- Must visit
Museo Archeologico Nazionale di Napoli
One of Italy’s most important archaeological museums, renowned for treasures from Pompeii and Herculaneum, including mosaics, frescoes, and classical sculpture.
Cheapest price
$76
Average price
$103
Fastest journey
3 h 26 m
Average duration
3 h 26 m
Trains per day
68
Distance
471 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bologna to Naples is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bologna to Naples will cost around $103 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $76.
Of the 68 trains that leave Bologna for Naples on Thu, Jun 04, 55 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Jun 04 the direct trains cover the 471 km distance in an average of 3 h 26 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 26 m .
On Thu, Jun 04 the slowest trains will take 3 h 26 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.
Intercity 594+
Autobus RM41H · Regionale 21039
Intercity 583
Intercity 597
InterCityNotte 770+
Intercity 723
Autobus TTPER B0403 · Regionale 18512+
Intercity 511
FRECCIAROSSA 9657
FRECCIAROSSA 9661
FRECCIAROSSA 9625
FRECCIAROSSA 9611
FRECCIAROSSA 9637Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bologna to Naples among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $10. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 54m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $10, and a flight costs an average of $132.
Distance: 292 miles (471 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
$79 Average price | $27 Average price Cheapest | $218 Average price |
7h 7m Average total duration 6h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 25m Average total duration 6h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 54m Average total duration Fastest 1h 54m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions | 1.4 - 2.8kg CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular airline |
Direct Options | 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 Naples:
A bus is $52 (€42) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bologna to Naples costing on average $79 (€64).
A bus is $191 (€154) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bologna to Naples costing on average $218 (€176).
Other travel options to Naples take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 37m.
Bus takes on average 6h 55m.
The table below shows live departures for Bologna to Naples trains for today, Wednesday, June 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FRECCIAROSSA 9505 | 6:27 AM Bologna Centrale | 4h41 | 11:08 AM Naples Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9603+ Intercity 551 | 7:07 AM Bologna Centrale | 4h27 | 11:34 AM Naples Centrale | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9511 · FRECCIAROSSA 8335 | 7:27 AM Bologna Centrale | 4h46 | 12:13 PM Naples Centrale | 1 transfer | |
8111 | 7:57 AM Bologna Centrale | 4h26 | 12:23 PM Naples Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9403 | 8:02 AM Bologna Centrale | 4h26 | 12:28 PM Naples Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9607 · FRECCIAROSSA 9403 | 8:07 AM Bologna Centrale | 4h21 | 12:28 PM Naples Centrale | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9303 · FRECCIAROSSA 9604 | 8:12 AM Bologna Centrale | 4h26 | 12:38 PM Naples Centrale | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9515 | 8:27 AM Bologna Centrale | 4h25 | 12:52 PM Naples Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
8903 | 8:42 AM Bologna Centrale | 4h16 | 12:58 PM Naples Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 583 | 8:54 AM Bologna Centrale | 6h56 | 3:50 PM Naples Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9405 | 9:02 AM Bologna Centrale | 4h48 | 1:50 PM Naples Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9611 | 9:07 AM Bologna Centrale | 4h11 | 1:18 PM Naples Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9519 | 9:27 AM Bologna Centrale | 3h48 | 1:15 PM Naples Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9613 | 9:37 AM Bologna Centrale | 3h33 | 1:10 PM Naples Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
9919 | 9:57 AM Bologna Centrale | 3h46 | 1:43 PM Naples Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9409 | 10:02 AM Bologna Centrale | 4h01 | 2:03 PM Naples Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Autobus TTPER B0403 · Regionale 18512+ Intercity 511 | 10:10 AM Bologna Centrale | 10h24 | 8:34 PM Naples Centrale | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9391 · FRECCIAROSSA 9409 | 10:12 AM Bologna Centrale | 3h51 | 2:03 PM Naples Centrale | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9391 | 10:12 AM Bologna Centrale | 3h56 | 2:08 PM Naples Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9583 | 10:27 AM Bologna Centrale | 3h46 | 2:13 PM Naples Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
8902 | 10:37 AM Bologna Centrale | 4h51 | 3:28 PM Naples Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
8907 | 10:42 AM Bologna Centrale | 4h01 | 2:43 PM Naples Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9619 | 11:07 AM Bologna Centrale | 3h26 | 2:33 PM Naples Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9311 | 11:12 AM Bologna Centrale | 3h51 | 3:03 PM Naples Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9527 | 11:27 AM Bologna Centrale | 3h46 | 3:13 PM Naples Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
9927 | 11:57 AM Bologna Centrale | 3h46 | 3:43 PM Naples Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9587 | 12:27 PM Bologna Centrale | 3h54 | 4:21 PM Naples Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9625 | 12:37 PM Bologna Centrale | 3h26 | 4:03 PM Naples Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
9931 | 12:57 PM Bologna Centrale | 3h46 | 4:43 PM Naples Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9627 | 1:07 PM Bologna Centrale | 3h26 | 4:33 PM Naples Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9535 | 1:27 PM Bologna Centrale | 3h51 | 5:18 PM Naples Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
8929 | 1:42 PM Bologna Centrale | 3h46 | 5:28 PM Naples Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
9935 | 1:57 PM Bologna Centrale | 3h46 | 5:43 PM Naples Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9631 | 2:07 PM Bologna Centrale | 3h26 | 5:33 PM Naples Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9539 | 2:27 PM Bologna Centrale | 4h26 | 6:53 PM Naples Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9539 · FRECCIAROSSA 8343 | 2:27 PM Bologna Centrale | 3h56 | 6:23 PM Naples Centrale | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9637 | 3:07 PM Bologna Centrale | 3h26 | 6:33 PM Naples Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9543 | 3:27 PM Bologna Centrale | 3h46 | 7:13 PM Naples Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
8915 | 3:42 PM Bologna Centrale | 3h46 | 7:28 PM Naples Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9425 | 4:02 PM Bologna Centrale | 3h46 | 7:48 PM Naples Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9641 · FRECCIAROSSA 9425 | 4:07 PM Bologna Centrale | 3h41 | 7:48 PM Naples Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 597 | 4:21 PM Bologna Centrale | 7h18 | 11:39 PM Naples Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9643 | 4:37 PM Bologna Centrale | 3h28 | 8:05 PM Naples Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
8919 | 4:42 PM Bologna Centrale | 3h46 | 8:28 PM Naples Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
9947 | 4:57 PM Bologna Centrale | 3h46 | 8:43 PM Naples Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9427 | 5:02 PM Bologna Centrale | 3h46 | 8:48 PM Naples Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9645 · FRECCIAROSSA 9427 | 5:07 PM Bologna Centrale | 3h41 | 8:48 PM Naples Centrale | 1 transfer | |
8963 | 5:17 PM Bologna Centrale | 4h06 | 9:23 PM Naples Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 594+ Autobus RM41H · Regionale 21039 | 5:25 PM Bologna Centrale | 13h05 | 6:30 AM Naples Centrale | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9551 | 5:27 PM Bologna Centrale | 3h46 | 9:13 PM Naples Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9647 · FRECCIAROSSA 9551 | 5:37 PM Bologna Centrale | 3h36 | 9:13 PM Naples Centrale | 1 transfer | |
8923 | 5:42 PM Bologna Centrale | 4h10 | 9:52 PM Naples Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8525 | 5:47 PM Bologna Centrale | 3h46 | 9:33 PM Naples Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
9951 | 5:57 PM Bologna Centrale | 3h46 | 9:43 PM Naples Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9431 | 6:02 PM Bologna Centrale | 3h46 | 9:48 PM Naples Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9649 · FRECCIAROSSA 9431 | 6:07 PM Bologna Centrale | 3h41 | 9:48 PM Naples Centrale | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9325 | 6:12 PM Bologna Centrale | 3h51 | 10:03 PM Naples Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9555 | 6:27 PM Bologna Centrale | 3h48 | 10:15 PM Naples Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
8925 | 6:42 PM Bologna Centrale | 3h46 | 10:28 PM Naples Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
9955 | 6:57 PM Bologna Centrale | 3h46 | 10:43 PM Naples Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9653 | 7:07 PM Bologna Centrale | 3h26 | 10:33 PM Naples Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9657 | 7:37 PM Bologna Centrale | 3h26 | 11:03 PM Naples Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
9959 | 7:57 PM Bologna Centrale | 3h46 | 11:43 PM Naples Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9435 | 8:02 PM Bologna Centrale | 3h46 | 11:48 PM Naples Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9661 | 8:07 PM Bologna Centrale | 3h26 | 11:33 PM Naples Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
InterCityNotte 1963+ Intercity 510 | 11:05 PM Bologna Centrale | 8h13 | 7:18 AM Naples Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| Thursday, June 4 | |||||
InterCityNotte 770+ FRECCIAROSSA 9501 | 1:33 AM Bologna Centrale | 6h39 | 8:12 AM Naples Centrale | 1 transfer | |
InterCityNotte 770+ Intercity 723 | 1:33 AM Bologna Centrale | 8h01 | 9:34 AM Naples Centrale | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Bologna to Naples run on average 63 times per day, taking around 6h 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $31 (€25) but you can travel from only $10 (€8) by bus.
There are 52 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:52. The fastest train covers the 292 miles (471 km) distance in 3h 26m.
Distance 292 miles (471 km) |
Average train duration 6h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price $31 (€25) |
Trains per day 63 |
Direct trains 52 |
Fastest train 3h 26m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:52 PM |
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Discover the best of Naples — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Naples trip today.
One of Italy’s most important archaeological museums, renowned for treasures from Pompeii and Herculaneum, including mosaics, frescoes, and classical sculpture.
A major fine arts museum in a former Bourbon palace, with works by Caravaggio, Titian, and Farnese collections, plus a large park.
A small but world-famous museum chapel housing the Veiled Christ, celebrated for its extraordinary marble craftsmanship and Baroque symbolism.
The famous straight street cutting through the historic center, lined with churches, palaces, workshops, and nonstop local street life.
Historic lane celebrated for artisan nativity workshops; lively year-round and especially atmospheric during the Christmas season.
Naples’ grand ceremonial square, framed by the Royal Palace and Basilica of San Francesco di Paola, ideal for orientation and photos.
Naples’ iconic wood-fired pizza with a soft, airy crust and simple toppings such as tomato, mozzarella, and basil. It is the city’s most famous culinary tradition.
A classic Neapolitan pizza topped with tomato, garlic, oregano, and olive oil. It is one of the oldest local pizzas and naturally dairy-free.
Spaghetti with clams, olive oil, garlic, and parsley. A beloved coastal pasta dish that reflects Naples’ strong connection to the sea.
Well-known pizzeria on Via dei Tribunali serving traditional Neapolitan pizzas with quality ingredients in a lively atmosphere.
Established modern pizzeria praised for expertly fermented dough and excellent classic toppings. Popular with both locals and visitors.
Historic, no-frills pizzeria famous for classic Margherita and Marinara. One of Naples’ most iconic casual dining experiences.
Naples is generally cheaper than Rome or Milan. Food is good value, while central hotels cost more in peak season.
Service is often included or minimal. Rounding up or leaving EUR 1-2 at cafes is common; 5-10% at restaurants for good service is appreciated, not required.
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