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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Milan Centrale to Bologna Centrale
Cheapest price
€18
Average price
€38
Fastest journey
1 h 22 m
Average duration
1 h 23 m
Trains per day
75
Distance
200 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Milan Centrale 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 Milan Centrale to Bologna Centrale will cost around €38 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €18.
Of the 75 trains that leave Milan Centrale for Bologna Centrale on Wed, Aug 26, 60 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Aug 26 the direct trains cover the 200 km distance in an average of 1 h 23 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 22 m .
On Wed, Aug 26 the slowest trains will take 1 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.
Regionale Veloce TTPER 24671:20 PM2h50Milan Centrale4:10 PMBologna Centrale€181One-way0 transfers- Regionale Veloce TTPER 24755:20 PM2h56Milan Centrale8:16 PMBologna Centrale€181One-way0 transfers
- Regionale TTPER 2465 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 392712:15 PM3h10Milan Centrale3:25 PMBologna Centrale€181One-way1 transfer
- Regionale Veloce TTPER 24515:15 AM2h50Milan Centrale8:05 AMBologna Centrale€181One-way0 transfers
- Regionale Veloce TTPER 24713:20 PM2h50Milan Centrale6:10 PMBologna Centrale€181One-way0 transfers
FRECCIAROSSA 88111:20 PM1h22Milan Centrale2:42 PMBologna Centrale€521One-way0 transfers- FRECCIAROSSA 880912:20 PM1h22Milan Centrale1:42 PMBologna Centrale€521One-way0 transfers
- FRECCIAROSSA 95157:00 AM1h24Milan Centrale8:24 AMBologna Centrale€521One-way0 transfers
- FRECCIAROSSA 95555:00 PM1h24Milan Centrale6:24 PMBologna Centrale€521One-way0 transfers
- FRECCIAROSSA 952710:00 AM1h24Milan Centrale11:24 AMBologna Centrale€521One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Milan Centrale to Bologna Centrale
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Milan Centrale to Bologna Centrale among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €3. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 23m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €3, and a flight costs an average of €139.
Distance: 124 miles (200 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€18 Average price | €11 Average price Cheapest | €269 Average price | €52 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 53m Average total duration Fastest 2h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 27m Average total duration 2h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 18m Average total duration 5h 18m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 2h 25m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Milan Centrale to Bologna Centrale:
A bus is €8 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Milan Centrale to Bologna Centrale costing on average €18.
A bus is €258 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Milan Centrale to Bologna Centrale costing on average €269.
Other travel options to Bologna Centrale take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 57m.
Flight takes on average 5h 18m.
The journey is about 2m faster (2h 23m by train vs 2h 25m by car) and roughly €34 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (€18 vs €53). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with Frecciarossa, Italo, Regionale, Intercity, Intercity Notte.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Milan Centrale to Bologna Centrale train times
The table below shows live departures for Milan Centrale to Bologna Centrale trains for today, Tuesday, August 25. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FRECCIAROSSA 9519 | 7:55 AM Milan Centrale | 1h29 | 9:24 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Regionale TTPER 2457 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3915 | 8:15 AM Milan Centrale | 3h10 | 11:25 AM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
 8947 | 8:25 AM Milan Centrale | 1h29 | 9:54 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FRECCIAROSSA 9583 | 8:55 AM Milan Centrale | 1h29 | 10:24 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Regionale Veloce TTPER 2459 | 9:20 AM Milan Centrale | 2h50 | 12:10 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Regionale TRENORD 2619 · Regionale Veloce 3465 | 9:25 AM Milan Centrale | 4h33 | 1:58 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| 9923 | 9:30 AM Milan Centrale | 1h24 | 10:54 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
 Intercity 637+Regionale Veloce 3921 | 9:53 AM Milan Centrale | 3h32 | 1:25 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| FRECCIAROSSA 9527 | 10:00 AM Milan Centrale | 1h24 | 11:24 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9927 | 10:20 AM Milan Centrale | 1h34 | 11:54 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FRECCIAROSSA 9587 | 10:40 AM Milan Centrale | 1h44 | 12:24 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Intercity 609 | 11:15 AM Milan Centrale | 2h41 | 1:56 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FRECCIAROSSA 8807 | 11:15 AM Milan Centrale | 1h27 | 12:42 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Regionale Veloce TTPER 2463 | 11:20 AM Milan Centrale | 2h50 | 2:10 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Regionale TRENORD 2623 · Regionale 3467 | 11:25 AM Milan Centrale | 3h36 | 3:01 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| 9931 | 11:30 AM Milan Centrale | 1h24 | 12:54 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FRECCIAROSSA 9535 | 11:50 AM Milan Centrale | 1h34 | 1:24 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Regionale TTPER 2465 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3927 | 12:15 PM Milan Centrale | 3h10 | 3:25 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| FRECCIAROSSA 8809 | 12:20 PM Milan Centrale | 1h22 | 1:42 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FRECCIAROSSA 9539 | 12:50 PM Milan Centrale | 1h34 | 2:24 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Regionale Veloce TTPER 2467 | 1:20 PM Milan Centrale | 2h50 | 4:10 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FRECCIAROSSA 8811 | 1:20 PM Milan Centrale | 1h22 | 2:42 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9939 | 1:30 PM Milan Centrale | 1h24 | 2:54 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Intercity 597 | 1:48 PM Milan Centrale | 2h26 | 4:14 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FRECCIAROSSA 9543 | 2:00 PM Milan Centrale | 1h24 | 3:24 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FRECCIAROSSA 8813 | 2:10 PM Milan Centrale | 1h32 | 3:42 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8143 | 2:15 PM Milan Centrale | 1h39 | 3:54 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Regionale TRENORD 2629 · Regionale 3843 | 2:25 PM Milan Centrale | 3h40 | 6:05 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| FRECCIAROSSA 9547 | 2:55 PM Milan Centrale | 1h29 | 4:24 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Intercity 613 | 3:05 PM Milan Centrale | 2h49 | 5:54 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Regionale Veloce TTPER 2471 | 3:20 PM Milan Centrale | 2h50 | 6:10 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FRECCIAROSSA 9809 | 3:20 PM Milan Centrale | 1h30 | 4:50 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9947 | 3:30 PM Milan Centrale | 1h24 | 4:54 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FRECCIAROSSA 9551 | 3:55 PM Milan Centrale | 1h29 | 5:24 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Regionale TTPER 2473 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3937 | 4:15 PM Milan Centrale | 3h10 | 7:25 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| FRECCIAROSSA 8819 | 4:15 PM Milan Centrale | 1h27 | 5:42 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Regionale TRENORD 2633 · Regionale Veloce 3845 | 4:25 PM Milan Centrale | 3h40 | 8:05 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| 9951 | 4:30 PM Milan Centrale | 1h24 | 5:54 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FRECCIAROSSA 9555 | 5:00 PM Milan Centrale | 1h24 | 6:24 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FRECCIAROSSA 9811 | 5:15 PM Milan Centrale | 1h27 | 6:42 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Regionale Veloce TTPER 2475 | 5:20 PM Milan Centrale | 2h56 | 8:16 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9955 | 5:25 PM Milan Centrale | 1h29 | 6:54 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FRECCIAROSSA 8823 | 5:35 PM Milan Centrale | 2h07 | 7:42 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Intercity 599 | 5:40 PM Milan Centrale | 2h22 | 8:02 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FRECCIAROSSA 9559 | 5:50 PM Milan Centrale | 1h34 | 7:24 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Regionale Veloce TTPER 2477 | 6:15 PM Milan Centrale | 2h50 | 9:05 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FRECCIAROSSA 8825 | 6:20 PM Milan Centrale | 2h22 | 8:42 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Regionale TRENORD 2177 · Regionale TRENORD 10895 · Regionale TTPER 88123 | 6:20 PM Milan Centrale | 3h05 | 9:25 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
| 9959 | 6:30 PM Milan Centrale | 1h24 | 7:54 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FRECCIAROSSA 9563 | 7:00 PM Milan Centrale | 1h24 | 8:24 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Regionale Veloce TTPER 2479 | 7:20 PM Milan Centrale | 2h50 | 10:10 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9961 | 7:25 PM Milan Centrale | 1h29 | 8:54 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FRECCIAROSSA 8829 | 7:35 PM Milan Centrale | 2h07 | 9:42 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FRECCIAROSSA 9567 | 8:00 PM Milan Centrale | 1h24 | 9:24 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Intercity 995+Regionale TTPER 3945 | 8:05 PM Milan Centrale | 3h23 | 11:28 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| Regionale TRENORD 2181 · Regionale TRENORD 10883 · Regionale TTPER 3945 | 8:20 PM Milan Centrale | 3h08 | 11:28 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
 InterCityNotte 765 | 9:15 PM Milan Centrale | 2h20 | 11:35 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Regionale TTPER 2483 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 2485 | 9:20 PM Milan Centrale | 3h13 | 12:33 AM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| InterCityNotte 755 | 9:50 PM Milan Centrale | 2h16 | 12:06 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Regionale TRENORD 2245 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 2485 | 10:05 PM Milan Centrale | 2h28 | 12:33 AM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| FRECCIAROSSA 9505 | 4:55 AM Milan Centrale | 1h29 | 6:24 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Regionale Veloce TTPER 2451 | 5:15 AM Milan Centrale | 2h50 | 8:05 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8111 | 5:20 AM Milan Centrale | 1h34 | 6:54 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Intercity 603 | 5:25 AM Milan Centrale | 2h32 | 7:57 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Intercity 633+Regionale Veloce TTPER 3907 | 5:45 AM Milan Centrale | 2h40 | 8:25 AM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| FRECCIAROSSA 9511 | 5:55 AM Milan Centrale | 1h29 | 7:24 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Intercity 583 | 6:05 AM Milan Centrale | 2h45 | 8:50 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9907 | 6:20 AM Milan Centrale | 1h34 | 7:54 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Intercity 657+Regionale Veloce TTPER 2067 | 6:50 AM Milan Centrale | 2h35 | 9:25 AM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| FRECCIAROSSA 9515 | 7:00 AM Milan Centrale | 1h24 | 8:24 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Intercity 605 | 7:05 AM Milan Centrale | 2h51 | 9:56 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FRECCIAROSSA 8803 | 7:15 AM Milan Centrale | 2h27 | 9:42 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Regionale Veloce TTPER 2455 | 7:20 AM Milan Centrale | 2h53 | 10:13 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9917 | 7:20 AM Milan Centrale | 1h34 | 8:54 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Milan Centrale to Bologna Centrale
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Trains from Milan Centrale to Bologna Centrale run on average 63 times per day, taking around 2h 23m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €11 but you can travel from only €3 by bus.
There are 53 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:15, the last at 20:05. The fastest train covers the 124 miles (200 km) distance in 1h 4m.
Distance 124 miles (200 km) |
Average train duration 2h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price €11 |
Trains per day 63 |
Direct trains 53 |
Fastest train 1h 4m |
First train 3:15 AM |
Last train 8:05 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Train companies: Frecciarossa, Italo, Regionale, Intercity, Intercity Notte from Milan Centrale to Bologna Centrale trainsFrecciarossa, Italo, Regionale, Intercity, Intercity Notte trains will get you between Milan Centrale and Bologna Centrale from €3. 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 Milan Centrale to Bologna Centrale
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Milan Centrale 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.
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Popular train stations from Milan Centrale to Bologna Centrale
Most Milan Centrale to Bologna Centrale trains use the Milano Centrale to Bologna Centrale station pair. Use this guide to compare Milan Centrale and Bologna Centrale train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Milano Centrale from Milan city centre
Milano Centrale is 2 km from Milan city centre. Public transport options include:
Milano Centrale train station facilities and services
Milano 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 and drink
Food options include: Venchi, Panzera Coffee, Burger King, Bar Motta, Caffè Napoli, VyTA Boulangerie, Spontini, Starbucks, Dispensa Emilia, McDonald's, & many more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free WiFi in the station. ATMs are there are ATMs in various locations around the station.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 05:50 - 22:20. Information desks are located next to the ticket office on the ground floor in the shopping gallery.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is provided by KiPoint and located on the ground floor, on the side of Piazza Luigi di Savoia. It is open every day from 06:00 to 23:00.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Milano Centrale: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Milano Centrale: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Milano Centrale: Station is wheelchair accessible, has elevators and the Sala Blu, Trenitalia's office of assistance for disabled travelers, is next to Platform 4.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Glam Hotel Milano, NYX MIlan, iQ Hotel Milano.
Getting to Bologna Centrale from Bologna city centre
Bologna Centrale is 1 km from Bologna city centre. Public transport options include:
Bologna Centrale train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: Burger King, A Cafè, VyTA Boulangerie, Venchi, Scambio, Juice Bar, KFC, Dispensa Emilia, Lavazza, Mokà, & more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. . ATMs are aTM is located in the main hall.
Tickets and information
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 and lost property
Luggage storage is luggage facility, open daily from 07:00 to 22:00, is located in front of binario 7 Ovest (Track 7 West).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bologna Centrale: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bologna Centrale: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
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.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Starhotels Excelsior, Millenn Hotel Bologna, UNA Hotels.
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