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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Basel to Bologna Centrale
Cheapest price
€125
Average price
€142
Fastest journey
7 h 3 m
Average duration
7 h 33 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
447 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Basel 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 to Bologna Centrale will cost around €142 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €125.
Of the 2 trains that leave Basel for Bologna Centrale on Mon, Aug 03, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Aug 03 the direct trains cover the 447 km distance in an average of 7 h 33 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 7 h 3 m .
On Mon, Aug 03 the slowest trains will take 8 h 3 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.
10:07 AM8h03Basel6:10 PMBologna Centrale€1251One-way0 transfers- 3:30 PM7h03Basel10:33 PMBologna Centrale€1591One-way0 transfers
- 3:30 PM7h03Basel10:33 PMBologna Centrale€1591One-way0 transfers
- 10:07 AM8h03Basel6:10 PMBologna Centrale€1251One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Basel to Bologna Centrale
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Basel to Bologna Centrale among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €37. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 6h 25m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €37, and a train costs an average of €71.
Distance: 277 miles (447 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€127 Average price | €51 Average price Cheapest | €108 Average price | €167 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 55m Average total duration Fastest 6h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 48m Average total duration 8h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 14h 50m Average total duration 11h 50m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 6h 14m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Basel to Bologna Centrale:
A bus is €57 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Basel to Bologna Centrale costing on average €108.
A bus is €75 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Basel to Bologna Centrale costing on average €127.
Other travel options to Bologna Centrale take longer:
Bus takes on average 8h 18m.
Flight takes on average 11h 50m.
Tickets start at around €127 compared to roughly €167 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €40. The journey takes 6h 25m versus 6h 14m 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
Basel to Bologna Centrale train times
The table below shows live departures for Basel to Bologna Centrale trains for today, Sunday, August 2. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10:07 AM Basel | 8h03 | 6:10 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
 | 1:04 PM Basel | 6h20 | 7:24 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Basel to Bologna Centrale
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Trains from Basel to Bologna Centrale run on average 6 times per day, taking around 6h 25m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €71 but you can travel from only €37 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 09:07, the last at 16:30. The fastest train covers the 277 miles (447 km) distance in 6h 20m.
Distance 277 miles (447 km) |
Average train duration 6h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price €71 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 6h 20m |
First train 9:07 AM |
Last train 4:30 PM |
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Train companies: Trenitalia, SBB, Intercity, Regionale, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) from Basel to Bologna Centrale trainsTrenitalia, SBB, Intercity, Regionale, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) trains will get you between Basel and Bologna Centrale from €37. 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 to Bologna Centrale
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Basel 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 to Bologna Centrale
Most Basel to Bologna Centrale trains use the Basel SBB to Bologna Centrale station pair. Use this guide to compare Basel and Bologna Centrale train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Basel SBB from Basel city centre
Basel SBB is 1 km from Basel city centre. Public transport options include:
Basel SBB train station facilities and services
Basel SBB has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Da Roberto, Brasserie Bahnhof Basel
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Basel SBB. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Basel SBB. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Basel SBB: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Basel SBB: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Basel SBB: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Victoria, Hotel Schweizerhof Basel, GAIA Hotel.
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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