Milan Porta Garibaldi to Bologna Centrale train with Frecciarossa

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Milan Porta Garibaldi to Bologna Centrale

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 03 Sept

Cheapest price on 03 Sept

£16

Average ticket price on 03 Sept

£36

Fastest journey on 03 Sept

1 h 21 m

Average journey duration on 03 Sept

1 h 21 m

Trains on 03 Sept

45

Distance

201 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Milan Porta Garibaldi 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 Milan Porta Garibaldi to Bologna Centrale will cost around £36 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £16.

Fast trains

On Thu 03 Sept, we found 45 trains from Milan Porta Garibaldi to Bologna Centrale, including 9 direct services.

These direct trains cover the 201 km distance in an average of 1 h 21 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 21 m .

The slowest trains will take 1 h 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.

  • RegionaleS13 TRENORD 24353 · Regionale TTPER 2473 · Regionale TTPER 17419
    16:033h07
    Milan Porta Garibaldi
    19:10Bologna Centrale
    £161One-way
    2 changes
  • RegionaleS13 TRENORD 24325 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 2459
    9:033h07
    Milan Porta Garibaldi
    12:10Bologna Centrale
    £161One-way
    1 change
  • RegionaleS13 TRENORD 24369 · Regionale TRENORD 10883 · Regionale TTPER 3945
    20:033h25
    Milan Porta Garibaldi
    23:28Bologna Centrale
    £161One-way
    2 changes
  • RegionaleS12 TRENORD 25637 · Regionale TTPER 2465 · Regionale TTPER 17415
    11:593h11
    Milan Porta Garibaldi
    15:10Bologna Centrale
    £161One-way
    2 changes
  • RegionaleS13 TRENORD 24321 · Regionale TTPER 2457 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3915
    8:033h22
    Milan Porta Garibaldi
    11:25Bologna Centrale
    £161One-way
    2 changes

Travel Information

Compare train, coach and flight for Milan Porta Garibaldi to Bologna Centrale

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Milan Porta Garibaldi to Bologna Centrale among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £7 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 49m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £7, while a flight costs an average of £249.

Distance: 201 km

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£16

Average Price

£7

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Cheapest

£249

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£47

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(fuel + tolls)

2h 49m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 19m

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30m

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3h 37m

Average total duration

3h 7m

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7h 18m

Average total duration

5h 18m

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2h 0m

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2h 33m

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The cheapest way to travel from Milan Porta Garibaldi to Bologna Centrale is a coach with an average price of £7.

This is compared to other travel options from Milan Porta Garibaldi to Bologna Centrale:

A coach is £9 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Milan Porta Garibaldi to Bologna Centrale costing on average £16.

A coach is £242 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Milan Porta Garibaldi to Bologna Centrale costing on average £249.

The fastest way to travel from Milan Porta Garibaldi to Bologna Centrale is by train with an average journey time of 2h 19m.

Other travel options to Bologna Centrale take longer:

Coach takes on average 3h 7m.

Flight takes on average 5h 18m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Milan Porta Garibaldi and Bologna Centrale including taking a train, coach and flight.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 14m faster (2h 19m by train vs 2h 33m by car) and roughly £31 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£16 vs £47). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.

Direct services run with Frecciarossa, Regionale, Intercity.

Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.

Live departures

Milan Porta Garibaldi to Bologna Centrale train times

The table below shows live departures for Milan Porta Garibaldi to Bologna Centrale trains for today, Wednesday 2 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
FrecciarossaFRECCIAROSSA 932918:48 Milan Porta Garibaldi
1h21
20:09 Bologna Centrale0 changesdirect
RegionaleS13 TRENORD 24365 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 247919:03 Milan Porta Garibaldi
3h07
22:10 Bologna Centrale1 change
RegionaleRegionale TRENORD 10481 · Regionale TTPER 394519:24 Milan Porta Garibaldi
4h04
23:28 Bologna Centrale1 change
RegionaleS13 TRENORD 24369 · Regionale TRENORD 10883 · Regionale TTPER 394520:03 Milan Porta Garibaldi
3h25
23:28 Bologna Centrale2 changes
RegionaleRegionale Veloce TTPER 248522:05 Milan Porta Garibaldi
2h28
0:33 Bologna Centrale0 changesdirect
RegionaleS13 TRENORD 24311 · Regionale TRENORD 10853 · Regionale TTPER 174255:33 Milan Porta Garibaldi
3h13
8:46 Bologna Centrale2 changes
RegionaleS13 TRENORD 24317 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 24557:03 Milan Porta Garibaldi
3h10
10:13 Bologna Centrale1 change
RegionaleRegionale TRENORD 10457 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 39157:24 Milan Porta Garibaldi
4h01
11:25 Bologna Centrale1 change
RegionaleS13 TRENORD 24321 · Regionale TTPER 2457 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 39158:03 Milan Porta Garibaldi
3h22
11:25 Bologna Centrale2 changes
FrecciarossaFRECCIAROSSA 93918:48 Milan Porta Garibaldi
1h21
10:09 Bologna Centrale0 changesdirect
FrecciarossaFRECCIAROSSA 9702+Italo81438:50 Milan Porta Garibaldi
7h04
15:54 Bologna Centrale1 change
FrecciarossaFRECCIAROSSA 9702+Italo99398:50 Milan Porta Garibaldi
6h04
14:54 Bologna Centrale1 change
RegionaleS13 TRENORD 24325 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 24599:03 Milan Porta Garibaldi
3h07
12:10 Bologna Centrale1 change
IntercityIntercity 6079:10 Milan Porta Garibaldi
2h46
11:56 Bologna Centrale0 changesdirect
FrecciarossaFRECCIAROSSA 9300+Italo99399:15 Milan Porta Garibaldi
5h39
14:54 Bologna Centrale1 change
FrecciarossaFRECCIAROSSA 9300+Italo81439:15 Milan Porta Garibaldi
6h39
15:54 Bologna Centrale1 change
FrecciarossaFRECCIAROSSA 93119:48 Milan Porta Garibaldi
1h21
11:09 Bologna Centrale0 changesdirect
FrecciarossaFRECCIAROSSA 980510:13 Milan Porta Garibaldi
1h29
11:42 Bologna Centrale0 changesdirect
FrecciarossaFRECCIAROSSA 9716+Italo993910:50 Milan Porta Garibaldi
4h04
14:54 Bologna Centrale1 change
FrecciarossaFRECCIAROSSA 9716+Italo814310:50 Milan Porta Garibaldi
5h04
15:54 Bologna Centrale1 change
FrecciarossaFRECCIAROSSA 9716+Italo995910:50 Milan Porta Garibaldi
9h04
19:54 Bologna Centrale1 change
RegionaleS13 TRENORD 24333 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 246311:03 Milan Porta Garibaldi
3h07
14:10 Bologna Centrale1 change
FrecciarossaFRECCIAROSSA 9304+Italo814311:15 Milan Porta Garibaldi
4h39
15:54 Bologna Centrale1 change
FrecciarossaFRECCIAROSSA 9304+Italo993911:15 Milan Porta Garibaldi
3h39
14:54 Bologna Centrale1 change
FrecciarossaFRECCIAROSSA 9304+Italo995911:15 Milan Porta Garibaldi
8h39
19:54 Bologna Centrale1 change
RegionaleRegionale TRENORD 10465 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 392711:24 Milan Porta Garibaldi
4h01
15:25 Bologna Centrale1 change
RegionaleS12 TRENORD 25637 · Regionale TTPER 2465 · Regionale TTPER 1741511:59 Milan Porta Garibaldi
3h11
15:10 Bologna Centrale2 changes
RegionaleS13 TRENORD 24341 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 246713:03 Milan Porta Garibaldi
3h07
16:10 Bologna Centrale1 change
FrecciarossaFRECCIAROSSA 9308+Italo996313:15 Milan Porta Garibaldi
8h39
21:54 Bologna Centrale1 change
FrecciarossaFRECCIAROSSA 9308+Italo995913:15 Milan Porta Garibaldi
6h39
19:54 Bologna Centrale1 change
FrecciarossaFRECCIAROSSA 9308+Italo814313:15 Milan Porta Garibaldi
2h39
15:54 Bologna Centrale1 change
RegionaleS13 TRENORD 24343 · Regionale TRENORD 10869 · Regionale Veloce 393113:33 Milan Porta Garibaldi
3h52
17:25 Bologna Centrale2 changes
FrecciarossaFRECCIAROSSA 9310+Italo996314:15 Milan Porta Garibaldi
7h39
21:54 Bologna Centrale1 change
FrecciarossaFRECCIAROSSA 9310+Italo995914:15 Milan Porta Garibaldi
5h39
19:54 Bologna Centrale1 change
FrecciarossaFRECCIAROSSA 932114:48 Milan Porta Garibaldi
1h21
16:09 Bologna Centrale0 changesdirect
RegionaleS13 TRENORD 24349 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 247115:03 Milan Porta Garibaldi
3h07
18:10 Bologna Centrale1 change
FrecciarossaFRECCIAROSSA 932315:48 Milan Porta Garibaldi
1h21
17:09 Bologna Centrale0 changesdirect
RegionaleS13 TRENORD 24353 · Regionale TTPER 2473 · Regionale TTPER 1741916:03 Milan Porta Garibaldi
3h07
19:10 Bologna Centrale2 changes
FrecciarossaFRECCIAROSSA 932516:48 Milan Porta Garibaldi
1h21
18:09 Bologna Centrale0 changesdirect
RegionaleRegionale 2295 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 393917:00 Milan Porta Garibaldi
3h25
20:25 Bologna Centrale1 change
RegionaleS13 TRENORD 24357 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 247517:03 Milan Porta Garibaldi
3h13
20:16 Bologna Centrale1 change
RegionaleS1 TRENORD 24159 · Regionale 2295 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 393917:14 Milan Porta Garibaldi
3h11
20:25 Bologna Centrale2 changes
RegionaleS12 TRENORD 25661 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 247717:59 Milan Porta Garibaldi
3h06
21:05 Bologna Centrale1 change
RegionaleS13 TRENORD 24361 · Regionale TRENORD 10895 · Regionale TTPER 209118:03 Milan Porta Garibaldi
3h22
21:25 Bologna Centrale2 changes

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Frecciarossa as well as Regionale or Intercity offer trains services from Milan Porta Garibaldi to Bologna Centrale.
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Journey information

Overview: Train from Milan Porta Garibaldi to Bologna Centrale

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Trains from Milan Porta Garibaldi to Bologna Centrale run on average 21 times per day, taking around 2h 19m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £14 but you can travel from only £4 by coach.

There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:03, the last at 20:05. The fastest train covers the 201 km distance in 2h 28m.

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 £4
Distance
201 km
Average train duration
2h 19m
Cheapest ticket price
£14
Trains per day
21
Direct trains
8
Fastest train
2h 28m
First train
5:03
Last train
20:05
Cheapest Month
Jan
Cheapest Day
Sat
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Sat
Least Busy Day
Thu
Best time to book
21 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 £4

Train companies: Frecciarossa, Regionale, Intercity from Milan Porta Garibaldi to Bologna Centrale trainsFrecciarossa, Regionale, Intercity trains will get you between Milan Porta Garibaldi and Bologna Centrale from £4. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

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 Frecciarossa Duration
1h 21m
Cheapest Frecciarossa Price
£54
Frecciarossa frequency
6 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

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 Regionale Duration
2h 28m
Cheapest Regionale Price
£16
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 Intercity Duration
2h 46m
Cheapest Intercity Price
£14
Intercity frequency
1 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

FAQs: Milan Porta Garibaldi to Bologna Centrale train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Milan Porta Garibaldi 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.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Milan Porta Garibaldi to Bologna Centrale can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £14, while the average price tends to be around £16.
The train journey from Milan Porta Garibaldi to Bologna Centrale covers a distance of 201 km and takes approximately 2h 28m. Trains run 21 per day.
The train distance from Milan Porta Garibaldi to Bologna Centrale is 201 km.
The first train from Milan Porta Garibaldi to Bologna Centrale leaves at 5:03.
The last train from Milan Porta Garibaldi to Bologna Centrale departs at 20:05.
Trains from Milan Porta Garibaldi to Bologna Centrale run approximately 21 times per day.
Yes, there is a high-speed train service from Milan Porta Garibaldi to Bologna Centrale.
Yes, there is a direct train between Milan Porta Garibaldi and Bologna Centrale. The service operates 8 times per day, provided by Frecciarossa, Regionale, Intercity.
To get from Milan Porta Garibaldi to Bologna Centrale, you can choose from several travel options including train, coach and flight.
There is no night train service from Milan Porta Garibaldi to Bologna Centrale.
The cheapest way to get from Milan Porta Garibaldi to Bologna Centrale is by coach, costing approximately £4.
Booking trains from Milan Porta Garibaldi to Bologna Centrale in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Milano Porta Garibaldi to Bologna Centrale is primarily characterised by urban and industrial landscapes, with glimpses of the Italian countryside. While not traditionally considered scenic, travellers may enjoy views of smaller towns and rolling fields along the way.
A day trip from Milano Porta Garibaldi to Bologna Centrale is not feasible as the journey takes 2h 28m. However, there are 12 trains per day for this route.
Yes, you can take the train from Milan Porta Garibaldi to Bologna Centrale.

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Important Stations and Airports in Milan Porta Garibaldi and Bologna Centrale

Most Milan Porta Garibaldi to Bologna Centrale trains use the Milano Centrale to Bologna Centrale station pair. Use this guide to compare Milan Porta Garibaldi and Bologna Centrale train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Milan
Arrival train stations in Bologna
Milano Porta GaribaldiPiazza Sigmund Freud, 1, Milan, Italy+39 892021WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelBike ParkingBike Rental
City-centre transport

Getting to Milano Porta Garibaldi from Milan city centre

Milano Porta Garibaldi is 2 km from Milan city centre. Public transport options include:

BusNm2 · 10m · £2 · every ~1 min
Tram2, 4 · 20m · £2 · every ~20 min
Subway2 · 8m · £2 · every ~30 min

Milano Porta Garibaldi train station facilities and services

Milano Porta Garibaldi has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.

Food and drink

Food options include: Caffeteria Panni Caldi, Princi, Burgez, Bricco Café, U! Come tu mi vuoi, Autogrill, Culto

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located in the main hall.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Milano Porta Garibaldi: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Milano Porta Garibaldi: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Milano Porta Garibaldi: Accessible facilities such as ticket machines, toilets, and ramps and additional assistance as needed from 07:45 to 22:30.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Hotel NH Milano Palazzo Moscova, AC Hotel by Marriott Milano, Tocq Hotel.

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