Bologna to Ferrari Museums Modena & Maranello by Train

Two Ferrari Museums in One Day from Bologna: Train & Shuttle Included

You take the regional train from Bologna to Modena, walk to the Enzo Ferrari Museum for a self-guided visit, then board the included shuttle to Maranello for the main Ferrari Museum. After exploring both collections at your own speed, the shuttle returns you to Modena station and you train back to Bologna by evening. Train tickets, shuttle service, and both museum entries are included.

Step-by-step itinerary

Visit Ferrari Museums in Modena and Maranello

• Travel by train from Bologna to Modena
• Walk to Enzo Ferrari Museum
• Visit Enzo Ferrari Museum
• Take shuttle bus to Maranello
• Visit Ferrari Museum in Maranello
• Return by shuttle bus to Modena station
• Travel by train back to Bologna

The Experience

You're on the 8:15 regional train out of Bologna before the city fully wakes up, tickets already in your pocket. The Enzo Ferrari Museum in Modena is a ten-minute walk from the station: no transfers, no confusion, just you and the building where Enzo's story lives. The museum holds his personal office, sketches, early engines, and the cars that made him legendary. You move through at your own pace, no guide talking over the exhibits, no group stopping you to take photos.

After Modena, the included shuttle picks you up and drives you to Maranello, where the main Ferrari Museum sits on the edge of the factory itself. This is the bigger collection: race cars, trophies, the whole Formula 1 archive. You'll see the 250 GTO, the F40, the machines that won championships. The shuttle brings you back to Modena station when you're done, and the return train to Bologna leaves you home by evening. The whole day is self-guided, which means no fixed pace, no waiting for stragglers, no schedule except the trains you already have.

What makes this work is that everything's arranged: the train tickets from Bologna to Modena are yours, the shuttle between the two museums runs on a schedule you can count on, and both museum entries are paid. You're not buying tickets at windows or figuring out bus routes. The regional train is slow enough to see the Emilia-Romagna countryside roll past, and it's the kind of morning that makes you remember why you came to Italy in the first place.

What’s included

• Round-trip regional train tickets between Bologna and Modena.
• Enzo Ferrari Museum entrance ticket in Modena.
• Ferrari Museum entrance ticket in Maranello.
• shuttle bus service connecting Modena train station to both museums and back to the station.

Days and timesDaily · 09:00

Ages13 to 98 years · 6 to 12 years · Under 6 — Free

Meeting point and pickupNo pickup · ends where it startsMeeting point, per the operator: “You will travel independently by regional train from Bologna to Modena using the train tickets provided by us. Once at Modena train station, you will reach the …”

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24h before the start. After that, no refund.

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Good to know

Easy physical levelStroller friendlyPets welcomePublic transport nearbyInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Bologna Tour & Best Italy Tour

Is this one for you?Right for Ferrari enthusiasts or motorsport fans who want to see both museums without arranging transport or tickets separately. The self-guided format means you spend your time looking at cars, not figuring out logistics.

Top questions

Can children come?

6 to 12 years; under 6, free.

How long does the train ride from Bologna to Modena take?

The regional train journey is approximately 30–40 minutes, depending on the service.

Is the shuttle bus between Modena and Maranello included?

Yes, the shuttle bus connecting Modena train station to both Ferrari Museums is included in the package.

Can I visit the museums at my own pace?

Yes, both museums are self-guided visits. You move through at your own speed with no fixed group schedule.

What time should I plan to leave Bologna?

You travel independently by train, so you can choose from available regional train departures. Plan for a full day to visit both museums and return to Bologna by evening.

Do I need to book the shuttle bus separately?

No, the shuttle bus tickets are included in your package. The bus runs on a set schedule between the museums and Modena station.

Is there a guide on this tour?

No, this is a self-guided experience. You explore both museums independently without a guide.

What if I want to spend more time in one museum?

Since it's self-guided, you control your own timing. The shuttle runs on a schedule, so check departure times to plan your visit length accordingly.