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Compare bus and train for Bologna to Arona
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bologna to Arona among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 54m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €7, and a train costs an average of €23.
Distance: 161 miles (260 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€25 Average price | €12 Average price Cheapest |
3h 24m Average total duration Fastest 2h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 16m Average total duration 4h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bologna to Arona
Trains from Bologna to Arona run on average 33 times per day, taking around 2h 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $28 (€23) but you can travel from only $9 (€7) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:10, the last at 23:06. The fastest train covers the 161 miles (260 km) distance in 3h 39m.
Distance 161 miles (260 km) |
Average train duration 2h 54m |
Cheapest ticket price $28 (€23) |
Trains per day 33 |
Fastest train 3h 39m |
First train 04:10 |
Last train 23:06 |
Train companies: Frecciarossa, Regionale, Intercity, Italo from Bologna to Arona trainsFrecciarossa, Regionale, Intercity, Italo trains will get you between Bologna and Arona from $9 (€7). 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 to Arona
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bologna to Arona 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 Arona, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Bologna to Arona
- 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
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available near the station with several spaces for short-term and long-term parking.
- Ristorante Il Patio
- Trattoria Bonora
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Flyon Hotel
- Hotel Bologna Airport
- Hotel Del Borgo
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and platforms
- Hall 2: waiting area and restrooms
- Bus: Several lines available connecting to Bologna city center
- Taxi services available
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available near the station, with both short-term and long-term options.
- Villa Rocchetta
- Ristorante Vecchia Arona
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- €0.50
- Hotel Concorde
- Hotel Antares
- Hotel Atlantic
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and platforms
- Hall 2: waiting area and shops
- Bus: Several local lines available
- Ferry: Connections to other towns on Lake Maggiore
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