- 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
£16
Average price
£16
Fastest journey
4 h 11 m
Average duration
4 h 12 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
111 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Massa to Bologna is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Massa to Bologna will cost around £16 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £16.
Of the 2 trains that leave Massa for Bologna every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 111 km distance in an average of 4 h 12 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 11 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 12 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.




Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Massa to Bologna among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £15. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 48m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £15, and a coach costs an average of £14.
Distance: 111 km
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3h 18m Average total duration Fastest 2h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 50m Average total duration 3h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg 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 Massa to Bologna trains for today, Thursday 20 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 18393+ 8918 | 14:08 Massa Centro | 3h10 | 17:18 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale 18393+ FRECCIAROSSA 8520 | 14:08 Massa Centro | 3h05 | 17:13 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale 18393+ 8928 | 14:08 Massa Centro | 4h10 | 18:18 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale 18393+ 9940 | 14:08 Massa Centro | 2h55 | 17:03 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Intercity 511 · Intercity 590 | 14:22 Massa Centro | 3h41 | 18:03 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Intercity 511+ Regionale Veloce 4040+ 8918 | 14:22 Massa Centro | 2h56 | 17:18 Bologna Centrale | 2 changes | |
Intercity 511+ Regionale Veloce 4040+ 9940 | 14:22 Massa Centro | 2h41 | 17:03 Bologna Centrale | 2 changes | |
Intercity 511+ Regionale Veloce 4040+ 8928 | 14:22 Massa Centro | 3h56 | 18:18 Bologna Centrale | 2 changes | |
Intercity 511+ Regionale Veloce 4040+ FRECCIAROSSA 9423 | 14:22 Massa Centro | 2h36 | 16:58 Bologna Centrale | 2 changes | |
Regionale 19363 · Regionale Veloce 4042+ 8944 | 14:43 Massa Centro | 3h20 | 18:03 Bologna Centrale | 2 changes | |
Regionale 19363 · Regionale Veloce 4042+ 8928 | 14:43 Massa Centro | 3h35 | 18:18 Bologna Centrale | 2 changes | |
Regionale 19363 · Regionale Veloce 4042+ 8920 | 14:43 Massa Centro | 4h35 | 19:18 Bologna Centrale | 2 changes | |
Regionale 19363 · Regionale Veloce 4042+ FRECCIAROSSA 9544 | 14:43 Massa Centro | 2h50 | 17:33 Bologna Centrale | 2 changes | |
Regionale 19363 · Regionale 18521 · Regionale 17836 | 14:43 Massa Centro | 3h12 | 17:55 Bologna Centrale | 2 changes | |
Regionale 18415+ 8920 | 15:15 Massa Centro | 4h03 | 19:18 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale 18415+ 8944 | 15:15 Massa Centro | 2h48 | 18:03 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale 18415+ FRECCIAROSSA 9588 | 15:15 Massa Centro | 3h18 | 18:33 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale 18415+ 8928 | 15:15 Massa Centro | 3h03 | 18:18 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale 18447 · Regionale Veloce 4044+ FRECCIAROSSA 9588 | 15:41 Massa Centro | 2h52 | 18:33 Bologna Centrale | 2 changes | |
Regionale 18447 · Regionale Veloce 4044+ 8922 | 15:41 Massa Centro | 4h37 | 20:18 Bologna Centrale | 2 changes | |
Regionale 18447 · Regionale Veloce 4044+ 9948 | 15:41 Massa Centro | 3h22 | 19:03 Bologna Centrale | 2 changes | |
Regionale 18447 · Regionale Veloce 4044+ 8920 | 15:41 Massa Centro | 3h37 | 19:18 Bologna Centrale | 2 changes | |
Regionale 18447 · Regionale 18525 · Regionale 17838 | 15:41 Massa Centro | 3h14 | 18:55 Bologna Centrale | 2 changes | |
Regionale 18399+ FRECCIAROSSA 8524 | 16:14 Massa Centro | 2h59 | 19:13 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale 18399+ 9948 | 16:14 Massa Centro | 2h49 | 19:03 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale 18399+ 8920 | 16:14 Massa Centro | 3h04 | 19:18 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale 18399+ 8922 | 16:14 Massa Centro | 4h04 | 20:18 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale 18399+ Intercity 592 | 16:14 Massa Centro | 3h42 | 19:56 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale 18399 · Regionale 18527 · Regionale 17842 | 16:14 Massa Centro | 3h55 | 20:09 Bologna San Ruffillo | 2 changes | |
Regionale Veloce 4046+ FRECCIAROSSA 9428+ FRECCIABIANCA 8619 | 16:36 Massa Centro | 2h22 | 18:58 Bologna Centrale | 2 changes | |
FRECCIABIANCA 8619+ Regionale Veloce 4046+ 8920 | 16:36 Massa Centro | 2h42 | 19:18 Bologna Centrale | 2 changes | |
FRECCIABIANCA 8619+ Regionale Veloce 4046+ 8922 | 16:36 Massa Centro | 3h42 | 20:18 Bologna Centrale | 2 changes | |
FRECCIABIANCA 8619+ Regionale Veloce 4046+ 9948 | 16:36 Massa Centro | 2h27 | 19:03 Bologna Centrale | 2 changes | |
Regionale 18377 · Regionale 19256 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3939 | 16:44 Massa Centro | 3h41 | 20:25 Bologna Centrale | 2 changes | |
Regionale 19367 · Regionale Veloce 4048+ 8966 | 16:51 Massa Centro | 3h52 | 20:43 Bologna Centrale | 2 changes | |
Regionale 19367 · Regionale Veloce 4048+ 8922 | 16:51 Massa Centro | 3h27 | 20:18 Bologna Centrale | 2 changes | |
Regionale 19367 · Regionale Veloce 4048+ Intercity 592 | 16:51 Massa Centro | 3h05 | 19:56 Bologna Centrale | 2 changes | |
Regionale 19367 · Regionale Veloce 4048+ FRECCIAROSSA 9552 | 16:51 Massa Centro | 2h42 | 19:33 Bologna Centrale | 2 changes | |
Regionale 19367 · Regionale Veloce 4048+ 9958 | 16:51 Massa Centro | 3h12 | 20:03 Bologna Centrale | 2 changes | |
Regionale 18401+ FRECCIAROSSA 8526 | 17:14 Massa Centro | 2h59 | 20:13 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale 18401+ 8966 | 17:14 Massa Centro | 3h29 | 20:43 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale 18401+ 8922 | 17:14 Massa Centro | 3h04 | 20:18 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale 18401+ 9958 | 17:14 Massa Centro | 2h49 | 20:03 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale 19373 · Regionale Veloce 4052+ 8966 | 17:42 Massa Centro | 3h01 | 20:43 Bologna Centrale | 2 changes | |
Regionale 19373 · Regionale Veloce 4052+ 8158 | 17:42 Massa Centro | 4h21 | 22:03 Bologna Centrale | 2 changes | |
Regionale 19373 · Regionale 18529 · Regionale 17844 | 17:42 Massa Centro | 3h38 | 21:20 Bologna Centrale | 2 changes | |
Regionale 19373 · Regionale Veloce 4052+ 8968 | 17:42 Massa Centro | 4h01 | 21:43 Bologna Centrale | 2 changes | |
Regionale 19373 · Regionale Veloce 4052+ FRECCIAROSSA 9556 | 17:42 Massa Centro | 2h51 | 20:33 Bologna Centrale | 2 changes | |
Intercity 669 · Intercity 596 | 17:57 Massa Centro | 2h45 | 20:42 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale 18403+ 9954 | 18:14 Massa Centro | 2h49 | 21:03 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale 18403+ 8968 | 18:14 Massa Centro | 3h29 | 21:43 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale 18403+ FRECCIAROSSA 8528 | 18:14 Massa Centro | 2h59 | 21:13 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale 18403+ 8158 | 18:14 Massa Centro | 3h49 | 22:03 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale 19375 · Regionale Veloce 4058+ 8158 | 18:47 Massa Centro | 3h16 | 22:03 Bologna Centrale | 2 changes | |
Regionale 19375 · Regionale 18531 · Regionale TTPER 17856 | 18:47 Massa Centro | 3h38 | 22:25 Bologna Centrale | 2 changes | |
Regionale 19375 · Regionale Veloce 4058+ 8968 | 18:47 Massa Centro | 2h56 | 21:43 Bologna Centrale | 2 changes | |
Regionale 19375 · Regionale Veloce 4058+ FRECCIAROSSA 9560 | 18:47 Massa Centro | 2h46 | 21:33 Bologna Centrale | 2 changes | |
Regionale 18423+ 8158 | 19:14 Massa Centro | 2h49 | 22:03 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale 18423+ FRECCIAROSSA 9330 | 19:14 Massa Centro | 2h59 | 22:13 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale 2296 · Regionale TTPER 3945 | 19:29 Massa Centro | 3h59 | 23:28 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale 18407 · Regionale 17852 | 19:48 Massa Centro | 4h02 | 23:50 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Intercity 673+ Regionale Veloce 4060+ FRECCIAROSSA 89816 | 19:50 Massa Centro | 2h45 | 22:35 Bologna Centrale | 2 changes | |
Regionale 19379 · Regionale 18537 · Regionale 17852 | 20:44 Massa Centro | 2h50 | 23:34 Bologna San Ruffillo | 2 changes | |
Regionale 19379 · Regionale 18537 · Regionale 17852 | 20:44 Massa Centro | 3h06 | 23:50 Bologna Centrale | 2 changes | |
| Friday 21 August | |||||
![]() | 4:43 Massa | 4h12 | 8:55 Bologna | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 8:44 Massa | 4h11 | 12:55 Bologna | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Massa to Bologna run on average 54 times per day, taking around 2h 48m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £15 but you can travel from only £14 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 01:33, the last at 22:37. The fastest train covers the 111 km distance in 3h 26m.
Distance 111 km |
Average train duration 2h 48m |
Cheapest ticket price £15 |
Trains per day 54 |
Fastest train 3h 26m |
First train 1:33 |
Last train 22:37 |
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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 Massa 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 Massa to Bologna trains use the Massa Centro to Bologna Centrale station pair, with some services arriving at Bologna San Ruffillo. Use this guide to compare Massa and Bologna train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Massa Centro is 1 km from Massa city centre. Public transport options include:
Massa Centro has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Ristorante La Peniche, Osteria del Borgo
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Massa Centro. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Massa Centro. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Massa Centro: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Massa Centro: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Massa Centro: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Il Buongustaio, Hotel Annunziata, Hotel Gabrini.
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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