- 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 on 16 Oct
£27
Average ticket price on 16 Oct
£45
Fastest journey on 16 Oct
3 h 3 m
Average journey duration on 16 Oct
3 h 5 m
Trains on 16 Oct
46
Distance
324 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Pescara to Bologna is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Pescara to Bologna will cost around £45 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £27.
On Fri 16 Oct, we found 46 trains from Pescara to Bologna, including 18 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 324 km distance in an average of 3 h 5 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 3 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 5 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 4212 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3922
Regionale 4270 · Regionale Veloce 3932
Regionale 4216 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3926
Regionale 4220 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3930
Regionale 4210 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3918
FRECCIAROSSA 9806
FRECCIAROSSA 8816
FRECCIAROSSA 8818
FRECCIAROSSA 8824
FRECCIAROSSA 8830Trains from Pescara to Bologna run on average 43 times per day, taking around 3h 47m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £13 but you can travel from only £10 by coach.
There are 18 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:10, the last at 23:52. The fastest train covers the 324 km distance in 3h 3m.
Distance 324 km |
Average train duration 3h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price £13 |
Trains per day 43 |
Direct trains 18 |
Fastest train 3h 3m |
First train 0:10 |
Last train 23:52 |
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Best time to book 35 days |
The table below shows live departures for Pescara to Bologna trains for today, Thursday 15 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Regionale 4270 · Regionale Veloce 3932 | 18:17 Pescara | 5h04 | 23:21 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8830 | 19:10 Pescara | 3h05 | 22:15 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 19788 · Regionale 4190+ InterCityNotte 758 | 21:47 Pescara, Tribunale | 7h57 | 5:44 Bologna Centrale | 2 changes | |
Regionale 4190+ InterCityNotte 758 | 22:49 Pescara Porta Nuova | 6h55 | 5:44 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
| Friday 16 October | |||||
InterCityNotte 758 | 1:48 Pescara | 3h56 | 5:44 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9802 | 4:55 Pescara | 3h15 | 8:10 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 4200 · Regionale Veloce 3908 | 5:05 Pescara | 5h21 | 10:26 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8806 | 6:00 Pescara | 3h15 | 9:15 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 4170+ Intercity 604 | 6:36 Pescara Porta Nuova | 4h25 | 11:01 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale 4206 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3914 | 6:53 Pescara | 6h33 | 13:26 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Intercity 604 | 7:02 Pescara | 3h59 | 11:01 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 19772+ FRECCIAROSSA 8810 | 7:42 Pescara, Tribunale | 3h33 | 11:15 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale 19772+ FRECCIAROSSA 8810 | 7:45 Pescara Porta Nuova | 3h30 | 11:15 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8810 | 8:02 Pescara | 3h13 | 11:15 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 19658+ Intercity 606 | 8:36 Pescara, Tribunale | 4h24 | 13:00 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale 19658+ FRECCIAROSSA 9806 | 8:36 Pescara, Tribunale | 3h39 | 12:15 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale 19658+ Intercity 606 | 8:41 Pescara Porta Nuova | 4h19 | 13:00 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale 19658+ FRECCIAROSSA 9806 | 8:41 Pescara Porta Nuova | 3h34 | 12:15 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Intercity 606 | 9:02 Pescara | 3h58 | 13:00 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9806 | 9:12 Pescara | 3h03 | 12:15 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 4176+ FRECCIAROSSA 8814 | 9:57 Pescara Porta Nuova | 3h18 | 13:15 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale 4176 · Regionale 4210 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3918 | 9:57 Pescara Porta Nuova | 5h29 | 15:26 Bologna Centrale | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8814 | 10:10 Pescara | 3h05 | 13:15 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 4210 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3918 | 10:15 Pescara | 5h11 | 15:26 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale 23884+ Intercity 608 | 10:23 Pescara Porta Nuova | 4h37 | 15:00 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale 19776+ FRECCIAROSSA 8816 | 10:47 Pescara, Tribunale | 3h28 | 14:15 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale 19776+ FRECCIAROSSA 8816 | 10:50 Pescara Porta Nuova | 3h25 | 14:15 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Intercity 608 | 11:02 Pescara | 3h58 | 15:00 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8816 | 11:10 Pescara | 3h05 | 14:15 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 4178+ FRECCIAROSSA 8818 | 11:41 Pescara Porta Nuova | 3h34 | 15:15 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale 4178 · Regionale 4212 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3922 | 11:41 Pescara Porta Nuova | 5h45 | 17:26 Bologna Centrale | 2 changes | |
Regionale 4212 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3922 | 11:58 Pescara | 5h28 | 17:26 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8818 | 12:10 Pescara | 3h05 | 15:15 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Intercity 610 | 13:02 Pescara | 3h58 | 17:00 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 19670+ FRECCIAROSSA 8824 | 13:17 Pescara, Tribunale | 3h58 | 17:15 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale 19670+ FRECCIAROSSA 8824 | 13:20 Pescara Porta Nuova | 3h55 | 17:15 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8824 | 14:10 Pescara | 3h05 | 17:15 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 4216 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3926 | 14:15 Pescara | 5h11 | 19:26 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale 19672+ Intercity 612 | 14:40 Pescara Porta Nuova | 4h21 | 19:01 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Intercity 612 | 15:02 Pescara | 3h59 | 19:01 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 4220 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3930 | 16:02 Pescara | 5h24 | 21:26 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9808 | 16:10 Pescara | 3h05 | 19:15 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 19782+ FRECCIAROSSA 8828 | 16:47 Pescara, Tribunale | 3h28 | 20:15 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale 19782+ FRECCIAROSSA 8828 | 16:50 Pescara Porta Nuova | 3h25 | 20:15 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Intercity 614 | 17:02 Pescara | 3h58 | 21:00 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8828 | 17:10 Pescara | 3h05 | 20:15 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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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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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Pescara 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 Pescara to Bologna trains use the Pescara Centrale to Bologna Centrale station pair, with some services arriving at Bologna, Aeroporto. Use this guide to compare Pescara and Bologna train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Pescara Centrale has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Ristorante La Barcaccia, Trattoria del Mare
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Pescara Centrale. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Pescara Centrale. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Pescara Centrale: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Pescara Centrale: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Pescara Centrale: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Carlton, B&B Hotel Pescara, Hotel Ambra Palace.
Pescara is 1 km from Pescara city centre. Check local transport options before travel.
Pescara has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Pescara.
Pescara Porta Nuova has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Ristorante La Barcaccia, Trattoria del Mare
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Pescara Porta Nuova. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Available at Pescara Porta Nuova: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Pescara Porta Nuova: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Pescara Porta Nuova: Ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Salus, Hotel Regent, Hotel Carlton.
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, 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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