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Bologna is one of the easiest trips from Milan: fast trains take about an hour, and the city is roughly 210 km away by motorway. People come here for trade fairs, business meetings and the food of Emilia-Romagna.
How Long It Takes by Car
By car the trip takes around 2.5 hours without traffic. A limited traffic zone covers Bologna’s historic center, so check the route to your hotel in advance if you are driving a rental car.
Transportation: What to Choose?
Frecciarossa and Italo trains take about 1 hour. Booked early, tickets can start at around €15.
Convenient if you are continuing to Modena, Parma or Florence. Allow for tolls, fuel and parking.
A good fit for business trips and groups: the driver collects you from your door and takes you to your address, including the exhibition center. An economy car from central Milan starts from €333 per vehicle.
- Fixed price agreed in advance
- Pickup at your address
- Choice of vehicle, from Economy to V-Class
- No changes and no hauling luggage
What to Consider on the Way to Bologna
High-speed trains in Bologna usually stop at the underground platforms of Bologna Centrale. Getting up to street level and to a taxi takes extra time, especially with luggage, so avoid scheduling a meeting right after arrival.
Bologna combines well with Modena, Parma and Florence. If you need to visit several addresses or the exhibition center in one day, a car with a driver can be simpler than several train and taxi connections.
Why People Go to Bologna and How It Affects Your Choice
Many people travel to Bologna for trade fairs, conferences and business meetings. For a day trip the train is usually more convenient, reaching the city in about an hour. The exhibition center is not at the station, however, so allow for a trip across town, and for taxis if you have several meetings.
Tourists come for the arcaded historic center, the markets and the local food. The center is within walking distance of the station, so you do not need a car in the city itself. A car makes sense for families with luggage or if you are continuing to Modena’s sports car museums or to Parma.
Options Compared
| Option | Travel time * | Price | Takes you to |
|---|---|---|---|
| High-speed train | ~ 1 h – 1 h 15 min | from €15 | Station |
| Rental car | ~ 2 h 30 min – 2 h 50 min | varies | Your address |
| IDtransfero transfer | ~ 2 h 30 min – 2 h 50 min | from €333 | Your address |
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