The cheapest and fastest trains from Bologna Centrale to Scalea
Cheapest price
$32
Average price
$32
Fastest journey
11 h
Average duration
11 h
Trains per day
1
Distance
638 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bologna Centrale to Scalea 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 Scalea will cost around $32 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $32.
Of the 1 trains that leave Bologna Centrale for Scalea on Fri, Jun 19, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jun 19 the direct trains cover the 638 km distance in an average of 11 h but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 11 h .
On Fri, Jun 19 the slowest trains will take 11 h 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.
7:54 AM11h00Bologna Centrale6:54 PMScalea$321One-way0 transfers
7:54 AM11h00Bologna Centrale6:54 PMScalea$321One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Bologna Centrale to Scalea
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bologna Centrale to Scalea 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 5h 52m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $21, and a flight costs an average of $40.
Distance: 396 miles (638 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$72 Average price | $54 Average price Cheapest | $111 Average price | $157 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 41m Average total duration 6h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 52m Average total duration 10h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 52m Average total duration Fastest 5h 52m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 7h 21m 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 Scalea:
A bus is $18 (€15) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bologna Centrale to Scalea costing on average $72 (€59).
A bus is $57 (€47) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bologna Centrale to Scalea costing on average $111 (€91).
Other travel options to Scalea take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 11m.
Bus takes on average 10h 22m.
The journey is about 1h 10m faster (6h 11m by train vs 7h 21m by car) and roughly $85 (€69) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($72 (€59) vs $157 (€129)). 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 Italo, Frecciarossa, Intercity.
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 Scalea train times
The table below shows live departures for Bologna Centrale to Scalea 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:54 AM Bologna Centrale | 11h00 | 6:54 PM Scalea | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bologna Centrale to Scalea
Trains from Bologna Centrale to Scalea run on average 14 times per day, taking around 6h 11m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $32 (€26) but you can travel from only $21 (€17) by bus.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:33, the last at 23:33. The fastest train covers the 396 miles (638 km) distance in 11h 0m.
Distance 396 miles (638 km) |
Average train duration 6h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price $32 (€26) |
Trains per day 14 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 11h 0m |
First train 12:33 AM |
Last train 11:33 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Train companies: Italo, Frecciarossa, Intercity from Bologna Centrale to Scalea trainsItalo, Frecciarossa, Intercity trains will get you between Bologna Centrale and Scalea from $21 (€17). 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 Scalea
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bologna Centrale to Scalea 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 Scalea, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Popular train stations from Bologna Centrale to Scalea
Most Bologna Centrale to Scalea trains use the Bologna Centrale to Scalea-Santa Domenica Talao station pair. Use this guide to compare Bologna Centrale and Scalea 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 S. Vitale from Bologna city centre
Bologna S. Vitale is 2 km from Bologna city centre. Public transport options include:
Bologna S. Vitale train station facilities and services
Bologna S. Vitale has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Bologna S. Vitale.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Bologna S. Vitale.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bologna S. Vitale: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bologna S. Vitale: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bologna S. Vitale: Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Scalea-Santa Domenica Talao from Scalea city centre
Scalea-Santa Domenica Talao train station facilities and services
Scalea-Santa Domenica Talao has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Scalea-Santa Domenica Talao.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Scalea-Santa Domenica Talao. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Scalea-Santa Domenica Talao: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Scalea-Santa Domenica Talao: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Scalea-Santa Domenica Talao: Elevators.
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