Originally Posted by
Concerto
And just while we're along the edges of active mileage runs, how do I avoid that super expensive train to BLQ Bologna airport from the city center? I see that there are alternative bus services that end up in urban areas near the airport, but I haven't quite worked out the best option. I'll be coming from the B&B Bentivogli in via Guiseppe Massarenti, which isn't exactly near the main station. Maybe time to splurge on an Uber (we will be two people)..
There's the bus 54 which takes normal tickets (1.50 / 6 daily) but only goes once an hour. Option if you can time it right.
Otherwise get to Birra on 81 or 91. They go every 15 minutes or so.
From Birra to the airport its about 10-15 minutes of walk, looks a bit sketchy in places as you have to cross under a highway, but there is a sidewalk all the way and you will probably see other people going the same way.
Another alternative: line 944 "Navetta Aeroporto". The ticket is 4 EUR and does not include transfer.
Originally Posted by
f0zzyNUE
take a look at the hilton london olypmia - now my choice of hotels in London - not the poshest one and not too central, but pricewise a good deal compared to all the other hotels
as I don't know your exact dates here the price overview for October - the hilton kensington is usually also quite cheap but a bit over the olympia one.
That looks good pricewise, not sure why didn't show up in my search. Location not ideal though workable. Will look into...