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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Bologna to Thun
Cheapest price
$136
Average price
$136
Fastest journey
6 h 13 m
Average duration
6 h 13 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
383 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bologna to Thun is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bologna to Thun will cost around $136 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $136.
Of the 1 trains that leave Bologna for Thun on Mon, Jun 22, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Jun 22 the direct trains cover the 383 km distance in an average of 6 h 13 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 13 m .
On Mon, Jun 22 the slowest trains will take 6 h 13 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.
10:50 AM6h13Bologna5:03 PMThun$1361One-way0 transfers
- 10:50 AM6h13Bologna5:03 PMThun$1361One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, flight, and bus for Bologna to Thun
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bologna to Thun among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $80. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 49m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $80, and a flight costs an average of $339.
Distance: 237 miles (383 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$130 Average price | $90 Average price Cheapest | $428 Average price | $112 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 19m Average total duration Fastest 4h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 18h 20m Average total duration 17h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 58m Average total duration 5h 58m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 6h 11m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Bologna to Thun:
A bus is $40 (€33) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bologna to Thun costing on average $130 (€107).
A bus is $338 (€277) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bologna to Thun costing on average $428 (€350).
Other travel options to Thun take longer:
Flight takes on average 5h 58m.
Bus takes on average 17h 50m.
You'll arrive about 1h 22m sooner (4h 49m by train vs 6h 11m by car). Tickets start at around $130 (€107) compared to roughly $112 (€91) 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 Thun train times
The table below shows live departures for Bologna to Thun trains for today, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 9:11 AM Bologna | 4h52 | 2:03 PM Thun | 1 transfer | |
| 1:11 PM Bologna | 4h55 | 6:06 PM Thun | 1 transfer | |
| 4:06 PM Bologna | 4h57 | 9:03 PM Thun | 1 transfer | |
| 11:06 PM Bologna | 10h57 | 10:03 AM Thun | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bologna to Thun
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Trains from Bologna to Thun run on average 4 times per day, taking around 4h 49m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $125 (€102) but you can travel from only $80 (€65) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:35, the last at 18:54. The fastest train covers the 237 miles (383 km) distance in 6h 13m.
Distance 237 miles (383 km) |
Average train duration 4h 49m |
Cheapest ticket price $125 (€102) |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 6h 13m |
First train 5:35 AM |
Last train 6:54 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Train companies: Trenitalia, Regionale, Italo from Bologna to Thun trainsTrenitalia, Regionale, Italo trains will get you between Bologna and Thun from $80 (€65). 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 Thun
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bologna to Thun 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 Thun, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Bologna to Thun
Most Bologna to Thun trains use the Bologna Centrale to Thun station pair. Use this guide to compare Bologna and Thun train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Bologna station do trains to Thun 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 Thun station do trains from Bologna arrive at?
Getting to Thun from Thun city centre
Thun train station facilities and services
Thun 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: Restaurant Dampfschiff, Restaurant Schlossberg
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Thun. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Thun. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Thun: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Thun: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Thun: Ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Freienhof, Hotel Krone Thun, Hotel Emmental.
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