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The cheapest and fastest trains from Siena station to Bologna
Showing times and prices for Apr 02
Cheapest price
$21
Average price
$21
Fastest journey
3 h 32 m
Average duration
3 h 54 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
129 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Siena station to Bologna is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Siena station to Bologna will cost around $21 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $21.
Fast trains
Of the 3 trains that leave Siena station for Bologna on Thu, Apr 02, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Apr 02 the direct trains cover the 129 km distance in an average of 3 h 54 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 32 m .
On Thu, Apr 02 the slowest trains will take 4 h 32 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.
10:18 AM4h32Siena station2:50 PMBologna$211One-way0 transfers- 2:18 PM3h37Siena station5:55 PMBologna$211One-way0 transfers
- 7:18 PM3h32Siena station10:50 PMBologna$211One-way0 transfers
- 7:18 PM3h32Siena station10:50 PMBologna$211One-way0 transfers
- 2:18 PM3h37Siena station5:55 PMBologna$211One-way0 transfers
- 10:18 AM4h32Siena station2:50 PMBologna$211One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Siena station to Bologna
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Siena station to Bologna among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 22m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $5, and a train costs an average of $21.
Distance: 80 miles (129 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus |
|---|---|
$23 Average price | $9 Average price Cheapest |
2h 52m Average total duration Fastest 2h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 5m Average total duration 2h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Siena station to Bologna train times
The table below shows live departures for Siena station to Bologna trains for today, Wednesday, April 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Regionale 18214+ FRECCIAROSSA 9490 | 6:18 AM Siena station | 2h40 | 8:58 AM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| Regionale 18278+FRECCIAROSSA 9520 | 6:48 AM Siena station | 2h45 | 9:33 AM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| Regionale 18218 · TUSCANY LINE 18490 · Autobus TTPER B0402 | 7:18 AM Siena station | 4h32 | 11:50 AM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
| Regionale 18218+FRECCIAROSSA 8508 | 7:18 AM Siena station | 2h55 | 10:13 AM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| Regionale 18220+FRECCIAROSSA 1000 8418 | 9:18 AM Siena station | 2h40 | 11:58 AM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| Regionale 18220 · Tuscany Line 18514 · Regionale 17828 | 9:18 AM Siena station | 3h37 | 12:55 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18220+ Intercity 588 | 9:18 AM Siena station | 3h29 | 12:47 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| Regionale 18220 · Tuscany Line 18514 · Regionale 17830 | 9:18 AM Siena station | 3h51 | 1:09 PM Bologna San Ruffillo | 2 transfers | |
| Regionale 18222+FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9420 | 10:18 AM Siena station | 2h40 | 12:58 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| Regionale 18222 · Tuscany Line 18518 · Regionale TTPER 17850 | 10:18 AM Siena station | 3h37 | 1:55 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
| Regionale 19036 · Regionale Veloce 4036+FRECCIAROSSA 9584 | 10:41 AM Siena station | 2h52 | 1:33 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
| Regionale 18224+Intercity 590 | 11:18 AM Siena station | 3h32 | 2:50 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| Regionale 18224 · Tuscany Line 18520 · Regionale 17834 | 11:18 AM Siena station | 3h37 | 2:55 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
| Regionale 18224+FRECCIAROSSA 9422 | 11:18 AM Siena station | 2h40 | 1:58 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| Regionale 18224 · Tuscany Line 18520 · Regionale 17836 | 11:18 AM Siena station | 4h21 | 3:39 PM Bologna San Ruffillo | 2 transfers | |
| Regionale 19038 · Tuscany Line 4038+FRECCIAROSSA 9540 | 11:41 AM Siena station | 2h52 | 2:33 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
| Regionale 18226+FRECCIAROSSA 8520 | 12:18 PM Siena station | 2h55 | 3:13 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| Regionale 18226 · Regionale Veloce 4040+FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9423 | 12:18 PM Siena station | 2h40 | 2:58 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
| Regionale 18226 · Tuscany Line 18522 · Regionale 17836 | 12:18 PM Siena station | 3h37 | 3:55 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
| Regionale 18228 · Tuscany Line 18524 · Regionale 17838 | 1:18 PM Siena station | 3h37 | 4:55 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
| Regionale 18228+FRECCIAROSSA 9426 | 1:18 PM Siena station | 2h40 | 3:58 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| Regionale 18232 · Tuscany Line 18528 · Regionale 17842 | 2:18 PM Siena station | 3h51 | 6:09 PM Bologna San Ruffillo | 2 transfers | |
| Regionale 18232 · Tuscany Line 18528 · Regionale 17842 | 2:18 PM Siena station | 4h07 | 6:25 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
| Regionale 18232+Intercity 592 | 2:18 PM Siena station | 3h38 | 5:56 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| Regionale 18232+FRECCIAROSSA 8524 | 2:18 PM Siena station | 2h55 | 5:13 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| Regionale 18232 · Regionale Veloce 4046+FRECCIAROSSA 9428 | 2:18 PM Siena station | 2h40 | 4:58 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
| Regionale 19044 · Regionale 18312+Intercity 592 | 2:41 PM Siena station | 3h15 | 5:56 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
| Regionale 19044 · ETRUSCHI LINE 4048+FRECCIAROSSA 9552 | 2:41 PM Siena station | 2h52 | 5:33 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
| Regionale 18234+Intercity 596 | 3:18 PM Siena station | 3h24 | 6:42 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| Regionale 18234+FRECCIAROSSA 1000 8526 | 3:18 PM Siena station | 2h55 | 6:13 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| Regionale 18234 · TUSCANY LINE 18530 · Regionale 17844 | 3:18 PM Siena station | 4h02 | 7:20 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
| Regionale 18234 · TUSCANY LINE 18530 · Regionale 17844 | 3:18 PM Siena station | 3h51 | 7:09 PM Bologna San Ruffillo | 2 transfers | |
| Regionale 19046 · Tuscany Line 4052+Intercity 596 | 3:41 PM Siena station | 3h01 | 6:42 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
| Regionale 18236+FRECCIAROSSA 1000 8528 | 4:18 PM Siena station | 2h55 | 7:13 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| Regionale 18236 · TUSCANY LINE 18532 · Regionale TTPER 17856 | 4:18 PM Siena station | 4h07 | 8:25 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
| Regionale 18236 · TUSCANY LINE 18532 · Regionale TTPER 17856 | 4:18 PM Siena station | 3h51 | 8:09 PM Bologna San Ruffillo | 2 transfers | |
| Regionale 18238+FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9434 | 5:18 PM Siena station | 2h40 | 7:58 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| Regionale 18242 · Regionale 17852 | 6:18 PM Siena station | 3h32 | 9:50 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Siena station to Bologna
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Trains from Siena station to Bologna run on average 34 times per day, taking around 2h 22m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $21 (€17) but you can travel from only $5 (€4) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 10:18, the last at 19:18. The fastest train covers the 80 miles (129 km) distance in 3h 32m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $5 (€4)
Distance 80 miles (129 km) |
Average train duration 2h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price $21 (€17) |
Trains per day 34 |
Fastest train 3h 32m |
First train 10:18 AM |
Last train 7:18 PM |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $5 (€4)
Train companies: Regionale from Siena station to Bologna trainsRegionale trains will get you between Siena station and Bologna from $5 (€4). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Regionale
About
Regionale is the regional train service of national carrier Trenitalia connecting all of Italy. It is the most convinient way to travel to both big cities and the smallest villages all over the Italian country. The regional trains have different names depending on the region they serve, such as Treno Regionale Veloce (TRV) and Treno Regionale Lento (TRL). Treno Rock and Treno pop are the two new trains part of Trenitalia regionale fleet. Trenitalia Regionale offers a variety of ticket types, including single tickets (economy and standard), return tickets, and season tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, air conditioning, and power sockets. The most popular routes for Regionale are between Rome and Milan, Naples and Florence, and Turin and Venice.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 32m
Cheapest Price
$21 (€17)
Luggage included
Free hand luggage allowance included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas between seats
Cancellation Policy
According to ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund provided
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Bar service available on some trains with snacks and beverages
Seat reservation
Seat reservation included in ticket price for most services
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and assistance available for passengers with reduced mobility
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Larger dogs require paid ticket and muzzle
Quiet zone
FAQs: Trains from Siena station to Bologna
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Siena station 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.
Train ticket prices from Siena station to Bologna can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $21 (€17), while the average price is around $23 (€19).
The train from Siena station to Bologna takes 3h 32m and runs 34 per day.
The distance by train from Siena station to Bologna is 80 miles (129 km).
The first train from Siena station to Bologna leaves at 10:18 AM.
The last train from Siena station to Bologna leaves at 7:18 PM.
There is no high speed train available from Siena station to Bologna.
There is no direct train service currently available from Siena station to Bologna.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Siena station to Bologna.
The cheapest way to get from Siena station to Bologna is by bus, with a cost of around $5 (€4).
The train journey from Siena to Bologna offers scenic views of the rolling Tuscan hills, charming countryside, and picturesque vineyards, providing a pleasant and visually appealing travel experience.
A day trip from Siena to Bologna is not feasible as the journey takes 3h 32m and covers a distance of 80 miles (129 km). Trains run 32 times per day.
In Bologna, you can explore Piazza Maggiore, the bustling central square surrounded by historic buildings and lively cafes. Climb the Two Towers for panoramic city views, and visit the Basilica di San Petronio, a grand church with stunning architecture. Discover the Archiginnasio of Bologna, a historic university building featuring a remarkable anatomical theater. Don't miss the Mercato di Mezzo, where you can enjoy local delicacies and fresh produce. Additionally, explore Santo Stefano, a fascinating complex known as the Seven Churches with unique architectural features.
Three days in Bologna is generally sufficient to explore its historic sites, enjoy its renowned cuisine, and experience its vibrant culture.
Yes, you can take the train from Siena station to Bologna.
Since both Siena station and Bologna are in the Schengen Area, a passport is not required for European Union (EU) or Schengen-associated country citizens. A national ID card is sufficient.
Popular day trips by train from Bologna include Florence, Venice, Rimini, Verona, Ravenna.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Siena station to Bologna among Omio's users.
Items not allowed on trains typically include hazardous materials such as explosives, flammable liquids, corrosive substances, and illegal drugs. Additionally, large or bulky items that may obstruct aisles or emergency exits, as well as pets without proper carriers, may be restricted. Specific prohibited items can vary by train operator and region, so please check the rules for your particular journey.
Yes, rail passes such as the Eurail Italy Pass and Interrail Italy Pass are valid on most trains operated by Trenitalia and Italo within Italy, including regional, intercity, and high-speed trains, though some restrictions and seat reservation fees may apply.
Italy uses the euro (EUR) as its currency. Travelers generally find it convenient to use cards for most payments, especially in cities and larger establishments, but carrying some cash is advisable for small shops, markets, and rural areas where card acceptance may be limited.
In Bologna, travelers should be cautious of pickpocketing, especially in crowded areas like train stations and popular tourist spots. Scams involving fake charity collectors or unofficial taxi drivers offering overpriced rides can also occur. It's advisable to use licensed taxis and keep personal belongings secure to avoid common safety issues.
Pack lightweight, versatile clothing suitable for the destination's climate, and use secure, lockable luggage to protect belongings. Keep essential items like travel documents, medication, and valuables in a carry-on bag for easy access. Use packing organizers or cubes to maximize space and maintain order. Lastly, include a small first aid kit and personal hygiene items for added comfort during travel.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Siena station to Bologna
Siena
Bologna
The major train station for departures in Siena is Siena. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Siena for your trip from Siena to Bologna.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Information Desk
Luggage Cartsinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
Distance to city center
1 km
Number of platforms
5Wifi
- Free
Parking
- Parking is available near the station, open 24/7.
Dining
- Ristorante Il Vinaio
- Osteria Le Logge
Taxis
- Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps.
WC
- €1
Hotel
- Hotel Italia
- NH Siena
- Hotel Minerva
Lost and Found Office
- Located near the main entrance
Information Desk
- Located near the main entrance
Luggage Carts
- Free
Station Plan
- The station has a single-level layout with platforms accessible from the main hall.
Public transit options for Siena
- Bus: Several local and regional lines available
- Taxi: Available outside the station
The major train station for arrivals in Bologna is Bologna Centrale. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Bologna Centrale for your journey to Bologna from Siena.
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rental
Car RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00
Distance to city center
1 kmWifi
- Free Wi-Fi.
Lockers
- Luggage facility, open daily from 07:00 to 22:00, is located in front of binario 7 Ovest (Track 7 West).
Dining
- Burger King
- A Cafè
- VyTA Boulangerie
- Venchi
- Scambio
- Juice Bar
- KFC
- Dispensa Emilia
- Lavazza
- Mokà
- & more
Accessibility
- 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.
Hotel
- Starhotels Excelsior
- Millenn Hotel Bologna
- UNA Hotels
Ticket Office
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00
Information Desk
- Customer service center is on the ground floor and open every day from 06:30 to 23:00.
Public transit options for Bologna Centrale
- 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
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelBike Parkinginformation
Distance to city center
4 kmNumber of platforms
2Parking
- Free parking available near the station
Taxis
- Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Ramps, restrooms.
WC
- Free of charge
Hotel
- San Ruffillo House
- Hotel Il Guercino
- Hotel Porta San Mamolo
Station Plan
- The station has a simple layout with two platforms and a small waiting area.
Public transit options for Bologna San Ruffillo
- Bus: Several local bus lines available
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation DeskLuggage Cartsinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
Distance to city center
4 kmNumber of platforms
2Wifi
- Free
Parking
- Parking is available near the station with several spaces for short-term and long-term parking.
Dining
- Ristorante Il Patio
- Trattoria Bonora
Taxis
- Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
WC
- €1
Hotel
- Flyon Hotel
- Hotel Bologna Airport
- Hotel Del Borgo
Information Desk
- Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
- Free
Station Plan
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and platforms
- Hall 2: waiting area and restrooms
Public transit options for Bologna Borgo Panigale
- Bus: Several lines available connecting to Bologna city center
- Taxi services available
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