Bologna Centrale to Zurich train with Trenitalia

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Bologna Centrale to Zurich

Showing times and prices for Jul 19

Cheapest price

$73

Average price

$104

Fastest journey

5 h 57 m

Average duration

6 h 36 m

Trains per day

5

Distance

384 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bologna Centrale to Zurich 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 will cost around $104 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $73.

Fast trains

Of the 5 trains that leave Bologna Centrale for Zurich on Sat, Jul 19, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Sat, Jul 19 the direct trains cover the 384 km distance in an average of 6 h 36 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 57 m .

On Sat, Jul 19 the slowest trains will take 6 h 55 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.

Trenitalia
12:30PM5h57
Bologna Centrale
06:27PMZurich
$731One-way
0 transfers
Trenitalia
03:50PM6h55
Bologna Centrale
10:45PMZurich
$871One-way
0 transfers
Trenitalia
08:50AM7h37
Bologna Centrale
04:27PMZurich
$1081One-way
0 transfers
Trenitalia
04:50AM6h55
Bologna Centrale
11:45AMZurich
$1251One-way
0 transfers
Trenitalia
02:50PM6h55
Bologna Centrale
09:45PMZurich
$1251One-way
0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train, bus, and flight for Bologna Centrale to Zurich

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bologna Centrale to Zurich 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 1h 42m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €21, and a flight costs an average of €64.

Distance: 238 miles (384 km)

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€94

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€173

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5h 50m

Average total duration

5h 20m

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13h 11m

Average total duration

12h 41m

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4h 42m

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1h 42m

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Live departures

Bologna Centrale to Zurich train times

Showing trains for today, Friday, July 18
Last updated at 3:10 PM
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Tickets
frecciarossaFRECCIAROSSA 9544+trenitaliaEuroCity 122
On time
3:36 PM Bologna Centrale
4h51
8:27 PM Zurich HB
1 transfer
frecciarossaFRECCIAROSSA 9588+trenitaliaEuroCity 1564:36 PM Bologna Centrale
4h51
9:27 PM Zurich HB1 transfer

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Overview: Train from Bologna Centrale to Zurich

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Trains from Bologna Centrale to Zurich run on average 16 times per day, taking around 5h 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $59 (€48) but you can travel from only $26 (€21) by bus.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $26 (€21)
Distance
238 miles (384 km)
Average train duration
5h 20m
Cheapest ticket price
$59 (€48)
Trains per day
16
Direct trains
1
Fastest train
4h 51m
First train
03:06
Last train
16:36
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $26 (€21)

Train providers: Trenitalia, Frecciarossa and Trenitalia EuroCity from Bologna Centrale to Zurich trains

Buy your official Trenitalia, Frecciarossa and Trenitalia EuroCity train tickets between Bologna Centrale and Zurich from $59 (€48) with Omio. Find train times and tickets for over 1000 travel companies to compare and book the most convenient journey.

Trenitalia is not only Italy's national railroad company but also the country's largest train operator. Trenitalia’s fleet of trains ncludes the high-speed Frecciarossa, Frecciargento and Frecciabianca trains as well as intercity, regional and night trains. Bathrooms and WiFi access are standard on long-distance routes. In most cases, the trains also provide barrier-free access. Trenitalia offers different tickets, which vary in price and flexibility: Base, Economy, Super Economy and Ordinaria. You can even use Trenitalia discount cards on Omio. Make sure to look out for the latest offers from Trenitalia on Omio to score special deals!

Train information from Bologna Centrale to Zurich with Trenitalia:

  • Average Duration: 5 h 57 min
  • Cheapest Price: $59

FAQs: Trains from Bologna Centrale to Zurich

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Popular train stations from Bologna Centrale to Zurich

Bologna
Zurich
The major train station for departures in Bologna is Bologna Centrale. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Bologna Centrale for your trip from Bologna to Zurich.
Amenities at train station
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LockersLockers
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi.
Lockers
Lockers
  • Luggage facility, open daily from 07:00 to 22:00, is located in front of binario 7 Ovest (Track 7 West).
Dining
Dining
  • Burger King
  • A Cafè
  • VyTA Boulangerie
  • Venchi
  • Scambio
  • Juice Bar
  • KFC
  • Dispensa Emilia
  • Lavazza
  • Mokà
  • & more
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • 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.
Hotel
Hotel
  • Starhotels Excelsior
  • Millenn Hotel Bologna
  • UNA Hotels
Ticket Office
Ticket Office
  • Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Customer service center is on the ground floor and open every day from 06:30 to 23:00.
Public transit options for Bologna Centrale
  • 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
The major train station for arrivals in Zurich is Zürich HB. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Zürich HB for your journey to Zurich from Bologna.
Zürich HBWifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelShowerLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
ShowerShower
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
Luggage CartsLuggage Carts
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
platformCount
Number of platforms
26
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free
Parking
Parking
  • The car park is open 24/7. Access via Gessnerallee and Sihlquai.
Dining
Dining
  • Restaurant Au Premier
  • Brasserie Federal
Taxis
Taxis
  • Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
WC
WC
  • CHF 2
Hotel
Hotel
  • Hotel Schweizerhof Zürich
  • Hotel St. Gotthard
  • Central Plaza Hotel
Shower
Shower
  • Cost CHF 12
Lounge
Lounge
  • Located in the main hall
Lost and Found Office
Lost and Found Office
  • Located in the main hall
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • 1,300 places, mostly covered
Car Rental
Car Rental
  • Avis
  • Europcar
  • Hertz
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
Luggage Carts
  • Free
Station Plan
  • 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
Public transit options for Zürich HB
  • 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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