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Louvre Museum
The world's most visited museum, home to the Mona Lisa and vast collections spanning ancient civilizations to 19th-century art.
Cheapest price
€191
Average price
€265
Fastest journey
9 h 30 m
Average duration
11 h 30 m
Trains per day
18
Distance
838 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bologna Centrale to Paris 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 Paris will cost around €265 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €191.
It's difficult to get from Bologna Centrale to Paris without transferring at least once.
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FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9296Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Bologna Centrale to Paris among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €19. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 27m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €19, and a flight costs an average of €19.
Distance: 520 miles (838 km)
| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus | Driving |
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€101 Average price | €141 Average price | €55 Average price Cheapest | €343 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
8h 47m Average total duration 8h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 27m Average total duration Fastest 2h 27m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 15h 58m Average total duration 15h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 19m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Bologna Centrale to Paris:
A bus is €46 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bologna Centrale to Paris costing on average €101.
A bus is €86 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bologna Centrale to Paris costing on average €141.
Other travel options to Paris take longer:
Train takes on average 8h 17m.
Bus takes on average 15h 28m.
The journey is about 3h 2m faster (8h 17m by train vs 11h 19m by car) and roughly €242 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (€101 vs €343). 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.
The table below shows live departures for Bologna Centrale to Paris trains for today, Wednesday, August 12. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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![]() | 1:26 PM Bologna Centrale | 8h10 | 9:36 PM Paris | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Regionale Veloce TTPER 2460+ EuroCity 178+ 9234 | 6:58 AM Bologna Centrale | 15h46 | 10:44 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2460+ EuroCity 178+ 12184 · 9570 | 6:58 AM Bologna Centrale | 15h15 | 10:13 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 4 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2460+ EuroCity 178+ 9570+ 96238 | 6:58 AM Bologna Centrale | 15h15 | 10:13 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 3 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9504+ 9234+ EuroCity 178 | 7:31 AM Bologna Centrale | 15h13 | 10:44 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9504+ 9570+ EuroCity 178+ 96238 | 7:31 AM Bologna Centrale | 14h42 | 10:13 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 3 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9504+ 12184 · 9570+ EuroCity 178 | 7:31 AM Bologna Centrale | 14h42 | 10:13 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 4 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2462+ EuroCity 150+ 9234 | 7:50 AM Bologna Centrale | 14h54 | 10:44 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2462+ EuroCity 150+ 12184 · 9570 | 7:50 AM Bologna Centrale | 14h23 | 10:13 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 4 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2462+ EuroCity 150+ 9570+ 96238 | 7:50 AM Bologna Centrale | 14h23 | 10:13 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 3 transfers | |
9904+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9296 | 8:06 AM Bologna Centrale | 14h30 | 10:36 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9508+ 9570+ EuroCity 150+ 96238 | 8:36 AM Bologna Centrale | 13h37 | 10:13 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 3 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9508+ EuroCity 150+ 9234 | 8:36 AM Bologna Centrale | 14h08 | 10:44 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9508+ 12184 · 9570+ EuroCity 150 | 8:36 AM Bologna Centrale | 13h37 | 10:13 PM Paris Gare de l'Est | 4 transfers | |
9908+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9296 | 9:06 AM Bologna Centrale | 13h30 | 10:36 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 1 transfer | |
9912+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9296 | 10:06 AM Bologna Centrale | 12h30 | 10:36 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 1 transfer | |
9916+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9296 | 11:06 AM Bologna Centrale | 11h30 | 10:36 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 1 transfer | |
9920+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9296 | 12:06 PM Bologna Centrale | 10h30 | 10:36 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 1 transfer | |
9924+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9296 | 1:06 PM Bologna Centrale | 9h30 | 10:36 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Bologna Centrale to Paris run on average 1 times per day, taking around 8h 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €74 but you can travel from only €19 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 11:56, the last at 13:26. The fastest train covers the 520 miles (838 km) distance in 8h 10m.
Distance 520 miles (838 km) |
Average train duration 8h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price €74 |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 8h 10m |
First train 11:56 AM |
Last train 1:26 PM |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bologna Centrale to Paris 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 Paris, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Bologna Centrale to Paris trains use the Bologna Centrale to Paris Gare de Lyon station pair. Use this guide to compare Bologna Centrale and Paris 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.
Paris Gare de Lyon is 2 km from Paris city centre. Public transport options include:
Paris Gare de Lyon 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: Le Train Bleu, La Fabrique Cookies, The Grand Comptoir, Café Pierre Hermé, Paul, Starbucks, Golden Brioche, Mezzo di Pasta, McDonald's, The Prem1er Café, & many more
Free unlimited WiFi. ATMs are in various points at the station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 04:45 - 01:30. Information desks are located in Hall 1.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are available daily from 06:15 to 22:00. They are located on the first level in Hall 3 on the Rue de Bercy side of the station.
Available at Paris Gare de Lyon: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Paris Gare de Lyon: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Paris Gare de Lyon: Full accessibility services for all types of disabilities throughout the station, including digital and electronic orientation systems.
Nearby hotels include Hôtel Parisianer, Hôtel Locomo, Hôtel Marceau Bastille.
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