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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Bologna Centrale to Zurich HB
Cheapest price
€61
Average price
€87
Fastest journey
6 h 33 m
Average duration
6 h 40 m
Trains per day
4
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 €87 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €61.
Of the 4 trains that leave Bologna Centrale for Zurich HB on Mon, Dec 08, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Dec 08 the direct trains cover the 386 km distance in an average of 6 h 40 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 33 m .
On Mon, Dec 08 the slowest trains will take 6 h 54 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 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 €66.
Distance: 239 miles (386 km)
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5h 49m Average total duration 5h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 40m Average total duration 7h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 15m Average total duration Fastest 1h 15m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Bologna Centrale to Zurich HB train times
The table below shows live departures for Bologna Centrale to Zurich HB trains for today, Sunday, December 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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| 2:50 PM Bologna Centrale | 6h37 | 9:27 PM Zurich HB | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Monday, December 8 | |||||
| 11:50 AM Bologna Centrale | 6h37 | 6:27 PM Zurich HB | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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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 16 times per day, taking around 5h 19m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $62 (€50) but you can travel from only $22 (€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 4h 51m.
Distance 239 miles (386 km) |
Average train duration 5h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price $62 (€50) |
Trains per day 16 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 4h 51m |
First train 03:00 |
Last train 15:33 |
Train companies: Trenitalia, Trenitalia EuroCity, Frecciarossa from Bologna Centrale to Zurich HB trainsTrenitalia, Trenitalia EuroCity, Frecciarossa trains will get you between Bologna Centrale and Zurich HB from $22 (€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.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Bologna Centrale to Zurich HB
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
- 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
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotel
Shower
Lounge
Lost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
Luggage Carts- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Gessnerallee and Sihlquai.
- Restaurant Au Premier
- Brasserie Federal
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 2
- Hotel Schweizerhof Zürich
- Hotel St. Gotthard
- Central Plaza Hotel
- Cost CHF 12
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- 1,300 places, mostly covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 3-18 for long-distance trains
- Hall 2: S-Bahn platforms 21-24
- Hall 3: underground S-Bahn platforms 41-44
- Tram: Lines 3, 4, 6, 7, 10, 13, 14
- Bus: Several lines available
- S-Bahn: Lines S2, S3, S5, S6, S7, S8, S9, S11, S12, S15, S16, S24
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