Fastest way from Bologna to Verona: Train (Trenitalia / Italo), about 0h 52min (from €15). Cheapest: Bus, from €6 (about 1h 45min – 2h 15min). Main companies selling this route on 12Go (checked on October 27, 2026): NTV, Marino, FlixBus; main departure point: Bologna Main.
There are 3 ways to get from Bologna to Verona
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Companies selling this route on 12Go
Offers listed on 12Go on October 27, 2026 for a departure on November 17, 2026. Timetables and prices change with the date: check them before booking.
| Company | Mode | Departs from | From | Offers |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NTV | Train | Bologna Main | €15 | 5 |
| FlixBus | Bus | Bologna Bus Station | €6 | 1 |
| Marino | Bus | Bologna Bus Station | €7 | 2 |
| Autolinee Federico | Bus | Bologna Bus Station | €21 | 1 |
| Sindbad | Bus | Bologna Bus Terminal | €22 | 1 |
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Practical tips
Advance train fares are usually lower than tickets bought on the day. Compare Trenitalia and Italo as soon as your date is fixed, and avoid paying a last-minute premium on busy departures.
Two companies can serve the same corridor, with different fares and times. Check both before buying, and keep in mind that a ticket is valid only for the company that issued it.
Check the arrival station printed on your ticket before you travel. Verona's main station, Porta Nuova, is the usual stop for visitors, and it is the one best connected to the historic centre.
If your schedule is open and budget matters most, the coach is the cheapest option. Book online to secure a seat, and check the exact boarding stop in your confirmation.
For such a short distance, a flight with a connection adds airport transfers, check-in and waiting. Unless it fits a wider itinerary, the train or coach is simpler and more practical.
The journey experience
Bologna to Verona is one of the easiest hops in northern Italy, and you can tell at a glance which option suits you. The table on this page lines up train, coach and flight side by side so you can compare time and price without opening ten tabs.
The train is the natural choice for most independent travellers. Trenitalia and Italo both serve the corridor, trains are comfortable, you get a seat with luggage space, and you step off in the centre of town. Coaches are the budget alternative: slower, but a good fit if you are flexible and want to keep costs down. A flight with a connection exists on paper, but it makes little sense for such a short distance and only suits unusual itineraries.
Our advice: for most trips, take the train, and book ahead if you want the lowest fares, since last-minute tickets on busy departures cost more. Choose the coach when price matters more than speed. Check the departure station before you go, as Bologna has one main station and Verona has a couple of stops, so confirm your ticket matches. Follow the details below and you will arrive relaxed, with no surprises.
Frequently asked questions — Bologna → Verona
The coach is the cheapest option, from €6 and typically up to €12. The train starts from €15 and is typically up to €16. A flight with a connection starts from €68. For most travellers, the coach or train offers by far the best value on this short route.
The train is the fastest option, at roughly 50 minutes to 1 hour. The coach takes about 1 h 45 to 2 h 15. A flight with a connection takes around 3 h 20 in total, so it is clearly the slowest choice for this short journey.
For most travellers, the train is the best choice: it is the fastest, comfortable, and fares start from €15. Pick the coach, from €6, if you want to save money and do not mind a longer ride. The connecting flight is rarely worthwhile.
The train option is listed under Trenitalia and Italo. Compare both when booking, since fares and departure times can differ. Keep in mind that your ticket is valid for the company you booked with, so check the details in your confirmation before travelling.
Only if price is your priority. The coach starts from €6 against €15 for the train, but the ride lasts about 1 h 45 to 2 h 15 instead of roughly 50 minutes to 1 hour. If time matters, the train is the smarter pick.
Why visit Verona?
- ✓ Step inside the Roman Arena di Verona, a 1st-century amphitheatre that still hosts world-class opera performances each summer
- ✓ Stand beneath Juliet's balcony in the courtyard of Casa di Giulietta and leave a note on the famous wall
- ✓ Climb the 368 steps of the Torre dei Lamberti for panoramic views over the terracotta rooftops and the Adige river
- ✓ Stroll across the Ponte Pietra, a Roman bridge, then explore the Teatro Romano and its hilltop archaeological museum
- ✓ Browse Piazza delle Erbe's market stalls and sip an Aperol spritz amid frescoed façades and the Madonna Verona fountain
When to visit Verona?
HUMID SUBTROPICAL CLIMATE
April to June and September to October — mild, sunny weather, fewer crowds, and the opera festival running until early September
What to do in Verona?
Local experiences, must-see sights and activities selected for you
How long to visit Verona?
Plan 2 days to cover Verona comfortably: the Arena, Piazza delle Erbe, Juliet's House, Castelvecchio and the Adige riverbanks on day one, then Giardino Giusti, Teatro Romano and Santa Anastasia on day two. With only one day, stick to the historic centre on foot and book Arena tickets in advance. Add a third day for a trip to Lake Garda, Valpolicella wineries or Soave, all easy by train or bus.
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