Getting around
in Bologna

The metropolitan area features an infrastructure system that ensures high levels of connectivity and accessibility. Like many other municipalities in the metropolitan area, Bologna has zones with specific speed limits. Please check the local traffic regulations regarding speed limits in the area where you are traveling.

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The following information is mainly related to the Municipality of Bologna

There are several options available for getting around the metropolitan area:

Choose your preferred means

Bicycle

Car / Scooter

Public transport

If you do not own a bicycle, you can use bike-sharing services: RideMovi and Corrente. Download the app, locate the nearest bicycle or e-bike on the map, and scan the QR code to start your ride.

To plan your route, check for information on cycle lanes by consulting the Bicipolitana project (Bologna Metropolitan Cycle Network), viewing the Bologna cycle network map, or checking your local municipality’s website for available bike paths.

Per parcheggiare, usa le apposite rastrelliere pubbliche oppure utilizza le ciclostazioni presenti sul territorio: ciclostazione Roveri (scarica l’app dal sito cicloapp.bomob.it e registrati per attivare l’account) La Velostazione di Bologna (via dell’Indipendenza 71/Z, Bologna). For parking, use the designated public bike racks or take advantage of the bike stations (ciclostazione Roveri) throughout the area (download the app from cicloapp.bomob.it and register to activate your account). You can also use the Bologna Velostazione (located at via dell’Indipendenza 71/Z, Bologna).

If you do not own a car or a scooter, you can use car-sharing services. In Bologna, car-sharing is managed by Enjoy (offering cars and multi-space vehicles) and Corrente (offering electric cars and scooters). Please check the specific service’s terms for authorized driving and parking zones.

To get around, check the restricted traffic zones (ZTL) and limitations within the Municipality of Bologna.

For parking, look at the dedicated page on the Bologna Municipality website or your local municipality’s website.

For traffic updates, check the Bologna Municipality mobility page, which includes a map of active roadworks.

If you live near the stadium area in Bologna, you can find specific mobility information for match days here.

For permits and authorizations regarding driving and parking, please visit the relevant page on the Bologna Municipality website or your local municipality’s website.

For specific inquiries, you can contact the Urban Mobility Office (Sportello della Mobilità Urbana) of the Municipality of Bologna or your local municipality.

To travel by bus within the Bologna urban area, consult the Bologna city bus network map.

For information on schedules and routes for both urban and suburban lines, visit the website of TPER (Trasporto Passeggeri Emilia-Romagna), the local public transport company.