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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Bologna Centrale to Zurich HB
Cheapest price
$79
Average price
$137
Fastest journey
4 h 51 m
Average duration
4 h 51 m
Trains per day
89
Distance
386 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bologna Centrale to Zurich HB 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 Zurich HB will cost around $137 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $79.
Of the 89 trains that leave Bologna Centrale for Zurich HB on Fri, Jul 24, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jul 24 the direct trains cover the 386 km distance in an average of 4 h 51 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 51 m .
On Fri, Jul 24 the slowest trains will take 4 h 51 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.
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EuroCity 3610:11 AM11h16Bologna Centrale9:27 PMZurich HB$791One-way1 transfer- 9908+EuroCity 369:06 AM12h21Bologna Centrale9:27 PMZurich HB$871One-way1 transfer
- 9916+EuroCity 2811:06 AM12h21Bologna Centrale11:27 PMZurich HB$921One-way1 transfer
- 9974+EuroCity 12611:11 AM11h16Bologna Centrale10:27 PMZurich HB$951One-way1 transfer
- 9978+EuroCity 281:11 PM10h16Bologna Centrale11:27 PMZurich HB$961One-way1 transfer
FRECCIAROSSA 9540+EuroCity 364:36 PM4h51Bologna Centrale9:27 PMZurich HB$1481One-way1 transfer- FRECCIAROSSA 9520+EuroCity 1611:36 AM4h51Bologna Centrale4:27 PMZurich HB$1481One-way1 transfer
- FRECCIAROSSA 9584+EuroCity 243:36 PM4h51Bologna Centrale8:27 PMZurich HB$1541One-way1 transfer
- FRECCIAROSSA 9524+EuroCity 15212:36 PM4h51Bologna Centrale5:27 PMZurich HB$1481One-way1 transfer
- FRECCIAROSSA 9532+EuroCity 222:36 PM4h51Bologna Centrale7:27 PMZurich HB$1611One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Bologna Centrale to Zurich HB
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bologna Centrale to Zurich HB among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $18. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 15m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $18, and a flight costs an average of $80.
Distance: 239 miles (386 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$107 Average price | $31 Average price Cheapest | $217 Average price | $157 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 48m Average total duration 5h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 34m Average total duration 8h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 15m Average total duration Fastest 1h 15m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 38m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Bologna Centrale to Zurich HB:
A bus is $76 (€76) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bologna Centrale to Zurich HB costing on average $107 (€107).
A bus is $186 (€186) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bologna Centrale to Zurich HB costing on average $217 (€217).
Other travel options to Zurich HB take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 18m.
Bus takes on average 8h 4m.
The journey is about 20m faster (5h 18m by train vs 5h 38m by car) and roughly $49 (€49) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($107 (€107) vs $157 (€157)). 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 Trenitalia, Trenitalia EuroCity.
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 Zurich HB train times
The table below shows live departures for Bologna Centrale to Zurich HB trains for today, Thursday, July 23. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FRECCIAROSSA 9540+EuroCity 36 | 4:36 PM Bologna Centrale | 4h51 | 9:27 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
 Intercity 590+EuroCity 28 | 4:54 PM Bologna Centrale | 6h33 | 11:27 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
| 9940+EuroCity 26 | 5:06 PM Bologna Centrale | 5h21 | 10:27 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
| 9940+EuroCity 28 | 5:06 PM Bologna Centrale | 6h21 | 11:27 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
| 9986+EuroCity 28 | 5:11 PM Bologna Centrale | 6h16 | 11:27 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
| 9986+EuroCity 26 | 5:11 PM Bologna Centrale | 5h16 | 10:27 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
| FRECCIAROSSA 9544+EuroCity 26 | 5:36 PM Bologna Centrale | 4h51 | 10:27 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
| 8944+EuroCity 28 | 6:06 PM Bologna Centrale | 5h21 | 11:27 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
| Friday, July 24 | |||||
 Regionale TTPER 2066 · Regionale TTPER 2452+EuroCity 12 | 5:00 AM Bologna Centrale | 6h27 | 11:27 AM Zurich HB | 2 transfers | |
 InterCityNotte 752+EuroCity 14 | 5:58 AM Bologna Centrale | 6h29 | 12:27 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
| FRECCIAROSSA 9574+EuroCity 14 | 7:31 AM Bologna Centrale | 4h56 | 12:27 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
| Regionale Veloce TTPER 2462+EuroCity 150 | 7:50 AM Bologna Centrale | 6h37 | 2:27 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
| 9904+EuroCity 150 | 8:06 AM Bologna Centrale | 6h21 | 2:27 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
| 9904+EuroCity 24 | 8:06 AM Bologna Centrale | 12h21 | 8:27 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
| 9904+EuroCity 16 | 8:06 AM Bologna Centrale | 8h21 | 4:27 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
| 9904+EuroCity 20 | 8:06 AM Bologna Centrale | 10h21 | 6:27 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
| 9904+EuroCity 22 | 8:06 AM Bologna Centrale | 11h21 | 7:27 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
| 9966+EuroCity 16 | 8:41 AM Bologna Centrale | 7h46 | 4:27 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
| 9966+EuroCity 150 | 8:41 AM Bologna Centrale | 5h46 | 2:27 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
| 9966+EuroCity 24 | 8:41 AM Bologna Centrale | 11h46 | 8:27 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
| 9966+EuroCity 20 | 8:41 AM Bologna Centrale | 9h46 | 6:27 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
| 9966+EuroCity 22 | 8:41 AM Bologna Centrale | 10h46 | 7:27 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
| 9908+EuroCity 24 | 9:06 AM Bologna Centrale | 11h21 | 8:27 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
| 9908+EuroCity 16 | 9:06 AM Bologna Centrale | 7h21 | 4:27 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
| 9908+EuroCity 150 | 9:06 AM Bologna Centrale | 5h21 | 2:27 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
| EuroCity 30 | 9:06 AM Bologna Centrale | 6h21 | 3:27 PM Zurich HB | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9908+EuroCity 36 | 9:06 AM Bologna Centrale | 12h21 | 9:27 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
 30 | 9:06 AM Bologna Centrale | 6h21 | 3:27 PM Zurich HB | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9908+EuroCity 20 | 9:06 AM Bologna Centrale | 9h21 | 6:27 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
| 9908+EuroCity 22 | 9:06 AM Bologna Centrale | 10h21 | 7:27 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
| FRECCIAROSSA 9512+EuroCity 150 | 9:36 AM Bologna Centrale | 4h51 | 2:27 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
| Regionale Veloce TTPER 2466+EuroCity 16 | 9:50 AM Bologna Centrale | 6h37 | 4:27 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
| 9912+EuroCity 16 | 10:06 AM Bologna Centrale | 6h21 | 4:27 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
| 9912+EuroCity 126 | 10:06 AM Bologna Centrale | 12h21 | 10:27 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
| 9912+EuroCity 20 | 10:06 AM Bologna Centrale | 8h21 | 6:27 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
| 9912+EuroCity 24 | 10:06 AM Bologna Centrale | 10h21 | 8:27 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
| 9972+EuroCity 16 | 10:11 AM Bologna Centrale | 6h16 | 4:27 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
| 9972+EuroCity 36 | 10:11 AM Bologna Centrale | 11h16 | 9:27 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
| 9972+EuroCity 20 | 10:11 AM Bologna Centrale | 8h16 | 6:27 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
| 9972+EuroCity 126 | 10:11 AM Bologna Centrale | 12h16 | 10:27 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
| 9972+EuroCity 22 | 10:11 AM Bologna Centrale | 9h16 | 7:27 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
| FRECCIAROSSA 9616+EuroCity 30 | 10:26 AM Bologna Centrale | 5h01 | 3:27 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
| 9916+EuroCity 28 | 11:06 AM Bologna Centrale | 12h21 | 11:27 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
| 9916+EuroCity 16 | 11:06 AM Bologna Centrale | 5h21 | 4:27 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
| 9974+EuroCity 24 | 11:11 AM Bologna Centrale | 9h16 | 8:27 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
| 9974+EuroCity 28 | 11:11 AM Bologna Centrale | 12h16 | 11:27 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
| 9974+EuroCity 16 | 11:11 AM Bologna Centrale | 5h16 | 4:27 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
| 9974+EuroCity 126 | 11:11 AM Bologna Centrale | 11h16 | 10:27 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
| 9974+EuroCity 20 | 11:11 AM Bologna Centrale | 7h16 | 6:27 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
| EuroCity 152 | 11:12 AM Bologna Centrale | 6h15 | 5:27 PM Zurich HB | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 152 | 11:12 AM Bologna Centrale | 6h15 | 5:27 PM Zurich HB | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FRECCIAROSSA 9520+EuroCity 16 | 11:36 AM Bologna Centrale | 4h51 | 4:27 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
| Regionale Veloce TTPER 2470+EuroCity 20 | 11:50 AM Bologna Centrale | 6h37 | 6:27 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
| 9920+EuroCity 24 | 12:06 PM Bologna Centrale | 8h21 | 8:27 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
| 9920+EuroCity 28 | 12:06 PM Bologna Centrale | 11h21 | 11:27 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
| 9920+EuroCity 20 | 12:06 PM Bologna Centrale | 6h21 | 6:27 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
| 9920+EuroCity 22 | 12:06 PM Bologna Centrale | 7h21 | 7:27 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
| 9920+EuroCity 126 | 12:06 PM Bologna Centrale | 10h21 | 10:27 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
| FRECCIAROSSA 9524+EuroCity 152 | 12:36 PM Bologna Centrale | 4h51 | 5:27 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
| Intercity 606+EuroCity 22 | 1:03 PM Bologna Centrale | 6h24 | 7:27 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
| 9924+EuroCity 28 | 1:06 PM Bologna Centrale | 10h21 | 11:27 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
| 9924+EuroCity 24 | 1:06 PM Bologna Centrale | 7h21 | 8:27 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
| 9924+EuroCity 20 | 1:06 PM Bologna Centrale | 5h21 | 6:27 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
| Regionale Veloce 18134+Intercity 745+EuroCity 22 | 1:10 PM Bologna Centrale | 6h17 | 7:27 PM Zurich HB | 2 transfers | |
| 9978+EuroCity 24 | 1:11 PM Bologna Centrale | 7h16 | 8:27 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
| 9978+EuroCity 28 | 1:11 PM Bologna Centrale | 10h16 | 11:27 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
| 9978+EuroCity 20 | 1:11 PM Bologna Centrale | 5h16 | 6:27 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
| 9978+EuroCity 126 | 1:11 PM Bologna Centrale | 9h16 | 10:27 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
| 9978+EuroCity 22 | 1:11 PM Bologna Centrale | 6h16 | 7:27 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
| FRECCIAROSSA 9514+EuroCity 20 | 1:36 PM Bologna Centrale | 4h51 | 6:27 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
| Regionale Veloce TTPER 2474+EuroCity 24 | 1:50 PM Bologna Centrale | 6h37 | 8:27 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
| 9928+EuroCity 28 | 2:06 PM Bologna Centrale | 9h21 | 11:27 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
| 9928+EuroCity 36 | 2:06 PM Bologna Centrale | 7h21 | 9:27 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
| 9928+EuroCity 24 | 2:06 PM Bologna Centrale | 6h21 | 8:27 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
| 9928+EuroCity 126 | 2:06 PM Bologna Centrale | 8h21 | 10:27 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
| 9928+EuroCity 22 | 2:06 PM Bologna Centrale | 5h21 | 7:27 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
| FRECCIAROSSA 9532+EuroCity 22 | 2:36 PM Bologna Centrale | 4h51 | 7:27 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
| Intercity 608+EuroCity 36 | 3:04 PM Bologna Centrale | 6h23 | 9:27 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
| 9932+EuroCity 28 | 3:06 PM Bologna Centrale | 8h21 | 11:27 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
| 9932+EuroCity 126 | 3:06 PM Bologna Centrale | 7h21 | 10:27 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
| 9932+EuroCity 24 | 3:06 PM Bologna Centrale | 5h21 | 8:27 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
| 9982+EuroCity 24 | 3:11 PM Bologna Centrale | 5h16 | 8:27 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
| 9982+EuroCity 28 | 3:11 PM Bologna Centrale | 8h16 | 11:27 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
| 9982+EuroCity 36 | 3:11 PM Bologna Centrale | 6h16 | 9:27 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
| 9982+EuroCity 126 | 3:11 PM Bologna Centrale | 7h16 | 10:27 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
| FRECCIAROSSA 9584+EuroCity 24 | 3:36 PM Bologna Centrale | 4h51 | 8:27 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
| Regionale Veloce TTPER 2478+EuroCity 126 | 3:50 PM Bologna Centrale | 6h37 | 10:27 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
| 8134+EuroCity 28 | 4:06 PM Bologna Centrale | 7h21 | 11:27 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
| 8134+EuroCity 126 | 4:06 PM Bologna Centrale | 6h21 | 10:27 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
| 8134+EuroCity 36 | 4:06 PM Bologna Centrale | 5h21 | 9:27 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bologna Centrale to Zurich HB
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Trains from Bologna Centrale to Zurich HB run on average 19 times per day, taking around 5h 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $74 (€74) but you can travel from only $18 (€18) by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:00, the last at 15:33. The fastest train covers the 239 miles (386 km) distance in 6h 21m.
Distance 239 miles (386 km) |
Average train duration 5h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price $74 (€74) |
Trains per day 19 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 6h 21m |
First train 3:00 AM |
Last train 3:33 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Train companies: Trenitalia, Trenitalia EuroCity, Frecciarossa, Italo from Bologna Centrale to Zurich HB trainsTrenitalia, Trenitalia EuroCity, Frecciarossa, Italo trains will get you between Bologna Centrale and Zurich HB from $18 (€18). 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 Zurich HB
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bologna Centrale to Zurich HB 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 Zurich HB, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Popular train stations from Bologna Centrale to Zurich HB
Most Bologna Centrale to Zurich HB trains use the Bologna Centrale to Zürich HB station pair. Use this guide to compare Bologna Centrale and Zurich HB 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 Zürich HB from Zurich city centre
Zürich HB is 1 km from Zurich city centre. Public transport options include:
Zürich HB train station facilities and services
Zürich HB has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Au Premier, Brasserie Federal
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Zürich HB. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Zürich HB. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Zürich HB: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Zürich HB: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Zürich HB: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Schweizerhof Zürich, Hotel St. Gotthard, Central Plaza Hotel.
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