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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Bologna to Sicily (Island)
Cheapest price
$123
Average price
$125
Fastest journey
16 h 28 m
Average duration
18 h 19 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
805 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bologna to Sicily (Island) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bologna to Sicily (Island) will cost around $125 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $123.
It's difficult to get from Bologna to Sicily (Island) without transferring at least 2 times.
FRECCIAROSSA 9325+
InterCityNotte 1955+
Regionale 54916:12 PM16h28Bologna Centrale10:40 AMEnna station$1231One-way2 transfers- FRECCIAROSSA 9325+InterCityNotte 1955+Regionale 215076:12 PM17h58Bologna Centrale12:10 PMVillarosa station$1241One-way2 transfers
Intercity 594+InterCityNotte 1959+Regionale 55115:25 PM21h14Bologna Centrale2:39 PMEnna station$1261One-way2 transfers- FRECCIAROSSA 9437+InterCityNotte 1959+Regionale 55119:02 PM17h37Bologna Centrale2:39 PMEnna station$1271One-way2 transfers
- FRECCIAROSSA 9325+InterCityNotte 1955+Regionale 54916:12 PM16h28Bologna Centrale10:40 AMEnna station$1231One-way2 transfers
- FRECCIAROSSA 9437+InterCityNotte 1959+Regionale 55119:02 PM17h37Bologna Centrale2:39 PMEnna station$1271One-way2 transfers
- FRECCIAROSSA 9325+InterCityNotte 1955+Regionale 215076:12 PM17h58Bologna Centrale12:10 PMVillarosa station$1241One-way2 transfers
- Intercity 594+InterCityNotte 1959+Regionale 55115:25 PM21h14Bologna Centrale2:39 PMEnna station$1261One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Bologna to Sicily (Island)
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Bologna to Sicily (Island) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $30. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 49m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.7kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $30, and a train costs an average of $48.
Distance: 500 miles (805 km)
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$115 Average price | $67 Average price | $45 Average price Cheapest | $110 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
12h 50m Average total duration 12h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 49m Average total duration Fastest 1h 49m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 17h 54m Average total duration 17h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 4m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.4 - 4.8kg CO2 emissions | 0.8 - 2.0kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
 Most popular train company |  Most popular airline |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | 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 Sicily (Island):
A bus is $22 (€22) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bologna to Sicily (Island) costing on average $67 (€67).
A bus is $70 (€70) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bologna to Sicily (Island) costing on average $115 (€115).
Other travel options to Sicily (Island) take longer:
Train takes on average 12h 20m.
Bus takes on average 17h 24m.
You'll arrive about 44m sooner (12h 20m by train vs 13h 4m by car). Tickets start at around $115 (€115) compared to roughly $110 (€110) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Bologna to Sicily (Island) train times
The table below shows live departures for Bologna to Sicily (Island) trains for today, Tuesday, July 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Intercity 594+InterCityNotte 1959+Regionale 5511 | 5:25 PM Bologna Centrale | 21h14 | 2:39 PM Enna station | 2 transfers | |
| FRECCIAROSSA 9325+InterCityNotte 1955+Regionale 5491 | 6:12 PM Bologna Centrale | 16h28 | 10:40 AM Enna station | 2 transfers | |
| FRECCIAROSSA 9325+InterCityNotte 1955+Regionale 21507 | 6:12 PM Bologna Centrale | 17h58 | 12:10 PM Villarosa station | 2 transfers | |
| FRECCIAROSSA 9437+InterCityNotte 1959+Regionale 5511 | 9:02 PM Bologna Centrale | 17h37 | 2:39 PM Enna station | 2 transfers | |
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Overview: Train from Bologna to Sicily (Island)
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Trains from Bologna to Sicily (Island) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 12h 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $48 (€48) but you can travel from only $15 (€15) by flight.
The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 21:02. The fastest train covers the 500 miles (805 km) distance in 15h 33m.
Distance 500 miles (805 km) |
Average train duration 12h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price $48 (€48) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 15h 33m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 9:02 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 14 days |
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FAQs: Trains from Bologna to Sicily (Island)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bologna to Sicily (Island) 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 Sicily (Island), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Bologna to Sicily (Island)
Most Bologna to Sicily (Island) trains use the Bologna Centrale to Enna station pair, with some services arriving at Villarosa. Use this guide to compare Bologna and Sicily (Island) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Bologna station do trains to Sicily (Island) leave from?
Getting to Bologna Centrale from Bologna city centre
Bologna Centrale is 1 km from Bologna city centre. Public transport options include:
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.
Which Sicily (Island) station do trains from Bologna arrive at?
Getting to Enna from Sicily city centre
Enna is 1 km from Sicily city centre. Public transport options include:
Enna train station facilities and services
Enna has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Enna.
Getting to Villarosa from Sicily city centre
Villarosa is 3 km from Sicily city centre. Public transport options include:
Villarosa train station facilities and services
Villarosa has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Villarosa.
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