | 23:21 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TTPER 4006 | 23:31 Faenza station | 0h27 | 23:58 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
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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 Faenza 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 Faenza to Bologna trains use the Faenza to Bologna Centrale station pair, with some services arriving at Bologna, Aeroporto. Use this guide to compare Faenza and Bologna train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Faenza has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Ristorante La Baita, Osteria della Sghisa
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Faenza. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Faenza. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Faenza: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Faenza: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Faenza.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Vittoria, Hotel Cavallino, Hotel B&B Faenza.
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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