The cheapest and fastest trains from Bologna to Novara
Cheapest price
$27
Average price
$48
Fastest journey
1 h 58 m
Average duration
1 h 58 m
Trains per day
79
Distance
239 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bologna to Novara is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bologna to Novara will cost around $48 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $27.
It's difficult to get from Bologna to Novara without transferring at least once.
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2478 · Regionale Veloce 2038
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2460 · S1 TRENORD 24128 · S6 TRENORD 24630
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2482 · Regionale Veloce 2042
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2486 · S1 TRENORD 24180 · S6 TRENORD 24682
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2470 · Regionale Veloce 2030 · Regionale 11526
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9662+
Regionale Veloce 7644
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9630+
Regionale Veloce 2030
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9634+
Regionale Veloce 2032
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9626+
Regionale Veloce 2028
FRECCIAROSSA 9658+
Regionale Veloce 2042Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Bologna to Novara
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bologna to Novara among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 36m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €11, and a train costs an average of €19.
Distance: 148 miles (239 km)
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3h 6m Average total duration Fastest 2h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 43m Average total duration 4h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Bologna to Novara train times
The table below shows live departures for Bologna to Novara trains for today, Monday, December 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 4:33 PM Bologna | 3h39 | 8:12 PM Novara | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Tuesday, December 23 | |||||
InterCityNotte 758+ Regionale Veloce 2014 | 3:56 AM Bologna Centrale | 2h58 | 6:54 AM Novara station | 1 transfer | |
InterCityNotte 752+ Regionale TRENORD 2414 · S6 TRENORD 24600 | 4:06 AM Bologna Centrale | 3h36 | 7:42 AM Novara station | 2 transfers | |
InterCityNotte 752+ Regionale TRENORD 2924 · Regionale TRENORD 1217 | 4:06 AM Bologna Centrale | 3h43 | 7:49 AM Novara Nord | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2454 · Regionale Veloce 2016 | 4:28 AM Bologna Centrale | 3h26 | 7:54 AM Novara station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2456 · S13 TRENORD 24322 · Regionale TRENORD 1223 | 4:40 AM Bologna Centrale | 4h09 | 8:49 AM Novara Nord | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2456 · S6 TRENORD 24604 | 4:40 AM Bologna Centrale | 4h02 | 8:42 AM Novara station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2456 · Regionale Veloce 2020 | 4:40 AM Bologna Centrale | 5h14 | 9:54 AM Novara station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2458 · S1 TRENORD 24124 · Regionale TRENORD 1229 | 4:53 AM Bologna Centrale | 4h56 | 9:49 AM Novara Nord | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2458 · Regionale Veloce 2018 | 4:53 AM Bologna Centrale | 4h01 | 8:54 AM Novara station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2458 · Regionale TRENORD 2418 · S6 TRENORD 24608 | 4:53 AM Bologna Centrale | 4h49 | 9:42 AM Novara station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2460 · S1 TRENORD 24128 · S6 TRENORD 24630 | 5:58 AM Bologna Centrale | 4h14 | 10:12 AM Novara station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2460 · S1 TRENORD 24128 · Regionale TRENORD 1231 | 5:58 AM Bologna Centrale | 4h51 | 10:49 AM Novara Nord | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2460 · Regionale TRENORD 2934 · Regionale Veloce 2020 | 5:58 AM Bologna Centrale | 3h56 | 9:54 AM Novara station | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9504+ Regionale Veloce 2018 | 6:31 AM Bologna Centrale | 2h23 | 8:54 AM Novara station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2462 · Regionale Veloce 2022 | 6:50 AM Bologna Centrale | 4h04 | 10:54 AM Novara station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2462 · S1 TRENORD 24132 · S6 TRENORD 24636 | 6:50 AM Bologna Centrale | 4h52 | 11:42 AM Novara station | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9300+ S6 TRENORD 24606 | 6:51 AM Bologna Centrale | 2h21 | 9:12 AM Novara station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3466 · Regionale TRENORD 2624 · Regionale Veloce 2024 | 7:10 AM Bologna Centrale | 4h44 | 11:54 AM Novara station | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9508+ Regionale Veloce 2020 | 7:36 AM Bologna Centrale | 2h18 | 9:54 AM Novara station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9608+ Regionale TRENORD 2936 · Regionale TRENORD 1231 | 7:56 AM Bologna Centrale | 2h53 | 10:49 AM Novara Nord | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9610+ S1 TRENORD 24130 · S6 TRENORD 24632 | 8:26 AM Bologna Centrale | 2h16 | 10:42 AM Novara station | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 580+ Regionale TRENORD 2424 · Regionale 11523 | 8:46 AM Bologna Centrale | 4h37 | 1:23 PM Vignale | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 580+ Regionale TRENORD 2944 · Regionale TRENORD 1241 | 8:46 AM Bologna Centrale | 4h03 | 12:49 PM Novara Nord | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2466 · Regionale Veloce 2026 · Regionale 11520 | 8:50 AM Bologna Centrale | 4h37 | 1:27 PM Vignale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2466 · Regionale Veloce 2026 | 8:50 AM Bologna Centrale | 4h04 | 12:54 PM Novara station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9612+ Regionale Veloce 2022 | 8:56 AM Bologna Centrale | 1h58 | 10:54 AM Novara station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9616+ S1 TRENORD 24134 · S6 TRENORD 24636 | 9:26 AM Bologna Centrale | 2h16 | 11:42 AM Novara station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3908 · Regionale TRENORD 10868 · S6 TRENORD 24648 | 9:33 AM Bologna Centrale | 5h09 | 2:42 PM Novara station | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9618+ Regionale Veloce 2024 | 9:56 AM Bologna Centrale | 1h58 | 11:54 AM Novara station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9618+ Regionale TRENORD 2424 · Regionale 11523 | 9:56 AM Bologna Centrale | 3h27 | 1:23 PM Vignale | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 604+ Regionale Veloce 2028 · Regionale 11522 | 10:05 AM Bologna Centrale | 4h22 | 2:27 PM Vignale | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 604+ Regionale Veloce 2028 | 10:05 AM Bologna Centrale | 3h49 | 1:54 PM Novara station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2470 · Regionale Veloce 2030 · Regionale 11526 | 10:50 AM Bologna Centrale | 5h37 | 4:27 PM Vignale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2470 · Regionale Veloce 2030 | 10:50 AM Bologna Centrale | 4h04 | 2:54 PM Novara station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9622+ Regionale Veloce 2026 · Regionale 11520 | 10:56 AM Bologna Centrale | 2h31 | 1:27 PM Vignale | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9622+ Regionale Veloce 2026 | 10:56 AM Bologna Centrale | 1h58 | 12:54 PM Novara station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9624+ S1 TRENORD 24142 · S6 TRENORD 24644 | 11:26 AM Bologna Centrale | 2h16 | 1:42 PM Novara station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3912 · Regionale TRENORD 10872 · S6 TRENORD 24656 | 11:33 AM Bologna Centrale | 5h09 | 4:42 PM Novara station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale TTPER 17414 · Regionale TTPER 2472 · Regionale Veloce 2032 | 11:50 AM Bologna Centrale | 4h04 | 3:54 PM Novara station | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9626+ Regionale Veloce 2028 | 11:56 AM Bologna Centrale | 1h58 | 1:54 PM Novara station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9626+ Regionale Veloce 2028 · Regionale 11522 | 11:56 AM Bologna Centrale | 2h31 | 2:27 PM Vignale | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 606+ S2 TRENORD 24250 · S6 TRENORD 24652 | 12:03 PM Bologna Centrale | 3h39 | 3:42 PM Novara station | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 606+ Regionale Veloce 2032 · Regionale 11526 | 12:03 PM Bologna Centrale | 4h24 | 4:27 PM Vignale | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 606+ Regionale Veloce 2032 | 12:03 PM Bologna Centrale | 3h51 | 3:54 PM Novara station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9628+ S1 TRENORD 24146 · S6 TRENORD 24648 | 12:26 PM Bologna Centrale | 2h16 | 2:42 PM Novara station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2474 · Regionale TRENORD 2962 · Regionale Veloce 2004 | 12:50 PM Bologna Centrale | 3h56 | 4:46 PM Novara station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2474 · S1 TRENORD 24156 · S6 TRENORD 24658 | 12:50 PM Bologna Centrale | 4h22 | 5:12 PM Novara station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2474 · Regionale Veloce 2034 · Regionale 11528 | 12:50 PM Bologna Centrale | 4h37 | 5:27 PM Vignale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2474 · Regionale Veloce 2034 | 12:50 PM Bologna Centrale | 4h04 | 4:54 PM Novara station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9630+ Regionale Veloce 2030 | 12:56 PM Bologna Centrale | 1h58 | 2:54 PM Novara station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3844 · Regionale TRENORD 2636 · Regionale Veloce 2036 | 1:10 PM Bologna Centrale | 4h44 | 5:54 PM Novara station | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bologna to Novara
Trains from Bologna to Novara run on average 65 times per day, taking around 2h 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $24 (€19) but you can travel from only $13 (€11) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 01:05, the last at 23:06. The fastest train covers the 148 miles (239 km) distance in 2h 58m.
Distance 148 miles (239 km) |
Average train duration 2h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price $24 (€19) |
Trains per day 65 |
Fastest train 2h 58m |
First train 01:05 |
Last train 23:06 |
Train companies: Regionale, Frecciarossa, Italo, Intercity, Intercity Notte from Bologna to Novara trainsRegionale, Frecciarossa, Italo, Intercity, Intercity Notte trains will get you between Bologna and Novara from $13 (€11). 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 Novara
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bologna to Novara 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 Novara, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Bologna to Novara
- 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
- Free parking available near the station
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- Free of charge
- San Ruffillo House
- Hotel Il Guercino
- Hotel Porta San Mamolo
- The station has a simple layout with two platforms and a small waiting area.
- Bus: Several local bus lines available
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. Departures can be made outside of opening hours. Access is available via Piazza Garibaldi.
- Ristorante Pizzeria Marechiaro
- Osteria del Gallo
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, restrooms.
- €1
- Hotel Cavour
- Hotel La Bussola
- Hotel Croce di Malta
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for regional and intercity trains
- Hall 2: platform 5-6 for high-speed trains
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Regional and intercity connections
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