The cheapest and fastest trains from Bologna Centrale to Bern Hauptbahnhof
Cheapest price
$201
Average price
$201
Fastest journey
7 h 52 m
Average duration
7 h 52 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
407 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bologna Centrale to Bern Hauptbahnhof 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 Bern Hauptbahnhof will cost around $201 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $201.
It's difficult to get from Bologna Centrale to Bern Hauptbahnhof without transferring at least once.
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8249:06 AM7h52Bologna Centrale4:58 PMBern Hauptbahnhof$2011One-way1 transfer
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8249:06 AM7h52Bologna Centrale4:58 PMBern Hauptbahnhof$2011One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Bologna Centrale to Bern Hauptbahnhof
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bologna Centrale to Bern Hauptbahnhof among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $53. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 34m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $53, and a flight costs an average of $57.
Distance: 252 miles (407 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$128 Average price | $254 Average price | $91 Average price Cheapest | $199 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 4m Average total duration Fastest 4h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 58m Average total duration 4h 58m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 21h 34m Average total duration 21h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 3m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Bologna Centrale to Bern Hauptbahnhof:
A bus is $37 (€31) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bologna Centrale to Bern Hauptbahnhof costing on average $128 (€105).
A bus is $163 (€133) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bologna Centrale to Bern Hauptbahnhof costing on average $254 (€208).
Other travel options to Bern Hauptbahnhof take longer:
Flight takes on average 4h 58m.
Bus takes on average 21h 4m.
The journey is about 1h 29m faster (4h 34m by train vs 6h 3m by car) and roughly $71 (€58) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($128 (€105) vs $199 (€163)). 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
Bologna Centrale to Bern Hauptbahnhof train times
The table below shows live departures for Bologna Centrale to Bern Hauptbahnhof trains for tomorrow, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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30+ 824 | 9:06 AM Bologna Centrale | 7h52 | 4:58 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bologna Centrale to Bern Hauptbahnhof
Trains from Bologna Centrale to Bern Hauptbahnhof run on average 4 times per day, taking around 4h 34m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $67 (€55) but you can travel from only $53 (€44) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 06:50, the last at 14:36. The fastest train covers the 252 miles (407 km) distance in 4h 49m.
Distance 252 miles (407 km) |
Average train duration 4h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price $67 (€55) |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 4h 49m |
First train 6:50 AM |
Last train 2:36 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Train companies: Trenitalia, Frecciarossa, Italo from Bologna Centrale to Bern Hauptbahnhof trainsTrenitalia, Frecciarossa, Italo trains will get you between Bologna Centrale and Bern Hauptbahnhof from $53 (€44). 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 Bologna Centrale to Bern Hauptbahnhof
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bologna Centrale to Bern Hauptbahnhof 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 Bern Hauptbahnhof, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Popular train stations from Bologna Centrale to Bern Hauptbahnhof
Most Bologna Centrale to Bern Hauptbahnhof trains use the Bologna Centrale to Bern Hauptbahnhof station pair. Use this guide to compare Bologna Centrale and Bern Hauptbahnhof train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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.
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.
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