Bologna to Naples train

Trains from Bologna to Naples

The ride from Bologna to Naples is an easy one to make. With more than 40 trains running per day on weekdays and more than 30 trains running per day on weekends, it’s not difficult to find a departure time to fit your schedule. Trains run 2-3 times per hour, with trips varying from around 3h 26min on the fastest trains with no transfers, to approximately 13h 31min for the most leisurely journey, which includes two transfers.!

Bologna to Naples Train Time: Daily Departures

The first train out of Bologna leaves around 1:35 a.m., while the last leaves at approximatelyaround 11:00 p.m. (roughly 11:10 p.m. ) or midnight (about 11:52 p.m. ), depending on the day. At least one train runs per hour between 6:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m. daily, with the highest number of trains running during the 10:00 a.m. hour (6 departures) and the 5:00 p.m. hour (5 departures).

How long is the journey by train from Bologna to Naples?

The length of time your journey will take depends on train speed, the number of transfers you make, and layover time. The quickest trip between Bologna and Naples takes just about 3h 26min with no transfers, but other trips with no transfers can take close to 7h. You can make the journey with one transfer in just under 4h or in approximately 8h 37min, while transferring twice will take at least 9h 55min and potentially more than 13h depending on departure time.

What is/are the departure and arrival stations for trains from Bologna to Naples?

Departure train station: Bologna Centrale is located at Piazza Medaglie d'Oro, 2 - 40121 between downtown and the north of the city. It is roughly 0.6 miles (1 km) on foot from the city center, a mere 3min car ride. Customer Service is open daily approximately from 6:30 a.m. to 11:00 p.m., while the Freccia Club and ticket office are open from 6:30 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. The waiting room is open 24h a day.

Arrival train station: The train arrives at Naples Centrale in Giuseppe Garibaldi Square in the city center. The Piazza Garibaldi is in the lower level of the station, as are the Circumvesuviana annexes serving private, local trains. The station hosts several places to eat, offers a currency exchange, restrooms, and vending machines. The tourism office is open from around 7:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. and baggage consignment is available from approximately 6:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. for a fee.

Which train companies travel from Bologna to Naples?

Five train companies provide service between Bologna and Naples: Frecciarossa, Intercity, Intercity Notte, Regionale, and Italo. Frecciarossa is the high speed line for Trenitalia, the parent company for every line except Italo. Frecciarossa offers the fastest times and fewest transfers of the Trenitalia lines and offers one of the earliest departure times at about 1:35 a.m. Intercity offers slower speeds and more transfers, with their direct train travel times clocking in at 6h 42min. Intercity Notte offers limited overnight service with two transfers on their evening departures. Regionale offers the opposite service of Intercity Notte with two morning runs that have two transfers each. Finally, Italo’s high speed trains run direct with no transfers.

Frecciarossa trains from Bologna to Naples

Frecciarossa offers the most options to travelers, running 20 trains between Bologna and Naples daily. They average one to three trains an hour, beginning at around 1:35 a.m. in conjunction with Intercity Notte, and ending at approximately 7:27 p.m. Only three of their trips require transferring; the rest are direct. Their trips at approximately 7:37 a.m., 8:37 a.m., and 3:37 p.m. are the quickest, clocking in at about 3h 26min each, while their longest is the morning run with Intercity Notte. It departs at about 1:35 a.m. and arrives approximately 7h 38min later at around 9:13 a.m. The majority of their trains have a run time of between approximately 3h 41min and 4h 26min.

Intercity trains from Bologna to Naples

Intercity provides the second early morning option for travelers, in conjunction with Intercity Notte, and six additional trips throughout the day. Their first train leaves Bologna at roughly 1:35 a.m. with two transfers, arriving in Naples at around 9:29 a.m. - a total travel time of about 7h 54min. Intercity’s trains are not high speed, and their fastest direct train runs at around 06h 42min. Their longest travel time is their 10:00 a.m. train (leaving at around 10:10 a.m. ), which arrives in Naples at approximately 8:29 p.m. after about 10h 19min and two transfers. Their overnight service leaving Bologna at around 8:04 p.m. runs only slightly faster. Also in conjunction with Intercity Notte, this train arrives in Naples at approximately 6:05 a.m. after two transfers and roughly 10h 1min on the tracks.

Intercity Notte trains from Bologna to Naples

Intercity Notte offers the longest trips between Bologna and Naples, with no direct lines between the cities. All of their trips are paired with one of Trenitalia’s other three lines. Intercity Notte has two early morning trains, both leaving Bologna at around 1:35 a.m. and arriving in Naples after 9:00 a.m. They do not offer service again until after 8:00 p.m. Their latest train departs from Bologna Centrale at approximately 11:52 p.m. and arrives in Naples at about 1:23 p.m. Their shortest trip has a running time of around 7h 38min and their longest takes roughly 13h 31min. Two of their trips, at approximately 10:10 a.m. and 8:38 p.m., require part of the journey to be made via bus.

Regionale trains from Bologna to Naples

Like Intercity Notte, Regionale runs almost entirely in conjunction with other Trenitalia lines.Only three trips leave from Bologna to Naples on the Regionale line. In all other instances, Regionale serves as a transfer line for other Trenitalia services. Two of their trains leave in the morning (around 6:34 a.m. and 10:34 a.m. ) and offer lengthy travel times with two separate transfers. They zig-zag across Italy, heading southeast to Ancona before turning southwest to Rome. The train at approximately 6:34 a.m. offers the longest layover, giving passengers roughly 2h 56min in Rome before the final leg to Naples. However, this train also offers the shortest layover as well, with only about 11min to transfer trains in Ancona. Regionale’s final train to Naples is an overnight, leaving at approximately 8:48 p.m. and requires transferring to a bus.

Italo trains from Bologna to Naples

Italo is the sole train line running from Bologna to Naples that is not part of Trentalia. They offer only direct rides with no transfers, averaging ten trips a day. Trains run hourly between 7:00 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. but then pause until about 2:57 p.m. and again until around 4:42 p.m., when regular service returns. The first trip of the day leaving on the Italo line is at approximately 7:57 a.m., with the last trip of the day departing at about 6:57 p.m. Eight of their ten trips run consistently at around 3h 46min, with the two departures at approximately 10:42 a.m. and 10:57 a.m. taking slightly longer: about 4h 1min and 3h 56min respectively. Prices throughout the day are generally consistent, with no wild increases or decreases that may be found with other lines.

Train Bologna to Naples: Services on Board

As you would expect with so many trains running between Bologna and Naples, the services available vary depending on which line you choose. You are certain to find the amenities you require with the number of options. Frecciarossa offers four different classes to travelers on their direct lines: Standard, Premium, Business, and Executive. Premium, Business, and Executive classes come at an upcharge. All classes include armchairs seating, bistro service, and free Wi-Fi, with additional amenities available in the higher classes. In addition, there are three different types of fares: Super Economy, Economy, and Base. Super Economy tickets are non-refundable and non-transferable. Economy tickets are non-refundable. Base tickets are semi-refundable and fully transferable. Economy and Base tickets both have an upcharge. Small dogs, cats, and other pets travel free of charge (large dogs are allowed at an additional fee and restrictions), collapsible bikes are welcome on the train, and services are available for people with disabilities or reduced mobility. Intercity and Intercity Notte provide the same services and amenities: first and second class seats with armchair seating and bistro service. Second class also boasts plenty of storage space. They each offer two different types of fares: Economy and Base. Economy tickets are non-refundable. Base tickets are semi-refundable and fully transferable. Base tickets come with an upcharge. Both train lines allow collapsible bikes, small dogs, cats, and other pets (large dogs cost extra and are subject to additional restrictions), and provide services for people with disabilities or reduced mobility. Regionale only sells second class seats with armchair seating, bistro service, and ample storage space. They offer three different types of fares: Super Economy, Economy, and Base. Super Economy tickets are non-refundable. Economy tickets are also non-refundable, but can be exchanged a single time for a comparable fare so long as the exchange is made prior to departure. Base tickets are semi-refundable. Small dogs, cats, and other pets are allowed on trains (there are fees and restrictions associated with large dogs), collapsible bikes can be transported, and services are available for people with disabilities or reduced mobility. Italo provides services across three different classes with two types of fare choices and the option to reserve specific seats (aisle or window). Their classes are Smart, Primo, and Executive, all of which offer free WiFi and reclining leather seats. Smart also offers onboard entertainment, while Primo offers extra space and welcome service. Executive class includes welcome service and private lounges. Italo’s Economy fare is semi-refundable and can be changed for a 20% fee or refunded for a 40% fee, while the Flex fare can be exchanged for free and refunded for a 20% fee. The Flex fare is automatic with an Executive class ticket. Italo trains are pet friendly (small dogs, cats, and other types of animals), wheelchair accessible, and have storage space for pushchairs, strollers, and collapsible bikes.

How to find cheap train tickets from Bologna to Naples?

If managing your finances is your primary concern, there are several ways to find the least expensive way to travel between Bologna and Naples. First, book in advance. Ticket prices change frequently and the price tends to go up the closer you are to your departure date. Second, be flexible. Unless you need to be in Naples at a specific time on a specific date, you should be willing to look outside your “ideal” time frame if it doesn’t square with your “ideal” price. Finally, consider being a tortoise, not a hare. Slower trains or trains that require one or more transfers can save you a lot of money while giving you plenty of downtime to unwind with a good book or any other leisure activity you may not otherwise be able to fit into your schedule.