The cheapest and fastest trains from Lausanne to Bologna Centrale
Cheapest price
$86
Average price
$86
Fastest journey
6 h 55 m
Average duration
6 h 55 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
430 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lausanne 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 Lausanne to Bologna Centrale will cost around $86 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $86.
Of the 1 trains that leave Lausanne for Bologna Centrale on Mon, Mar 30, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Mar 30 the direct trains cover the 430 km distance in an average of 6 h 55 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 55 m .
On Mon, Mar 30 the slowest trains will take 6 h 55 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.
01:10PM6h55Lausanne08:05PMBologna Centrale$861One-way0 transfers
01:10PM6h55Lausanne08:05PMBologna Centrale$861One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Lausanne to Bologna Centrale
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lausanne to Bologna Centrale among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $41. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 15m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $41, and a flight costs an average of $139.
Distance: 267 miles (430 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
$115 Average price | $73 Average price Cheapest | $205 Average price |
5h 45m Average total duration Fastest 5h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 41m Average total duration 9h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 7m Average total duration 10h 7m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Trenitalia, but also compare tickets for the likes of Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) to find the best option for your trip from Lausanne to Bologna Centrale.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Lausanne to Bologna Centrale
Trains from Lausanne to Bologna Centrale run on average 4 times per day, taking around 5h 15m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $66 (€54) but you can travel from only $41 (€34) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:10, the last at 13:10. The fastest train covers the 267 miles (430 km) distance in 6h 55m.
Distance 267 miles (430 km) |
Average train duration 5h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price $66 (€54) |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 6h 55m |
First train 05:10 |
Last train 13:10 |
Train companies: Trenitalia, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) from Lausanne to Bologna Centrale trainsTrenitalia, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) trains will get you between Lausanne and Bologna Centrale from $41 (€34). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Trenitalia
Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)
FAQs: Trains from Lausanne to Bologna Centrale
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lausanne 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 Lausanne to Bologna Centrale
- 6:30 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, 24 hours a day. Access via Rue du Simplon.
- Cafe du Grutli
- Le Chalet Suisse
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- CHF 1
- Beau-Rivage Palace
- Lausanne Palace
- Hotel Continental
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- 440 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-5 for trains to France, Germany, Italy, and regional destinations
- Hall 2: Metro connections
- Metro: Line M2
- Bus: Several lines available
- Tram: Line T1
- 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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