City in Emilia-Romagna, Italy
Getting around Bologna
How to get around Bologna
The center is compact and walkable. TPER buses cover the rest, and fast trains reach Florence in 35 min, Milan in about 1 h and Venice in 1.5 h.
Ways to get around Bologna
| Option | Fare | Good to know |
|---|---|---|
| TPER bus | €1.50 for 75 min; day pass about €5 | Buy by app, tabacchi or tap a contactless card |
| Marconi Express | €12 | Airport to Bologna Centrale in 7 min |
| High-speed trains | From about €10–€30 | Florence 35 min, Milan 1 h, Venice 1.5 h, Rome 2 h |
| Bike share and e-bikes | From about €1 | Flat center; many cycle lanes but porticoes limit riding |
Ride-hailing apps in Bologna
A 5 km ride costs about €10–16 ($11.3–18.0).
| App | Notes |
|---|---|
| itTaxi | Books licensed taxis in Bologna |
- Only licensed white taxis operate; book by phone or app. Street hailing is rare, but ranks exist at the station and Piazza Maggiore.
Arriving in Bologna
Bologna Guglielmo Marconi (BLQ)
Marconi Express to Centrale €12, 7 min; Aerobus €6, 20 min; taxi about €20–€25.
Driving and onward travel
- Scooters: Not worth it: ZTL zones and parking limits in the center. Walk, bike or take the bus.
- Driving: on the right. EU licences are fine; other foreign licences need an International Driving Permit alongside. Rental firms check it.
- Onward travel in Italy: High-speed Frecciarossa and Italo trains link Turin, Milan, Venice, Bologna, Florence, Rome and Naples. Regional trains and buses fill gaps; ferries or flights reach Sicily and Sardinia.
Quick answers
Is there Uber in Bologna?
No. Use itTaxi instead.
What's the best way to get around Bologna?
The center is compact and walkable. TPER buses cover the rest, and fast trains reach Florence in 35 min, Milan in about 1 h and Venice in 1.5 h.
How do I get from the airport to Bologna?
Marconi Express to Centrale €12, 7 min; Aerobus €6, 20 min; taxi about €20–€25.
Is Bologna walkable?
Very walkable.
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Sources
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