How to travel from Bologna to Cefalù, Italy
The distance between Bologna and Cefalù is around 829km (515 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly and then take the train which takes around 3h 30m.
11 routes found
We've found 11 different ways to get from Bologna to Cefalù by plane, train, bus, ferry and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.
👋 Also check out Cefalù → Bologna if you're planning a return trip.
Plane and Train
Fly from Bologna (BLQ) to Palermo (PMO) then take the train to Cefalu.
- Duration3h 30m
- Flight time1h 25m
- Typical cost€120($120)
Multiple operators
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Train
Take the train to Roma Termini and then to Cefalu.
- Duration12h 25m
- Departsonce daily
- Typical cost€90($90)
Bus
Take the bus to Termini Imerese Gatto Carburanti Gas Station.
- Duration17h 20m
- Departs5 times a week
- Typical cost€70($70)
Autoservizi Salemi Srl
1 similiar route
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Train and Ferry
Take the train to Napoli Afragola and then to Villa S.Giovanni then take a ferry to Messina Marittima then take the train to Cefalu.
- Duration9h 55m
- Departsevery 4 hours
- Typical cost€95($95)
Car and Ferry
Drive to Livorno then take a ferry to Palermo then drive to Cefalù.
- Duration22h 20m
- Departs6 times a week
- Typical cost€120($120)
Multiple operators
Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Bologna and Cefalù
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Bologna to Cefalù by plane, train, bus, ferry and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around €70 ($70) and will take around 17h 20m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and then take the train and arrive in approximately 3h 30m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately €120 ($120).
The distance between Bologna and Cefalù is around 829km (515 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 752km (467 miles)
It takes around 3h 30m to get from Bologna and Cefalù by plane and train.
The quickest way to get from Bologna to Cefalù is to fly and then take the train which takes around 3h 30m and will set you back approx €120 ($120).
The cheapest way to travel between Bologna and Cefalù is to take the bus which will typically cost around €70 ($70) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
Yes there is a train service that runs between Bologna and Cefalù. It typically takes around 12h 25m and departs once daily.
There are no direct train services that runs from Bologna to Cefalù. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Roma Termini. These services run once daily and will take a minimum of 12h 25m.
ItaloTreno and Trenitalia run train services between Bologna and Cefalù. Trains depart once daily and will take around 12h 25m, however, this may vary depending on the particular service and whether it runs express or stops all stations.
Bus travel
Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from Bologna and Cefalù. It typically takes around 17h 20m and departs 5 times a week.
There are no direct bus services that runs from Bologna to Cefalù. However, you can instead can take several connecting buses with changeovers in Termini Imerese Gatto Carburanti Gas Station. These services run 5 times a week and will take a minimum of 17h 20m.
Autoservizi Salemi Srl and Itabus run regular bus services between Bologna and Cefalù. Buses run 5 times a week and take around 17h 20m on average but will vary depending on you book with.
Flights and Airlines
It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Bologna to Cefalù. We recommend that you fly from Bologna (BLQ) to Palermo (PMO) then take the train to Cefalu. instead which will take 3h 30m.
The closest major airport to Cefalù is Falcone–Borsellino Airport (PMO) (PMO) which is approximately 82km (51 miles) from Cefalù. Catania-Fontanarossa Airport (CTA) (CTA) and Comiso Airport (CIY) (CIY) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.
Drive yourself
No, its not really possible or feasible to drive from Bologna to Cefalù. We recommend that you fly from Bologna (BLQ) to Palermo (PMO) then take the train to Cefalu. instead which will take 3h 30m.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Bologna to Cefalù is to fly and then take the train which takes, on average, 3h 30m and will usually cost around €120 ($120).
Compare travel optionsbetween Bologna and Cefalù
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Plane and Train + 5 similar | 3h 30m | €120($120) | hourly | 829km (515 miles) |
| Train to Forli, plane | 4h 5m | €110($110) | every 4 hours | 846km (526 miles) |
| Train and Plane | 4h 20m | €100($100) | hourly | 844km (524 miles) |
| Fly to Catania (CTA), Train | 5h 15m | €125($125) | every 4 hours | 1,096km (681 miles) |
| Train to Firenze S.M.N., plane | 5h 20m | €89($89) | hourly | 928km (576 miles) |
| Plane, Bus and Train | 4h 40m | €120($120) | every 20 mins | 937km (582 miles) |
Train | 12h 25m | €90($90) | once daily | 1,155km (718 miles) |
Bus + 1 similar | 17h 20m | €70($70) | 5 times a week | 1,332km (828 miles) |
| Bus via Naples Metropark Central Parking | 18hrs | €75($75) | 5 times a week | 1,261km (784 miles) |
Train and Ferry | 9h 55m | €95($95) | every 4 hours | 1,151km (715 miles) |
Car and Ferry | 22h 20m | €120($120) | 6 times a week | 957km (594 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Bologna and Cefalù
Ferry operators
Blu Jet
Grimaldi Lines
Train operators
Bus companies
Autoservizi Salemi Srl
Airports near Cefalù
The following major airports near Cefalù offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Italy and internationally.
Falcone–Borsellino Airport (PMO)
- Distance
- 82km (51 miles) from Cefalù
Catania-Fontanarossa Airport (CTA)
- Distance
- 111km (69 miles) from Cefalù
Comiso Airport (CIY)
- Distance
- 126km (79 miles) from Cefalù