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How to travel from Bologna Centrale to Siena by train
Want to find out more about taking the train from Bologna Centrale to Siena? Look no further.
There are around 52 trains per day running between Bologna Centrale and Siena, which usually take 2 hours 58 minutes to complete the 81 miles (131 km) journey. It can take as little as 2 hours 10 minutes on the fastest services though, if you want to get there as quickly as possible. Although there aren't any direct services on this line, it's still easy to travel to Siena from Bologna Centrale, you'll just need to make 1 change along the way.
You can save money on train tickets from Bologna Centrale to Siena if you book in advance, as tickets usually start from £14.86. Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to compare ticket prices and get the cheapest fares.
Want to book your train tickets now? Just start a search with us today. If you want to find out more about the journey, read on for timetables (including first and last train times), FAQs and tips on how to book cheap train tickets.
Bologna Centrale to Siena by train
It takes an average of 2h 58m to travel from Bologna Centrale to Siena by train, over a distance of around 81 miles (131 km). There are normally 52 trains per day travelling from Bologna Centrale to Siena and tickets for this journey start from £14.86 when you book in advance.
| First train | 01:48 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 23:05 | |
| Departure station | Bologna Centrale | |
| Arrival station | Siena | |
| Journey time | From 2h 10m | |
| Distance | 81 miles (131 km) | |
| Frequency | 52 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £14.86 | |
| Train and bus operators | Itabus, Flixbus |
FAQs about the train journey from Bologna Centrale to Siena
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Cheap train tickets from Bologna Centrale to Siena
Book in advance
Most of the train companies across Europe release their tickets around three to six months in advance, many of which can be cheaper the earlier you book. If you know the dates you want to travel, you may be able to find some cheaper train tickets from Bologna Centrale to Siena by booking early.§
Be flexible with your travel times
Many of the train services in Europe are also popular commuter services, lots of train companies increase ticket prices during “peak hours” (generally between 06:00 – 10:00 and 15:00 – 19:00 on weekdays). If you can, consider travelling outside of peak hours to find lower priced tickets.
Choose a slower or connecting train
On some of the busier routes, you might also have the option to take a slower or connecting train. It may take a little longer than some high-speed or direct services, but if you have a little extra time on your hands, you might find a cheaper fare. Plus, you'll have more time to enjoy the view of the countryside!
Look out for special deals
Take a look at our handy guides to find out when train operators release their special deals and offers to see if you can find cheap European train tickets for your journey.
For specific information about how to get your hands on cheap tickets, check out our European train tickets hub.