Cities Near Bologna
Cities near Bologna, Italy: 10 notable destinations within day-trip and weekend range, including Imola, Modena, Ferrara. Compare distance, drive time and flight time, with day-trip and getaway ideas.
The closest notable city to Bologna, Italy is Imola, about 21 mi (33 km) away — roughly 40 min by road. Below, 10 nearby cities are ranked by distance, with real drive and flight estimates and whether each works best as a day trip or an overnight getaway.
| City | Distance | Drive | Flight | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ImolaThe Formula One circuit | 21 mi / 33 km | 40 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| ModenaBalsamic vinegar and Ferrari | 23 mi / 37 km | 44 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| FerraraA Renaissance walled city | 28 mi / 44 km | 53 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| RavennaGlittering Byzantine mosaics | 43 mi / 69 km | 1 hr 17 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| ParmaHam, cheese and art | 54 mi / 87 km | 1 hr 37 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Carpi Centro | 30 mi / 49 km | 58 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Reggio nell'Emilia | 38 mi / 60 km | 1 hr 7 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Forlì | 39 mi / 64 km | 1 hr 11 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Pistoia | 44 mi / 71 km | 1 hr 19 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Prato | 44 mi / 71 km | 1 hr 19 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
Day trips from Bologna
Within about 100 miles and easy to visit in a day: Imola, Modena, Ferrara, Ravenna, Parma. These are close enough to go and return without an overnight stay.
Getting around
Nearby cities are usually quickest by car or train; for the longer hops a regional flight can save time. Tap any city above for its full distance, driving-time and flight-time breakdown, or plan a specific route with the tools below.
Frequently asked questions
Notable cities near Bologna include Imola, Modena, Ferrara, Ravenna, Parma. The closest is Imola, about 21 miles (33 km) away. The table above lists each with its distance, drive time and best use.