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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Bologna to Bolzano/Bozen
Cheapest price
$32
Average price
$35
Fastest journey
2 h 37 m
Average duration
3 h 11 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
223 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bologna to Bolzano/Bozen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bologna to Bolzano/Bozen will cost around $35 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $32.
Of the 4 trains that leave Bologna for Bolzano/Bozen on Mon, Jun 22, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Jun 22 the direct trains cover the 223 km distance in an average of 3 h 11 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 37 m .
On Mon, Jun 22 the slowest trains will take 3 h 28 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.
3:03 PM3h28Bologna6:31 PMBolzano/Bozen$321One-way0 transfers
7:46 PM2h37Bologna10:23 PMBolzano/Bozen$331One-way0 transfers
1:10 PM3h20Bologna4:30 PMBolzano/Bozen$361One-way0 transfers- 12:10 PM3h20Bologna3:30 PMBolzano/Bozen$371One-way0 transfers
- 7:46 PM2h37Bologna10:23 PMBolzano/Bozen$331One-way0 transfers
- 1:10 PM3h20Bologna4:30 PMBolzano/Bozen$361One-way0 transfers
- 12:10 PM3h20Bologna3:30 PMBolzano/Bozen$371One-way0 transfers
- 3:03 PM3h28Bologna6:31 PMBolzano/Bozen$321One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Bologna to Bolzano/Bozen
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bologna to Bolzano/Bozen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 0m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $12, and a train costs an average of $22.
Distance: 138 miles (223 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$35 Average price | $15 Average price Cheapest | $81 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 30m Average total duration Fastest 3h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 13m Average total duration 3h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 14m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Bologna to Bolzano/Bozen:
A bus is $19 (€16) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bologna to Bolzano/Bozen costing on average $35 (€28).
Other travel options to Bolzano/Bozen take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 43m.
The journey is about 14m faster (3h 0m by train vs 3h 14m by car) and roughly $46 (€38) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($35 (€28) vs $81 (€66)). 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 Regionale, Frecciarossa, Italo, Intercity, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC).
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Bologna to Bolzano/Bozen train times
The table below shows live departures for Bologna to Bolzano/Bozen trains for today, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 7:16 AM Bologna | 2h40 | 9:56 AM Bolzano/Bozen | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:46 AM Bologna | 2h37 | 11:23 AM Bolzano/Bozen | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 12:10 PM Bologna | 3h20 | 3:30 PM Bolzano/Bozen | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 1:10 PM Bologna | 3h20 | 4:30 PM Bolzano/Bozen | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 3:03 PM Bologna | 3h28 | 6:31 PM Bolzano/Bozen | 0 transfersDirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bologna to Bolzano/Bozen
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Trains from Bologna to Bolzano/Bozen run on average 17 times per day, taking around 3h 0m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $22 (€18) but you can travel from only $12 (€10) by bus.
There are 13 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 07:16, the last at 19:46. The fastest train covers the 138 miles (223 km) distance in 2h 32m.
Distance 138 miles (223 km) |
Average train duration 3h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price $22 (€18) |
Trains per day 17 |
Direct trains 13 |
Fastest train 2h 32m |
First train 7:16 AM |
Last train 7:46 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Train companies: Regionale, Frecciarossa, Italo, Intercity, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) from Bologna to Bolzano/Bozen trainsRegionale, Frecciarossa, Italo, Intercity, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) trains will get you between Bologna and Bolzano/Bozen from $12 (€10). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Frecciarossa
Italo
Intercity
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
FAQs: Trains from Bologna to Bolzano/Bozen
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bologna to Bolzano/Bozen 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 Bolzano/Bozen, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Bologna to Bolzano/Bozen
Most Bologna to Bolzano/Bozen trains use the Bologna Centrale to Bolzano-Bozen station pair, with some services arriving at Bolzano Sud Bozen Sud. Use this guide to compare Bologna and Bolzano/Bozen 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 Borgo Panigale from Bologna city centre
Bologna Borgo Panigale is 4 km from Bologna city centre. Public transport options include:
Bologna Borgo Panigale train station facilities and services
Bologna Borgo Panigale has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Ristorante Il Patio, Trattoria Bonora
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bologna Borgo Panigale. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bologna Borgo Panigale: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bologna Borgo Panigale: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bologna Borgo Panigale: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Flyon Hotel, Hotel Bologna Airport, Hotel Del Borgo.
Getting to Bolzano-Bozen from Bolzano city centre
Bolzano-Bozen is 1 km from Bolzano city centre. Public transport options include:
Bolzano-Bozen train station facilities and services
Bolzano-Bozen has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Laurin, Restaurant Anita
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bolzano-Bozen. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Bolzano-Bozen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bolzano-Bozen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bolzano-Bozen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bolzano-Bozen: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Parkhotel Laurin, Hotel Greif, Four Points by Sheraton Bolzano.
Getting to Bolzano Sud Bozen Sud from Bolzano city centre
Bolzano Sud Bozen Sud is 2 km from Bolzano city centre. Public transport options include:
Bolzano Sud Bozen Sud train station facilities and services
Bolzano Sud Bozen Sud has practical services for this route, including Parking, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bolzano Sud Bozen Sud.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bolzano Sud Bozen Sud: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bolzano Sud Bozen Sud: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bolzano Sud Bozen Sud: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Getting to Kaiserau from Bolzano city centre
Kaiserau is 1 km from Bolzano city centre. Public transport options include:
Kaiserau train station facilities and services
Kaiserau 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 Kaiserau.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Kaiserau.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Kaiserau: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Kaiserau: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Kaiserau.
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