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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Bologna Centrale to Paola station
Cheapest price
$50
Average price
$104
Fastest journey
5 h 40 m
Average duration
6 h 3 m
Trains per day
22
Distance
691 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bologna Centrale to Paola station 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 Paola station will cost around $104 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $50.
Of the 22 trains that leave Bologna Centrale for Paola station on Sat, Jun 20, 13 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jun 20 the direct trains cover the 691 km distance in an average of 6 h 3 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 40 m .
On Sat, Jun 20 the slowest trains will take 6 h 23 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.
FRECCIAROSSA 957310:37 PM9h21Bologna Centrale7:58 AMPaola station$501One-way0 transfers
Intercity 15899:37 AM11h28Bologna Centrale9:05 PMPaola station$671One-way0 transfers- FRECCIAROSSA 957310:37 PM9h44Bologna Centrale8:21 AMPaola station$691One-way0 transfers
- Intercity 583 · Intercity 5558:54 AM11h28Bologna Centrale8:22 PMPaola station$741One-way1 transfer
- Intercity 597+
InterCityNotte 7954:21 PM13h01Bologna Centrale5:22 AMPaola station$741One-way1 transfer
- FRECCIAROSSA 96393:37 PM5h40Bologna Centrale9:17 PMPaola station$901One-way0 transfers
- FRECCIAROSSA 85193:47 PM5h56Bologna Centrale9:43 PMPaola station$981One-way0 transfers
- FRECCIAROSSA 84192:02 PM6h01Bologna Centrale8:03 PMPaola station$981One-way0 transfers
- FRECCIAROSSA 962312:07 PM6h14Bologna Centrale6:21 PMPaola station$1051One-way0 transfers
81433:57 PM6h23Bologna Centrale10:20 PMPaola station$1181One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Bologna Centrale to Paola station
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bologna Centrale to Paola station among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $24. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 7h 58m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $24, and a train costs an average of $42.
Distance: 429 miles (691 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$84 Average price | $39 Average price Cheapest | $228 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
8h 28m Average total duration Fastest 7h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 54m Average total duration 10h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 14m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Bologna Centrale to Paola station:
A bus is $46 (€37) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bologna Centrale to Paola station costing on average $84 (€69).
Other travel options to Paola station take longer:
Train takes on average 7h 58m.
Bus takes on average 10h 24m.
The journey is about 16m faster (7h 58m by train vs 8h 14m by car) and roughly $144 (€118) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($84 (€69) vs $228 (€187)). 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.
Direct services run with Frecciarossa, Italo, Intercity Notte.
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 Paola station train times
The table below shows live departures for Bologna Centrale to Paola station trains for today, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FRECCIAROSSA 9601 · FRECCIAROSSA 8863 | 6:37 AM Bologna Centrale | 6h07 | 12:44 PM Paola station | 1 transfer | |
| FRECCIAROSSA 9603+Intercity 551 | 7:07 AM Bologna Centrale | 7h56 | 3:03 PM Paola station | 1 transfer | |
| 8111 | 7:57 AM Bologna Centrale | 6h46 | 2:43 PM Paola station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Intercity 583 · Intercity 555 | 8:54 AM Bologna Centrale | 11h28 | 8:22 PM Paola station | 1 transfer | |
| FRECCIAROSSA 9613+Intercity 727 | 9:37 AM Bologna Centrale | 6h50 | 4:27 PM Paola station | 1 transfer | |
| FRECCIAROSSA 9583 | 10:27 AM Bologna Centrale | 6h33 | 5:00 PM Paola station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FRECCIAROSSA 9623 | 12:07 PM Bologna Centrale | 6h14 | 6:21 PM Paola station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FRECCIAROSSA 9587 | 12:27 PM Bologna Centrale | 7h01 | 7:28 PM Paola station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FRECCIAROSSA 9625 · FRECCIAROSSA 9587 | 12:37 PM Bologna Centrale | 6h51 | 7:28 PM Paola station | 1 transfer | |
| FRECCIAROSSA 8419 | 2:02 PM Bologna Centrale | 6h01 | 8:03 PM Paola station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FRECCIAROSSA 9631 · FRECCIAROSSA 8419 | 2:07 PM Bologna Centrale | 5h56 | 8:03 PM Paola station | 1 transfer | |
| FRECCIAROSSA 9639 | 3:37 PM Bologna Centrale | 5h40 | 9:17 PM Paola station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FRECCIAROSSA 8519 | 3:47 PM Bologna Centrale | 5h56 | 9:43 PM Paola station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8143 | 3:57 PM Bologna Centrale | 6h23 | 10:20 PM Paola station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Intercity 597+InterCityNotte 795 | 4:21 PM Bologna Centrale | 13h15 | 5:36 AM Paola station | 1 transfer | |
| FRECCIAROSSA 9661+Intercity 597+InterCityNotte 795 | 8:07 PM Bologna Centrale | 9h29 | 5:36 AM Paola station | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9437+InterCityNotte 1959+ Regionale 5550 | 9:02 PM Bologna Centrale | 10h06 | 7:08 AM Paola station | 2 transfers | |
| InterCityNotte 1963 | 10:00 PM Bologna Centrale | 11h31 | 9:31 AM Paola station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FRECCIAROSSA 9573 | 10:37 PM Bologna Centrale | 9h54 | 8:31 AM Paola station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, June 20 | |||||
| FRECCIAROSSA 8333+InterCityNotte 770 | 1:33 AM Bologna Centrale | 9h32 | 11:05 AM Paola station | 1 transfer | |
| InterCityNotte 770+Intercity 723 | 1:33 AM Bologna Centrale | 11h01 | 12:34 PM Paola station | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bologna Centrale to Paola station
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Trains from Bologna Centrale to Paola station run on average 14 times per day, taking around 7h 58m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $42 (€35) but you can travel from only $24 (€20) by bus.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:33, the last at 23:33. The fastest train covers the 429 miles (691 km) distance in 6h 23m.
Distance 429 miles (691 km) |
Average train duration 7h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price $42 (€35) |
Trains per day 14 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 6h 23m |
First train 12:33 AM |
Last train 11:33 PM |
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High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Least Busy Day Thu |
Train companies: Frecciarossa, Italo, Intercity, Intercity Notte, Frecciargento from Bologna Centrale to Paola station trainsFrecciarossa, Italo, Intercity, Intercity Notte, Frecciargento trains will get you between Bologna Centrale and Paola station from $24 (€20). 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 Paola station
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bologna Centrale to Paola station 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 Paola station, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Popular train stations from Bologna Centrale to Paola station
Most Bologna Centrale to Paola station trains use the Bologna Centrale to Paola station pair. Use this guide to compare Bologna Centrale and Paola station 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 Bologna Corticella from Bologna city centre
Bologna Corticella is 6 km from Bologna city centre. Public transport options include:
Bologna Corticella train station facilities and services
Bologna Corticella has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Bologna Corticella.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Bologna Corticella.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bologna Corticella: Parking, Taxis.
Bike and car services
Available at Bologna Corticella: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bologna Corticella.
Getting to Bologna San Ruffillo from Bologna city centre
Bologna San Ruffillo is 4 km from Bologna city centre. Public transport options include:
Bologna San Ruffillo train station facilities and services
Bologna San Ruffillo has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Bologna San Ruffillo.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bologna San Ruffillo: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bologna San Ruffillo: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bologna San Ruffillo: Ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include San Ruffillo House, Hotel Il Guercino, Hotel Porta San Mamolo.
Getting to Paola from Paola city centre
Paola train station facilities and services
Paola has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Ristorante La Piazzetta, Trattoria del Mare
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Paola. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Paola. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Paola: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Paola: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Paola: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Blumentag, Hotel Sant'Agostino, Hotel Alhambra.
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