The cheapest and fastest trains from Bologna Centrale to Paola
Cheapest price
$75
Average price
$75
Fastest journey
13 h 35 m
Average duration
13 h 35 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
691 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bologna Centrale to Paola 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 will cost around $75 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $75.
Of the 1 trains that leave Bologna Centrale for Paola on Fri, Nov 07, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Nov 07 the direct trains cover the 691 km distance in an average of 13 h 35 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 13 h 35 m .
On Fri, Nov 07 the slowest trains will take 13 h 35 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.


Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Bologna Centrale to Paola
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bologna Centrale to Paola among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €21. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 6h 57m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €21, and a flight costs an average of €25.
Distance: 429 miles (691 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€72 Average price | €45 Average price Cheapest | €104 Average price |
8h 24m Average total duration 7h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 48m Average total duration 10h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 57m Average total duration Fastest 6h 57m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Bologna Centrale to Paola train times
The table below shows live departures for Bologna Centrale to Paola trains for today, Thursday, November 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 1:57 PM Bologna Centrale | 6h25 | 8:22 PM Paola | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:21 PM Bologna Centrale | 12h59 | 3:20 AM Paola | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:05 PM Bologna Centrale | 11h39 | 8:44 AM Paola | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, November 7 | |||||
![]() | 6:24 AM Bologna Centrale | 13h35 | 7:59 PM Paola | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bologna Centrale to Paola
Distance 429 miles (691 km) |
Average train duration 7h 54m |
Cheapest ticket price $61 (€50) |
Trains per day 16 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 6h 5m |
First train 05:43 |
Last train 21:05 |
Key Takeaways
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from Bologna Centrale to Paola start from as low as $61 (€50) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $88 (€72) depending on the train type and class.
Train companies: Frecciarossa, Italo, Intercity Notte, Intercity, Frecciargento from Bologna Centrale to Paola trainsFrecciarossa, Italo, Intercity Notte, Intercity, Frecciargento trains will get you between Bologna Centrale and Paola from $26 (€21). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Frecciarossa
Italo
Intercity Notte
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Frecciargento
FAQs: Trains from Bologna Centrale to Paola
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bologna Centrale to Paola 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Bologna Centrale to Paola
- 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 - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible from Via della Stazione.
- Ristorante La Piazzetta
- Trattoria del Mare
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Hotel Blumentag
- Hotel Sant'Agostino
- Hotel Alhambra
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and platforms
- Hall 2: waiting area and shops
- Bus: Several local lines available
- Train: Regional and long-distance services
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