| Travel distance | 70 miles |
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| Fastest time | 54m |
| Daily trains | 66 |
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Ciao! Heading north from the famous beaches of Rimini to the culinary capital of Bologna is one of the most straightforward and fastest routes in the entire country. The journey covers just 70 miles (113 km), and thanks to the dedication of the high-speed rail lines here, you can be in Bologna Centrale in as little as 54 minutes which is quicker than driving, and far more relaxing!
You’ll be traveling northwest across the rich agricultural plains of Emilia-Romagna. This corridor is consistently well-served by direct trains, meaning you can sit back, enjoy the view, and skip the hassle of changing platforms.
Rimini to Bologna: Service Details
We're thrilled to offer exceptional frequency on this route! Trains depart Rimini Station frequently throughout the day for Bologna Centrale, providing travelers with 66 or more daily options. Services are available from the early morning (around 4:30 a.m.) until late at night (around 10:40 p.m.), giving you plenty of flexibility whether you are traveling for business or pleasure.
As a reminder, while frequency is generally stable, always check your specific departure time during major Italian holidays.
What to Expect Onboard
Given the brief, under-an-hour journey time, you have excellent choices! You will find both Frecciarossa and Italo high-speed trains, which offer guaranteed amenities like Wi-Fi, power sockets, and usually a cafe service. Alternatively, the Regional Veloce trains are also modern, comfortable, and air-conditioned—a perfect, economical option for such a short hop. Both types of trains include clean restrooms and racks for storing your baggage.
Rimini Station (Stazione di Rimini) is your starting point, perfectly situated near both the historic center and the vibrant seaside resorts of the Adriatic. It's a key spot on the coastal railway line.
Amenities & Services:
- This functional station handles all train categories: regional, Intercity, and high-speed services.
- For convenience, you will find a **ticket office**, **self-service ticket machines**, and dedicated **waiting areas** before your journey begins.
- **Cafes, newsstands, and small shops** are available for any last-minute needs or a quick espresso.
- **Luggage storage** is typically available.
- Connectivity is fantastic: numerous **local bus and tram stops** are right outside, offering easy transfers to your hotel or the beach area.
Bologna Centrale is the impressive destination for your journey! As a major high-speed rail hub, it seamlessly connects routes from all over Italy and sits conveniently near Bologna's historic center.
The station is a blend of grand 19th-century architecture and efficient, modern underground platforms for the high-speed services. It is the heart of rail travel in the Emilia-Romagna region.
Amenities & Services:
- Boasting 30 tracks (a mix of surface and underground), the station is one of the busiest in Italy, linking you quickly to anywhere else you may need to go.
- You will find an extensive variety of **shops, cafes, and restaurants** across its various levels.
- Need a moment of comfort? **Trenitalia's FRECCIALounge** and **Italo Club** lounges are available for eligible passengers.
- All standard services—multiple **ticket offices**, **restrooms**, and **luggage storage (KiPoint)**—are easily found.
- **Connectivity** is superb, with numerous **bus and tram stops** situated right outside, ready to whisk you into the city.
