The cheapest and fastest trains from Bologna Centrale to Bolzano/Bozen
Cheapest price
$38
Average price
$48
Fastest journey
2 h 32 m
Average duration
2 h 33 m
Trains per day
21
Distance
221 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bologna Centrale to Bolzano/Bozen 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 Bolzano/Bozen will cost around $48 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $38.
Of the 21 trains that leave Bologna Centrale for Bolzano/Bozen on Thu, May 07, 14 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, May 07 the direct trains cover the 221 km distance in an average of 2 h 33 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 32 m .
On Thu, May 07 the slowest trains will take 2 h 37 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.
Regionale Veloce 38442:10 PM3h20Bologna Centrale5:30 PMBolzano/Bozen$381One-way0 transfers
Regionale Veloce 37608:05 PM3h34Bologna Centrale11:39 PMBolzano/Bozen$381One-way0 transfers
Regionale Veloce 38464:10 PM3h20Bologna Centrale7:30 PMBolzano/Bozen$381One-way0 transfers
Regionale Veloce 38486:10 PM3h20Bologna Centrale9:30 PMBolzano/Bozen$381One-way0 transfers
Regionale 16038 · Regionale 166907:10 PM4h22Bologna Centrale11:32 PMBolzano/Bozen$381One-way1 transfer
FRECCIAROSSA 85247:16 PM2h32Bologna Centrale9:48 PMBolzano/Bozen$591One-way0 transfers
FRECCIAROSSA 850611:16 AM2h32Bologna Centrale1:48 PMBolzano/Bozen$591One-way0 transfers
FRECCIAROSSA 85268:16 PM2h32Bologna Centrale10:48 PMBolzano/Bozen$591One-way0 transfers
FRECCIAROSSA 85091:16 PM2h32Bologna Centrale3:48 PMBolzano/Bozen$591One-way0 transfers
89549:46 AM2h37Bologna Centrale12:23 PMBolzano/Bozen$541One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and ferry for Bologna Centrale to Bolzano/Bozen
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bologna Centrale to Bolzano/Bozen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from $10. For those with little time consider booking a ferry which can get you there in 21m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of $10, and a train costs an average of $25.
Distance: 137 miles (221 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Ferry | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$40 Average price | $19 Average price | $10 Average price Cheapest | $83 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 35m Average total duration 3h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 12m Average total duration 3h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 21m Average total duration Fastest 21m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 2h 40m 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 Bolzano/Bozen:
A ferry is $9 (€7) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Bologna Centrale to Bolzano/Bozen costing on average $19 (€15).
A ferry is $29 (€23) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bologna Centrale to Bolzano/Bozen costing on average $40 (€32).
Other travel options to Bolzano/Bozen take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 5m.
Bus takes on average 3h 42m.
Tickets start at around {cheapestPrice} compared to roughly {drivingPriceInCents} in fuel and tolls — a saving of about {savingsAmount}. The journey takes {durationInMinutes} versus {drivingDurationInMinutes} 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.
Direct services run with Frecciarossa, Regionale, Italo, Intercity, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC).
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Bologna Centrale to Bolzano/Bozen train times
The table below shows live departures for Bologna Centrale to Bolzano/Bozen trains for today, Wednesday, May 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FRECCIAROSSA 8526 | 8:16 PM Bologna Centrale | 2h32 | 10:48 PM Bolzano/Bozen | 0 transfersDirect | |
8966 | 8:46 PM Bologna Centrale | 2h37 | 11:23 PM Bolzano/Bozen | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, May 7 | |||||
Regionale TTPER 17870 · Regionale 16604 | 5:20 AM Bologna Centrale | 4h05 | 9:25 AM Bolzano/Bozen | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 16032 · Regionale Veloce 3462 | 6:05 AM Bologna Centrale | 3h25 | 9:30 AM Bolzano/Bozen | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3458 · Regionale 16638 | 7:10 AM Bologna Centrale | 3h33 | 10:43 AM Bolzano/Bozen | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3466 · Regionale 16684 | 8:10 AM Bologna Centrale | 5h17 | 1:27 PM Bolzano/Bozen | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8502 | 9:16 AM Bologna Centrale | 2h40 | 11:56 AM Bolzano/Bozen | 0 transfersDirect | |
8954 | 9:46 AM Bologna Centrale | 2h37 | 12:23 PM Bolzano/Bozen | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 16036 · Regionale 16694 | 11:10 AM Bologna Centrale | 4h15 | 3:25 PM Bolzano/Bozen | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8506 | 11:16 AM Bologna Centrale | 2h32 | 1:48 PM Bolzano/Bozen | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 3842 | 12:05 PM Bologna Centrale | 3h25 | 3:30 PM Bolzano/Bozen | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8509 | 1:16 PM Bologna Centrale | 2h32 | 3:48 PM Bolzano/Bozen | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3844 | 2:10 PM Bologna Centrale | 3h20 | 5:30 PM Bolzano/Bozen | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9420 · FRECCIAROSSA 9744+ Regionale 16712 | 3:01 PM Bologna Centrale | 4h24 | 7:25 PM Bolzano/Bozen | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3846 | 4:10 PM Bologna Centrale | 3h20 | 7:30 PM Bolzano/Bozen | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 610 | 5:03 PM Bologna Centrale | 3h28 | 8:31 PM Bolzano/Bozen | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8520 | 5:16 PM Bologna Centrale | 2h42 | 7:58 PM Bolzano/Bozen | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3848 | 6:10 PM Bologna Centrale | 3h20 | 9:30 PM Bolzano/Bozen | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 16038 · Regionale 16690 | 7:10 PM Bologna Centrale | 4h22 | 11:32 PM Bolzano/Bozen | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8524 | 7:16 PM Bologna Centrale | 2h32 | 9:48 PM Bolzano/Bozen | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3760 | 8:05 PM Bologna Centrale | 3h34 | 11:39 PM Bolzano/Bozen | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bologna Centrale to Bolzano/Bozen
Trains from Bologna Centrale to Bolzano/Bozen run on average 10 times per day, taking around 3h 5m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $25 (€20) but you can travel from only $10 (€8) by ferry.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 08:46, the last at 19:46. The fastest train covers the 137 miles (221 km) distance in 2h 37m.
Distance 137 miles (221 km) |
Average train duration 3h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price $25 (€20) |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 2h 37m |
First train 8:46 AM |
Last train 7:46 PM |
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Train companies: Frecciarossa, Regionale, Italo, Intercity, Frecciargento, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) from Bologna Centrale to Bolzano/Bozen trainsFrecciarossa, Regionale, Italo, Intercity, Frecciargento, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) trains will get you between Bologna Centrale and Bolzano/Bozen from $10 (€8). 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 Bolzano/Bozen
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bologna Centrale to Bolzano/Bozen 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 Bolzano/Bozen, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Bologna Centrale to Bolzano/Bozen
- 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
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible from Piazza della Stazione.
- Restaurant Laurin
- Restaurant Anita
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €1
- Parkhotel Laurin
- Hotel Greif
- Four Points by Sheraton Bolzano
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-5 for trains to Austria, Germany, and regional destinations
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Regional and long-distance trains
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