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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Arona station to Bologna Centrale
Cheapest price
$30
Average price
$30
Fastest journey
4 h 30 m
Average duration
4 h 45 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
259 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Arona station to Bologna Centrale is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Arona station to Bologna Centrale will cost around $30 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $30.
Of the 2 trains that leave Arona station for Bologna Centrale on Fri, May 29, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, May 29 the direct trains cover the 259 km distance in an average of 4 h 45 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 30 m .
On Fri, May 29 the slowest trains will take 5 h and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
3:35 PM4h30Arona station8:05 PMBologna Centrale$301One-way0 transfers- 10:15 AM5h00Arona station3:15 PMBologna Centrale$301One-way0 transfers
- 3:35 PM4h30Arona station8:05 PMBologna Centrale$301One-way0 transfers
- 10:15 AM5h00Arona station3:15 PMBologna Centrale$301One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Arona station to Bologna Centrale
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Arona station to Bologna Centrale among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 12m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $7, and a train costs an average of $29.
Distance: 160 miles (259 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$29 Average price | $13 Average price Cheapest | $45 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 42m Average total duration Fastest 3h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 33m Average total duration 4h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 5m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Arona station to Bologna Centrale:
A bus is $17 (€13) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Arona station to Bologna Centrale costing on average $29 (€24).
Other travel options to Bologna Centrale take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 3m.
Tickets start at around $29 (€24) compared to roughly $45 (€36) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $16 (€13). The journey takes 3h 12m versus 3h 5m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Arona station to Bologna Centrale train times
The table below shows live departures for Arona station to Bologna Centrale trains for tomorrow, Friday, May 29. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10:15 AM Arona station | 5h00 | 3:15 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 3:35 PM Arona station | 4h30 | 8:05 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Arona station to Bologna Centrale
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Trains from Arona station to Bologna Centrale run on average 30 times per day, taking around 3h 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $29 (€23) but you can travel from only $7 (€6) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 03:42, the last at 19:15. The fastest train covers the 160 miles (259 km) distance in 4h 23m.
Distance 160 miles (259 km) |
Average train duration 3h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price $29 (€23) |
Trains per day 30 |
Fastest train 4h 23m |
First train 3:42 AM |
Last train 7:15 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Train companies: Frecciarossa, Regionale, Intercity Notte from Arona station to Bologna Centrale trainsFrecciarossa, Regionale, Intercity Notte trains will get you between Arona station and Bologna Centrale from $7 (€6). 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 Arona station to Bologna Centrale
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Arona station to Bologna Centrale 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 Centrale, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Arona station to Bologna Centrale
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Information Desk
Luggage Carts
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available near the station, with both short-term and long-term options.
- Villa Rocchetta
- Ristorante Vecchia Arona
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- €0.50
- Hotel Concorde
- Hotel Antares
- Hotel Atlantic
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and platforms
- Hall 2: waiting area and shops
- Bus: Several local lines available
- Ferry: Connections to other towns on Lake Maggiore
WifiLockersParkingDining
ATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike Rental
Car RentalInformation Desk- 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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