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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Basel SBB to Bologna Centrale
Cheapest price
$163
Average price
$163
Fastest journey
7 h 7 m
Average duration
7 h 26 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
445 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Basel SBB 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 Basel SBB to Bologna Centrale will cost around $163 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $163.
Of the 2 trains that leave Basel SBB for Bologna Centrale on Sat, Mar 21, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Mar 21 the direct trains cover the 445 km distance in an average of 7 h 26 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 7 h 7 m .
On Sat, Mar 21 the slowest trains will take 7 h 44 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.
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Basel SBB to Bologna Centrale
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Basel SBB to Bologna Centrale among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $39. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 6h 3m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $39, and a flight costs an average of $211.
Distance: 276 miles (445 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
$146 Average price | $55 Average price Cheapest | $254 Average price |
6h 33m Average total duration Fastest 6h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 5m Average total duration 7h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 50m Average total duration 6h 50m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Basel SBB to Bologna Centrale train times
The table below shows live departures for Basel SBB to Bologna Centrale trains for today, Friday, March 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
EuroCity 173+ InterCityNotte 35567 | 2:04 PM Basel SBB | 7h46 | 9:50 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
EuroCity 173+ 9963 | 2:04 PM Basel SBB | 6h50 | 8:54 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| EuroCity 173+FRECCIAROSSA 9567 | 2:04 PM Basel SBB | 6h20 | 8:24 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
EuroCity 67+ Regionale Veloce 3045 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 2485 | 4:30 PM Basel SBB | 7h03 | 11:33 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
| Saturday, March 21 | |||||
| 9:28 AM Basel SBB | 7h44 | 5:12 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Basel SBB to Bologna Centrale
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Trains from Basel SBB to Bologna Centrale run on average 6 times per day, taking around 6h 3m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $79 (€64) but you can travel from only $39 (€31) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 09:28, the last at 16:30. The fastest train covers the 276 miles (445 km) distance in 6h 20m.
Distance 276 miles (445 km) |
Average train duration 6h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price $79 (€64) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 6h 20m |
First train 09:28 |
Last train 16:30 |
Train companies: Trenitalia, SBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) from Basel SBB to Bologna Centrale trainsTrenitalia, SBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) trains will get you between Basel SBB and Bologna Centrale from $39 (€31). 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 Basel SBB to Bologna Centrale
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Basel SBB 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 Basel SBB to Bologna Centrale
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
Luggage Carts
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible via Centralbahnstrasse.
- Restaurant Da Roberto
- Brasserie Bahnhof Basel
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 2
- Hotel Victoria
- Hotel Schweizerhof Basel
- GAIA Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- 800 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-5 for Swiss domestic trains
- Hall 2: platform 6-10 for international trains
- Hall 3: shopping and services area
- Tram: Line 1, Line 2, Line 8, Line 10, Line 11
- Bus: Several lines available
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar 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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