- Must visit
Accademia Carrara
The city’s major art museum displays Italian paintings from the Renaissance to the 19th century in a refined hilltop setting.
Cheapest price on Sep 20
€17
Average ticket price on Sep 20
€20
Fastest journey on Sep 20
3 h 44 m
Average journey duration on Sep 20
3 h 45 m
Trains on Sep 20
4
Distance
187 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bologna Centrale to Bergamo is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bologna Centrale to Bergamo will cost around €20 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €17.
On Sun, Sep 20, we found 4 trains from Bologna Centrale to Bergamo, including 4 direct services.
On Sun, Sep 20 the direct trains cover the 187 km distance in an average of 3 h 45 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 44 m .
On Sun, Sep 20 the slowest trains will take 3 h 48 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.








Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bologna Centrale to Bergamo among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €19 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 1m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €19, while a flight costs an average of €479.
Distance: 116 miles (187 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
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€23 Average price | €19 Average price Cheapest | €479 Average price | €55 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 1m Average total duration Fastest 2h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 26m Average total duration 3h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 30m Average total duration 3h 30m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 2h 20m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Bologna Centrale to Bergamo:
A bus is €4 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bologna Centrale to Bergamo costing on average €23.
A bus is €460 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bologna Centrale to Bergamo costing on average €479.
Other travel options to Bergamo take longer:
Flight takes on average 3h 30m.
Bus takes on average 3h 56m.
Tickets start at around €23 compared to roughly €55 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €32. The journey takes 2h 31m versus 2h 20m 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.
The table below shows live departures for Bologna Centrale to Bergamo trains for tomorrow, Sunday, September 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 8:10 AM Bologna Centrale | 3h44 | 11:54 AM Bergamo | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:05 AM Bologna Centrale | 3h48 | 12:53 PM Bergamo | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:10 PM Bologna Centrale | 3h44 | 7:54 PM Bergamo | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:10 PM Bologna Centrale | 3h44 | 8:54 PM Bergamo | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Bologna Centrale to Bergamo run on average 78 times per day, taking around 2h 31m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €5 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 06:33, the last at 16:50. The fastest train covers the 116 miles (187 km) distance in 1h 48m.
Distance 116 miles (187 km) |
Average train duration 2h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price €5 |
Trains per day 78 |
Fastest train 1h 48m |
First train 6:33 AM |
Last train 4:50 PM |
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Discover the best of Bergamo — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Bergamo trip today.
The city’s major art museum displays Italian paintings from the Renaissance to the 19th century in a refined hilltop setting.
This modern and contemporary art gallery complements Accademia Carrara with Italian masters, sculpture, and rotating exhibitions.
Housed in a medieval convent, this museum presents Bergamo’s archaeology, urban history, and Venetian-era development.
Bergamo’s elegant central square is lined with historic buildings and cafes, making it the essential starting point in Città Alta.
This broad square by major churches and civic landmarks is one of the city’s most atmospheric places for architecture and photos.
The UNESCO-listed walls encircle the upper town with scenic walks, bastions, and exceptional panoramic viewpoints over Bergamo.
Pasta ribbons with butter, sage, pancetta and crispy bacon, a signature Bergamo first course linked to local peasant cooking.
Rustic cornmeal dish often served soft or grilled with local cheeses, sausages or stews; a cornerstone of Bergamo and Lombardy cuisine.
Creamy risotto cooked with Taleggio, the famous local washed-rind cheese from the Bergamo valleys, prized for its rich aroma.
Elegant fine dining in Upper Town with creative Italian cuisine, polished service and panoramic surroundings in a historic setting.
Established pastry shop and café famous for Polenta E Osei cake and other Bergamo sweets, ideal for a traditional dessert stop.
Historic traditional restaurant in Città Alta known for Bergamasque classics, warm rustic rooms and a long local reputation.
Moderate for northern Italy. Hotels and dining cost more than smaller towns, but local buses, airport transit, and casual meals stay fairly manageable for tourists.
Service is often included or covered by coperto. Round up or leave €1-2 at cafés, 5-10% for great restaurant service, and round up taxi fares.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bologna Centrale to Bergamo 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 Bergamo, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Bologna Centrale to Bergamo trains use the Bologna Centrale to Bergamo station pair, with some services arriving at Bergamo Ospedale. Use this guide to compare Bologna Centrale and Bergamo train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Bologna Centrale is 1 km from Bologna city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options include: Burger King, A Cafè, VyTA Boulangerie, Venchi, Scambio, Juice Bar, KFC, Dispensa Emilia, Lavazza, Mokà, & more
Free Wi-Fi. . ATMs are aTM is located in the main hall.
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 storage is luggage facility, open daily from 07:00 to 22:00, is located in front of binario 7 Ovest (Track 7 West).
Available at Bologna Centrale: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bologna Centrale: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
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.
Nearby hotels include Starhotels Excelsior, Millenn Hotel Bologna, UNA Hotels.
Bergamo has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Ristorante La Bruschetta, Osteria D'Ambrosio
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Bergamo. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Bergamo. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bergamo: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bergamo: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bergamo: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Excelsior San Marco, Mercure Bergamo Centro Palazzo Dolci, Hotel Cappello d'Oro.
Bergamo Ospedale is 2 km from Bergamo city centre. Public transport options include:
Bergamo Ospedale has practical services for this route, including Dining, Accessibility, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Bergamo Ospedale.
Available at Bergamo Ospedale: Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bergamo Ospedale: Elevators, ramps.
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