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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Bern to Bologna Centrale
Cheapest price on Sep 18
€88
Average ticket price on Sep 18
€88
Fastest journey on Sep 18
5 h 59 m
Average journey duration on Sep 18
5 h 59 m
Trains on Sep 18
1
Distance
406 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bern 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 Bern to Bologna Centrale will cost around €88 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €88.
On Fri, Sep 18, we found 1 trains from Bern to Bologna Centrale, including 1 direct services.
On Fri, Sep 18 the direct trains cover the 406 km distance in an average of 5 h 59 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 59 m .
On Fri, Sep 18 the slowest trains will take 5 h 59 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.
5:34 PM5h59Bern11:33 PMBologna Centrale€881One-way0 transfers
- 5:34 PM5h59Bern11:33 PMBologna Centrale€881One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Bern to Bologna Centrale
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bern to Bologna Centrale among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €92 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 30m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €92, while a flight costs an average of €179.
Distance: 252 miles (406 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€92 Average price | €179 Average price | €92 Average price Cheapest | €98 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 37m Average total duration 5h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 30m Average total duration Fastest 3h 30m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 13h 38m Average total duration 13h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 20m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular airline |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Bern to Bologna Centrale:
A bus is €0.06 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bern to Bologna Centrale costing on average €92.
A bus is €86 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bern to Bologna Centrale costing on average €179.
Other travel options to Bologna Centrale take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 7m.
Bus takes on average 13h 8m.
The journey is about 1h 13m faster (5h 7m by train vs 6h 20m by car) and roughly €6 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (€92 vs €98). 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
Bern to Bologna Centrale train times
The table below shows live departures for Bern to Bologna Centrale trains for today, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4:34 PM Bern | 5h59 | 10:33 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 5:34 PM Bern | 5h59 | 11:33 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bern to Bologna Centrale
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Trains from Bern to Bologna Centrale run on average 6 times per day, taking around 5h 7m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €23 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:34, the last at 16:34. The fastest train covers the 252 miles (406 km) distance in 4h 25m.
Distance 252 miles (406 km) |
Average train duration 5h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price €23 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 4h 25m |
First train 5:34 AM |
Last train 4:34 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Train companies: Trenitalia from Bern to Bologna Centrale trainsTrenitalia trains will get you between Bern and Bologna Centrale from €23. 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 Bern to Bologna Centrale
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bern 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 Bern to Bologna Centrale
Most Bern to Bologna Centrale trains use the Bern Hauptbahnhof to Bologna Centrale station pair. Use this guide to compare Bern and Bologna Centrale train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Bern Hauptbahnhof from Bern city centre
Bern Hauptbahnhof train station facilities and services
Bern Hauptbahnhof 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, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Lötschberg, Tibits Bern Gurtengasse
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bern Hauptbahnhof. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Bern Hauptbahnhof. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bern Hauptbahnhof: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bern Hauptbahnhof: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bern Hauptbahnhof: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Schweizerhof Bern & Spa, Hotel Savoy Bern, Best Western Plus Hotel Bern.
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.
Most popular train connections from Bern
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