The cheapest and fastest trains from Bolzano/Bozen to Bologna Centrale
Cheapest price
$37
Average price
$52
Fastest journey
2 h 32 m
Average duration
2 h 32 m
Trains per day
24
Distance
221 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bolzano/Bozen to Bologna Centrale is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bolzano/Bozen to Bologna Centrale will cost around $52 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $37.
Of the 24 trains that leave Bolzano/Bozen for Bologna Centrale on Mon, May 11, 14 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, May 11 the direct trains cover the 221 km distance in an average of 2 h 32 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 32 m .
On Mon, May 11 the slowest trains will take 2 h 32 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.
Regionale Veloce 38476:31 PM4h14Bolzano/Bozen10:45 PMBologna Centrale$371One-way0 transfers
Regionale 38432:25 PM3h40Bolzano/Bozen6:05 PMBologna Centrale$371One-way0 transfers
Regionale Veloce 34615:00 AM3h44Bolzano/Bozen8:44 AMBologna Centrale$371One-way0 transfers
Regionale 16663 · Regionale Veloce 34657:36 AM6h22Bolzano/Bozen1:58 PMBologna Centrale$371One-way1 transfer
Regionale 16667 · Regionale Veloce 34658:36 AM5h22Bolzano/Bozen1:58 PMBologna Centrale$371One-way1 transfer
89536:42 AM2h32Bolzano/Bozen9:14 AMBologna Centrale$531One-way0 transfers
89632:42 PM2h32Bolzano/Bozen5:14 PMBologna Centrale$531One-way0 transfers
FRECCIAROSSA 85077:12 AM2h32Bolzano/Bozen9:44 AMBologna Centrale$581One-way0 transfers
FRECCIAROSSA 85253:12 PM2h32Bolzano/Bozen5:44 PMBologna Centrale$581One-way0 transfers
FRECCIAROSSA 85191:12 PM2h32Bolzano/Bozen3:44 PMBologna Centrale$581One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and ferry for Bolzano/Bozen to Bologna Centrale
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bolzano/Bozen to Bologna Centrale among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from $10. For those with little time consider booking a ferry which can get you there in 45m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of $10, and a train costs an average of $33.
Distance: 137 miles (221 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Ferry | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$38 Average price | $16 Average price | $11 Average price Cheapest | $83 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 38m Average total duration 3h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 25m Average total duration 3h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 45m Average total duration Fastest 45m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 2h 41m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Bolzano/Bozen to Bologna Centrale:
A ferry is $6 (€5) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Bolzano/Bozen to Bologna Centrale costing on average $16 (€13).
A ferry is $27 (€22) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bolzano/Bozen to Bologna Centrale costing on average $38 (€30).
Other travel options to Bologna Centrale take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 8m.
Bus takes on average 3h 55m.
Tickets start at around {cheapestPrice} compared to roughly {drivingPriceInCents} in fuel and tolls — a saving of about {savingsAmount}. The journey takes {durationInMinutes} versus {drivingDurationInMinutes} by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Direct services run with Frecciarossa, Regionale, Italo, Intercity, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC).
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Bolzano/Bozen to Bologna Centrale train times
The table below shows live departures for Bolzano/Bozen to Bologna Centrale trains for today, Sunday, May 10. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FRECCIAROSSA 9721+ Regionale Veloce 3753 | 8:45 AM Bolzano/Bozen | 3h13 | 11:58 AM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 16039 · Regionale Veloce 3465 | 10:31 AM Bolzano/Bozen | 3h27 | 1:58 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 611 | 11:45 AM Bolzano/Bozen | 3h52 | 3:37 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 3841 | 12:31 PM Bolzano/Bozen | 3h34 | 4:05 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8519 | 1:12 PM Bolzano/Bozen | 2h32 | 3:44 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 3843 | 2:25 PM Bolzano/Bozen | 3h40 | 6:05 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8525 | 3:12 PM Bolzano/Bozen | 2h32 | 5:44 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3845 | 4:31 PM Bolzano/Bozen | 3h34 | 8:05 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8529 | 5:10 PM Bolzano/Bozen | 2h34 | 7:44 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3847 | 6:31 PM Bolzano/Bozen | 4h14 | 10:45 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3461 | 5:00 AM Bolzano/Bozen | 3h44 | 8:44 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8505 | 5:12 AM Bolzano/Bozen | 2h32 | 7:44 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8513 | 5:50 AM Bolzano/Bozen | 2h54 | 8:44 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 16031 · Regionale 17133 · Regionale TTPER 22453 | 6:20 AM Bolzano/Bozen | 5h00 | 11:20 AM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
8953 | 6:42 AM Bolzano/Bozen | 2h32 | 9:14 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8507 | 7:12 AM Bolzano/Bozen | 2h32 | 9:44 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3463 · Regionale Veloce 3485 · Regionale Veloce 3971 | 7:31 AM Bolzano/Bozen | 5h14 | 12:45 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3463+ FRECCIAROSSA 8503 | 7:31 AM Bolzano/Bozen | 3h13 | 10:44 AM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 16663 · Regionale Veloce 3465 | 7:36 AM Bolzano/Bozen | 6h22 | 1:58 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bolzano/Bozen to Bologna Centrale
Trains from Bolzano/Bozen to Bologna Centrale run on average 20 times per day, taking around 3h 1m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $21 (€17) but you can travel from only $10 (€8) by ferry.
There are 12 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:31, the last at 17:31. The fastest train covers the 137 miles (221 km) distance in 2h 32m.
Distance 137 miles (221 km) |
Average train duration 3h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price $21 (€17) |
Trains per day 20 |
Direct trains 12 |
Fastest train 2h 32m |
First train 6:31 AM |
Last train 5:31 PM |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Least Busy Day Fri |
Train companies: Frecciarossa, Regionale, Italo, Intercity, Frecciargento, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) from Bolzano/Bozen to Bologna Centrale trainsFrecciarossa, Regionale, Italo, Intercity, Frecciargento, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) trains will get you between Bolzano/Bozen and Bologna Centrale from $10 (€8). 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 Bolzano/Bozen to Bologna Centrale
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bolzano/Bozen to Bologna Centrale 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 Bologna Centrale, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Bolzano/Bozen to Bologna Centrale
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible from Piazza della Stazione.
- Restaurant Laurin
- Restaurant Anita
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €1
- Parkhotel Laurin
- Hotel Greif
- Four Points by Sheraton Bolzano
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-5 for trains to Austria, Germany, and regional destinations
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Regional and long-distance trains
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00
- Free Wi-Fi.
- Luggage facility, open daily from 07:00 to 22:00, is located in front of binario 7 Ovest (Track 7 West).
- Burger King
- A Cafè
- VyTA Boulangerie
- Venchi
- Scambio
- Juice Bar
- KFC
- Dispensa Emilia
- Lavazza
- Mokà
- & more
- 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.
- Starhotels Excelsior
- Millenn Hotel Bologna
- UNA Hotels
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00
- Customer service center is on the ground floor and open every day from 06:30 to 23:00.
- Bus lines: 21, 25, 30, 36, 61, 62, 77, BLQ
- Monorail lines: Marconi Express
- Train lines: FR, FA, FB, IC, ICN, R, Italo, ÖBB EC, EN
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