Cologne Hbf to Bologna Centrale train with Deutsche Bahn (EC,ICE)

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Cologne Hbf to Bologna Centrale

Showing times and prices for Jun 25

Cheapest price

$152

Average price

$212

Fastest journey

11 h 21 m

Average duration

11 h 42 m

Trains per day

3

Distance

787 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cologne Hbf 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 Cologne Hbf to Bologna Centrale will cost around $212 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $152.

Fast trains

Of the 3 trains that leave Cologne Hbf for Bologna Centrale on Wed, Jun 25, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Wed, Jun 25 the direct trains cover the 787 km distance in an average of 11 h 42 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 11 h 21 m .

On Wed, Jun 25 the slowest trains will take 11 h 59 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.

Deutsche Bahn
07:31AM11h45
Cologne Hbf
07:16PMBologna Centrale
$1521One-way
0 transfers
Deutsche Bahn
03:20AM11h59
Cologne Hbf
03:19PMBologna Centrale
$1981One-way
0 transfers
Deutsche Bahn
07:55AM11h21
Cologne Hbf
07:16PMBologna Centrale
$2861One-way
0 transfers

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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cologne Hbf to Bologna Centrale among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €50. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 5h 29m.

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€270

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12h 10m

Average duration

11h 40m

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8h 29m

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Overview: Train from Cologne Hbf to Bologna Centrale

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Trains from Cologne Hbf to Bologna Centrale run on average 3 times per day, taking around 11h 40m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $62 (€50) but you can travel from only $49 (€39) by bus.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
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Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $49 (€39)
Distance
488 miles (786 km)
Average train duration
11h 40m
Cheapest ticket price
$62 (€50)
Trains per day
3
Fastest train
11h 21m
First train
02:18
Last train
07:55
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $49 (€39)

Train providers: Deutsche Bahn from Cologne Hbf to Bologna Centrale trains

Find the best trains from Cologne Hbf to Bologna Centrale with Omio's travel partners Deutsche Bahn from $62 (€50). We can find you the best deals, schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the best trip.

Deutsche Bahn (DB) is the main provider of train services in Germany, making on average 40,000 journeys per day. A special feature of Deutsche Bahn is its wide range of ticket types, savings offers including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible fares and discount cards like the Bahncard 25, 50 and 100. DB uses different types of trains such as the ICE (Intercity Express), IC (Intercity), EC (Eurocity), IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express) and RB (Regionalbahn) on its routes, which differ in terms of comfort and the time required to travel.

Cologne Hbf to Bologna Centrale train information with Deutsche Bahn:

  • Average Duration: 11 h 21 min
  • Cheapest Price: $62

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