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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 13 Oct
£3
Average ticket price on 13 Oct
£3
Fastest journey on 13 Oct
20 m
Average journey duration on 13 Oct
21 m
Trains on 13 Oct
33
Distance
20 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from San Giovanni in Persiceto to Bologna is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from San Giovanni in Persiceto to Bologna will cost around £3 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £3.
On Tue 13 Oct, we found 33 trains from San Giovanni in Persiceto to Bologna, including 33 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 20 km distance in an average of 21 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 20 m .
The slowest trains will take 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.
Regionale 16027
Regionale TTPER 17891
Regionale 16343
Regionale TTPER 17911
Regionale 3843
Regionale Veloce 3465
Regionale 3467
Regionale TTPER 17911
Regionale TTPER 17897
Regionale TTPER 17905Trains from San Giovanni in Persiceto to Bologna run on average 21 times per day, taking around 23m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £3 if you book in advance.
There are 21 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:05, the last at 23:46. The fastest train covers the 20 km distance in 19m.
Distance 20 km |
Average train duration 23m |
Cheapest ticket price £3 |
Trains per day 21 |
Direct trains 21 |
Fastest train 19m |
First train 5:05 |
Last train 23:46 |
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The table below shows live departures for San Giovanni in Persiceto to Bologna trains for today, Monday 12 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Regionale 3467 | 14:38 San Giovanni in Persiceto station | 0h20 | 14:58 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17899 | 15:05 San Giovanni in Persiceto station | 0h21 | 15:26 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 3841 | 15:40 San Giovanni in Persiceto station | 0h25 | 16:05 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17903 | 16:00 San Giovanni in Persiceto station | 0h24 | 16:24 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 16113 | 16:35 San Giovanni in Persiceto station | 0h23 | 16:58 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17905 | 17:05 San Giovanni in Persiceto station | 0h21 | 17:26 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 3843 | 17:40 San Giovanni in Persiceto station | 0h25 | 18:05 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17907 | 18:05 San Giovanni in Persiceto station | 0h21 | 18:26 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 16343 | 18:35 San Giovanni in Persiceto station | 0h26 | 19:01 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17911 | 19:05 San Giovanni in Persiceto station | 0h21 | 19:26 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3845 | 19:40 San Giovanni in Persiceto station | 0h25 | 20:05 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17913 | 20:05 San Giovanni in Persiceto station | 0h21 | 20:26 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17915 | 20:35 San Giovanni in Persiceto station | 0h24 | 20:59 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17919 | 21:05 San Giovanni in Persiceto station | 0h21 | 21:26 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17869 | 21:35 San Giovanni in Persiceto station | 0h24 | 21:59 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3847 | 22:21 San Giovanni in Persiceto station | 0h24 | 22:45 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17925 | 23:16 San Giovanni in Persiceto station | 0h22 | 23:38 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
| Tuesday 13 October | |||||
Regionale TTPER 17871 | 5:59 San Giovanni in Persiceto station | 0h23 | 6:22 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 16025 | 6:29 San Giovanni in Persiceto station | 0h24 | 6:53 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17873 | 7:04 San Giovanni in Persiceto station | 0h22 | 7:26 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 16027 | 7:16 San Giovanni in Persiceto station | 0h23 | 7:39 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17875 | 7:52 San Giovanni in Persiceto station | 0h24 | 8:16 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3461 | 8:17 San Giovanni in Persiceto station | 0h27 | 8:44 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17877 | 8:36 San Giovanni in Persiceto station | 0h23 | 8:59 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 17879 | 9:05 San Giovanni in Persiceto station | 0h24 | 9:29 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17881 | 9:36 San Giovanni in Persiceto station | 0h23 | 9:59 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17883 | 11:05 San Giovanni in Persiceto station | 0h21 | 11:26 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17885 | 11:36 San Giovanni in Persiceto station | 0h23 | 11:59 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17889 | 12:05 San Giovanni in Persiceto station | 0h21 | 12:26 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17891 | 12:36 San Giovanni in Persiceto station | 0h23 | 12:59 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17895 | 13:05 San Giovanni in Persiceto station | 0h21 | 13:26 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3465 | 13:38 San Giovanni in Persiceto station | 0h20 | 13:58 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17897 | 14:05 San Giovanni in Persiceto station | 0h21 | 14:26 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from San Giovanni in Persiceto 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 San Giovanni in Persiceto to Bologna trains use the S. Giovanni In Persiceto to Bologna Centrale station pair. Use this guide to compare San Giovanni in Persiceto and Bologna train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
S. Giovanni In Persiceto 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 Pizzeria La Piazzetta, Trattoria del Borgo
Free.
Ticket office support is available at S. Giovanni In Persiceto. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at S. Giovanni In Persiceto. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at S. Giovanni In Persiceto: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at S. Giovanni In Persiceto: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at S. Giovanni In Persiceto: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel San Giovanni, Hotel Persiceto.
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.
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