Trains from Genoa to Bologna

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  • Lowest price from $26.78
  • Average duration 3h 20m
  • Connections per day 52
  • Distance 191 km
  • CO₂ per person 3 kg

train from Genoa to Bologna

The journey from Genoa to Bologna is about 191 km. On average a train trip takes 3h 20m with 52 connections per day.

Lowest price $26.78
Trip duration 3h 20m
Connections per day 52
Lowest price $26.78
Highest price $98.43
First departure 05:46 AM
Last departure 09:22 PM
Distance 191 km
Departure Genoa
Arrival Bologna
Travel operator Italo, Frecciarossa
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Italo13.37 kg CO₂
06:04Genova - Brignole
3h 15m
10:54Bologna Central Station
$66.70
1 changes

Next departures from Genoa to Bologna

Sample times and fares for the coming days — book to confirm availability and price.

Regionale Veloce $69.09
05:46 Genoa, Piazza Principe
2h 58m · 1 changes
09:04 Bologna Central Station
Regionale Veloce $26.78
05:46 Genoa, Piazza Principe
3h 20m · 1 changes
09:25 Bologna Central Station
Italo $66.70
06:04 Genova - Brignole
3h 15m · 1 changes
10:54 Bologna Central Station
Italo $66.70
06:11 Genoa, Piazza Principe
3h 8m · 1 changes
10:54 Bologna Central Station
Regionale Veloce $33.91
06:44 Genoa, Piazza Principe
3h 13m · 2 changes
10:25 Bologna Central Station
DB - Intercity $81.84
06:44 Genoa, Piazza Principe
2h 30m · 1 changes
09:24 Bologna Central Station
Frecciarossa $77.72
07:05 Genoa, Piazza Principe
2h 36m · 1 changes
10:04 Bologna Central Station
DB - Intercity $69.93
07:19 Genoa, Piazza Principe
2h 34m · 1 changes
10:09 Bologna Central Station
Regionale Veloce $31.29
07:50 Genoa, Piazza Principe
4h 8m · 1 changes
12:10 Bologna Central Station
DB - Intercity $47.49
07:50 Genoa, Piazza Principe
3h 49m · 1 changes
11:56 Bologna Central Station
Regionale Veloce $63.52
07:50 Genoa, Piazza Principe
2h 56m · 1 changes
11:04 Bologna Central Station
DB - Intercity $69.26
08:19 Genoa, Piazza Principe
2h 30m · 2 changes
11:09 Bologna Central Station
DB - Intercity $77.39
08:19 Genoa, Piazza Principe
2h 52m · 1 changes
12:04 Bologna Central Station
DB - Intercity $77.39
09:18 Genoa, Piazza Principe
2h 51m · 1 changes
12:34 Bologna Central Station
DB - Intercity $98.43
09:18 Genoa, Piazza Principe
2h 37m · 2 changes
12:24 Bologna Central Station
Regionale Veloce $26.78
11:14 Genoa, Piazza Principe
4h 6m · 1 changes
15:25 Bologna Central Station
DB - Intercity $80.62
11:19 Genoa, Piazza Principe
2h 36m · 2 changes
14:24 Bologna Central Station
DB - Intercity $81.84
11:19 Genoa, Piazza Principe
2h 48m · 1 changes
14:42 Bologna Central Station
Regionale Veloce $79.17
12:14 Genoa, Piazza Principe
2h 59m · 1 changes
15:24 Bologna Central Station
Frecciarossa $85.85
12:19 Genoa, Piazza Principe
2h 33m · 2 changes
15:24 Bologna Central Station
DB - Intercity $77.39
12:19 Genoa, Piazza Principe
2h 45m · 1 changes
15:34 Bologna Central Station
DB - Intercity $55.67
12:19 Genoa, Piazza Principe
4h 28m · 1 changes
17:52 Bologna Central Station
DB - Intercity $36.69
12:24 Genoa, Piazza Principe
4h 20m · 2 changes
17:39 Bologna S. Ruffillo
DB - Intercity $54.45
13:19 Genoa, Piazza Principe
4h 3m · 2 changes
17:52 Bologna Central Station
DB - Intercity $76.16
13:19 Genoa, Piazza Principe
2h 30m · 2 changes
16:09 Bologna Central Station
Regionale Veloce $31.29
13:44 Genoa, Piazza Principe
4h 14m · 1 changes
18:10 Bologna Central Station
Regionale Veloce $69.09
13:44 Genoa, Piazza Principe
2h 31m · 1 changes
16:34 Bologna Central Station
DB - Intercity $41.98
14:19 Genoa, Piazza Principe
4h 21m · 2 changes
19:10 Bologna Central Station
DB - Intercity $81.84
14:19 Genoa, Piazza Principe
2h 47m · 1 changes
18:04 Bologna Central Station
DB - Intercity $69.26
14:19 Genoa, Piazza Principe
2h 30m · 2 changes
17:09 Bologna Central Station
Frecciabianca $76.05
15:02 Genoa, Piazza Principe
3h 32m · 2 changes
18:58 Bologna Central Station
Regionale Veloce $31.29
15:44 Genoa, Piazza Principe
4h 20m · 1 changes
20:16 Bologna Central Station
DB - Intercity $47.49
15:44 Genoa, Piazza Principe
3h 39m · 1 changes
20:02 Bologna Central Station
Regionale Veloce $73.66
15:44 Genoa, Piazza Principe
3h · 1 changes
19:04 Bologna Central Station
Regionale Veloce $30.51
16:14 Genoa, Piazza Principe
4h 35m · 1 changes
21:05 Bologna Central Station
Regionale Veloce $79.17
16:14 Genoa, Piazza Principe
2h 59m · 1 changes
19:24 Bologna Central Station
DB - Intercity $77.39
16:19 Genoa, Piazza Principe
2h 45m · 1 changes
19:34 Bologna Central Station
Regionale Veloce $43.76
16:19 Genoa, Piazza Principe
4h 31m · 1 changes
21:05 Bologna Central Station
Regionale Veloce $80.34
16:27 Genoa, Piazza Principe
2h 41m · 2 changes
19:24 Bologna Central Station
Regionale Veloce $31.29
16:27 Genoa, Piazza Principe
4h 17m · 2 changes
21:05 Bologna Central Station
Regionale Veloce $26.78
17:14 Genoa, Piazza Principe
4h 11m · direct
21:25 Bologna Central Station
DB - Intercity $87.30
17:19 Genoa, Piazza Principe
2h 30m · 2 changes
20:09 Bologna Central Station
Regionale Veloce $33.91
17:19 Genoa, Piazza Principe
3h 30m · 2 changes
21:05 Bologna Central Station
Regionale Veloce $26.78
17:44 Genoa, Piazza Principe
3h 25m · 1 changes
21:25 Bologna Central Station
DB - Intercity $69.93
18:18 Genoa, Piazza Principe
2h 35m · 1 changes
21:24 Bologna Central Station
$55.67
18:18 Genoa, Piazza Principe
4h 7m · 1 changes
23:35 Bologna Central Station
$55.67
19:22 Genoa, Piazza Principe
3h 59m · 1 changes
00:06 Bologna Central Station
DB - Intercity $66.59
19:22 Genoa, Piazza Principe
2h 57m · 1 changes
22:34 Bologna Central Station
Regionale Veloce $37.08
19:28 Genoa, Piazza Principe
4h 16m · 2 changes
00:06 Bologna Central Station
Regionale Veloce $31.29
20:35 Genoa, Piazza Principe
3h 40m · 1 changes
00:33 Bologna Central Station
$42.87
21:22 Genoa, Piazza Principe
2h 48m · 1 changes
00:22 Bologna Central Station
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Carriers on this route

Learn more about carriers on this route.

Frecciabianca, operated by Trenitalia, Italy's national railway company, is a high-speed train service that links prominent cities and towns in Italy, such as Milan, Venice, Bologna, Florence, Rome, and Lecce. Operating at a top speed of 200 km/h, Frecciabianca trains provide passengers with first and second-class seating choices. This service belongs to the Frecciarossa family of high-speed trains in Italy.
Frecciarossa, operated by Trenitalia, the national railway company, is a renowned high-speed train service in Italy. FRECCIAROSSA trains, reaching speeds of up to 300 km/h, connect major cities including Rome, Milan, Naples, Florence, and Turin.
Italo, a subsidiary of the Italian railway company Nuovo Trasporto Viaggiatori (NTV), operates a high-speed train service throughout Italy. The 2012 launch of Italo trains, which are both conventional and high-speed, provides travelers with speedy and comfortable travel across Italy. The 300 km/h speed ensures regular and comfortable transportation to major cities like Rome, Naples, Florence, and Milan.
Trenitalia's regional train service primarily serves to connect smaller towns and cities within Italy's regions, providing an essential link for daily commuters and local travelers.

Ticket types and services from Genoa to Bologna

Compare different ticket types and on-board services for the journey from Genoa to Bologna.

Second Class

In Frecciabianca's Second Class, you'll enjoy your journey with adjustable seats arranged in rows of four (2+2), foldable tables, reading lights, and ample luggage space. If you get hungry during your journey, don't forget to grab a bite from the FrecciaBistrò cafe-bar!
  • Power sockets
  • Luggage
  • Accessibility
  • Food and drink
  • Air conditioning
  • Bicycle

First Class

In Frecciabianca's First Class, you'll find seats that are more spacious compared to the second class. Plus, you can pamper yourself right from the start of your trip with a welcome drink, snack, and newspapers.
  • Power sockets
  • Luggage
  • Accessibility
  • Food and drink
  • Air conditioning
  • Bicycle

Standard

Standard is the basic level of service and includes a comfortable seat and access to basic onboard services. Coaches 5-8 are for the Standard level with seats covered in gray eco-leather.
  • Wi-Fi
  • Power sockets
  • Luggage
  • Accessibility
  • Food and drink
  • Air conditioning
  • Bicycle

Premium

Premium service includes a wider seat, more legroom, and access to additional amenities such as a welcome drink and a choice of newspapers. Coach 4 on the Frecciarossa 1000 train is reserved for the Premium level.
  • Wi-Fi
  • Power sockets
  • Luggage
  • Accessibility
  • Food and drink
  • Air conditioning
  • Bicycle

Executive

Executive is the highest level of service and includes all of the amenities of the Business level, as well as a personal entertainment system, and gourmet meals served by a dedicated onboard chef.
  • Wi-Fi
  • Power sockets
  • Luggage
  • Accessibility
  • Food and drink
  • Air conditioning
  • Bicycle

Business

Business service is designed for business travelers and includes all of the amenities of the Premium level, as well as access to a dedicated Business Lounge and priority boarding. Coaches 2 and 3 of Frecciarossa 1000 are reserved for the Business level of service.
  • Wi-Fi
  • Quiet zone
  • Power sockets
  • Luggage
  • Accessibility
  • Food and drink
  • Air conditioning
  • Bicycle

Smart

With the Smart ambiance, experience all the comforts and services of Italo at an affordable price.
  • Wi-Fi
  • Power sockets
  • Luggage
  • Accessibility
  • Food and drink
  • Air conditioning

Prima

Experience the best of Italo with the Prima ambiance, providing you with maximum comfort and top-notch services for your entire journey.
  • Wi-Fi
  • Power sockets
  • Luggage
  • Accessibility
  • Food and drink
  • Air conditioning

Club Executive

For an even more luxurious and relaxing trip, opt for the Club Ambiance. Here, you'll delight in ultimate comfort and pampering with spacious individual seating arrangements.
  • Wi-Fi
  • Power sockets
  • Luggage
  • Accessibility
  • Food and drink
  • Air conditioning

Second Class

On Trenitalia's regional trains, you can enjoy a journey with basic amenities while taking in the scenic views. On some regional trains, you might occasionally find the option of a first-class ticket.
  • Luggage
  • Accessibility
  • Air conditioning
  • Bicycle

Facility description

Learn more about the services available on board each carrier on this route.

Facilities Description
Wi-Fi
Currently, Frecciabianca trains don't have an onboard entertainment portal. But, you can use your own data.
Power sockets
Every seat comes with its power socket to keep your devices charged.
Luggage
On Frecciabianca trains, you won't face any restrictions on the amount of luggage you can bring on board. You can easily stow small bags and items in overhead racks or under your seat, while larger suitcases can be placed in the luggage racks situated in the compartments or close to the exterior doors.
Accessibility
Special assistance is a call away for those who require it. Dial the toll-free 800 90 60 60 from Italian landlines or the international number +3902323232 from any phone, including from abroad.
Food and drink
You can visit the FrecciaBistrò café-bar for a selection of snacks and meals. Additionally, through the Portale FRECCE portal, you can conveniently order from your seat. Bringing your own refreshments is also an option.
Air conditioning
No matter the weather outside, stay comfortably cool with onboard air-conditioning.
Bicycle
Folding bikes are allowed as hand luggage, while non-folding bikes need to be disassembled and placed in travel cases shown to the conductor or platform staff before boarding, and stowed in a specific part of the train.
Wi-Fi
On Frecciarossa trains, free WiFi is available. Use their Portale FRECCE service to watch movies, TV, and catch up on news. It also provides travel updates and additional booking options.
Quiet zone
Seek serenity? Frecciarossa offers designated quiet zones for Business Class to ensure a peaceful journey, free from distractions.
Power sockets
No matter the model – be it ETR 500, ETR 600, ETR 700, or ETR 1000 – every seat comes with its power socket to keep your devices charged.
Luggage
On Frecciarossa trains, you won't face any restrictions on the amount of luggage you can bring on board. You can easily stow small bags and items in overhead racks or under your seat, while larger suitcases can be placed in the luggage racks situated in the compartments or close to the exterior doors.
Accessibility
Special assistance is a call away for those who require it. Dial the toll-free 800 90 60 60 from Italian landlines or the international number +3902323232 from any phone, including from abroad.
Food and drink
Satiate your hunger at the FrecciaBistrò, stationed at the train's center. Or, for added convenience, order directly to your seat through the Portale FRECCE's EasyBistrò. Premium and Business Class travelers receive complimentary snacks and drinks, while Executive Class passengers delight in gourmet meals curated by chef Carlo Cracc.
Air conditioning
No matter the weather outside, stay comfortably cool with onboard air-conditioning.
Bicycle
Folding bikes are allowed as hand luggage, while non-folding bikes need to be disassembled and placed in travel cases shown to the conductor or platform staff before boarding, and stowed in a specific part of the train.
Wi-Fi
Italo trains come equipped with free WiFi and the ItaloLive entertainment portal, featuring an array of movies, shows, news, and more.
Power sockets
All Italo trains provide power sockets at each seat.
Luggage
Your train ticket comes with a luggage allowance, which you need to store in specified areas on Italo trains. In Smart ambience coaches, there's a size limit, so ensure your luggage doesn't exceed 75 x 53 x 30 cm. Adhering to these guidelines helps you avoid any penalties.
Accessibility
For travelers with reduced mobility, Italo trains have priority seating located near an accessible restroom, which includes tactile and Braille signage.
Food and drink
On Italo trains, while there's no dedicated dining carriage, vending machines in Coaches 3 and 7 (AGV trains) or Coaches 3 and 6 (EVO trains) offer snacks and drinks. Prima Ambience passengers receive a complimentary Welcome Service with a variety of snacks and beverages served at their seat. For an even more luxurious experience, Club Executive Ambience travelers enjoy an exclusive onboard catering service with espresso, pastries, and drinks delivered by attentive staff.
Air conditioning
All Italo trains are equipped with air-conditioning.
Bicycle
Prams, pushchairs, and folding bicycles are considered standard luggage and should be stored in designated spaces on Italo trains. Oversized luggage and standard bicycles are not allowed. We recommend protecting your bicycle with a cover.
Wi-Fi
Currently, Trenitalia Regional trains don't have an onboard entertainment portal. But, you can use your own data.
Power sockets
On Trenitalia Regional trains, you can find power sockets to continue charging your devices.
Luggage
On Trenitalia Regional trains, you won't face any restrictions on the amount of luggage you can bring on board. You can easily stow small bags and items in overhead racks or under your seat, while larger suitcases can be placed in the luggage racks situated in the compartments or close to the exterior doors.
Accessibility
Special assistance is a call away for those who require it. Dial the toll-free 800 90 60 60 from Italian landlines or the international number +3902323232 from any phone, including from abroad.
Food and drink
At present, there's no food service on Trenitalia's regional trains. You're welcome to carry your own refreshments, so consider picking up some snacks at the station prior to departure.
Air conditioning
No matter the weather outside, stay comfortably cool with onboard air-conditioning.
Bicycle
You can bring foldable bikes, hoverboards, monowheels, or e-scooters for free if they're within 120 x 80 x 45cm. For non-foldable bikes, purchase a bike or Second Class ticket.

CO₂ emissions by mode

train 13.37kg
bus 14.33kg
flight 38.2kg
carpool 30.56kg
How much CO₂ is emitted travelling by train from Genoa to Bologna?

The train journey between Genoa and Bologna emits 13.37kg of CO₂.

How much CO₂ do I save by taking the train between Genoa and Bologna?

Taking the train between Genoa and Bologna saves 24.83kg of CO₂ compared to a flight, 0.96kg compared to the bus and 17.19kg compared to the car.

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