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Museum Burg Zug
Zug’s flagship museum in a former castle, presenting cantonal history, cultural treasures, and changing exhibitions in a landmark setting.
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bologna to Zug is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bologna to Zug will cost around €87 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €57.
On Sat, Nov 07, we found 57 trains from Bologna to Zug, including 1 direct services.
On Sat, Nov 07 the direct trains cover the 369 km distance in an average of 4 h 24 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 24 m .
On Sat, Nov 07 the slowest trains will take 4 h 24 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.
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Trains from Bologna to Zug run on average 49 times per day, taking around 4h 23m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €13 if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:04, the last at 20:50. The fastest train covers the 229 miles (369 km) distance in 3h 54m.
Distance 229 miles (369 km) |
Average train duration 4h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price €13 |
Trains per day 49 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 3h 54m |
First train 12:04 AM |
Last train 8:50 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Best time to book 21 days |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Bologna to Zug.
The table below shows live departures for Bologna to Zug trains for tomorrow, Saturday, November 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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InterCityNotte 752+ EuroCity 12 | 5:06 AM Bologna Centrale | 5h54 | 11:00 AM Zug station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2458+ EuroCity 14 | 5:53 AM Bologna Centrale | 6h07 | 12:00 PM Zug station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9504+ EuroCity 14 | 7:31 AM Bologna Centrale | 4h29 | 12:00 PM Zug station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2462+ EuroCity 150 | 7:50 AM Bologna Centrale | 6h10 | 2:00 PM Zug station | 1 transfer | |
9904+ EuroCity 22 | 8:06 AM Bologna Centrale | 10h54 | 7:00 PM Zug station | 1 transfer | |
9904+ EuroCity 16 | 8:06 AM Bologna Centrale | 7h54 | 4:00 PM Zug station | 1 transfer | |
9904+ EuroCity 150 | 8:06 AM Bologna Centrale | 5h54 | 2:00 PM Zug station | 1 transfer | |
9966+ EuroCity 16 | 8:41 AM Bologna Centrale | 7h19 | 4:00 PM Zug station | 1 transfer | |
9966+ EuroCity 22 | 8:41 AM Bologna Centrale | 10h19 | 7:00 PM Zug station | 1 transfer | |
9966+ EuroCity 150 | 8:41 AM Bologna Centrale | 5h19 | 2:00 PM Zug station | 1 transfer | |
9908+ EuroCity 150 | 9:06 AM Bologna Centrale | 4h54 | 2:00 PM Zug station | 1 transfer | |
EuroCity 30 | 9:06 AM Bologna Centrale | 5h54 | 3:00 PM Zug station | 0 transfersDirect | |
9968+ EuroCity 150 | 9:11 AM Bologna Centrale | 4h49 | 2:00 PM Zug station | 1 transfer | |
9968+ EuroCity 16 | 9:11 AM Bologna Centrale | 6h49 | 4:00 PM Zug station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9512+ EuroCity 150 | 9:36 AM Bologna Centrale | 4h24 | 2:00 PM Zug station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2466+ EuroCity 16 | 9:50 AM Bologna Centrale | 6h10 | 4:00 PM Zug station | 1 transfer | |
9912+ EuroCity 16 | 10:06 AM Bologna Centrale | 5h54 | 4:00 PM Zug station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3840 · Regionale TRENORD 2628+ EuroCity 32 | 10:10 AM Bologna Centrale | 6h50 | 5:00 PM Zug station | 2 transfers | |
9972+ EuroCity 22 | 10:11 AM Bologna Centrale | 8h49 | 7:00 PM Zug station | 1 transfer | |
9972+ EuroCity 16 | 10:11 AM Bologna Centrale | 5h49 | 4:00 PM Zug station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9616+ EuroCity 30 | 10:26 AM Bologna Centrale | 4h34 | 3:00 PM Zug station | 1 transfer | |
9916+ EuroCity 16 | 11:06 AM Bologna Centrale | 4h54 | 4:00 PM Zug station | 1 transfer | |
9974+ EuroCity 22 | 11:11 AM Bologna Centrale | 7h49 | 7:00 PM Zug station | 1 transfer | |
9974+ EuroCity 16 | 11:11 AM Bologna Centrale | 4h49 | 4:00 PM Zug station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9520+ EuroCity 16 | 11:36 AM Bologna Centrale | 4h24 | 4:00 PM Zug station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2470+ EuroCity 20 | 11:50 AM Bologna Centrale | 6h10 | 6:00 PM Zug station | 1 transfer | |
9976+ EuroCity 22 | 12:11 PM Bologna Centrale | 6h49 | 7:00 PM Zug station | 1 transfer | |
9976+ EuroCity 28 | 12:11 PM Bologna Centrale | 10h49 | 11:00 PM Zug station | 1 transfer | |
9976+ EuroCity 24 | 12:11 PM Bologna Centrale | 7h49 | 8:00 PM Zug station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9524+ EuroCity 32 | 12:36 PM Bologna Centrale | 4h24 | 5:00 PM Zug station | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 606+ EuroCity 22 | 1:03 PM Bologna Centrale | 5h57 | 7:00 PM Zug station | 1 transfer | |
9978+ EuroCity 24 | 1:11 PM Bologna Centrale | 6h49 | 8:00 PM Zug station | 1 transfer | |
9978+ EuroCity 22 | 1:11 PM Bologna Centrale | 5h49 | 7:00 PM Zug station | 1 transfer | |
9978+ EuroCity 28 | 1:11 PM Bologna Centrale | 9h49 | 11:00 PM Zug station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9514+ EuroCity 20 | 1:36 PM Bologna Centrale | 4h24 | 6:00 PM Zug station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2474+ EuroCity 24 | 1:50 PM Bologna Centrale | 6h10 | 8:00 PM Zug station | 1 transfer | |
9928+ EuroCity 28 | 2:06 PM Bologna Centrale | 8h54 | 11:00 PM Zug station | 1 transfer | |
9928+ EuroCity 24 | 2:06 PM Bologna Centrale | 5h54 | 8:00 PM Zug station | 1 transfer | |
9928+ EuroCity 22 | 2:06 PM Bologna Centrale | 4h54 | 7:00 PM Zug station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9532+ EuroCity 22 | 2:36 PM Bologna Centrale | 4h24 | 7:00 PM Zug station | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 608+ EuroCity 306 | 3:04 PM Bologna Centrale | 5h56 | 9:00 PM Zug station | 1 transfer | |
9982+ EuroCity 24 | 3:11 PM Bologna Centrale | 4h49 | 8:00 PM Zug station | 1 transfer | |
9982+ EuroCity 28 | 3:11 PM Bologna Centrale | 7h49 | 11:00 PM Zug station | 1 transfer | |
9982+ EuroCity 126 | 3:11 PM Bologna Centrale | 6h49 | 10:00 PM Zug station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9584+ EuroCity 24 | 3:36 PM Bologna Centrale | 4h24 | 8:00 PM Zug station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2478+ EuroCity 126 | 3:50 PM Bologna Centrale | 6h10 | 10:00 PM Zug station | 1 transfer | |
8134+ EuroCity 28 | 4:06 PM Bologna Centrale | 6h54 | 11:00 PM Zug station | 1 transfer | |
8134+ EuroCity 126 | 4:06 PM Bologna Centrale | 5h54 | 10:00 PM Zug station | 1 transfer | |
8134+ EuroCity 306 | 4:06 PM Bologna Centrale | 4h54 | 9:00 PM Zug station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9540+ EuroCity 306 | 4:36 PM Bologna Centrale | 4h24 | 9:00 PM Zug station | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 590+ EuroCity 28 | 4:54 PM Bologna Centrale | 6h06 | 11:00 PM Zug station | 1 transfer | |
9940+ EuroCity 28 | 5:06 PM Bologna Centrale | 5h54 | 11:00 PM Zug station | 1 transfer | |
9940+ EuroCity 126 | 5:06 PM Bologna Centrale | 4h54 | 10:00 PM Zug station | 1 transfer | |
9986+ EuroCity 28 | 5:11 PM Bologna Centrale | 5h49 | 11:00 PM Zug station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9544+ EuroCity 126 | 5:36 PM Bologna Centrale | 4h24 | 10:00 PM Zug station | 1 transfer | |
9946+ EuroCity 28 | 6:06 PM Bologna Centrale | 4h54 | 11:00 PM Zug station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9588+ EuroCity 28 | 6:36 PM Bologna Centrale | 4h24 | 11:00 PM Zug station | 1 transfer | |
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Zug’s flagship museum in a former castle, presenting cantonal history, cultural treasures, and changing exhibitions in a landmark setting.
Major art museum with Swiss and international exhibitions, known for strong programming and lakeside architecture in central Zug.
Museum focused on prehistory and archaeology of the canton, with accessible displays that explain early settlement around Lake Zug.
Historic old town of narrow lanes, pastel facades, and viewpoints over the lake, ideal for walking and discovering Zug’s character.
Popular lakeside promenade with sunset views, art pieces, and easy strolling, forming one of Zug’s classic everyday meeting places.
Elevated wooded area and lookout above the city, rewarding walkers with fine views over Zug, the lake, and central Switzerland.
Zuger Kirschtorte is Zug’s signature cherry brandy cake with sponge, buttercream, and meringue. It celebrates the region’s famous Kirsch tradition.
Zuger Chriesiwurst is a local sausage flavored with cherry spirit. It reflects Zug’s long cherry-growing and distilling heritage.
Kirsch is the clear cherry brandy for which Zug is especially known. It is used in desserts, fondue, and enjoyed as a regional digestif.
Elegant lakeside fine dining with refined Swiss and seasonal cuisine. Known for polished service and a special-occasion atmosphere.
Historic casual venue in Zug’s old town, known for traditional Swiss dishes and a cozy atmosphere with local character.
Stylish restaurant with Italian and Mediterranean cooking, popular for quality ingredients, wine, and an upscale but relaxed atmosphere.
Zug is pricier than most Swiss cities, with high hotel rates, restaurant prices, and everyday costs. Transit is efficient but not cheap for visitors.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for great service. Small tips for cafes and taxis are appreciated but not expected.
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Most Bologna to Zug trains use the Bologna Centrale to Zug station pair. Use this guide to compare Bologna and Zug 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.
Zug has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Schiff, Restaurant Theater Casino Zug
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Zug. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Zug. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Zug: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Zug: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Zug: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Parkhotel Zug, City-Hotel Ochsen, Hotel Löwen am See.
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