The cheapest and fastest trains from Bellinzona to Paola
Cheapest price
$235
Average price
$277
Fastest journey
8 h 41 m
Average duration
11 h 34 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
951 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bellinzona to Paola is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bellinzona to Paola will cost around $277 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $235.
It's difficult to get from Bellinzona to Paola without transferring at least 2 times.
9:16 PM17h28Bellinzona2:44 PMPaola$2351One-way2 transfers
6:41 AM10h23Bellinzona5:04 PMPaola$2721One-way2 transfers
8:44 AM9h45Bellinzona6:29 PMPaola$3001One-way2 transfers
12:44 PM8h41Bellinzona9:25 PMPaola$3001One-way2 transfers
12:44 PM8h41Bellinzona9:25 PMPaola$3001One-way2 transfers
8:44 AM9h45Bellinzona6:29 PMPaola$3001One-way2 transfers
6:41 AM10h23Bellinzona5:04 PMPaola$2721One-way2 transfers
9:16 PM17h28Bellinzona2:44 PMPaola$2351One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Bellinzona to Paola
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bellinzona to Paola among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $167. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 11h 23m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $167, and a train costs an average of $235.
Distance: 590 miles (951 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$278 Average price | $167 Average price Cheapest | $252 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
11h 53m Average total duration Fastest 11h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 19h 45m Average total duration 19h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 56m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Bellinzona to Paola:
A bus is $111 (€91) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bellinzona to Paola costing on average $278 (€229).
Other travel options to Paola take longer:
Bus takes on average 19h 15m.
You'll arrive about 33m sooner (11h 23m by train vs 11h 56m by car). Tickets start at around $278 (€229) compared to roughly $252 (€208) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Bellinzona to Paola train times
The table below shows live departures for Bellinzona to Paola trains for today, Tuesday, June 23. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 9:16 PM Bellinzona | 17h28 | 2:44 PM Paola | 2 transfers | |
| Wednesday, June 24 | |||||
![]() | 6:41 AM Bellinzona | 10h23 | 5:04 PM Paola | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 8:44 AM Bellinzona | 9h45 | 6:29 PM Paola | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 12:44 PM Bellinzona | 8h41 | 9:25 PM Paola | 2 transfers | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bellinzona to Paola
Trains from Bellinzona to Paola run on average 4 times per day, taking around 11h 23m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $235 (€194) but you can travel from only $167 (€138) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:17, the last at 21:28. The fastest train covers the 590 miles (951 km) distance in 8h 41m.
Distance 590 miles (951 km) |
Average train duration 11h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price $235 (€194) |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 8h 41m |
First train 12:17 AM |
Last train 9:28 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Train companies: Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), Trenord from Bellinzona to Paola trainsSwiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), Trenord trains will get you between Bellinzona and Paola from $167 (€138). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)
Trenord
FAQs: Trains from Bellinzona to Paola
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bellinzona to Paola 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 Paola, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Bellinzona to Paola
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. Departures can be made outside of opening hours. Access via Viale Stazione
- Ristorante Casa del Popolo
- Ristorante Locanda Orico
- Outside the main entrance
- Elevators, ramps
- CHF 1
- Hotel Internazionale Bellinzona
- Hotel & SPA Internazionale
- Hotel Unione
- Located in the main hall
- 300 places, covered
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-5 for trains to regional and international destinations
- Train: SBB InterCity, RegioExpress
- Bus: Several lines available
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible from Via della Stazione
- Ristorante La Piazzetta
- Trattoria del Mare
- Outside the main entrance
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms
- €1
- Hotel Blumentag
- Hotel Sant'Agostino
- Hotel Alhambra
- 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
- Train: Regional and long-distance services
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