- Must visit
Museo Archeologico Provinciale di Salerno
Provincial archaeology museum with finds from Etruscan, Greek, and Roman sites. A strong choice for understanding the wider Salerno area.
Cheapest price on Oct 20
$76
Average ticket price on Oct 20
$118
Fastest journey on Oct 20
3 h 42 m
Average journey duration on Oct 20
3 h 57 m
Trains on Oct 20
83
Distance
509 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bologna to Salerno is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bologna to Salerno will cost around $118 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $76.
On Tue, Oct 20, we found 83 trains from Bologna to Salerno, including 25 direct services.
On Tue, Oct 20 the direct trains cover the 509 km distance in an average of 3 h 57 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 42 m .
On Tue, Oct 20 the slowest trains will take 4 h 2 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 597
Intercity 597
Intercity 583+
Metropolitano 21333
Intercity 583+
Regionale 4297
Intercity 583+
Regionale 4297
FRECCIAROSSA 9639
FRECCIAROSSA 9643 · FRECCIAROSSA 9547
FRECCIAROSSA 9601 · FRECCIAROSSA 8863
FRECCIAROSSA 8519
FRECCIAROSSA 9631 · FRECCIAROSSA 8419Trains from Bologna to Salerno run on average 82 times per day, taking around 5h 11m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $20 (€16) but you can travel from only $11 (€9) by bus.
There are 34 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:44. The fastest train covers the 316 miles (509 km) distance in 3h 33m.
Distance 316 miles (509 km) |
Average train duration 5h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price $20 (€16) |
Trains per day 82 |
Direct trains 34 |
Fastest train 3h 33m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:44 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 28 days |
The table below shows live departures for Bologna to Salerno trains for today, Monday, October 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FRECCIAROSSA 9587 | 12:27 PM Bologna Centrale | 4h41 | 5:08 PM Salerno station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9587+ Metropolitano 21344 | 12:27 PM Bologna Centrale | 5h13 | 5:40 PM Duomo - Via Vernieri | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9625 · FRECCIAROSSA 9587+ Metropolitano 21344 | 12:37 PM Bologna Centrale | 5h03 | 5:40 PM Duomo - Via Vernieri | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9625 · FRECCIAROSSA 9587 | 12:37 PM Bologna Centrale | 4h31 | 5:08 PM Salerno station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9625+ Metropolitano 21333 | 12:37 PM Bologna Centrale | 5h05 | 5:42 PM Duomo - Via Vernieri | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9627+ Regionale 5337 | 1:07 PM Bologna Centrale | 4h52 | 5:59 PM Salerno station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9627+ Metropolitano 21335 | 1:07 PM Bologna Centrale | 5h05 | 6:12 PM Duomo - Via Vernieri | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9627+ Regionale 5337 · Metropolitano 21346 | 1:07 PM Bologna Centrale | 5h03 | 6:10 PM Duomo - Via Vernieri | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8419+ Metropolitano 21348 | 2:02 PM Bologna Centrale | 4h38 | 6:40 PM Duomo - Via Vernieri | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8419 | 2:02 PM Bologna Centrale | 4h07 | 6:09 PM Salerno station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9631 · FRECCIAROSSA 8419+ Metropolitano 21348 | 2:07 PM Bologna Centrale | 4h33 | 6:40 PM Duomo - Via Vernieri | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9631 · FRECCIAROSSA 8419 | 2:07 PM Bologna Centrale | 4h02 | 6:09 PM Salerno station | 1 transfer | |
8913 | 2:42 PM Bologna Centrale | 4h12 | 6:54 PM Salerno station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9543 | 3:27 PM Bologna Centrale | 4h58 | 8:25 PM Salerno station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9639+ Metropolitano 21352 | 3:37 PM Bologna Centrale | 4h03 | 7:40 PM Duomo - Via Vernieri | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9639 | 3:37 PM Bologna Centrale | 3h42 | 7:19 PM Salerno station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8519 | 3:47 PM Bologna Centrale | 4h01 | 7:48 PM Salerno station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8519+ Regionale 5966 | 3:47 PM Bologna Centrale | 4h25 | 8:12 PM Duomo - Via Vernieri | 1 transfer | |
8143 | 3:57 PM Bologna Centrale | 4h19 | 8:16 PM Salerno station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 597 | 4:21 PM Bologna Centrale | 8h24 | 12:45 AM Salerno station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 597 | 4:21 PM Bologna Centrale | 8h24 | 12:45 AM Salerno station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9547 | 4:27 PM Bologna Centrale | 4h09 | 8:36 PM Salerno station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9547+ Metropolitano 21354 | 4:27 PM Bologna Centrale | 4h43 | 9:10 PM Duomo - Via Vernieri | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9643+ Metropolitano 21349 | 4:37 PM Bologna Centrale | 5h05 | 9:42 PM Duomo - Via Vernieri | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9643 · FRECCIAROSSA 9547 | 4:37 PM Bologna Centrale | 3h59 | 8:36 PM Salerno station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9643 · FRECCIAROSSA 9547+ Metropolitano 21354 | 4:37 PM Bologna Centrale | 4h33 | 9:10 PM Duomo - Via Vernieri | 2 transfers | |
8919 | 4:42 PM Bologna Centrale | 4h50 | 9:32 PM Salerno station | 0 transfersDirect | |
9947 | 4:57 PM Bologna Centrale | 4h45 | 9:42 PM Salerno station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9427 | 5:02 PM Bologna Centrale | 4h47 | 9:49 PM Salerno station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9645 · FRECCIAROSSA 9427 | 5:07 PM Bologna Centrale | 4h42 | 9:49 PM Salerno station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9551+ Metropolitano 21353 | 5:27 PM Bologna Centrale | 5h15 | 10:42 PM Duomo - Via Vernieri | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9551 | 5:27 PM Bologna Centrale | 4h48 | 10:15 PM Salerno station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9647 · FRECCIAROSSA 9551 | 5:37 PM Bologna Centrale | 4h38 | 10:15 PM Salerno station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9647 · FRECCIAROSSA 9551+ Metropolitano 21353 | 5:37 PM Bologna Centrale | 5h05 | 10:42 PM Duomo - Via Vernieri | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8525+ Regionale 5959 | 5:47 PM Bologna Centrale | 5h21 | 11:08 PM Salerno station | 1 transfer | |
9951 | 5:57 PM Bologna Centrale | 4h45 | 10:42 PM Salerno station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9431+ Metropolitano 21355 | 6:02 PM Bologna Centrale | 5h30 | 11:32 PM Salerno station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9431+ Metropolitano 21355 | 6:02 PM Bologna Centrale | 5h20 | 11:22 PM Duomo - Via Vernieri | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9649 · FRECCIAROSSA 9431+ Metropolitano 21355 | 6:07 PM Bologna Centrale | 5h25 | 11:32 PM Salerno station | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9649 · FRECCIAROSSA 9431+ Metropolitano 21355 | 6:07 PM Bologna Centrale | 5h15 | 11:22 PM Duomo - Via Vernieri | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9653+ Intercity 597 | 7:07 PM Bologna Centrale | 5h38 | 12:45 AM Salerno station | 1 transfer | |
InterCityNotte 1963 | 11:05 PM Bologna Centrale | 7h38 | 6:43 AM Salerno station | 0 transfersDirect | |
InterCityNotte 1963 | 11:05 PM Bologna Centrale | 7h38 | 6:43 AM Salerno station | 0 transfersDirect | |
InterCityNotte 35730+ Intercity 723+ Metropolitano 21320 | 11:18 PM Bologna Centrale | 11h22 | 10:40 AM Duomo - Via Vernieri | 2 transfers | |
InterCityNotte 35730+ FRECCIAROSSA 8333 | 11:18 PM Bologna Centrale | 9h47 | 9:05 AM Salerno station | 1 transfer | |
InterCityNotte 35730+ Intercity 723 | 11:18 PM Bologna Centrale | 11h12 | 10:30 AM Salerno station | 1 transfer | |
InterCityNotte 35730+ FRECCIAROSSA 8333+ Metropolitano 21318 | 11:18 PM Bologna Centrale | 10h22 | 9:40 AM Duomo - Via Vernieri | 2 transfers | |
InterCityNotte 35730+ Intercity 723 | 11:18 PM Bologna Centrale | 11h12 | 10:30 AM Salerno station | 1 transfer | |
| Tuesday, October 20 | |||||
FRECCIAROSSA 9505 | 6:27 AM Bologna Centrale | 5h05 | 11:32 AM Salerno station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9505+ Metropolitano 21324 | 6:27 AM Bologna Centrale | 5h13 | 11:40 AM Duomo - Via Vernieri | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9601 · FRECCIAROSSA 8863 | 6:37 AM Bologna Centrale | 4h00 | 10:37 AM Salerno station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9601 · FRECCIAROSSA 8863+ Metropolitano 21322 | 6:37 AM Bologna Centrale | 4h33 | 11:10 AM Duomo - Via Vernieri | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9601+ Metropolitano 21315 | 6:37 AM Bologna Centrale | 5h05 | 11:42 AM Duomo - Via Vernieri | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9603+ Intercity 551 | 7:07 AM Bologna Centrale | 5h12 | 12:19 PM Salerno station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9603+ Metropolitano 21317 | 7:07 AM Bologna Centrale | 5h35 | 12:42 PM Duomo - Via Vernieri | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9603+ Intercity 551+ Metropolitano 21328 | 7:07 AM Bologna Centrale | 5h33 | 12:40 PM Duomo - Via Vernieri | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9511 · FRECCIAROSSA 8335+ Metropolitano 21319 | 7:27 AM Bologna Centrale | 5h45 | 1:12 PM Duomo - Via Vernieri | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9515 | 8:27 AM Bologna Centrale | 4h48 | 1:15 PM Salerno station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9515+ Metropolitano 21330 | 8:27 AM Bologna Centrale | 5h13 | 1:40 PM Duomo - Via Vernieri | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 583+ Metropolitano 21333 | 8:54 AM Bologna Centrale | 8h48 | 5:42 PM Duomo - Via Vernieri | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 583+ Regionale 4297 | 8:54 AM Bologna Centrale | 8h04 | 4:58 PM Salerno station | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 583+ Regionale 4297 | 8:54 AM Bologna Centrale | 8h04 | 4:58 PM Salerno station | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 583+ Regionale 4297 · Metropolitano 21342 | 8:54 AM Bologna Centrale | 8h16 | 5:10 PM Duomo - Via Vernieri | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9611+ Regionale 21107 | 9:07 AM Bologna Centrale | 4h51 | 1:58 PM Salerno station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9611+ Metropolitano 21321 | 9:07 AM Bologna Centrale | 5h05 | 2:12 PM Duomo - Via Vernieri | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9611+ Regionale 21107 · Metropolitano 21332 | 9:07 AM Bologna Centrale | 5h03 | 2:10 PM Duomo - Via Vernieri | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9519+ Metropolitano 21334 | 9:27 AM Bologna Centrale | 5h13 | 2:40 PM Duomo - Via Vernieri | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9519 | 9:27 AM Bologna Centrale | 4h51 | 2:18 PM Salerno station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9613 · FRECCIAROSSA 9519+ Metropolitano 21334 | 9:37 AM Bologna Centrale | 5h03 | 2:40 PM Duomo - Via Vernieri | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9613 · FRECCIAROSSA 9519 | 9:37 AM Bologna Centrale | 4h41 | 2:18 PM Salerno station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9613+ Metropolitano 21323 | 9:37 AM Bologna Centrale | 5h05 | 2:42 PM Duomo - Via Vernieri | 1 transfer | |
8947 | 9:57 AM Bologna Centrale | 4h50 | 2:47 PM Salerno station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9583+ Metropolitano 21338 | 10:27 AM Bologna Centrale | 5h13 | 3:40 PM Duomo - Via Vernieri | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9583 | 10:27 AM Bologna Centrale | 4h46 | 3:13 PM Salerno station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9619+ Metropolitano 21329 | 11:07 AM Bologna Centrale | 5h05 | 4:12 PM Duomo - Via Vernieri | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9619+ Regionale 5239 | 11:07 AM Bologna Centrale | 4h52 | 3:59 PM Salerno station | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 584 · Intercity 591 | 11:21 AM Bologna Centrale | 9h09 | 8:30 PM Salerno station | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 584 · Intercity 591+ Metropolitano 21354 | 11:21 AM Bologna Centrale | 9h49 | 9:10 PM Duomo - Via Vernieri | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 584 · Intercity 591 | 11:21 AM Bologna Centrale | 9h09 | 8:30 PM Salerno station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9527 | 11:27 AM Bologna Centrale | 4h57 | 4:24 PM Salerno station | 0 transfersDirect | |
9927 | 11:57 AM Bologna Centrale | 4h51 | 4:48 PM Salerno station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9623 | 12:07 PM Bologna Centrale | 4h07 | 4:14 PM Salerno station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9623+ Metropolitano 21340 | 12:07 PM Bologna Centrale | 4h33 | 4:40 PM Duomo - Via Vernieri | 1 transfer | |
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Provincial archaeology museum with finds from Etruscan, Greek, and Roman sites. A strong choice for understanding the wider Salerno area.
Museum devoted to Roberto Papi's collection of medical instruments. It reflects Salerno's celebrated medieval school of medicine.
Compact diocesan museum preserving sacred art, manuscripts, and liturgical objects linked to the cathedral and local religious history.
Seafront promenade lined with palms and benches, ideal for walking, sea views, and feeling everyday Salerno life at sunset.
The medieval old town's main pedestrian street, filled with historic buildings, shops, and easy access to many major sights.
Lively central pedestrian axis joining station and old town. Good for shopping, architecture, and understanding the modern city center.
Fresh anchovies from the Amalfi-Salerno coast, often marinated or fried. They are a staple of local seafood cooking and prized for their intense, clean flavor.
Handmade pasta from nearby Minori served with a slow-cooked beef and tomato ragù. It is a classic Sunday and festive dish in the Salerno area.
Thick spaghetti with clams, garlic, olive oil, and parsley. A beloved coastal Campanian dish, especially good in Salerno for its very fresh shellfish.
Elegant Michelin-starred dining focused on refined Campanian seafood and seasonal tasting menus in a polished setting near the waterfront.
Popular pizzeria and casual restaurant known for quality Neapolitan-style pizza, local ingredients, and a lively, reliable atmosphere.
Historic, well-known seafood restaurant in the old town, appreciated for classic local fish dishes and a traditional Salerno atmosphere.
Moderate for Italy: lodging rises in peak season, but pizza, cafes, and local transit stay fairly affordable for tourists.
Service may be included via coperto. Rounding up or leaving 5-10% is appreciated in restaurants. Taxis are usually rounded up; small change at cafes is optional.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bologna to Salerno 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 Salerno, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Bologna to Salerno trains use the Bologna Centrale to Salerno station pair, with some services arriving at Duomo - Via Vernieri. Use this guide to compare Bologna and Salerno 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, Aeroporto is 5 km from Bologna city centre. Public transport options include:
Bologna, Aeroporto has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Multiple options on site
Free wifi throughout the station. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Bologna, Aeroporto.
Available at Bologna, Aeroporto: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bologna, Aeroporto: Fully accessible for disabled individuals.
Bologna S. Vitale is 2 km from Bologna city centre. Public transport options include:
Bologna S. Vitale has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Bologna S. Vitale.
ATMs are available at Bologna S. Vitale.
Available at Bologna S. Vitale: Parking, WC.
Available at Bologna S. Vitale: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bologna S. Vitale: Elevators, ramps.
Salerno 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 Cicirinella, La Botte Pazza, Puro
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Salerno. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Salerno. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Salerno: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Salerno: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Salerno: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Plaza, Grand Hotel Salerno, Hotel Montestella, Hotel Montestella.
Duomo - Via Vernieri has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food options include: Ristorante Cicirinella, Osteria dei Sapori
Ticket office support is available at Duomo - Via Vernieri.
Available at Duomo - Via Vernieri: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Duomo - Via Vernieri: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Duomo - Via Vernieri: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Plaza, Hotel Montestella, Grand Hotel Salerno, Hotel Montestella.
Salerno Arbostella is 4 km from Salerno city centre. Public transport options include:
Salerno Arbostella has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Salerno Arbostella.
Available at Salerno Arbostella: Parking, Taxis.
Available at Salerno Arbostella: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Salerno Arbostella: Ramps.
Nearby hotels include B&B Arbostella Dream Stay, Hotel Novotel Salerno Est Arechi.
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