Explore Rome to Bologna San Vitale by rail

Getting ready for a trip from Rome to Bologna San Vitale aboard a local train? Here’s what you need to know — including departure times, fastest routes and ticket prices — about the trip.

Train cost for travel between Rome and Bologna San Vitale

The first thing many travellers ask before booking a trip is: 'How much will it cost?' While train travel combines comfort and cost, the price of a ticket depends on a few things.

For starters, how early you book your trip comes into play with the price tag. For this specific route, the cheapest fare is AU$123.08, but can go to when purchased thirty days before your train departs, and when locked in seven days before. Don’t wait until the last minute to plan your trip. Instead, you can book these tickets 4 months in advance.

Cheap train tickets with slower trains

Another factor that comes into play when it comes to ticket price is speed. Let us explain. Many travellers automatically opt for the high-speed train option because faster is always better, right? Not necessarily. As experienced train travellers ourselves, the Rail Europe team often chooses to go for the slower trains for a number of reasons, including the fact that these trains often:

  • Allow for more time to take in the city scapes and countrysides

  • Set a more leisurely pace to better soak up the travel experience

  • Stop in areas that are less-travelled, offering a more unique journey

  • Are less-crowded than their high-speed counterparts

  • Are an even greener travel option than high speed

  • Are the cheapest train tickets you can find

Whether you choose to go with a low-, medium- or high-speed train, Rail Europe compiles all train options so you can choose by cost, speed, timing and operator to find the best fit for your travels.

Rome to Bologna San Vitale train times

Prepare for your journey with the following departure details. The earliest train running Monday through Friday from Rome to Bologna San Vitale is at 05:35 and the last is at 23:50. The first train scheduled on Saturdays and Sundays is at 06:20 and the last one is at 23:50. You can expect 32 trains making this journey each day, with trains departing every 22 minutes.

Average train travel time from Rome to Bologna San Vitale

The quickest time by train is 2 hours and 11 minutes, travelling a total distance of 301 kilometres.

How far in advance can you reserve train tickets between Rome and Bologna San Vitale?

You can secure tickets for travel between Rome and Bologna San Vitale up to 4 months in advance. The earlier you book, the better the fares.

Making the most of your Rome to Bologna San Vitale travels

To ensure the smoothest of train journey, check out our vast help articles. To start planning your holiday and to find travel inspiration, check out our city guide: Bologna San Vitale.

Frequently asked questions

What is the distance by train from Rome to Bologna San Vitale?

The total distance between Rome and Bologna San Vitale is 301 kilometres.

What is the Rome to Bologna San Vitale train price?

The lowest price available on this route is AU$123.08. Tickets booked 30 days in advance are priced around . Booking 7 days before departure ensures that prices are usually around .

When can tickets be purchased for trains travelling from Rome to Bologna San Vitale?

You can book your tickets 4 months in advance for this route.

What’s the travel time from Rome to Bologna San Vitale by train?

The fastest journey is 2 hours and 11 minutes.