The cheapest and fastest trains from Arona station to Bologna Centrale
Cheapest price on Aug 29
$30
Average ticket price on Aug 29
$30
Fastest journey on Aug 29
4 h 23 m
Average journey duration on Aug 29
4 h 23 m
Trains on Aug 29
1
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.
On Sat, Aug 29, we found 1 trains from Arona station to Bologna Centrale, including 1 direct services.
On Sat, Aug 29 the direct trains cover the 259 km distance in an average of 4 h 23 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 23 m .
On Sat, Aug 29 the slowest trains will take 4 h 23 m 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.
7:15 PM4h23Arona station11:38 PMBologna Centrale$301One-way0 transfers
7:15 PM4h23Arona station11:38 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 train, with an average ticket price of $21 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 15m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $21, while a bus costs an average of $24.
Distance: 160 miles (259 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
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$21 Average price Cheapest | $24 Average price | $45 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 15m Average total duration Fastest 2h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 36m Average total duration 4h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 5m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Arona station to Bologna Centrale:
A train is $3 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Arona station to Bologna Centrale costing on average $24.
A train is $1090 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Arona station to Bologna Centrale costing on average $1111.
Other travel options to Bologna Centrale take longer:
Flight takes on average 3h 32m.
Bus takes on average 4h 6m.
The journey is about 20m faster (2h 45m by train vs 3h 5m by car) and roughly $24 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($21 vs $45). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Arona station to Bologna Centrale train times
The table below shows live departures for Arona station to Bologna Centrale trains for today, Friday, August 28. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 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
Trains from Arona station to Bologna Centrale run on average 109 times per day, taking around 2h 45m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $8 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 14:35, the last at 14:35. The fastest train covers the 160 miles (259 km) distance in 2h 4m.
Distance 160 miles (259 km) |
Average train duration 2h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price $8 |
Trains per day 109 |
Fastest train 2h 4m |
First train 2:35 PM |
Last train 2:35 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Train companies: Italo, Frecciarossa, Regionale, Intercity, Intercity Notte from Arona station to Bologna Centrale trainsItalo, Frecciarossa, Regionale, Intercity, Intercity Notte trains will get you between Arona station and Bologna Centrale from $9. 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
Most Arona station to Bologna Centrale trains use the Arona to Bologna Centrale station pair. Use this guide to compare Arona station and Bologna Centrale train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Arona from Arona city centre
Arona train station facilities and services
Arona has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Villa Rocchetta, Ristorante Vecchia Arona
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Arona. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Arona. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Arona: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Arona: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Arona: Ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Concorde, Hotel Antares, Hotel Atlantic.
Getting to Bologna Centrale from Bologna city centre
Bologna Centrale is 1 km from Bologna city centre. Public transport options include:
Bologna Centrale train station facilities and services
Bologna Centrale has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Burger King, A Cafè, VyTA Boulangerie, Venchi, Scambio, Juice Bar, KFC, Dispensa Emilia, Lavazza, Mokà, & more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. . ATMs are aTM is located in the main hall.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00. Information desks are customer service center is on the ground floor and open every day from 06:30 to 23:00.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is luggage facility, open daily from 07:00 to 22:00, is located in front of binario 7 Ovest (Track 7 West).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bologna Centrale: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bologna Centrale: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bologna Centrale: 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.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Starhotels Excelsior, Millenn Hotel Bologna, UNA Hotels.
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