- Must visit
Museo di Santa Giulia
Brescia’s main museum complex inside a UNESCO monastery, covering archaeology, art, and local history in a remarkable historic setting.
Cheapest price
€13
Average price
€30
Fastest journey
1 h 44 m
Average duration
1 h 46 m
Trains per day
76
Distance
144 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bologna to Brescia is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bologna to Brescia will cost around €30 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €13.
Of the 76 trains that leave Bologna for Brescia on Fri, Jul 31, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jul 31 the direct trains cover the 144 km distance in an average of 1 h 46 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 44 m .
On Fri, Jul 31 the slowest trains will take 1 h 47 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.
8968
FRECCIAROSSA 8508
FRECCIAROSSA 8528
Regionale 3842 · Regionale TRENORD 2632
Regionale 16032 · Regionale TRENORD 2622
FRECCIAROSSA 8508
FRECCIAROSSA 8528
8968
8956
8960Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bologna to Brescia among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 33m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €6, and a train costs an average of €15.
Distance: 89 miles (144 km)
Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
€17 Average price | €10 Average price Cheapest |
3h 3m Average total duration Fastest 2h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 40m Average total duration 5h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Bologna to Brescia:
A bus is €7 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bologna to Brescia costing on average €17.
Other travel options to Brescia take longer:
Bus takes on average 5h 10m.
The table below shows live departures for Bologna to Brescia trains for today, Thursday, July 30. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Regionale 3842 · Regionale TRENORD 2632 | 12:05 PM Bologna Centrale | 2h21 | 2:26 PM Brescia station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 3842 · Regionale TRENORD 2632 · S31 TRENORD 20948 | 12:05 PM Bologna Centrale | 2h44 | 2:49 PM Brescia Borgo San Giovanni | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8508 | 12:16 PM Bologna Centrale | 1h44 | 2:00 PM Brescia station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8508+ S31 TRENORD 20948 | 12:16 PM Bologna Centrale | 2h33 | 2:49 PM Brescia Borgo San Giovanni | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9806 · FRECCIAROSSA 9731+ S31 TRENORD 20948 | 12:18 PM Bologna Centrale | 2h31 | 2:49 PM Brescia Borgo San Giovanni | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3912 · Regionale TRENORD 10830 | 12:33 PM Bologna Centrale | 3h34 | 4:07 PM Brescia station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9626 · FRECCIAROSSA 9733 | 12:56 PM Bologna Centrale | 1h55 | 2:51 PM Brescia station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8509 · FRECCIAROSSA 9729 | 1:16 PM Bologna Centrale | 1h51 | 3:07 PM Brescia station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8814 · FRECCIAROSSA 9735+ S31 TRENORD 20952 | 1:18 PM Bologna Centrale | 2h31 | 3:49 PM Brescia Borgo San Giovanni | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8814 · FRECCIAROSSA 9735 | 1:18 PM Bologna Centrale | 2h03 | 3:21 PM Brescia station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9630 · FRECCIAROSSA 9737 | 1:56 PM Bologna Centrale | 1h55 | 3:51 PM Brescia station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3844 · Regionale TRENORD 2636 | 2:10 PM Bologna Centrale | 2h16 | 4:26 PM Brescia station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3844 · Regionale TRENORD 2636 · S31 TRENORD 20956 | 2:10 PM Bologna Centrale | 2h39 | 4:49 PM Brescia Borgo San Giovanni | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3916 · Regionale TRENORD 10834 | 2:33 PM Bologna Centrale | 3h34 | 6:07 PM Brescia station | 1 transfer | |
8960 | 2:46 PM Bologna Centrale | 1h47 | 4:33 PM Brescia station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9634 · FRECCIAROSSA 9747 | 2:56 PM Bologna Centrale | 2h25 | 5:21 PM Brescia station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9420 · FRECCIAROSSA 9744 | 3:01 PM Bologna Centrale | 2h36 | 5:37 PM Brescia station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9420 · FRECCIAROSSA 9744+ S31 TRENORD 20960 | 3:01 PM Bologna Centrale | 2h48 | 5:49 PM Brescia Borgo San Giovanni | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9638 · FRECCIAROSSA 9749 | 3:56 PM Bologna Centrale | 1h55 | 5:51 PM Brescia station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3846 · Regionale TRENORD 2640 | 4:10 PM Bologna Centrale | 2h16 | 6:26 PM Brescia station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3846 · Regionale TRENORD 2640 · S31 TRENORD 20964 | 4:10 PM Bologna Centrale | 2h39 | 6:49 PM Brescia Borgo San Giovanni | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3920 · Regionale TRENORD 10838 · S31 TRENORD 20972 | 4:33 PM Bologna Centrale | 4h16 | 8:49 PM Brescia Borgo San Giovanni | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3920 · Regionale TRENORD 10838 | 4:33 PM Bologna Centrale | 3h34 | 8:07 PM Brescia station | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 610+ Regionale TRENORD 2642 · S31 TRENORD 20968 | 5:03 PM Bologna Centrale | 2h46 | 7:49 PM Brescia Borgo San Giovanni | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 610+ Regionale TRENORD 2642 | 5:03 PM Bologna Centrale | 2h23 | 7:26 PM Brescia station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8520 · FRECCIAROSSA 9750 | 5:16 PM Bologna Centrale | 1h51 | 7:07 PM Brescia station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8520 · FRECCIAROSSA 9750+ S31 TRENORD 21966 | 5:16 PM Bologna Centrale | 2h05 | 7:21 PM Brescia Borgo San Giovanni | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3922 · Regionale TRENORD 10840 | 5:33 PM Bologna Centrale | 3h34 | 9:07 PM Brescia station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3922 · Regionale TRENORD 10840 · S31 TRENORD 20976 | 5:33 PM Bologna Centrale | 4h16 | 9:49 PM Brescia Borgo San Giovanni | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9646 · FRECCIAROSSA 9757 | 5:56 PM Bologna Centrale | 1h55 | 7:51 PM Brescia station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9426 · FRECCIAROSSA 9758 | 6:01 PM Bologna Centrale | 2h36 | 8:37 PM Brescia station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9426 · FRECCIAROSSA 9758+ S31 TRENORD 20972 | 6:01 PM Bologna Centrale | 2h48 | 8:49 PM Brescia Borgo San Giovanni | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9588+ Regionale TRENORD 7580 · Regionale TRENORD 10941 | 6:36 PM Bologna Centrale | 2h37 | 9:13 PM Brescia station | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9652 · FRECCIAROSSA 9763+ S31 TRENORD 20976 | 7:26 PM Bologna Centrale | 2h23 | 9:49 PM Brescia Borgo San Giovanni | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9652 · FRECCIAROSSA 9763 | 7:26 PM Bologna Centrale | 1h55 | 9:21 PM Brescia station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TTPER 17916 · OROBICA LINE TTPER 18126 | 7:36 PM Bologna Centrale | 2h21 | 9:57 PM Brescia station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3760 · Regionale TRENORD 2648 | 8:05 PM Bologna Centrale | 2h21 | 10:26 PM Brescia station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9660 | 8:26 PM Bologna Centrale | 1h57 | 10:23 PM Brescia station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3928 · Regionale 2296 · Regionale TRENORD 10911 | 8:33 PM Bologna Centrale | 5h02 | 1:35 AM Brescia station | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 614+ Regionale TRENORD 10911 | 9:04 PM Bologna Centrale | 4h31 | 1:35 AM Brescia station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8528 | 9:16 PM Bologna Centrale | 1h44 | 11:00 PM Brescia station | 0 transfersDirect | |
8968 | 9:46 PM Bologna Centrale | 1h47 | 11:33 PM Brescia station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9668+ Regionale TRENORD 2607 | 9:56 PM Bologna Centrale | 2h37 | 12:33 AM Brescia station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9672+ Regionale TRENORD 10911 | 10:56 PM Bologna Centrale | 2h39 | 1:35 AM Brescia station | 1 transfer | |
| Friday, July 31 | |||||
InterCityNotte 774+ FRECCIAROSSA 9700 | 4:25 AM Bologna Centrale | 3h07 | 7:32 AM Brescia station | 1 transfer | |
InterCityNotte 774+ FRECCIAROSSA 9700+ S31 TRENORD 20920 | 4:25 AM Bologna Centrale | 3h24 | 7:49 AM Brescia Borgo San Giovanni | 2 transfers | |
Regionale TTPER 2066 · Regionale TRENORD 10814 | 5:00 AM Bologna Centrale | 3h07 | 8:07 AM Brescia station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TTPER 17870+ FRECCIAROSSA 9702 | 5:20 AM Bologna Centrale | 2h47 | 8:07 AM Brescia station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TTPER 17870 · Regionale TRENORD 2620 | 5:20 AM Bologna Centrale | 3h06 | 8:26 AM Brescia station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TTPER 17870 · Regionale TRENORD 2620 · S31 TRENORD 20924 | 5:20 AM Bologna Centrale | 3h29 | 8:49 AM Brescia Borgo San Giovanni | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2458 · Regionale TRENORD 10816 | 5:53 AM Bologna Centrale | 3h14 | 9:07 AM Brescia station | 1 transfer | |
InterCityNotte 752+ Regionale TRENORD 10816 · S31 TRENORD 20928 | 5:58 AM Bologna Centrale | 3h51 | 9:49 AM Brescia Borgo San Giovanni | 2 transfers | |
InterCityNotte 752+ Regionale TRENORD 10816 | 5:58 AM Bologna Centrale | 3h09 | 9:07 AM Brescia station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 16032+ FRECCIAROSSA 9706 | 6:05 AM Bologna Centrale | 2h32 | 8:37 AM Brescia station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 16032 · Regionale TRENORD 2622 | 6:05 AM Bologna Centrale | 3h21 | 9:26 AM Brescia station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 16032 · Regionale TRENORD 2622 · S31 TRENORD 20928 | 6:05 AM Bologna Centrale | 3h44 | 9:49 AM Brescia Borgo San Giovanni | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 16032+ FRECCIAROSSA 9706+ S31 TRENORD 20924 | 6:05 AM Bologna Centrale | 2h44 | 8:49 AM Brescia Borgo San Giovanni | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2460 · Regionale TRENORD 10818 | 6:58 AM Bologna Centrale | 3h09 | 10:07 AM Brescia station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3458+ FRECCIAROSSA 9713 | 7:10 AM Bologna Centrale | 2h27 | 9:37 AM Brescia station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3458+ FRECCIAROSSA 9713+ S31 TRENORD 20928 | 7:10 AM Bologna Centrale | 2h39 | 9:49 AM Brescia Borgo San Giovanni | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9574 · FRECCIAROSSA 9717 | 7:31 AM Bologna Centrale | 2h50 | 10:21 AM Brescia station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3466 · Regionale TRENORD 2624 | 8:10 AM Bologna Centrale | 2h16 | 10:26 AM Brescia station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3466 · Regionale TRENORD 2624 · S31 TRENORD 20932 | 8:10 AM Bologna Centrale | 2h39 | 10:49 AM Brescia Borgo San Giovanni | 2 transfers | |
Regionale TTPER 17410 · Regionale TRENORD 10822 | 8:50 AM Bologna Centrale | 3h17 | 12:07 PM Brescia station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TTPER 17410 · Regionale TRENORD 10822 · S31 TRENORD 20940 | 8:50 AM Bologna Centrale | 3h59 | 12:49 PM Brescia Borgo San Giovanni | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8502 · FRECCIAROSSA 9721 | 9:16 AM Bologna Centrale | 1h51 | 11:07 AM Brescia station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8502+ Regionale TRENORD 2626 · S31 TRENORD 20936 | 9:16 AM Bologna Centrale | 2h33 | 11:49 AM Brescia Borgo San Giovanni | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2466 · Regionale TRENORD 10824 | 9:50 AM Bologna Centrale | 3h17 | 1:07 PM Brescia station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2466 · Regionale TRENORD 10824 · Regionale TRENORD 1944 | 9:50 AM Bologna Centrale | 3h31 | 1:21 PM Brescia Borgo San Giovanni | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9612 · FRECCIAROSSA 9723 | 9:56 AM Bologna Centrale | 2h25 | 12:21 PM Brescia station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9406 · FRECCIAROSSA 9724 | 10:01 AM Bologna Centrale | 2h36 | 12:37 PM Brescia station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9406 · FRECCIAROSSA 9724+ S31 TRENORD 20940 | 10:01 AM Bologna Centrale | 2h48 | 12:49 PM Brescia Borgo San Giovanni | 2 transfers | |
8956 | 10:46 AM Bologna Centrale | 1h47 | 12:33 PM Brescia station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17412 · Regionale TRENORD 10826 | 10:50 AM Bologna Centrale | 3h17 | 2:07 PM Brescia station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8506 · FRECCIAROSSA 9726+ Regionale TRENORD 1944 | 11:16 AM Bologna Centrale | 2h05 | 1:21 PM Brescia Borgo San Giovanni | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8506 · FRECCIAROSSA 9726 | 11:16 AM Bologna Centrale | 1h51 | 1:07 PM Brescia station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8810 · FRECCIAROSSA 9727 | 11:18 AM Bologna Centrale | 2h03 | 1:21 PM Brescia station | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Bologna to Brescia run on average 64 times per day, taking around 2h 33m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €15 but you can travel from only €6 by bus.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:20, the last at 22:56. The fastest train covers the 89 miles (144 km) distance in 1h 44m.
Distance 89 miles (144 km) |
Average train duration 2h 33m |
Cheapest ticket price €15 |
Trains per day 64 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 1h 44m |
First train 12:20 AM |
Last train 10:56 PM |
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Discover the best of Brescia — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Brescia trip today.
Brescia’s main museum complex inside a UNESCO monastery, covering archaeology, art, and local history in a remarkable historic setting.
Archaeological museum in the Roman temple, displaying bronzes and finds from ancient Brixia. Essential for understanding the city’s classical past.
Art museum with major Renaissance and Baroque works, including masters linked to Brescia and Lombardy. A rewarding stop for painting lovers.
Main square of Roman and cathedral Brescia, surrounded by monumental buildings. It is the best starting point for exploring the old center on foot.
Historic civic square known for elegant arcades, the clock tower, and city events. It remains one of Brescia’s liveliest and most photogenic spaces.
Historic pedestrian spine near the Roman forum, lined with old buildings and local atmosphere. A fine route for a slower walk through the ancient core.
A rich pasta dish from Brescia made with beef broth, breadcrumbs, cheese and often chicken livers. It is a festive local specialty tied to home cooking.
Slow-cooked beef braised in red wine with spices and aromatics. Traditionally served on festive tables in Brescia and valued for its deep, comforting flavor.
Polenta from local maize flour, often served with meat stews, cheeses or butter. It is a staple across the Brescia area and central to traditional meals.
Elegant Michelin-starred dining in central Brescia, known for refined Italian tasting menus and polished service in a historic setting.
Historic traditional restaurant serving Brescian classics, including spiedo and local pasta, in a warm old-school atmosphere near the center.
Well-regarded osteria focused on regional cuisine, seasonal ingredients and a strong wine list, with a relaxed but polished atmosphere.
Moderate for northern Italy: hotels and dining cost less than Milan, while local transit is affordable for most visitors.
Service is often included. Round up or leave 5-10% for good restaurant service; round up taxi fares; small change is fine in cafes.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bologna to Brescia 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 Brescia, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Bologna to Brescia trains use the Bologna Centrale to Brescia station pair, with some services arriving at Brescia Borgo San Giovanni. Use this guide to compare Bologna and Brescia train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Bologna Centrale is 1 km from Bologna city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options include: Burger King, A Cafè, VyTA Boulangerie, Venchi, Scambio, Juice Bar, KFC, Dispensa Emilia, Lavazza, Mokà, & more
Free Wi-Fi. . ATMs are aTM is located in the main hall.
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 storage is luggage facility, open daily from 07:00 to 22:00, is located in front of binario 7 Ovest (Track 7 West).
Available at Bologna Centrale: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bologna Centrale: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
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.
Nearby hotels include Starhotels Excelsior, Millenn Hotel Bologna, UNA Hotels.
Bologna Borgo Panigale is 4 km from Bologna city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options include: Ristorante Il Patio, Trattoria Bonora
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Bologna Borgo Panigale. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Available at Bologna Borgo Panigale: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bologna Borgo Panigale: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bologna Borgo Panigale: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Flyon Hotel, Hotel Bologna Airport, Hotel Del Borgo.
Brescia is 1 km from Brescia city centre. Public transport options include:
Brescia 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 options include: Ristorante La Vineria, Osteria Al Bianchi
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Brescia. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Brescia. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Brescia: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Brescia: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Brescia: Ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Igea, Hotel Cristallo Brescia, DoubleTree by Hilton Brescia.
Brescia Borgo San Giovanni is 3 km from Brescia city centre. Public transport options include:
Brescia Borgo San Giovanni has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Brescia Borgo San Giovanni.
ATMs are available at Brescia Borgo San Giovanni.
Available at Brescia Borgo San Giovanni: Parking.
Available at Brescia Borgo San Giovanni: Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Brescia Borgo San Giovanni.
Sale Marasino is 22 km from Brescia city centre. Public transport options include:
Sale Marasino has practical services for this route, including Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, and Hotel.
Food and drink options are available at Sale Marasino.
ATMs are available at Sale Marasino.
Available at Sale Marasino: WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Sale Marasino.
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