Monza to Bologna train with Regionale

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Monza to Bologna

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 18 Sept

Cheapest price on 18 Sept

£18

Average ticket price on 18 Sept

£18

Fastest journey on 18 Sept

2 h 47 m

Average journey duration on 18 Sept

3 h 10 m

Trains on 18 Sept

36

Distance

202 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Monza to Bologna is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Monza to Bologna will cost around £18 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £18.

Fast trains

To travel from Monza to Bologna you need to make at least one change.

  • RegionaleAutobus TRENORD 2722A · S9 TRENORD 24921 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 2455
    6:183h55
    Monza Sobborghi
    10:13Bologna Centrale
    £181One-way
    2 changes
  • RegionaleRegionale TRENORD 2827 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 2471
    14:273h43
    Monza station
    18:10Bologna Centrale
    £181One-way
    1 change
  • RegionaleS7 TRENORD 24782 · S9 TRENORD 24945 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 2467
    12:213h49
    Monza Sobborghi
    16:10Bologna Centrale
    £181One-way
    2 changes
  • RegionaleS7 TRENORD 24786 · S9 TRENORD 24953 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 2471
    14:213h49
    Monza Sobborghi
    18:10Bologna Centrale
    £181One-way
    2 changes
  • RegionaleS8 TRENORD 24869 · Regionale TRENORD 10897 · Regionale TTPER 3943
    18:523h35
    Monza station
    22:27Bologna Centrale
    £181One-way
    2 changes

Travel Information

Compare coach, train and flight for Monza to Bologna

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Monza to Bologna among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £18 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 30m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £18, while a flight costs an average of £499.

Distance: 202 km

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Train
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Driving

£18

Average Price

Cheapest

£499

Average Price

£73

Average Price

£51

Average Price

(fuel + tolls)

3h 30m

Average total duration

Fastest

3h 0m

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30m

Additional time*

5h 25m

Average total duration

3h 25m

Onboard

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2h 0m

Additional time*

3h 32m

Average total duration

3h 2m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

2h 32m

Average total duration

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Direct Options

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Direct Options

Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Monza to Bologna is a train with an average price of £18.

This is compared to other travel options from Monza to Bologna:

A train is £55 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Monza to Bologna costing on average £73.

A train is £481 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Monza to Bologna costing on average £499.

The fastest way to travel from Monza to Bologna is by train with an average journey time of 3h 0m.

Other travel options to Bologna take longer:

Coach takes on average 3h 2m.

Flight takes on average 3h 25m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Monza and Bologna including taking a coach, train and flight.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around £18 compared to roughly £51 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £33. The journey takes 3h 0m versus 2h 32m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.

Direct services run with Italo.

Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.

Live departures

Monza to Bologna train times

The table below shows live departures for Monza to Bologna trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
RegionaleS9 TRENORD 24957 · Regionale TTPER 2473 · Regionale TTPER 1741915:46 Monza station
3h24
19:10 Bologna Centrale2 changes
RegionaleAutobus TRENORD 1760A · S9 TRENORD 24961 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 247516:26 Monza Sobborghi
3h50
20:16 Bologna Centrale2 changes
RegionaleRegionale TRENORD 2831 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 247516:27 Monza station
3h49
20:16 Bologna Centrale1 change
RegionaleS9 TRENORD 24961 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 247516:46 Monza station
3h30
20:16 Bologna Centrale1 change
RegionaleS8 TRENORD 24861 · Regionale TRENORD 10893 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 247516:52 Monza station
3h24
20:16 Bologna Centrale2 changes
RegionaleS8 TRENORD 24861 · Regionale TRENORD 10893 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 393916:52 Monza station
3h33
20:25 Bologna Centrale2 changes
RegionaleS7 TRENORD 24792 · S9 TRENORD 24965 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 247717:21 Monza Sobborghi
3h44
21:05 Bologna Centrale2 changes
RegionaleS9 TRENORD 24965 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 247717:46 Monza station
3h19
21:05 Bologna Centrale1 change
RegionaleS8 TRENORD 24865 · Regionale TRENORD 10895 · Regionale TTPER 209117:52 Monza station
3h33
21:25 Bologna Centrale2 changes
RegionaleS7 TRENORD 24794 · S9 TRENORD 24969 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 247918:21 Monza Sobborghi
3h49
22:10 Bologna Centrale2 changes
RegionaleRegionale TRENORD 2835 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 247918:27 Monza station
3h43
22:10 Bologna Centrale1 change
RegionaleS9 TRENORD 24969 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 247918:46 Monza station
3h24
22:10 Bologna Centrale1 change
RegionaleS8 TRENORD 24869 · Regionale TRENORD 10897 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 247918:52 Monza station
3h18
22:10 Bologna Centrale2 changes
RegionaleS8 TRENORD 24869 · Regionale TRENORD 10897 · Regionale TTPER 394318:52 Monza station
3h35
22:27 Bologna Centrale2 changes
RegionaleS7 TRENORD 24796 · Regionale TRENORD 10883 · Regionale TTPER 394519:21 Monza Sobborghi
4h07
23:28 Bologna Centrale2 changes
RegionaleS8 TRENORD 24873 · Regionale TRENORD 10883 · Regionale TTPER 394519:52 Monza station
3h36
23:28 Bologna Centrale2 changes
RegionaleS7 TRENORD 24798 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 248520:21 Monza Sobborghi
4h12
0:33 Bologna Centrale1 change
RegionaleAutobus TRENORD 2778A · S9 TRENORD 24981 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 248521:05 Monza Sobborghi
3h28
0:33 Bologna Centrale2 changes
RegionaleS9 TRENORD 24981 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 248521:46 Monza station
2h47
0:33 Bologna Centrale1 change
Friday 18 September
RegionaleAutobus TRENORD 2722A · S9 TRENORD 24921 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 24556:18 Monza Sobborghi
3h55
10:13 Bologna Centrale2 changes
RegionaleRegionale TRENORD 2811 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 24556:27 Monza station
3h46
10:13 Bologna Centrale1 change
RegionaleS9 TRENORD 24921 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 24556:46 Monza station
3h27
10:13 Bologna Centrale1 change
RegionaleS8 TRENORD 24821 · Regionale TRENORD 10855 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 39116:52 Monza station
3h33
10:25 Bologna Centrale2 changes
RegionaleS8 TRENORD 24821 · Regionale TRENORD 10855 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 24556:52 Monza station
3h21
10:13 Bologna Centrale2 changes
RegionaleRegionale TRENORD 2855 · Regionale TTPER 2457 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 39157:57 Monza station
3h28
11:25 Bologna Centrale2 changes
RegionaleS7 TRENORD 24702 · Regionale TRENORD 25203 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 24598:21 Monza Sobborghi
3h49
12:10 Bologna Centrale2 changes
RegionaleRegionale TRENORD 2857 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 24598:55 Monza station
3h15
12:10 Bologna Centrale1 change
RegionaleS7 TRENORD 24706 · S9 TRENORD 24937 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 246310:21 Monza Sobborghi
3h49
14:10 Bologna Centrale2 changes
RegionaleS9 TRENORD 24937 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 246310:46 Monza station
3h24
14:10 Bologna Centrale1 change
RegionaleRegionale TRENORD 2863 · Regionale TTPER 2465 · Regionale TTPER 1741511:57 Monza station
3h13
15:10 Bologna Centrale2 changes
RegionaleS7 TRENORD 24782 · S9 TRENORD 24945 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 246712:21 Monza Sobborghi
3h49
16:10 Bologna Centrale2 changes
RegionaleS9 TRENORD 24945 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 246712:46 Monza station
3h24
16:10 Bologna Centrale1 change
RegionaleS9 TRENORD 24949 · Regionale TRENORD 2629 · Regionale 384313:46 Monza station
4h19
18:05 Bologna Centrale2 changes
RegionaleS7 TRENORD 24786 · S9 TRENORD 24953 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 247114:21 Monza Sobborghi
3h49
18:10 Bologna Centrale2 changes
RegionaleRegionale TRENORD 2827 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 247114:27 Monza station
3h43
18:10 Bologna Centrale1 change
RegionaleS9 TRENORD 24953 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 247114:46 Monza station
3h24
18:10 Bologna Centrale1 change

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Monza to Bologna

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Trains from Monza to Bologna run on average 33 times per day, taking around 3h 0m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £17 but you can travel from only £3 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 00:32, the last at 23:06. The fastest train covers the 202 km distance in 1h 4m.

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 £3
Distance
202 km
Average train duration
3h 0m
Cheapest ticket price
£17
Trains per day
33
Fastest train
1h 4m
First train
0:32
Last train
23:06
Cheapest Month
Apr
Cheapest Day
Sat
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Thu
Least Busy Day
Mon
Best time to book
42 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 £3

Train companies: Regionale, Italo, Trenord from Monza to Bologna trainsRegionale, Italo, Trenord trains will get you between Monza and Bologna from £3. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

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 59m
Cheapest Regionale Price
£18
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

What's included in each class

Compare Regionale classes and the amenities included in each one.

1st Class
  • Power plugs
  • Wide seats
  • Food available
  • Extra legroom
2nd Class
  • Power plugs
  • Food available

Italo

About
Italo is Italy’s private high-speed train service operated by Nuovo Trasporto Viaggiatori (NTV), connecting major cities such as Rome, Milan, Naples, Florence, Turin, Bologna, and Salerno. Its fleet includes the Italo AGV 575, capable of speeds up to 186 mph (300 km/h), and the eco-friendly Italo EVO, which reaches up to 150 mph (250 km/h). Passengers can choose from four classes — Smart, Comfort, Prima, and Club Executive — all offering modern amenities such as free Wi-Fi, power outlets, reclining leather seats, footrests, bathrooms, snack machines, and Italo Live entertainment with movies, music, and games. Italo offers three fare types — Low Cost, Economy, and Flex — providing different levels of price and flexibility. Popular routes include Rome–Milan, Rome–Florence, and Milan–Turin, making Italo a fast, comfortable, and convenient way to travel around Italy.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Italo Duration
1h 4m
Cheapest Italo Price
£15
Luggage included
2 pieces of hand luggage (max 55x35x25cm) and 1 piece of luggage (max 75x53x30cm)
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas between seats
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation possible according to ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled trains
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Snack bar service available in most trains with drinks and light refreshments. Welcome service in Prima and Club Executive classes
Seat reservation
Included in Prima and Club Executive. Optional extra cost in Smart and Comfort
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. Guide dogs travel free
Quiet zone

What's included in each class

Compare Italo classes and the amenities included in each one.

Club Executive
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Power plugs
  • Wide seats
  • Extra legroom
  • Priority boarding
  • Free meal
  • Air-conditioned
  • Lounge Access
Comfort
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Power plugs
  • Free drinks
  • Wide seats
  • Extra legroom
Prima Business
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Power plugs
  • Wide seats
  • Extra legroom
  • Priority boarding
  • Meals to buy
  • Free Snacks
  • Air-conditioned
Salotto
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Power plugs
  • Wide seats
  • Extra legroom
  • Priority boarding
  • Free meal
  • Air-conditioned
  • Lounge Access
Smart
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Power plugs
  • Snacks to buy
  • Air-conditioned

Trenord

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Trenord Duration
1h 37m
Cheapest Trenord Price
£43
Trenord frequency
12 a day

What's included in each class

Compare Trenord classes and the amenities included in each one.

2nd Class
  • Power plugs

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Things to do in Bologna

Discover the best of Bologna — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Bologna trip today.

  • 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.

  • Recommended

MAMbo - Museo d'Arte Moderna di Bologna

Bologna’s modern and contemporary art museum presents rotating exhibitions and a compact permanent collection in a converted industrial space.

  • Recommended

Museo del Patrimonio Industriale

An engaging museum on Bologna’s industrial and social history, with working models, scientific instruments, and practical displays for curious visitors.

Euro (€)

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.

Average meal costs

Budget
€8-12 for fast food or street food.
Mid-range
€20-35 per person for a meal.
Fine dining
€60+ per person for upscale restaurants.
Coffee
€1.50-3 for coffee or cappuccino.

Tipping culture

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.

FAQs: Monza to Bologna train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Monza 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.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Monza to Bologna can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £17, while the average price tends to be around £18.
The train journey from Monza to Bologna covers a distance of 202 km and takes approximately 1h 4m. Trains run 33 per day.
The train distance from Monza to Bologna is 202 km.
The first train from Monza to Bologna leaves at 0:32.
The last train from Monza to Bologna departs at 23:06.
Trains from Monza to Bologna run approximately 33 times per day.
Yes, there is a high-speed train service from Monza to Bologna.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Monza to Bologna.
To get from Monza to Bologna, you can choose from several travel options including coach, train and flight.
There is no night train service from Monza to Bologna.
The train station in Monza that goes to Bologna is Monza station, and it arrives at Bologna Centrale.
The cheapest way to get from Monza to Bologna is by coach, costing approximately £3.
Booking trains from Monza to Bologna in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Monza to Bologna offers some scenic views, particularly as it passes through the rolling hills and picturesque countryside of the Emilia-Romagna region, although much of the route is also urban or industrial.
Yes, a day trip from Monza to Bologna is feasible with a travel duration of 1h 4m and a distance of 202 km. There are 33 train trips per day, making it convenient to plan your journey.
In Bologna, you can explore Piazza Maggiore, a lively central square surrounded by historic buildings and cafes. Climb the Two Towers for panoramic city views, and visit the Basilica di San Petronio to admire its impressive architecture and art. Discover the Archiginnasio of Bologna, a historic university building known for its stunning anatomical theatre. Don't miss the Mercato di Mezzo for local delicacies, and visit Santo Stefano, a complex of religious buildings known as the Seven Churches with unique architectural features.
Three days in Bologna is typically sufficient to explore its historic centre, savour local cuisine, and visit key attractions such as Piazza Maggiore, the Two Towers, and the Basilica of San Petronio.
Yes, you can take the train from Monza to Bologna.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Monza and Bologna

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

Departure train stations in Monza
Arrival train stations in Bologna

Which Monza station do trains to Bologna leave from?

Trains from Monza to Bologna leave from Monza. The station is 1 km from Monza city centre at Piazza Castello, 20900 Monza MB, Italy.
MonzaPiazza Castello, 20900 Monza MB, Italy+39 039 323 333WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts
City-centre transport

Getting to Monza from Monza city centre

BusZ204, Z208 · 3m · £2 · every ~10 min

Monza train station facilities and services

Monza 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 and drink

Food options include: Ristorante Derby Grill, Trattoria Caprese

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free. ATMs are available in the train station.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Monza. Information desks are located in the main hall.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is available at Monza. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Monza: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Monza: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Monza: Ramps, restrooms.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Hotel Royal Falcone, Hotel de la Ville Monza, Helios Hotel.

Monza Sobborghi20900 Monza, Province of Monza and Brianza, ItalyParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelBike ParkingBike RentalCar Rental
City-centre transport

Getting to Monza Sobborghi from Monza city centre

TrainS7 · 3m · £2 · every ~3 min

Monza Sobborghi train station facilities and services

Monza Sobborghi has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Monza Sobborghi.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

ATMs are available at Monza Sobborghi.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Monza Sobborghi: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Monza Sobborghi: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Monza Sobborghi.

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