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Museo del Santuario di San Francesco di Paola
Museum at the sanctuary presenting objects, documents, and devotional material linked to Saint Francis of Paola and the order he founded.
Cheapest price on Sep 19
€69
Average ticket price on Sep 19
€96
Fastest journey on Sep 19
17 h
Average journey duration on Sep 19
17 h 16 m
Trains on Sep 19
3
Distance
880 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bolzano to Paola is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bolzano to Paola will cost around €96 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €69.
On Sat, Sep 19, we found 3 trains from Bolzano to Paola, including 3 direct services.
On Sat, Sep 19 the direct trains cover the 880 km distance in an average of 17 h 16 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 17 h .
On Sat, Sep 19 the slowest trains will take 17 h 27 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.






Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bolzano to Paola among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €72 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 11h 28m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.3 - 0.8kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €72, while a train costs an average of €146.
Distance: 546 miles (880 km)
Most popular Train | Bus |
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€146 Average price | €72 Average price Cheapest |
11h 28m Average total duration Fastest 10h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 16h 0m Average total duration 15h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.9 - 2.2kg CO2 emissions |
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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 Bolzano to Paola:
A bus is €74 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bolzano to Paola costing on average €146.
Other travel options to Paola take longer:
Bus takes on average 15h 30m.
The table below shows live departures for Bolzano to Paola trains for today, Friday, September 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 8:30 PM Bolzano | 14h49 | 11:19 AM Paola | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Bolzano to Paola run on average 11 times per day, taking around 10h 58m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €91 but you can travel from only €52 by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:14, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 546 miles (880 km) distance in 8h 31m.
Distance 546 miles (880 km) |
Average train duration 10h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price €91 |
Trains per day 11 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 8h 31m |
First train 12:14 AM |
Last train 11:57 PM |
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Discover the best of Paola — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Paola trip today.
Museum at the sanctuary presenting objects, documents, and devotional material linked to Saint Francis of Paola and the order he founded.
Exhibition space focused on the saint’s life, miracles, and historical memory, helpful for adding context before or after visiting the sanctuary.
Small local museum area within the sanctuary complex showing religious art and archival pieces connected to Paola’s most important heritage site.
The atmospheric old town with narrow lanes, churches, and traditional buildings, best explored on foot for local character and views.
Main civic square and social hub, framed by everyday town life and useful as a starting point for walks through central Paola.
Seafront walking area popular for sunsets and relaxed strolls, offering a pleasant contrast to the religious and historic sights inland.
Fileja are traditional Calabrian hand-rolled pasta, often served with rich goat or pork ragù. They are a hallmark of local home cooking and festive meals.
Lagane e ceci is an old southern dish of rustic pasta strips with chickpeas, valued for its peasant roots and comforting flavor across Calabria.
Surici fritti are lightly floured fried anchovies, popular on the Tyrrhenian coast near Paola. They are prized for freshness and simple seaside flavor.
Established seafood restaurant in Paola known for fresh fish dishes and classic Calabrian flavors in a relaxed, polished setting.
Well-known local restaurant offering traditional Calabrian cooking, pizza, and regional ingredients in a casual atmosphere.
Seafood-focused dining near the coast, appreciated for fresh catches, pasta, and a more refined atmosphere suited to a longer dinner.
Moderate for southern Italy. Hotels and trains are reasonable, while tourist-area dining costs more in peak season. Overall cheaper than Rome, Milan, or Amalfi.
Service is often included or modest. Round up or leave 5-10% at restaurants for good service. Taxis are usually rounded up. Small change is enough in cafes.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bolzano to Paola 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 Paola, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Bolzano to Paola trains use the Bolzano-Bozen to Paola station pair. Use this guide to compare Bolzano and Paola train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Bolzano-Bozen is 1 km from Bolzano city centre. Public transport options include:
Bolzano-Bozen 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: Restaurant Laurin, Restaurant Anita
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Bolzano-Bozen. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Bolzano-Bozen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bolzano-Bozen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bolzano-Bozen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bolzano-Bozen: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Parkhotel Laurin, Hotel Greif, Four Points by Sheraton Bolzano.
Bolzano Sud Bozen Sud is 2 km from Bolzano city centre. Public transport options include:
Bolzano Sud Bozen Sud has practical services for this route, including Parking, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Ticket office support is available at Bolzano Sud Bozen Sud.
Available at Bolzano Sud Bozen Sud: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bolzano Sud Bozen Sud: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bolzano Sud Bozen Sud: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Kaiserau is 1 km from Bolzano city centre. Public transport options include:
Kaiserau has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Kaiserau.
ATMs are available at Kaiserau.
Available at Kaiserau: Parking, WC.
Available at Kaiserau: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Kaiserau.
Paola has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Ristorante La Piazzetta, Trattoria del Mare
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Paola. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Paola. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Paola: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Paola: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Paola: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Blumentag, Hotel Sant'Agostino, Hotel Alhambra.
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