What is the cheapest way to get from Bologna to Grottaglie?

The cheapest way to get from Bologna to Grottaglie is to bus via Ostuni which costs €22 - €85 and takes 15h.

What is the fastest way to get from Bologna to Grottaglie?

The fastest way to get from Bologna to Grottaglie is to fly and train which takes 6h 5m and costs €50 - €250.

Is there a direct bus between Bologna and Grottaglie?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Bologna Centrale and arriving at Grottaglie Viale dello Sport. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 9h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Bologna and Grottaglie?

No, there is no direct train from Bologna to Grottaglie. However, there are services departing from Bologna Centrale and arriving at Grottaglie via Taranto. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 16m.

How far is it from Bologna to Grottaglie?

The distance between Bologna and Grottaglie is 767 km. The road distance is 767.9 km.

How do I travel from Bologna to Grottaglie without a car?

The best way to get from Bologna to Grottaglie without a car is to train which takes 8h 16m and costs €45 - €170.

How long does it take to get from Bologna to Grottaglie?

It takes approximately 8h 16m to get from Bologna to Grottaglie, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bologna to Grottaglie bus from?

Bologna to Grottaglie bus services, operated by Marino Autolinee S.p.A., depart from Bologna Centrale station.

Where do I catch the Bologna to Grottaglie train from?

Bologna to Grottaglie train services, operated by Trenitalia Frecce, depart from Bologna Centrale station.

Train or bus from Bologna to Grottaglie?

The best way to get from Bologna to Grottaglie is to train which takes 8h 16m and costs €45 - €170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €50 - €95 and takes 9h 45m.

Where does the Bologna to Grottaglie bus arrive?

Bologna to Grottaglie bus services, operated by Marino Autolinee S.p.A., arrive at Grottaglie Viale dello Sport station.

Where does the Bologna to Grottaglie train arrive?

Bologna to Grottaglie train services, operated by Trenitalia Frecce, arrive at Taranto station.

Can I drive from Bologna to Grottaglie?

Yes, the driving distance between Bologna to Grottaglie is 768 km. It takes approximately 6h 56m to drive from Bologna to Grottaglie.

How do I get a train ticket from Bologna to Grottaglie?

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Where can I stay near Grottaglie?

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Bologna to Grottaglie - 10 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 10 ways to get from Bologna to Grottaglie by train (Trenitalia), bus, car, plane, or train

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Train (Trenitalia)
best
1. Take the train from Bologna Centrale to TarantoFr
8h 16m
€47–166
Bus via Ostuni
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bologna Centrale to Ostuni Rosa Marina Bus StationItabus
15h
€22–82
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bologna Centrale to Grottaglie Viale dello SportMarinoBus 037 / ...
9h 45m
€50–95
Drive 767.9 km
1. Drive from Bologna to Grottaglie767.9 km
6h 56m
€118–171
Fly Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport to Brindisi Airport, train
1. Fly from Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ) to Brindisi Airport (BDS)BLQ - BDS
2. Take the train from Brindisi to Grottaglie
6h 5m
€52–247
Train via Bari
1. Take the train from Bologna Centrale to Bari CentraleFr
2. Take the train from Bari Centrale to TarantoIc
8h 41m
€41–144
Fly Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport to Bari Karol Wojtyła Airport, bus, Italobus Connections
1. Fly from Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ) to Bari Karol Wojtyła Airport (BRI)BLQ - BRI
2. Take the bus from Bari Airport to Matera piazza Matteotti
3. Take the bus from Matera to Taranto
8h 7m
Train to Venice Marco Polo Airport, fly to Brindisi Airport, train
1. Take the train from Bologna Centrale to Venezia Mestre
2. Fly from Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE) to Brindisi Airport (BDS)VCE - BDS
3. Take the train from Brindisi to Grottaglie
7h 47m
€76–204
Train to Verona Villafranca Airport, fly to Brindisi Airport, train
1. Take the train from Bologna Centrale to Verona Porta Nuova
2. Fly from Verona Villafranca Airport (VRN) to Brindisi Airport (BDS)VRN - BDS
3. Take the train from Brindisi to Grottaglie
7h 19m
€94–333
Train, train to Pisa International Airport, fly to Brindisi Airport
1. Take the train from Bologna Centrale to Firenze S.M.N.
2. Take the train from Firenze S.M.N. to Pisa Centrale
3. Fly from Pisa International Airport (PSA) to Brindisi Airport (BDS)PSA - BDS
4. Take the train from Brindisi to Grottaglie
8h 19m
€98–356

Bologna to Grottaglie by train (Trenitalia)

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8h 16mAverage Duration

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Distance: 767.4 km
Duration: 8h 16m

What companies run services between Bologna, Italy and Grottaglie, Apulia, Italy?

Trenitalia Frecce operates a train from Bologna Centrale to Taranto twice daily. Tickets cost €70–160 and the journey takes 7h 1m. Trenitalia Intercity also services this route once daily. Alternatively, Marino Autolinee S.p.A. operates a bus from Bologna Centrale to Grottaglie Viale dello Sport twice daily. Tickets cost €50–95 and the journey takes 9h 45m.

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