The cheapest and fastest trains from Rapallo to Bologna
Cheapest price
£21
Average price
£21
Fastest journey
4 h 19 m
Average duration
4 h 37 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
168 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Rapallo to Bologna is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rapallo to Bologna will cost around £21 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £21.
Of the 3 trains that leave Rapallo for Bologna every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 168 km distance in an average of 4 h 37 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 19 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 1 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.






Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Rapallo to Bologna
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Rapallo to Bologna among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £15. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 28m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £15, and a train costs an average of £21.
Distance: 168 km
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£22 Average Price | £17 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 58m Average total duration Fastest 3h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 5m Average total duration 3h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Rapallo to Bologna train times
The table below shows live departures for Rapallo to Bologna trains for tomorrow, Tuesday 16 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 04:55 Rapallo | 4h30 | 09:25 Bologna | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 11:19 Rapallo | 5h01 | 16:20 Bologna | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Rapallo to Bologna
Trains from Rapallo to Bologna run on average 41 times per day, taking around 3h 28m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £21 but you can travel from only £15 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:28, the last at 22:55. The fastest train covers the 168 km distance in 4h 19m.
Distance 168 km |
Average train duration 3h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price £21 |
Trains per day 41 |
Fastest train 4h 19m |
First train 00:28 |
Last train 22:55 |
Train companies: Regionale, Intercity, Frecciargento, Intercity Notte, Frecciabianca, Frecciarossa from Rapallo to Bologna trainsRegionale, Intercity, Frecciargento, Intercity Notte, Frecciabianca, Frecciarossa trains will get you between Rapallo and Bologna from £15. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Regionale
Intercity
Frecciargento
Intercity Notte
Frecciabianca
Frecciarossa
FAQs: Rapallo to Bologna train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rapallo 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.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Rapallo and Bologna
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week. Access is available via Piazza delle Nazioni.
- Ristorante Monique
- Gran Caffe Rapallo
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €1
- Hotel Astoria
- Hotel Vesuvio
- Grand Hotel Bristol Resort & Spa
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-3 for regional and intercity trains
- Bus: Several lines available
- Ferry: Connections to nearby coastal towns
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00
- Free Wi-Fi.
- Luggage facility, open daily from 07:00 to 22:00, is located in front of binario 7 Ovest (Track 7 West).
- Burger King
- A Cafè
- VyTA Boulangerie
- Venchi
- Scambio
- Juice Bar
- KFC
- Dispensa Emilia
- Lavazza
- Mokà
- & more
- 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.
- Starhotels Excelsior
- Millenn Hotel Bologna
- UNA Hotels
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00
- Customer service center is on the ground floor and open every day from 06:30 to 23:00.
- Bus lines: 21, 25, 30, 36, 61, 62, 77, BLQ
- Monorail lines: Marconi Express
- Train lines: FR, FA, FB, IC, ICN, R, Italo, ÖBB EC, EN
- Free parking available near the station
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- Free of charge
- San Ruffillo House
- Hotel Il Guercino
- Hotel Porta San Mamolo
- The station has a simple layout with two platforms and a small waiting area.
- Bus: Several local bus lines available
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