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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
£4
Average price
£4
Fastest journey
20 m
Average duration
21 m
Trains per day
57
Distance
34 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Imola to Bologna is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Imola to Bologna will cost around £4 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £4.
Of the 57 trains that leave Imola for Bologna every day 57 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 34 km distance in an average of 21 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 20 m .
The slowest trains will take 21 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 17556
Regionale TTPER 4004
Regionale TTPER 17524
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3926
Regionale TTPER 17484
Regionale TTPER 4004
Regionale TTPER 17556
Regionale TTPER 17540
Regionale TTPER 17558
Regionale Veloce 3932Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Imola to Bologna among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 22m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £4, and a coach costs an average of £4.
Distance: 34 km
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£4 Average Price Cheapest | £4 Average Price |
52m Average total duration Fastest 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 8m Average total duration 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The table below shows live departures for Imola to Bologna trains for today, Thursday 13 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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Regionale TTPER 2070 | 5:55 Imola station | 0h31 | 6:26 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17434 | 6:17 Imola station | 0h30 | 6:47 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17436 | 6:37 Imola station | 0h33 | 7:10 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3902 | 7:00 Imola station | 0h26 | 7:26 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17438 | 7:09 Imola station | 0h24 | 7:33 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2462 | 7:16 Imola station | 0h22 | 7:38 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17442 | 7:27 Imola station | 0h32 | 7:59 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3904 | 8:00 Imola station | 0h26 | 8:26 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17446 | 8:09 Imola station | 0h30 | 8:39 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17448 | 8:37 Imola station | 0h28 | 9:05 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3906 | 9:00 Imola station | 0h26 | 9:26 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17484 | 9:08 Imola station | 0h32 | 9:40 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17540 | 9:34 Imola station | 0h21 | 9:55 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17486 | 9:38 Imola station | 0h32 | 10:10 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3908 | 10:00 Imola station | 0h26 | 10:26 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17488 | 10:08 Imola station | 0h34 | 10:42 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17542 | 10:34 Imola station | 0h21 | 10:55 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3910 | 11:00 Imola station | 0h26 | 11:26 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17544 | 11:34 Imola station | 0h21 | 11:55 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3912 | 12:00 Imola station | 0h26 | 12:26 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17492 | 12:08 Imola station | 0h34 | 12:42 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TTPER 18110 | 12:23 Imola station | 0h25 | 12:48 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17546 | 12:34 Imola station | 0h21 | 12:55 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3914 | 13:00 Imola station | 0h26 | 13:26 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17548 | 13:34 Imola station | 0h21 | 13:55 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17496 | 13:38 Imola station | 0h32 | 14:10 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3916 | 14:00 Imola station | 0h26 | 14:26 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17498 | 14:08 Imola station | 0h32 | 14:40 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17550 | 14:34 Imola station | 0h21 | 14:55 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3918 | 15:00 Imola station | 0h26 | 15:26 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17500 | 15:08 Imola station | 0h34 | 15:42 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17552 | 15:34 Imola station | 0h21 | 15:55 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17502 | 15:38 Imola station | 0h32 | 16:10 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3920 | 16:00 Imola station | 0h26 | 16:26 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17506 | 16:08 Imola station | 0h34 | 16:42 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17554 | 16:34 Imola station | 0h21 | 16:55 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3922 | 17:00 Imola station | 0h26 | 17:26 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17510 | 17:08 Imola station | 0h32 | 17:40 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17556 | 17:34 Imola station | 0h21 | 17:55 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3924 | 17:56 Imola station | 0h30 | 18:26 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17558 | 18:34 Imola station | 0h21 | 18:55 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3926 | 19:00 Imola station | 0h26 | 19:26 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17518 | 19:08 Imola station | 0h34 | 19:42 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17560 | 19:34 Imola station | 0h21 | 19:55 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3928 | 20:00 Imola station | 0h26 | 20:26 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17520 | 20:08 Imola station | 0h34 | 20:42 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17452 | 20:16 Imola station | 0h32 | 20:48 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17562 | 20:34 Imola station | 0h21 | 20:55 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3930 | 21:00 Imola station | 0h26 | 21:26 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17524 | 21:08 Imola station | 0h34 | 21:42 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17564 | 21:34 Imola station | 0h21 | 21:55 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TTPER 3934 | 22:00 Imola station | 0h24 | 22:24 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17526 | 22:08 Imola station | 0h32 | 22:40 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TTPER 4004 | 22:40 Imola station | 0h20 | 23:00 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3932 | 23:00 Imola station | 0h21 | 23:21 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17432 | 4:56 Imola station | 0h26 | 5:22 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Imola to Bologna run on average 47 times per day, taking around 22m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £4 if you book in advance.
There are 46 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 34 km distance in 20m.
Distance 34 km |
Average train duration 22m |
Cheapest ticket price £4 |
Trains per day 47 |
Direct trains 46 |
Fastest train 20m |
First train 0:02 |
Last train 23:55 |
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Best time to book 4 days |
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 Imola 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 Imola to Bologna trains use the Imola to Bologna Centrale station pair, with some services arriving at Bologna S. Vitale. Use this guide to compare Imola and Bologna train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Imola 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 options include: Ristorante San Domenico, Osteria del Teatro
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Imola. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Imola. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Imola: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Imola: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Imola: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Donatello Imola, Hotel Olimpia, Euro Hotel.
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 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.
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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