The cheapest and fastest trains from Alba to Bologna
Cheapest price
$101
Average price
$101
Fastest journey
3 h 57 m
Average duration
3 h 59 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
222 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Alba to Bologna is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Alba to Bologna will cost around $101 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $101.
It's difficult to get from Alba to Bologna without transferring at least once.










Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Alba to Bologna
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Alba to Bologna among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €32. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 32m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €32, and a train costs an average of €83.
Distance: 137 miles (222 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
€83 Average price | €32 Average price Cheapest |
3h 2m Average total duration Fastest 2h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 30m Average total duration 5h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Alba to Bologna train times
The table below shows live departures for Alba to Bologna trains for tomorrow, Friday, November 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:07 AM Alba | 4h02 | 10:09 AM Bologna | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 7:07 AM Alba | 4h02 | 11:09 AM Bologna | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 8:07 AM Alba | 4h17 | 12:24 PM Bologna | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 9:07 AM Alba | 4h17 | 1:24 PM Bologna | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 11:07 AM Alba | 4h17 | 3:24 PM Bologna | 1 transfer |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Alba to Bologna
Trains from Alba to Bologna run on average 3 times per day, taking around 2h 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $102 (€83) but you can travel from only $39 (€32) by bus.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:42, the last at 20:46. The fastest train covers the 137 miles (222 km) distance in 3h 57m.
Distance 137 miles (222 km) |
Average train duration 2h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price $102 (€83) |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 3h 57m |
First train 06:42 |
Last train 20:46 |
Train companies: Italo, Regionale from Alba to Bologna trainsItalo, Regionale trains will get you between Alba and Bologna from $39 (€32). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Alba to Bologna
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Alba to Bologna by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Bologna, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Alba to Bologna
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00
- Free Wi-Fi.
- Luggage facility, open daily from 07:00 to 22:00, is located in front of binario 7 Ovest (Track 7 West).
- Burger King
- A Cafè
- VyTA Boulangerie
- Venchi
- Scambio
- Juice Bar
- KFC
- Dispensa Emilia
- Lavazza
- Mokà
- & more
- Accessible facilities including barrier-free restrooms, elevators and ramps. Sala Blu mobility assistance available from 07:45 to 22:30 with advanced one-hour notice.
- Starhotels Excelsior
- Millenn Hotel Bologna
- UNA Hotels
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00
- Customer service center is on the ground floor and open every day from 06:30 to 23:00.
- Bus lines: 21, 25, 30, 36, 61, 62, 77, BLQ
- Monorail lines: Marconi Express
- Train lines: FR, FA, FB, IC, ICN, R, Italo, ÖBB EC, EN
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