The cheapest and fastest trains from Genoa Piazza Principe to Bologna Centrale
Cheapest price
£22
Average price
£45
Fastest journey
2 h 50 m
Average duration
2 h 50 m
Trains per day
47
Distance
192 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Genoa Piazza Principe to Bologna Centrale is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Genoa Piazza Principe to Bologna Centrale will cost around £45 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £22.
Of the 47 trains that leave Genoa Piazza Principe for Bologna Centrale every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 192 km distance in an average of 2 h 50 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 50 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 50 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 Veloce 3016 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 20675:443h41Genoa Piazza Principe9:25Bologna Centrale£221One-way1 change
Regionale TTPER 2078 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 392711:254h00Genoa Piazza Principe15:25Bologna Centrale£221One-way1 change
Regionale Veloce 3034 · Regionale TRENORD 10497 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 393715:024h23Genoa Piazza Principe19:25Bologna Centrale£221One-way2 changes
Regionale Veloce 3028 · Regionale TTPER 2079 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 392711:423h43Genoa Piazza Principe15:25Bologna Centrale£221One-way2 changes
Regionale TTPER 209017:144h11Genoa Piazza Principe21:25Bologna Centrale£221One-way0 changes
Intercity 670+
Regionale TRENORD 2332+
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 932314:192h50Genoa Piazza Principe17:09Bologna Centrale£551One-way2 changes
Intercity 658+
Regionale TRENORD 2320+
FRECCIAROSSA 93118:192h50Genoa Piazza Principe11:09Bologna Centrale£581One-way2 changes
Regionale Veloce 3032+
FRECCIAROSSA 964313:442h50Genoa Piazza Principe16:34Bologna Centrale£581One-way1 change
Intercity 745+
Regionale Veloce 3030+
FRECCIAROSSA 932113:192h50Genoa Piazza Principe16:09Bologna Centrale£581One-way2 changes
Intercity 653+
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 93917:192h50Genoa Piazza Principe10:09Bologna Centrale£581One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Genoa Piazza Principe to Bologna Centrale
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Genoa Piazza Principe to Bologna Centrale among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 30m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £12, and a train costs an average of £15.
Distance: 192 km
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Live departures
Genoa Piazza Principe to Bologna Centrale train times
The table below shows live departures for Genoa Piazza Principe to Bologna Centrale trains for today, Wednesday 22 April. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Regionale Veloce 3016 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 2067 | 5:44 Genoa Piazza Principe | 3h41 | 9:25 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 3016+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9611 | 5:44 Genoa Piazza Principe | 3h20 | 9:04 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Intercity 652+ Regionale TTPER 2069 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3911 | 6:44 Genoa Piazza Principe | 3h41 | 10:25 Bologna Centrale | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9710 · FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9615 | 7:05 Genoa Piazza Principe | 2h59 | 10:04 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Intercity 653+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9391 | 7:19 Genoa Piazza Principe | 2h50 | 10:09 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 3019+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9619 | 7:50 Genoa Piazza Principe | 3h14 | 11:04 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 3019+ Intercity 607 | 7:50 Genoa Piazza Principe | 4h06 | 11:56 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 3019 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 2459 | 7:50 Genoa Piazza Principe | 4h20 | 12:10 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Intercity 658+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9623 | 8:19 Genoa Piazza Principe | 3h45 | 12:04 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Intercity 658+ Regionale TRENORD 2320+ FRECCIAROSSA 9311 | 8:19 Genoa Piazza Principe | 2h50 | 11:09 Bologna Centrale | 2 changes | |
Intercity 662 · Intercity 609 | 9:18 Genoa Piazza Principe | 4h38 | 13:56 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Intercity 662+ FRECCIAROSSA 9587 | 9:18 Genoa Piazza Principe | 3h06 | 12:24 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Intercity 631+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9539 | 11:19 Genoa Piazza Principe | 3h05 | 14:24 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale TTPER 2078 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3927 | 11:25 Genoa Piazza Principe | 4h00 | 15:25 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 3028+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9637 | 11:42 Genoa Piazza Principe | 3h22 | 15:04 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 3028 · Regionale TTPER 2079 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3927 | 11:42 Genoa Piazza Principe | 3h43 | 15:25 Bologna Centrale | 2 changes | |
Regionale Veloce 3028 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 2467 | 11:42 Genoa Piazza Principe | 4h28 | 16:10 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Intercity 666+ FRECCIAROSSA 9543 | 12:19 Genoa Piazza Principe | 3h05 | 15:24 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 3030+ Intercity 613 | 13:02 Genoa Piazza Principe | 4h52 | 17:54 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 3030+ FRECCIAROSSA 9321 | 13:02 Genoa Piazza Principe | 3h07 | 16:09 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Intercity 745+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9547 | 13:19 Genoa Piazza Principe | 3h05 | 16:24 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Intercity 745+ Regionale Veloce 3030+ FRECCIAROSSA 9321 | 13:19 Genoa Piazza Principe | 2h50 | 16:09 Bologna Centrale | 2 changes | |
Intercity 745+ Regionale Veloce 3030+ Intercity 613 | 13:19 Genoa Piazza Principe | 4h35 | 17:54 Bologna Centrale | 2 changes | |
Regionale Veloce 3032 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 2471 | 13:44 Genoa Piazza Principe | 4h26 | 18:10 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 3032+ FRECCIAROSSA 9643 | 13:44 Genoa Piazza Principe | 2h50 | 16:34 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Intercity 670+ Regionale TTPER 2473 · Regionale TTPER 17419 | 14:19 Genoa Piazza Principe | 4h51 | 19:10 Bologna Centrale | 2 changes | |
Intercity 670+ FRECCIAROSSA 9551 | 14:19 Genoa Piazza Principe | 3h05 | 17:24 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Intercity 670+ Regionale TRENORD 2332+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9323 | 14:19 Genoa Piazza Principe | 2h50 | 17:09 Bologna Centrale | 2 changes | |
Regionale Veloce 3034+ FRECCIAROSSA 9325 | 15:02 Genoa Piazza Principe | 3h07 | 18:09 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 3034 · Regionale TRENORD 10497 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3937 | 15:02 Genoa Piazza Principe | 4h23 | 19:25 Bologna Centrale | 2 changes | |
Regionale Veloce 3021 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 2475 | 15:44 Genoa Piazza Principe | 4h32 | 20:16 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 3021+ Intercity 599 | 15:44 Genoa Piazza Principe | 4h18 | 20:02 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 3021+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9653 | 15:44 Genoa Piazza Principe | 3h20 | 19:04 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Intercity 674+ Regionale Veloce TTPER 2477 | 16:19 Genoa Piazza Principe | 4h46 | 21:05 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Intercity 674+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9559 | 16:19 Genoa Piazza Principe | 3h05 | 19:24 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 3038+ FRECCIAROSSA 9329 | 17:02 Genoa Piazza Principe | 3h07 | 20:09 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale TTPER 2090 | 17:14 Genoa Piazza Principe | 4h11 | 21:25 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Intercity 635+ Regionale Veloce 3038+ FRECCIAROSSA 9329 | 17:19 Genoa Piazza Principe | 2h50 | 20:09 Bologna Centrale | 2 changes | |
Intercity 635+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9563 | 17:19 Genoa Piazza Principe | 3h05 | 20:24 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Intercity 635+ Regionale TTPER 2089 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 2477 | 17:19 Genoa Piazza Principe | 3h46 | 21:05 Bologna Centrale | 2 changes | |
Regionale Veloce 3040 · Regionale TTPER 2091 | 17:44 Genoa Piazza Principe | 3h41 | 21:25 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Intercity 680+ FRECCIAROSSA 9567 | 18:18 Genoa Piazza Principe | 3h06 | 21:24 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
FRECCIABIANCA 8620+ Regionale TRENORD 10481 · Regionale TTPER 3945 | 19:03 Genoa Piazza Principe | 4h25 | 23:28 Bologna Centrale | 2 changes | |
Intercity 681+ InterCityNotte 765 | 19:22 Genoa Piazza Principe | 4h13 | 23:35 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 3044+ InterCityNotte 755 | 19:44 Genoa Piazza Principe | 4h22 | 0:06 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 3044 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 2485 | 19:44 Genoa Piazza Principe | 4h49 | 0:33 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Intercity 639+ InterCityNotte 757 | 21:22 Genoa Piazza Principe | 3h00 | 0:22 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
InterCityNotte 899+ Regionale 18252+ FRECCIAROSSA 9300 | 22:07 Genoa Piazza Principe | 9h41 | 7:48 Bologna Centrale | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Genoa Piazza Principe to Bologna Centrale
Trains from Genoa Piazza Principe to Bologna Centrale run on average 42 times per day, taking around 3h 30m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £15 but you can travel from only £12 by coach.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:11, the last at 21:07. The fastest train covers the 192 km distance in 3h 0m.
Distance 192 km |
Average train duration 3h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price £15 |
Trains per day 42 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 3h 0m |
First train 5:11 |
Last train 21:07 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Train companies: Regionale, Intercity, Frecciarossa, Italo, Intercity Notte from Genoa Piazza Principe to Bologna Centrale trainsRegionale, Intercity, Frecciarossa, Italo, Intercity Notte trains will get you between Genoa Piazza Principe and Bologna Centrale from £12. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Genoa Piazza Principe to Bologna Centrale train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Genoa Piazza Principe to Bologna Centrale 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 Centrale, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Genoa Piazza Principe and Bologna Centrale
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from Piazza Acquaverde.
- Ristorante Salgari
- Trattoria dell'Acciughetta
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €1
- Hotel Continental Genova
- Grand Hotel Savoia
- Hotel Britannia
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-10 for regional and long-distance trains
- Hall 2: platforms 11-20 for local and suburban trains
- Hall 3: metro and bus connections
- Metro: Line 1
- Bus: Several lines available
- Tram: Line 3
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00
- Free Wi-Fi.
- Luggage facility, open daily from 07:00 to 22:00, is located in front of binario 7 Ovest (Track 7 West).
- Burger King
- A Cafè
- VyTA Boulangerie
- Venchi
- Scambio
- Juice Bar
- KFC
- Dispensa Emilia
- Lavazza
- Mokà
- & more
- 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.
- Starhotels Excelsior
- Millenn Hotel Bologna
- UNA Hotels
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00
- Customer service center is on the ground floor and open every day from 06:30 to 23:00.
- Bus lines: 21, 25, 30, 36, 61, 62, 77, BLQ
- Monorail lines: Marconi Express
- Train lines: FR, FA, FB, IC, ICN, R, Italo, ÖBB EC, EN
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