The cheapest and fastest trains from Bern to Bologna Centrale
Cheapest price
$161
Average price
$174
Fastest journey
5 h 20 m
Average duration
6 h 34 m
Trains per day
5
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 $174 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $161.
It's difficult to get from Bern to Bologna Centrale without transferring at least 3 times.
4:07 PM5h47Bern9:54 PMBologna Centrale$1611One-way3 transfers
9:34 PM10h15Bern7:49 AMBologna Centrale$1611One-way3 transfers
2:07 PM5h47Bern7:54 PMBologna Centrale$1621One-way3 transfers
1:07 PM5h42Bern6:49 PMBologna Centrale$1921One-way3 transfers
3:34 PM5h20Bern8:54 PMBologna Centrale$1921One-way3 transfers
3:34 PM5h20Bern8:54 PMBologna Centrale$1921One-way3 transfers
1:07 PM5h42Bern6:49 PMBologna Centrale$1921One-way3 transfers
2:07 PM5h47Bern7:54 PMBologna Centrale$1621One-way3 transfers
4:07 PM5h47Bern9:54 PMBologna Centrale$1611One-way3 transfers
9:34 PM10h15Bern7:49 AMBologna Centrale$1611One-way3 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, 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 prices starting from $52. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 47m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $52, and a flight costs an average of $266.
Distance: 252 miles (406 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
$118 Average price | $110 Average price Cheapest | $345 Average price |
5h 17m Average total duration Fastest 4h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 50m Average total duration 9h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 45m Average total duration 8h 45m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Bern to Bologna Centrale train times
The table below shows live departures for Bern to Bologna Centrale trains for today, Monday, May 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 12:34 PM Bern | 6h48 | 7:22 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bern to Bologna Centrale
Trains from Bern to Bologna Centrale run on average 5 times per day, taking around 4h 47m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $81 (€65) but you can travel from only $52 (€42) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 06:34, the last at 17:34. The fastest train covers the 252 miles (406 km) distance in 5h 59m.
Distance 252 miles (406 km) |
Average train duration 4h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price $81 (€65) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 5h 59m |
First train 6:34 AM |
Last train 5:34 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Train companies: Trenitalia, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) from Bern to Bologna Centrale trainsTrenitalia, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) trains will get you between Bern and Bologna Centrale from $52 (€42). 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
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, 24 hours a day. Access via Parkterrasse or Schanzenstrasse.
- Restaurant Lötschberg
- Tibits Bern Gurtengasse
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- CHF 1
- Hotel Schweizerhof Bern & Spa
- Hotel Savoy Bern
- Best Western Plus Hotel Bern
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- 1,000 places, mostly covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-12 for long-distance and regional trains
- Hall 2: S-Bahn platforms
- Hall 3: Tram and bus connections
- Tram: Line 3, Line 6, Line 7, Line 8, Line 9
- Bus: Several lines available
- 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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