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The cheapest and fastest trains from Bologna to Pavia
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Sep 19
Cheapest price on Sep 19
€18
Average ticket price on Sep 19
€32
Fastest journey on Sep 19
1 h 32 m
Average journey duration on Sep 19
1 h 32 m
Trains on Sep 19
158
Distance
188 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bologna to Pavia is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bologna to Pavia will cost around €32 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €18.
Fast trains
It's difficult to get from Bologna to Pavia without transferring at least once.
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3912 · Regionale TRENORD 10872 · Regionale TRENORD 1077412:33 PM4h13Bologna Centrale4:46 PMPavia Porta Garibaldi€181One-way2 transfers- Regionale Veloce TTPER 3912 · Regionale TRENORD 10872 · Regionale TRENORD 1077412:33 PM4h21Bologna Centrale4:54 PMPavia station€181One-way2 transfers
- Regionale Veloce TTPER 2454 · Regionale TRENORD 10856 · Regionale TRENORD 107585:28 AM3h18Bologna Centrale8:46 AMPavia Porta Garibaldi€181One-way2 transfers
- Regionale Veloce TTPER 2466 · Regionale TRENORD 107689:50 AM3h56Bologna Centrale1:46 PMPavia Porta Garibaldi€181One-way1 transfer
- Regionale Veloce TTPER 2482 · Regionale TRENORD 107845:50 PM3h56Bologna Centrale9:46 PMPavia Porta Garibaldi€181One-way1 transfer
FRECCIAROSSA 9514+Regionale TRENORD 104711:36 PM1h32Bologna Centrale3:08 PMPavia station€571One-way1 transfer- FRECCIAROSSA 9516+Regionale TRENORD 1046510:36 AM1h32Bologna Centrale12:08 PMPavia station€451One-way1 transfer
- FRECCIAROSSA 9584+Regionale TRENORD 104753:36 PM1h32Bologna Centrale5:08 PMPavia station€531One-way1 transfer
- FRECCIAROSSA 9540+Regionale TRENORD 104774:36 PM1h32Bologna Centrale6:08 PMPavia station€421One-way1 transfer
- FRECCIAROSSA 9520+Regionale TRENORD 1046711:36 AM1h32Bologna Centrale1:08 PMPavia station€481One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Bologna to Pavia
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bologna to Pavia among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €26 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 44m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €26, while a flight costs an average of €454.
Distance: 116 miles (188 km)
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€26 Average price Cheapest | €32 Average price | €454 Average price | €49 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 44m Average total duration Fastest 2h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 33m Average total duration 3h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 27m Average total duration 3h 27m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 2h 30m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The cheapest way to travel from Bologna to Pavia is a train with an average price of €26.
This is compared to other travel options from Bologna to Pavia:
A train is €6 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Bologna to Pavia costing on average €32.
A train is €428 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bologna to Pavia costing on average €454.
The fastest way to travel from Bologna to Pavia is by train with an average journey time of 2h 14m.
Other travel options to Pavia take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 3m.
Flight takes on average 3h 27m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Bologna and Pavia including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Bologna to Pavia among Omio's users.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.
The journey is about 16m faster (2h 14m by train vs 2h 30m by car) and roughly €23 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (€26 vs €49). 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.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Bologna to Pavia train times
The table below shows live departures for Bologna to Pavia trains for today, Friday, September 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Regionale Veloce TTPER 2478 · Regionale TRENORD 10878 · Regionale TRENORD 10780 | 3:50 PM Bologna Centrale | 4h04 | 7:54 PM Pavia station | 2 transfers | |
| Regionale Veloce TTPER 2478 · Regionale Veloce 3037 · Regionale TRENORD 10781 | 3:50 PM Bologna Centrale | 3h21 | 7:11 PM Pavia Porta Garibaldi | 2 transfers | |
| Regionale Veloce TTPER 2478 · Regionale Veloce 3037 | 3:50 PM Bologna Centrale | 3h09 | 6:59 PM Pavia station | 1 transfer | |
| FRECCIAROSSA 9638+Regionale Veloce 2375 | 3:56 PM Bologna Centrale | 2h03 | 5:59 PM Pavia station | 1 transfer | |
| FRECCIAROSSA 9638+Regionale Veloce 2375 · Regionale TRENORD 10779 | 3:56 PM Bologna Centrale | 2h15 | 6:11 PM Pavia Porta Garibaldi | 2 transfers | |
| Regionale Veloce TTPER 3920 · Regionale TRENORD 10880 · Regionale TRENORD 10782 | 4:33 PM Bologna Centrale | 4h13 | 8:46 PM Pavia Porta Garibaldi | 2 transfers | |
| Regionale Veloce TTPER 3920 · Regionale TTPER 2480 · Regionale TRENORD 2379 | 4:33 PM Bologna Centrale | 3h26 | 7:59 PM Pavia station | 2 transfers | |
| FRECCIAROSSA 9540+Regionale TRENORD 10477 | 4:36 PM Bologna Centrale | 1h32 | 6:08 PM Pavia station | 1 transfer | |
 Intercity 590+S13 TRENORD 24365 | 4:54 PM Bologna Centrale | 2h57 | 7:51 PM Pavia station | 1 transfer | |
| Intercity 590+Regionale TRENORD 2379 · Regionale TRENORD 10783 | 4:54 PM Bologna Centrale | 3h17 | 8:11 PM Pavia Porta Garibaldi | 2 transfers | |
 9940+Regionale Veloce 3037 | 5:06 PM Bologna Centrale | 1h53 | 6:59 PM Pavia station | 1 transfer | |
| 9940+S13 TRENORD 24361 | 5:06 PM Bologna Centrale | 1h45 | 6:51 PM Pavia station | 1 transfer | |
| 9940+Regionale TRENORD 10479 | 5:06 PM Bologna Centrale | 2h02 | 7:08 PM Pavia station | 1 transfer | |
| Regionale Veloce TTPER 3922 · Regionale TRENORD 10480 | 5:33 PM Bologna Centrale | 3h18 | 8:51 PM Pavia station | 1 transfer | |
| FRECCIAROSSA 9544+Regionale TRENORD 10479 | 5:36 PM Bologna Centrale | 1h32 | 7:08 PM Pavia station | 1 transfer | |
| Regionale Veloce TTPER 2482 · Regionale TRENORD 10784 | 5:50 PM Bologna Centrale | 4h04 | 9:54 PM Pavia station | 1 transfer | |
| Regionale Veloce TTPER 2482 · Regionale Veloce 3041 | 5:50 PM Bologna Centrale | 3h09 | 8:59 PM Pavia station | 1 transfer | |
| Regionale Veloce TTPER 2482 · Regionale TRENORD 10784 | 5:50 PM Bologna Centrale | 3h56 | 9:46 PM Pavia Porta Garibaldi | 1 transfer | |
| Regionale Veloce TTPER 2482 · Regionale Veloce 3041 · Regionale TRENORD 10785 | 5:50 PM Bologna Centrale | 3h21 | 9:11 PM Pavia Porta Garibaldi | 2 transfers | |
| FRECCIAROSSA 9320+Intercity 685 | 5:51 PM Bologna Centrale | 1h34 | 7:25 PM Pavia station | 1 transfer | |
| FRECCIAROSSA 9646+Regionale TRENORD 2379 | 5:56 PM Bologna Centrale | 2h03 | 7:59 PM Pavia station | 1 transfer | |
| FRECCIAROSSA 9646+Regionale TRENORD 2379 · Regionale TRENORD 10783 | 5:56 PM Bologna Centrale | 2h15 | 8:11 PM Pavia Porta Garibaldi | 2 transfers | |
| Regionale Veloce TTPER 3924 · Regionale TRENORD 10483 | 6:33 PM Bologna Centrale | 2h35 | 9:08 PM Pavia station | 1 transfer | |
| FRECCIAROSSA 9588+Regionale TRENORD 10481 | 6:36 PM Bologna Centrale | 1h32 | 8:08 PM Pavia station | 1 transfer | |
| Regionale Veloce TTPER 2484 · Regionale TRENORD 2383 | 6:50 PM Bologna Centrale | 3h09 | 9:59 PM Pavia station | 1 transfer | |
| Regionale Veloce TTPER 2484 · Regionale TRENORD 2383 · Autobus TRENORD 787A | 6:50 PM Bologna Centrale | 3h26 | 10:16 PM Pavia Porta Garibaldi | 2 transfers | |
| Intercity 612+Regionale TRENORD 2383 | 7:05 PM Bologna Centrale | 2h54 | 9:59 PM Pavia station | 1 transfer | |
| Intercity 612+Regionale TRENORD 2383 · Autobus TRENORD 787A | 7:05 PM Bologna Centrale | 3h11 | 10:16 PM Pavia Porta Garibaldi | 2 transfers | |
| 9948+Regionale Veloce 3041 | 7:06 PM Bologna Centrale | 1h53 | 8:59 PM Pavia station | 1 transfer | |
| 9948+S13 TRENORD 24369 | 7:06 PM Bologna Centrale | 1h45 | 8:51 PM Pavia station | 1 transfer | |
| 9948+Regionale TRENORD 10483 | 7:06 PM Bologna Centrale | 2h02 | 9:08 PM Pavia station | 1 transfer | |
| FRECCIAROSSA 9808+Regionale Veloce 3041 · Regionale TRENORD 10785 | 7:18 PM Bologna Centrale | 1h53 | 9:11 PM Pavia Porta Garibaldi | 2 transfers | |
| FRECCIAROSSA 9808+S13 TRENORD 24369 | 7:18 PM Bologna Centrale | 1h33 | 8:51 PM Pavia station | 1 transfer | |
| FRECCIAROSSA 9552+Regionale TRENORD 10483 | 7:36 PM Bologna Centrale | 1h32 | 9:08 PM Pavia station | 1 transfer | |
| Regionale Veloce TTPER 2486 · S13 TRENORD 24379 | 7:50 PM Bologna Centrale | 3h31 | 11:21 PM Pavia station | 1 transfer | |
| FRECCIAROSSA 9658+Regionale TRENORD 2383 | 7:56 PM Bologna Centrale | 2h03 | 9:59 PM Pavia station | 1 transfer | |
| FRECCIAROSSA 9658+Regionale TRENORD 2383 · Autobus TRENORD 787A | 7:56 PM Bologna Centrale | 2h20 | 10:16 PM Pavia Porta Garibaldi | 2 transfers | |
| 9958+Regionale TRENORD 2383 | 8:06 PM Bologna Centrale | 1h53 | 9:59 PM Pavia station | 1 transfer | |
| 9958+S13 TRENORD 24373 | 8:06 PM Bologna Centrale | 1h45 | 9:51 PM Pavia station | 1 transfer | |
| 9958+S13 TRENORD 24375 | 8:06 PM Bologna Centrale | 2h15 | 10:21 PM Pavia station | 1 transfer | |
| Regionale Veloce TTPER 3928 · Regionale 2296 · Regionale TRENORD 2387 | 8:33 PM Bologna Centrale | 3h04 | 11:37 PM Pavia station | 2 transfers | |
| FRECCIAROSSA 9556+S13 TRENORD 24375 | 8:36 PM Bologna Centrale | 1h45 | 10:21 PM Pavia station | 1 transfer | |
| 9944+S13 TRENORD 24381 | 8:41 PM Bologna Centrale | 3h10 | 11:51 PM Pavia station | 1 transfer | |
| 9944+S13 TRENORD 24383 | 8:41 PM Bologna Centrale | 3h40 | 12:21 AM Pavia station | 1 transfer | |
| 9944+S1 TRENORD 24181 · Regionale TRENORD 2387 | 8:41 PM Bologna Centrale | 2h56 | 11:37 PM Pavia station | 2 transfers | |
| Intercity 596+Regionale TRENORD 2345 | 8:46 PM Bologna Centrale | 2h39 | 11:25 PM Pavia station | 1 transfer | |
| FRECCIAROSSA 9326+Regionale Veloce 3045 | 8:51 PM Bologna Centrale | 1h44 | 10:35 PM Pavia station | 1 transfer | |
| Intercity 614+S13 TRENORD 24383 | 9:04 PM Bologna Centrale | 3h17 | 12:21 AM Pavia station | 1 transfer | |
| 9954+S13 TRENORD 24377 | 9:06 PM Bologna Centrale | 1h45 | 10:51 PM Pavia station | 1 transfer | |
| 9954+Regionale TRENORD 2345 | 9:06 PM Bologna Centrale | 2h19 | 11:25 PM Pavia station | 1 transfer | |
| 9954+S13 TRENORD 24379 | 9:06 PM Bologna Centrale | 2h15 | 11:21 PM Pavia station | 1 transfer | |
| FRECCIAROSSA 9560+S13 TRENORD 24379 | 9:36 PM Bologna Centrale | 1h45 | 11:21 PM Pavia station | 1 transfer | |
| FRECCIAROSSA 9592+S13 TRENORD 24383 | 10:38 PM Bologna Centrale | 1h43 | 12:21 AM Pavia station | 1 transfer | |
| Saturday, September 19 | |||||
| Regionale TTPER 2066 · Regionale Veloce 2357 · Regionale TRENORD 10759 | 5:00 AM Bologna Centrale | 3h11 | 8:11 AM Pavia Porta Garibaldi | 2 transfers | |
| Regionale TTPER 2066 · Regionale Veloce 2357 | 5:00 AM Bologna Centrale | 2h59 | 7:59 AM Pavia station | 1 transfer | |
 InterCityNotte 752+Regionale TRENORD 2355 · Regionale TRENORD 10759 | 5:06 AM Bologna Centrale | 3h05 | 8:11 AM Pavia Porta Garibaldi | 2 transfers | |
| InterCityNotte 752+Regionale TRENORD 2355 | 5:06 AM Bologna Centrale | 2h53 | 7:59 AM Pavia station | 1 transfer | |
| Regionale Veloce TTPER 2454 · Regionale TRENORD 10856 · Regionale TRENORD 10758 | 5:28 AM Bologna Centrale | 3h18 | 8:46 AM Pavia Porta Garibaldi | 2 transfers | |
| Regionale Veloce TTPER 2454 · Regionale TRENORD 10457 | 5:28 AM Bologna Centrale | 2h40 | 8:08 AM Pavia station | 1 transfer | |
| InterCityNotte 754+Regionale Veloce 3019 · Regionale TRENORD 10761 | 5:35 AM Bologna Centrale | 3h36 | 9:11 AM Pavia Porta Garibaldi | 2 transfers | |
| InterCityNotte 754+Intercity 653 | 5:35 AM Bologna Centrale | 2h57 | 8:32 AM Pavia station | 1 transfer | |
| Regionale Veloce TTPER 2456 · TRENO DEL MARE TRENORD 3005 | 5:40 AM Bologna Centrale | 3h02 | 8:42 AM Pavia station | 1 transfer | |
| Regionale Veloce TTPER 2456 · Regionale TRENORD 10456 | 5:40 AM Bologna Centrale | 3h11 | 8:51 AM Pavia station | 1 transfer | |
| Regionale Veloce TTPER 2456 · Regionale TRENORD 10456 · Regionale TRENORD 10761 | 5:40 AM Bologna Centrale | 3h31 | 9:11 AM Pavia Porta Garibaldi | 2 transfers | |
| Regionale Veloce TTPER 2458 · Regionale TRENORD 10459 | 5:53 AM Bologna Centrale | 3h15 | 9:08 AM Pavia station | 1 transfer | |
| Regionale Veloce TTPER 2458 · Regionale TRENORD 10858 · Autobus TRENORD 760A | 5:53 AM Bologna Centrale | 3h50 | 9:43 AM Pavia Porta Garibaldi | 2 transfers | |
| Regionale TTPER 2070 · Regionale TRENORD 10458 | 6:33 AM Bologna Centrale | 3h18 | 9:51 AM Pavia station | 1 transfer | |
| Regionale TTPER 2070+Intercity 658 | 6:33 AM Bologna Centrale | 2h59 | 9:32 AM Pavia station | 1 transfer | |
| Regionale Veloce TTPER 2460 · S13 TRENORD 24427 | 6:58 AM Bologna Centrale | 3h23 | 10:21 AM Pavia station | 1 transfer | |
| FRECCIAROSSA 9504+Regionale TRENORD 10459 | 7:31 AM Bologna Centrale | 1h37 | 9:08 AM Pavia station | 1 transfer | |
| Regionale Veloce TTPER 3902 · Regionale 2294 · S13 TRENORD 24429 | 7:33 AM Bologna Centrale | 3h18 | 10:51 AM Pavia station | 2 transfers | |
| Regionale Veloce TTPER 2462+Intercity 637 | 7:50 AM Bologna Centrale | 3h44 | 11:34 AM Pavia station | 1 transfer | |
| Regionale Veloce TTPER 2462 · S13 TRENORD 24431 | 7:50 AM Bologna Centrale | 3h31 | 11:21 AM Pavia station | 1 transfer | |
| Regionale Veloce TTPER 2462 · Regionale TRENORD 10766 | 7:50 AM Bologna Centrale | 4h56 | 12:46 PM Pavia Porta Garibaldi | 1 transfer | |
| Regionale Veloce TTPER 2462 · Regionale TRENORD 10766 | 7:50 AM Bologna Centrale | 5h04 | 12:54 PM Pavia station | 1 transfer | |
| Regionale Veloce TTPER 2462 · Regionale Veloce 2363 · Regionale TRENORD 10767 | 7:50 AM Bologna Centrale | 4h21 | 12:11 PM Pavia Porta Garibaldi | 2 transfers | |
| FRECCIAROSSA 9300+Regionale Veloce 3085 | 7:51 AM Bologna Centrale | 1h51 | 9:42 AM Pavia station | 1 transfer | |
| 9904+S13 TRENORD 24425 | 8:06 AM Bologna Centrale | 1h45 | 9:51 AM Pavia station | 1 transfer | |
| 9904+S13 TRENORD 24427 | 8:06 AM Bologna Centrale | 2h15 | 10:21 AM Pavia station | 1 transfer | |
| 9904+S13 TRENORD 24429 | 8:06 AM Bologna Centrale | 2h45 | 10:51 AM Pavia station | 1 transfer | |
| Regionale Veloce 3466 · Regionale TRENORD 2624 · Regionale Veloce 2363 | 8:10 AM Bologna Centrale | 3h49 | 11:59 AM Pavia station | 2 transfers | |
| FRECCIAROSSA 9508+S13 TRENORD 24427 | 8:36 AM Bologna Centrale | 1h45 | 10:21 AM Pavia station | 1 transfer | |
| 9966+S13 TRENORD 24433 | 8:41 AM Bologna Centrale | 3h10 | 11:51 AM Pavia station | 1 transfer | |
| 9966+S13 TRENORD 24437 | 8:41 AM Bologna Centrale | 4h10 | 12:51 PM Pavia station | 1 transfer | |
| 9966+S13 TRENORD 24435 | 8:41 AM Bologna Centrale | 3h40 | 12:21 PM Pavia station | 1 transfer | |
| 9908+S13 TRENORD 24435 | 9:06 AM Bologna Centrale | 3h15 | 12:21 PM Pavia station | 1 transfer | |
| 9968+S13 TRENORD 24435 | 9:11 AM Bologna Centrale | 3h10 | 12:21 PM Pavia station | 1 transfer | |
| 9968+S13 TRENORD 24437 | 9:11 AM Bologna Centrale | 3h40 | 12:51 PM Pavia station | 1 transfer | |
| FRECCIAROSSA 9512+S13 TRENORD 24431 | 9:36 AM Bologna Centrale | 1h45 | 11:21 AM Pavia station | 1 transfer | |
| Intercity 580+S13 TRENORD 24437 | 9:46 AM Bologna Centrale | 3h05 | 12:51 PM Pavia station | 1 transfer | |
| Intercity 580+Regionale Veloce 3025 · Regionale TRENORD 10769 | 9:46 AM Bologna Centrale | 3h25 | 1:11 PM Pavia Porta Garibaldi | 2 transfers | |
| Regionale Veloce TTPER 2466 · Regionale TRENORD 10768 | 9:50 AM Bologna Centrale | 3h56 | 1:46 PM Pavia Porta Garibaldi | 1 transfer | |
| Regionale Veloce TTPER 2466 · Regionale TRENORD 10768 | 9:50 AM Bologna Centrale | 4h04 | 1:54 PM Pavia station | 1 transfer | |
| Regionale Veloce TTPER 2466 · Regionale Veloce 3025 | 9:50 AM Bologna Centrale | 3h09 | 12:59 PM Pavia station | 1 transfer | |
| Regionale Veloce TTPER 2466 · Regionale Veloce 3025 · Regionale TRENORD 10769 | 9:50 AM Bologna Centrale | 3h21 | 1:11 PM Pavia Porta Garibaldi | 2 transfers | |
| FRECCIAROSSA 9304+S13 TRENORD 24433 | 9:51 AM Bologna Centrale | 2h00 | 11:51 AM Pavia station | 1 transfer | |
| 9912+S13 TRENORD 24439 | 10:06 AM Bologna Centrale | 3h15 | 1:21 PM Pavia station | 1 transfer | |
| 9972+S13 TRENORD 24439 | 10:11 AM Bologna Centrale | 3h10 | 1:21 PM Pavia station | 1 transfer | |
| 9972+S13 TRENORD 24441 | 10:11 AM Bologna Centrale | 3h40 | 1:51 PM Pavia station | 1 transfer | |
| FRECCIAROSSA 9616+Regionale Veloce 2363 · Regionale TRENORD 10767 | 10:26 AM Bologna Centrale | 1h45 | 12:11 PM Pavia Porta Garibaldi | 2 transfers | |
| FRECCIAROSSA 9616+Regionale Veloce 2363 | 10:26 AM Bologna Centrale | 1h33 | 11:59 AM Pavia station | 1 transfer | |
| Regionale Veloce 3908 · Regionale TRENORD 10466 · Regionale TRENORD 10771 | 10:33 AM Bologna Centrale | 3h38 | 2:11 PM Pavia Porta Garibaldi | 2 transfers | |
| Regionale Veloce 3908 · Regionale TRENORD 10466 | 10:33 AM Bologna Centrale | 3h18 | 1:51 PM Pavia station | 1 transfer | |
| FRECCIAROSSA 9516+Regionale TRENORD 10465 | 10:36 AM Bologna Centrale | 1h32 | 12:08 PM Pavia station | 1 transfer | |
| FRECCIAROSSA 9618+Regionale Veloce 3025 | 10:56 AM Bologna Centrale | 2h03 | 12:59 PM Pavia station | 1 transfer | |
| FRECCIAROSSA 9618+Regionale Veloce 3025 · Regionale TRENORD 10769 | 10:56 AM Bologna Centrale | 2h15 | 1:11 PM Pavia Porta Garibaldi | 2 transfers | |
| 9916+Regionale TRENORD 10467 | 11:06 AM Bologna Centrale | 2h02 | 1:08 PM Pavia station | 1 transfer | |
| 9916+Regionale Veloce 3025 | 11:06 AM Bologna Centrale | 1h53 | 12:59 PM Pavia station | 1 transfer | |
| 9916+S13 TRENORD 24437 | 11:06 AM Bologna Centrale | 1h45 | 12:51 PM Pavia station | 1 transfer | |
| Regionale Veloce TTPER 3910 · Regionale TRENORD 10494 · Regionale TRENORD 10468 | 11:33 AM Bologna Centrale | 3h18 | 2:51 PM Pavia station | 2 transfers | |
| FRECCIAROSSA 9520+Regionale TRENORD 10467 | 11:36 AM Bologna Centrale | 1h32 | 1:08 PM Pavia station | 1 transfer | |
| Regionale Veloce TTPER 2470 · Regionale Veloce 3029 · Regionale TRENORD 10773 | 11:50 AM Bologna Centrale | 3h21 | 3:11 PM Pavia Porta Garibaldi | 2 transfers | |
| Regionale Veloce TTPER 2470 · Regionale TTPER 2082 · Regionale TRENORD 10470 | 11:50 AM Bologna Centrale | 4h01 | 3:51 PM Pavia station | 2 transfers | |
| Regionale Veloce TTPER 2470 · Regionale Veloce 3029 | 11:50 AM Bologna Centrale | 3h09 | 2:59 PM Pavia station | 1 transfer | |
| FRECCIAROSSA 9308+S13 TRENORD 24441 | 11:51 AM Bologna Centrale | 2h00 | 1:51 PM Pavia station | 1 transfer | |
| 9920+Regionale TRENORD 2367 | 12:06 PM Bologna Centrale | 1h53 | 1:59 PM Pavia station | 1 transfer | |
| 9920+S13 TRENORD 24441 | 12:06 PM Bologna Centrale | 1h45 | 1:51 PM Pavia station | 1 transfer | |
| 9920+Regionale TRENORD 10469 | 12:06 PM Bologna Centrale | 2h02 | 2:08 PM Pavia station | 1 transfer | |
| FRECCIAROSSA 9624+Regionale TRENORD 2367 | 12:26 PM Bologna Centrale | 1h33 | 1:59 PM Pavia station | 1 transfer | |
| FRECCIAROSSA 9624+Regionale TRENORD 2367 · Regionale TRENORD 10771 | 12:26 PM Bologna Centrale | 1h45 | 2:11 PM Pavia Porta Garibaldi | 2 transfers | |
| Regionale Veloce TTPER 3912 · Regionale TRENORD 10872 · Regionale TRENORD 10774 | 12:33 PM Bologna Centrale | 4h13 | 4:46 PM Pavia Porta Garibaldi | 2 transfers | |
| Regionale Veloce TTPER 3912 · Regionale TRENORD 10872 · Regionale TRENORD 10774 | 12:33 PM Bologna Centrale | 4h21 | 4:54 PM Pavia station | 2 transfers | |
| FRECCIAROSSA 9524+Regionale TRENORD 10469 | 12:36 PM Bologna Centrale | 1h32 | 2:08 PM Pavia station | 1 transfer | |
| Regionale TTPER 17414 · Regionale TTPER 2472 · Regionale TRENORD 2371 | 12:50 PM Bologna Centrale | 3h09 | 3:59 PM Pavia station | 2 transfers | |
| FRECCIAROSSA 9310+Intercity 669 | 12:51 PM Bologna Centrale | 1h34 | 2:25 PM Pavia station | 1 transfer | |
| FRECCIAROSSA 9626+Regionale Veloce 3029 | 12:56 PM Bologna Centrale | 2h03 | 2:59 PM Pavia station | 1 transfer | |
| FRECCIAROSSA 9626+Regionale Veloce 3029 · Regionale TRENORD 10773 | 12:56 PM Bologna Centrale | 2h15 | 3:11 PM Pavia Porta Garibaldi | 2 transfers | |
| Intercity 606+S13 TRENORD 24449 | 1:03 PM Bologna Centrale | 2h48 | 3:51 PM Pavia station | 1 transfer | |
| Intercity 606+Regionale TRENORD 2371 · Regionale TRENORD 10775 | 1:03 PM Bologna Centrale | 3h08 | 4:11 PM Pavia Porta Garibaldi | 2 transfers | |
| 9924+Regionale TRENORD 10471 | 1:06 PM Bologna Centrale | 2h02 | 3:08 PM Pavia station | 1 transfer | |
| 9924+Regionale Veloce 3029 | 1:06 PM Bologna Centrale | 1h53 | 2:59 PM Pavia station | 1 transfer | |
| 9924+S13 TRENORD 24445 | 1:06 PM Bologna Centrale | 1h45 | 2:51 PM Pavia station | 1 transfer | |
| Regionale Veloce TTPER 3914 · Autobus TRENORD 472A · Regionale TRENORD 10474 | 1:33 PM Bologna Centrale | 4h18 | 5:51 PM Pavia station | 2 transfers | |
| FRECCIAROSSA 9514+Regionale TRENORD 10471 | 1:36 PM Bologna Centrale | 1h32 | 3:08 PM Pavia station | 1 transfer | |
| Regionale Veloce TTPER 2474 · Regionale TRENORD 10776 | 1:50 PM Bologna Centrale | 3h56 | 5:46 PM Pavia Porta Garibaldi | 1 transfer | |
| Regionale Veloce TTPER 2474 · Regionale Veloce 3073 · Regionale TRENORD 10777 | 1:50 PM Bologna Centrale | 3h21 | 5:11 PM Pavia Porta Garibaldi | 2 transfers | |
| Regionale Veloce TTPER 2474 · Regionale Veloce 3073 | 1:50 PM Bologna Centrale | 3h09 | 4:59 PM Pavia station | 1 transfer | |
| Regionale Veloce TTPER 2474 · Regionale TRENORD 10776 | 1:50 PM Bologna Centrale | 4h04 | 5:54 PM Pavia station | 1 transfer | |
| FRECCIAROSSA 9630+Regionale TRENORD 2371 | 1:56 PM Bologna Centrale | 2h03 | 3:59 PM Pavia station | 1 transfer | |
| FRECCIAROSSA 9630+Regionale TRENORD 2371 · Regionale TRENORD 10775 | 1:56 PM Bologna Centrale | 2h15 | 4:11 PM Pavia Porta Garibaldi | 2 transfers | |
| 9928+S13 TRENORD 24459 | 2:06 PM Bologna Centrale | 4h15 | 6:21 PM Pavia station | 1 transfer | |
| 9928+S13 TRENORD 24457 | 2:06 PM Bologna Centrale | 3h45 | 5:51 PM Pavia station | 1 transfer | |
| 9928+S13 TRENORD 24455 | 2:06 PM Bologna Centrale | 3h15 | 5:21 PM Pavia station | 1 transfer | |
| Regionale Veloce 3844 · Regionale TRENORD 2636 · Regionale Veloce 2375 | 2:10 PM Bologna Centrale | 3h49 | 5:59 PM Pavia station | 2 transfers | |
| Regionale Veloce TTPER 3916 · Regionale TRENORD 10876 · Regionale TRENORD 10778 | 2:33 PM Bologna Centrale | 4h13 | 6:46 PM Pavia Porta Garibaldi | 2 transfers | |
| FRECCIAROSSA 9532+Regionale TRENORD 10473 | 2:36 PM Bologna Centrale | 1h32 | 4:08 PM Pavia station | 1 transfer | |
| FRECCIAROSSA 9634+Regionale Veloce 3073 | 2:56 PM Bologna Centrale | 2h03 | 4:59 PM Pavia station | 1 transfer | |
| FRECCIAROSSA 9634+Regionale Veloce 3073 · Regionale TRENORD 10777 | 2:56 PM Bologna Centrale | 2h15 | 5:11 PM Pavia Porta Garibaldi | 2 transfers | |
| Intercity 608+Regionale Veloce 2375 | 3:04 PM Bologna Centrale | 2h55 | 5:59 PM Pavia station | 1 transfer | |
| Intercity 608+Regionale Veloce 2375 · Regionale TRENORD 10779 | 3:04 PM Bologna Centrale | 3h07 | 6:11 PM Pavia Porta Garibaldi | 2 transfers | |
| 9932+S13 TRENORD 24453 | 3:06 PM Bologna Centrale | 1h45 | 4:51 PM Pavia station | 1 transfer | |
| 9932+Regionale TRENORD 10475 | 3:06 PM Bologna Centrale | 2h02 | 5:08 PM Pavia station | 1 transfer | |
| 9932+Regionale Veloce 3073 | 3:06 PM Bologna Centrale | 1h53 | 4:59 PM Pavia station | 1 transfer | |
| Regionale Veloce TTPER 3918 · Regionale TRENORD 10496 · Regionale TRENORD 10476 | 3:33 PM Bologna Centrale | 3h18 | 6:51 PM Pavia station | 2 transfers | |
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Overview: Train from Bologna to Pavia
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Trains from Bologna to Pavia run on average 125 times per day, taking around 2h 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €4 but you can travel from only €4 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:09, the last at 23:39. The fastest train covers the 116 miles (188 km) distance in 1h 14m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
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Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €4
Distance 116 miles (188 km) |
Average train duration 2h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price €4 |
Trains per day 125 |
Fastest train 1h 14m |
First train 12:09 AM |
Last train 11:39 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 14 days |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
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Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €4
Train companies: Regionale, Frecciarossa, Italo, Intercity, Intercity Notte from Bologna to Pavia trainsRegionale, Frecciarossa, Italo, Intercity, Intercity Notte trains will get you between Bologna and Pavia from €4. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Regionale
About
Regionale is the regional train service of national carrier Trenitalia connecting all of Italy. It is the most convinient way to travel to both big cities and the smallest villages all over the Italian country. The regional trains have different names depending on the region they serve, such as Treno Regionale Veloce (TRV) and Treno Regionale Lento (TRL). Treno Rock and Treno pop are the two new trains part of Trenitalia regionale fleet. Trenitalia Regionale offers a variety of ticket types, including single tickets (economy and standard), return tickets, and season tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, air conditioning, and power sockets. The most popular routes for Regionale are between Rome and Milan, Naples and Florence, and Turin and Venice.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Regionale Duration
1h 59m
Cheapest Regionale Price
€18
Regionale frequency
52 a day
Luggage included
Free hand luggage allowance included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas between seats
Cancellation Policy
According to ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund provided
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Bar service available on some trains with snacks and beverages
Seat reservation
Seat reservation included in ticket price for most services
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and assistance available for passengers with reduced mobility
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Larger dogs require paid ticket and muzzle
Quiet zone
Frecciarossa
About
Step on board a Frecciarossa train and relax as you travel across Italy. Trenitalia’s Frecciarossa high-speed trains make around 200 connections across the country each day and are renowned for their comfort, speed, and reduced environmental impact. Reaching speeds of up to 186 mph (300 km/h), they connect major destinations such as Rome, Florence, Milan, Venice, and Naples quickly and efficiently. When booking your Frecciarossa journey, you can choose between four classes: Standard, Premium, Business, and Executive. While each class offers different levels of comfort, all provide free Wi-Fi access, power outlets, air conditioning, bathrooms, luggage storage, onboard entertainment, and restaurant and bar services. Ticket options include Super Economy, Economy, and Base, making it easy to find the right balance of comfort and price for your trip.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Frecciarossa Duration
1h 14m
Cheapest Frecciarossa Price
€4
Frecciarossa frequency
43 a day
Luggage included
1 carry-on bag and 1 suitcase per passenger
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, dedicated luggage areas at carriage ends, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policy depends on ticket type
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled trains
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Restaurant car with full meals, bar service with snacks and beverages, at-seat service in Executive class
Seat reservation
Included in Executive class, optional fee for other classes
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require paid ticket and muzzle, service animals free
Quiet zone
Italo
About
Italo is Italy’s private high-speed train service operated by Nuovo Trasporto Viaggiatori (NTV), connecting major cities such as Rome, Milan, Naples, Florence, Turin, Bologna, and Salerno. Its fleet includes the Italo AGV 575, capable of speeds up to 186 mph (300 km/h), and the eco-friendly Italo EVO, which reaches up to 150 mph (250 km/h). Passengers can choose from four classes — Smart, Comfort, Prima, and Club Executive — all offering modern amenities such as free Wi-Fi, power outlets, reclining leather seats, footrests, bathrooms, snack machines, and Italo Live entertainment with movies, music, and games. Italo offers three fare types — Low Cost, Economy, and Flex — providing different levels of price and flexibility. Popular routes include Rome–Milan, Rome–Florence, and Milan–Turin, making Italo a fast, comfortable, and convenient way to travel around Italy.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Italo Duration
1h 20m
Cheapest Italo Price
€4
Italo frequency
30 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of hand luggage (max 55x35x25cm) and 1 piece of luggage (max 75x53x30cm)
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas between seats
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation possible according to ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled trains
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Snack bar service available in most trains with drinks and light refreshments. Welcome service in Prima and Club Executive classes
Seat reservation
Included in Prima and Club Executive. Optional extra cost in Smart and Comfort
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and assistance available for passengers with reduced mobility
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Larger dogs require paid ticket and muzzle. Guide dogs travel free
Quiet zone
Intercity
About
Trenitalia Intercity is a high-speed train service operated by the Italian national railway company, Trenitalia. It operates throughout the country, with services running from early morning to late evening. The Intercity trains come in two types: the Intercity Plus, which is the fastest and most comfortable, and the Intercity, which is slightly slower but still offers a comfortable journey. Onboard facilities include air conditioning, power sockets, Wi-Fi, and a bar service. There are several ticket types available, including Standard, Super Economy, and Business. The most popular routes for Trenitalia Intercity are from Rome to Milan, Naples to Florence, and Turin to Venice.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Intercity Duration
2h 33m
Cheapest Intercity Price
€14
Intercity frequency
11 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage up to 30kg total
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas at end of carriages
Cancellation Policy
According to ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund provided
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Restaurant car with hot meals and snacks, trolley service in some trains. But do not count on the presence of a buffet car. So if having access to food and drink on the train is important to you, it’s best to bring your own refreshments onboard.
Seat reservation
Seat reservation included in ticket price for most routes
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed free, larger dogs require paid ticket
Quiet zone
Intercity Notte
About
Intercity Notte is an Italian train service operated by Trenitalia. It runs overnight services between major cities in Italy, making it a great option for travelers looking to save time and money. The Intercity Notte offers two types of trains: the Frecciarossa Notte and the Frecciargento Notte. The Frecciarossa Notte is the fastest train, with speeds of up to 300 km/h, while the Frecciargento Notte is slightly slower but still offers a comfortable journey. Both trains offer a range of onboard facilities, including comfortable seating, air conditioning, and Wi-Fi. Trenitalia offers a range of ticket types, including Standard, Comfort, and Business. Standard tickets are the most affordable, while Comfort and Business tickets offer additional benefits such as priority boarding and access to the lounge. The most popular routes for Intercity Notte are Rome to Milan, Rome to Venice, and Milan to Venice. These routes offer travelers the chance to explore some of Italy's most iconic cities in a convenient and comfortable way.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Intercity Notte Duration
2h 23m
Cheapest Intercity Notte Price
€20
Intercity Notte frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
1 handbag and 1 suitcase included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Luggage racks above seats and at carriage ends
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation possible according to ticket type conditions
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled trains
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Restaurant car with full dining service and bar
Seat reservation
Seat reservation included in ticket price
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and assistance available for disabled passengers
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Larger dogs require paid ticket and muzzle. Guide dogs free.
Quiet zone
Complete guide to Pavia
Things to do in Pavia
Discover the best of Pavia — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Pavia trip today.
- Recommended
Museo per la Storia dell'Università di Pavia
University museum displaying historic scientific instruments that reveal Pavia’s major role in medicine and physics.
- Recommended
Kosmos - Museo di Storia Naturale
Natural history museum famous for Spallanzani collections and one of Italy’s oldest scientific displays.
- Must visit
Lungo Ticino
Scenic riverside promenade along the Ticino, popular for walking, cycling, and postcard views of the bridge.
- Recommended
Piazza della Vittoria
Central square framed by the cathedral and civic buildings, ideal for orientation, photos, and daily city life.
- Recommended
Parco del Castello
Large public park around the Visconti Castle, great for walks, shade, and a break between museum visits.
- Gluten-free
Risotto Alla Salsiccia E Vino Rosso
A rich risotto cooked with local pork sausage and red wine from Oltrepò Pavese, reflecting the area’s rice fields and wine culture.
Agnolotti Pavesi
Traditional stuffed fresh pasta from Pavia, filled with braised meat and served in broth or with butter and sage at festive family meals.
- Gluten-free
Brasato Al Vino Dell'Oltrepò
Slow-braised beef dish cooked with Bonarda or Barbera wine, a classic of the Pavia area tied to local red wine production.
Le Robinie
Refined Michelin-starred restaurant known for creative Italian tasting menus in an elegant contemporary setting.
Antica Trattoria Ferrari
Historic, traditional restaurant serving classic Pavia and Lombard dishes in a warm, old-school atmosphere.
Osteria della Madonna
Well-known local trattoria appreciated for seasonal Lombard cooking, rice dishes, and a relaxed traditional dining room.
Euro (€)
Moderate for Italy: stays and dining are usually cheaper than Milan, while trains and local transport remain reasonably priced for visitors.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- €8-12 for pizza, panini, or casual lunch.
- Mid-range
- €20-35 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- €60+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- €1.20-2.50 for espresso or cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Service is often included or modest. Round up or leave 5-10% at restaurants for good service; round up taxi fares; small change is enough at cafes.
Autoguidovie
Get the appOfficial public transport app
Prices
- Single ticket
- € 1.50
- Day pass
- € 4.50
To the city center
Pavia Railway Station -> Piazza della Vittoria, Pavia
- Distance
- 1 km
- Travel time
- 10 min
- Urban buses in Pavia are operated by Autoguidovie. Buy tickets before boarding or check the official app for mobile ticket options.
- Contactless card payment on board is not reliably confirmed for Pavia urban buses. Carry a valid paper or mobile ticket before boarding.
FAQs: Trains from Bologna to Pavia
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bologna to Pavia 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 Pavia, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Train ticket prices from Bologna to Pavia can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at €4, while the average price is around €26.
The train from Bologna to Pavia takes 1h 14m and runs 125 per day.
The distance by train from Bologna to Pavia is 116 miles (188 km).
The first train from Bologna to Pavia leaves at 12:09 AM.
The last train from Bologna to Pavia leaves at 11:39 PM.
Yes, there is a high-speed train from Bologna to Pavia.
There is no direct train service currently available from Bologna to Pavia.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Bologna to Pavia.
The train station in Bologna that goes to Pavia is Bologna Centrale, which connects to Pavia station.
The cheapest way to get from Bologna to Pavia is by bus, with a cost of around €4.
The train journey from Bologna to Pavia offers scenic views, especially as it passes through the picturesque landscapes of the Emilia-Romagna and Lombardy regions, featuring rolling hills, charming villages, and agricultural fields.
A day trip from Bologna to Pavia is not feasible as the journey takes 1h 14m. There are 108 train trips available per day for this route, covering a distance of 116 miles (188 km).
In Pavia, explore the charming streets of the historic center with quaint shops and cafes, enjoy a stroll along the Ticino River, and visit the Civic Museums for art and historical artifacts. Attend a concert at Teatro Fraschini, discover the Botanic Garden, and admire the Certosa di Pavia for its architecture and art. Don't miss the Ponte Coperto, Basilica di San Michele Maggiore, Castello Visconteo, and the historic University of Pavia.
Two to three days in Pavia are ideal to explore its historic sites, enjoy local cuisine, and experience the charming atmosphere of this Italian city.
Yes, you can take the train from Bologna to Pavia.
Since both Bologna and Pavia are in the Schengen Area, a passport is not required for European Union (EU) or Schengen-associated country citizens. A national ID card is sufficient.
Popular day trips by train from Pavia include Milan, Genoa, Turin, Bergamo, Voghera.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Bologna to Pavia among Omio's users.
Items not allowed on trains typically include hazardous materials such as explosives, flammable liquids, corrosive substances, and illegal drugs. Additionally, large or bulky items that may obstruct aisles or emergency exits, as well as pets without proper carriers, may be restricted. Specific prohibited items can vary by train operator and region, so please check the rules for your particular journey.
Yes, rail passes such as the Eurail Italy Pass and Interrail Italy Pass are valid on most trains operated by Trenitalia and Italo within Italy, including regional, intercity, and high-speed trains, though some restrictions and seat reservation fees may apply.
Italy uses the euro (EUR) as its currency. Travelers generally find it convenient to use cards for most payments, especially in cities and larger establishments, but carrying some cash is advisable for small shops, markets, and rural areas where card acceptance may be limited.
In Pavia, travelers should be cautious of pickpocketing, especially in crowded areas like train stations and popular tourist sites. Avoid unlicensed taxi services and be wary of street vendors offering deals that seem too good to be true. It's also advisable to keep personal belongings secure and be mindful of your surroundings when using public transportation.
Pack lightweight, versatile clothing suitable for the destination's climate, and use secure, lockable luggage to protect belongings. Keep essential items like travel documents, medication, and valuables in a carry-on bag for easy access. Use packing organizers or cubes to maximize space and maintain order. Lastly, include a small first aid kit and personal hygiene items for added comfort during travel.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Bologna to Pavia
Most Bologna to Pavia trains use the Bologna Centrale to Pavia station pair, with some services arriving at Pavia Porta Garibaldi. Use this guide to compare Bologna and Pavia train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Bologna
Arrival train stations in Pavia
Which Bologna station do trains to Pavia leave from?
Trains from Bologna to Pavia leave from Bologna Centrale. The station is 0 miles (1 km) from Bologna city centre at Piazza delle Medaglie d'Oro, 40121 Bologna, Italy.
Bologna CentralePiazza delle Medaglie d'Oro, 40121 Bologna, Italy+39 892021
City-centre transport
Getting to Bologna Centrale from Bologna city centre
Bologna Centrale is 1 km from Bologna city centre. Public transport options include:
Bus11, 181, 21, 30, 38, 445, C, 61, 62, 81, 87, 91, N4, 92, N3 · 4m · €1 · every ~39 min
21, 30, 11, C, 62, N4, N3 · 6m · €1 · every ~36 min
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.
Bologna Borgo PanigaleVia Marco Emilio Lepido, 40132 Bologna BO, Italy+39 051 647 2111
City-centre transport
Getting to Bologna Borgo Panigale from Bologna city centre
Bologna Borgo Panigale is 4 km from Bologna city centre. Public transport options include:
Bus23, 87 · 21m · €6 · every ~19 min
23, 87 · 26m · €6 · every ~19 min
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.
Bologna, AeroportoBologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ), Via del Triumvirato, 84, 40132 Bologna BO, Italy
City-centre transport
Getting to Bologna, Aeroporto from Bologna city centre
Bologna, Aeroporto is 5 km from Bologna city centre. Public transport options include:
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Bologna, Aeroporto train station facilities and services
Bologna, Aeroporto has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Multiple options on site
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free wifi throughout the station. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bologna, Aeroporto.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bologna, Aeroporto: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bologna, Aeroporto: Fully accessible for disabled individuals.
Which Pavia station do trains from Bologna arrive at?
Trains from Bologna to Pavia most often arrive at Pavia. Some services arrive at Pavia Porta Garibaldi, so check your ticket before travel to confirm your Pavia arrival station.
PaviaPiazzale della Stazione, 27100 Pavia PV, Italy+39 0382 303401
City-centre transport
Getting to Pavia from Pavia city centre
Pavia is 1 km from Pavia city centre. Public transport options include:
BusSeveral lines available
TrainRegional and long-distance services
Pavia train station facilities and services
Pavia 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: Ristorante Pizzeria Da Giulio, Trattoria Da Lina
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Pavia. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Pavia. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Pavia: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Pavia: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Pavia: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Moderno, Hotel Excelsior, Hotel Aurora.
Pavia Porta Garibaldi27100 Pavia, Province of Pavia, Italy
Pavia Porta Garibaldi train station facilities and services
Pavia Porta Garibaldi has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, WC, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Pavia Porta Garibaldi.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Pavia Porta Garibaldi.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Pavia Porta Garibaldi: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Pavia Porta Garibaldi: Bike Parking.
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