How to travel from Reggio di Calabria to Bologna, Italy

The distance between Reggio di Calabria and Bologna is around 830km (516 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 2h 25m.

7 routes found

We've found 7 different ways to get from Reggio di Calabria to Bologna by plane, train, bus and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

👋 Also check out BolognaReggio di Calabria if you're planning a return trip.

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Fly

Fly from Reggio Calabria (REG) to Bologna (BLQ).

  • Duration2h 25m
  • Flight time2h 10m
  • Typical cost
    €225($225)
Operated byITA Airways+ 2 others

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Train

Take the train to Bologna Centrale.

  • Duration7h 45m
  • Departsevery 4 hours
  • Typical cost
    €80($80)
Operated byTrenitalia+ 1 others

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Bus

Take the bus to Florence Parcheggio Villa Costanza and then to Bologna Autostazione.

  • Duration13hrs
  • Departs5 times a week
  • Typical cost
    €105($105)
Operated by

Multiple bus operators

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Drive

Drive to Bologna.

  • Duration9h 60m
  • Distance1,046km (650 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Reggio di Calabria and Bologna

There are several options for getting from Reggio di Calabria to Bologna by plane, train, bus and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around €55 ($55) and will take around 14hrs. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 2h 25m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately €225 ($225).

The distance between Reggio di Calabria and Bologna is around 830km (516 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 796km (494 miles)

It takes around 2h 25m to get from Reggio di Calabria and Bologna by plane. If you are travelling by car it will take around 9h 60m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Reggio di Calabria to Bologna is to fly which takes around 2h 25m and will set you back approx €225 ($225).

The cheapest way to travel between Reggio di Calabria and Bologna, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus which will typically cost around €55 ($55) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Reggio di Calabria and Bologna. It typically takes around 7h 45m and departs 4 times a day.

Yes there is a direct train service that runs between Reggio di Calabria and Bologna with no changeovers required. The train runs 4 times a day and takes 7h 45m.

Trenitalia and ItaloTreno run train services between Reggio di Calabria and Bologna. Trains depart 4 times a day and will take around 7h 45m, 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 Reggio di Calabria and Bologna. It typically takes around 13hrs and departs 5 times a week.

Yes there is a direct bus service that runs between Reggio di Calabria and Bologna with no changeovers required. The bus runs once daily and takes 14hrs.

Lirosi Linee, Itabus, FlixBus, Marino Autolinee, Consorzio Autolinee S.r.l., Busitalia Simet S.p.A., RegioJet, Autolinee Federico and Autoservizi Salemi Srl run regular bus services between Reggio di Calabria and Bologna. Buses run 5 times a week and take around 13hrs on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Reggio di Calabria and Bologna. Flights depart from Reggio Calabria (REG) and arrive at Bologna (BLQ) - via Rome (FCO). The flight takes around 2h 10m.

There is no direct flight from Reggio di Calabria to Bologna. There is however a flight that goes via Rome (FCO). This services will take at least 2h 25m (not including layover time).

The flight from Reggio di Calabria to Bologna typically takes around 2h 10m. Flights depart from Reggio Calabria (REG) and and arrive into Bologna (BLQ).

The closest major airport to Bologna is Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ) (BLQ) which is approximately 6km (3 miles) from Bologna. Forlì Airport (FRL) (FRL) and Florence Airport (FLR) (FLR) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.

Drive yourself

Yes it is possible to drive from Reggio di Calabria and Bologna. The distance is around 1,046km (650 miles) by road and it will take around 9h 60m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Reggio di Calabria to Bologna is to fly which takes, on average, 2h 25m and will usually cost around €225 ($225).

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Compare travel optionsbetween Reggio di Calabria and Bologna

Transport options from Reggio di Calabria to Bologna
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly + 1 similar
2h 25m
€225($225)
every 10 mins830km (516 miles)
Plane and Train3h 15m
€220($220)
every 30 mins847km (526 miles)
Train + 1 similar
7h 45m
€80($80)
every 4 hours1,005km (624 miles)
Train via Napoli Afragola7h 60m
€80($80)
every 4 hours1,005km (624 miles)
Bus + 1 similar
13hrs
€105($105)
5 times a week1,116km (693 miles)
Bus to Bologna14hrs
€55($55)
once daily1,088km (676 miles)
Drive
9h 60m
€190($190)
on demand1,046km (650 miles)

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Airports near Bologna

The following major airports near Bologna offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Italy and internationally.

BLQ
Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ)
International Airport
Distance
6km (3 miles) from Bologna
FRL
Forlì Airport (FRL)
Domestic Airport
Distance
67km (41 miles) from Bologna
FLR
Florence Airport (FLR)
International Airport
Distance
78km (48 miles) from Bologna