How to travel from Bologna to Monte Isola, Italy
The distance between Bologna and Monte Isola is around 223km (139 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to take the train and then take a ferry which takes around 2h 20m.
4 routes found
We've found 4 different ways to get from Bologna to Monte Isola by train, ferry and bus. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.
👋 Also check out Monte Isola → Bologna if you're planning a return trip.
Train and Ferry
Take the train to Verona Porta Nuova then Brescia and then to Sale Marasino then take a ferry to Carzano.
- Duration2h 20m
- Departsevery 4 hours
- Typical cost€25($25)
Multiple operators
2 similiar routes
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Bus and Ferry
Take the bus to Brescia Bus Station Via Solferino then take a ferry to Carzano.
- Duration4h 20m
- Departsonce daily
- Typical cost€32($32)
Multiple operators
Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Bologna and Monte Isola
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Bologna to Monte Isola by train, ferry and bus. The cheapest option is to take the bus, then take the train and then take a ferry which costs around €19 ($19) and will take around 3h 55m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can take the train and then take a ferry and arrive in approximately 2h 20m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately €25 ($25).
The distance between Bologna and Monte Isola is around 223km (139 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 168km (105 miles)
It takes around 2h 20m to get from Bologna and Monte Isola by train and ferry.
The quickest way to get from Bologna to Monte Isola is to take the train and then take a ferry which takes around 2h 20m and will set you back approx €25 ($25).
The cheapest way to travel between Bologna and Monte Isola is to take the bus, then take the train and then take a ferry which will typically cost around €19 ($19) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
There is no train service that runs between Bologna and Monte Isola. We recommend that you take the train to Verona Porta Nuova then Brescia and then to Sale Marasino then take a ferry to Carzano. instead which will take 2h 20m.
Bus travel
Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Bologna and Monte Isola. We recommend that you take the train to Verona Porta Nuova then Brescia and then to Sale Marasino then take a ferry to Carzano. instead which will take 2h 20m.
Flights and Airlines
It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Bologna to Monte Isola. We recommend that you take the train to Verona Porta Nuova then Brescia and then to Sale Marasino then take a ferry to Carzano. instead which will take 2h 20m.
The closest major airport to Monte Isola is Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY) (BGY) which is approximately 30km (19 miles) from Monte Isola. Linate Airport (LIN) (LIN) and Verona Villafranca Airport (VRN) (VRN) 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 Monte Isola. We recommend that you take the train to Verona Porta Nuova then Brescia and then to Sale Marasino then take a ferry to Carzano. instead which will take 2h 20m.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Bologna to Monte Isola is to take the train and then take a ferry which takes, on average, 2h 20m and will usually cost around €25 ($25).
Compare travel optionsbetween Bologna and Monte Isola
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Train and Ferry + 2 similar | 2h 20m | €25($25) | every 4 hours | 223km (139 miles) |
| Train to Brescia, ferry | 2h 40m | €24($24) | every 20 mins | 223km (139 miles) |
| Bus, Train and Ferry | 3h 55m | €19($19) | twice daily | 261km (162 miles) |
Bus and Ferry | 4h 20m | €32($32) | once daily | 246km (153 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Bologna and Monte Isola
Train operators
Ferry operators
Navigazione Lago d'Iseo
Bus companies
Autolinee Federico
Airports near Monte Isola
The following major airports near Monte Isola offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Italy and internationally.
Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY)
- Distance
- 30km (19 miles) from Monte Isola
Linate Airport (LIN)
- Distance
- 69km (43 miles) from Monte Isola
Verona Villafranca Airport (VRN)
- Distance
- 73km (46 miles) from Monte Isola