The cheapest and fastest trains from Montreux to Bologna Centrale
Cheapest price
$158
Average price
$171
Fastest journey
5 h 39 m
Average duration
5 h 59 m
Trains per day
7
Distance
407 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Montreux 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 Montreux to Bologna Centrale will cost around $171 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $158.
It's difficult to get from Montreux to Bologna Centrale without transferring at least 3 times.
3:37 PM6h17Montreux9:54 PMBologna Centrale$1581One-way3 transfers
10:10 PM9h39Montreux7:49 AMBologna Centrale$1581One-way3 transfers
11:36 PM11h18Montreux10:54 AMBologna Centrale$1581One-way3 transfers
1:37 PM6h17Montreux7:54 PMBologna Centrale$1591One-way3 transfers
6:04 AM6h00Montreux12:04 PMBologna Centrale$1881One-way3 transfers
1:10 PM5h39Montreux6:49 PMBologna Centrale$1881One-way3 transfers
3:10 PM5h44Montreux8:54 PMBologna Centrale$1881One-way3 transfers
6:04 AM6h00Montreux12:04 PMBologna Centrale$1881One-way3 transfers
1:37 PM6h17Montreux7:54 PMBologna Centrale$1591One-way3 transfers
3:37 PM6h17Montreux9:54 PMBologna Centrale$1581One-way3 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Montreux to Bologna Centrale
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Montreux to Bologna Centrale among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $70. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 33m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $70, and a flight costs an average of $231.
Distance: 252 miles (407 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$126 Average price | $73 Average price Cheapest | $316 Average price | $113 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 3m Average total duration Fastest 4h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 25m Average total duration 7h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 17h 33m Average total duration 14h 33m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 55m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Montreux to Bologna Centrale:
A bus is $52 (€43) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Montreux to Bologna Centrale costing on average $126 (€103).
A bus is $243 (€200) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Montreux to Bologna Centrale costing on average $316 (€261).
Other travel options to Bologna Centrale take longer:
Bus takes on average 7h 55m.
Flight takes on average 14h 33m.
You'll arrive about 1h 22m sooner (4h 33m by train vs 5h 55m by car). Tickets start at around $126 (€103) compared to roughly $113 (€93) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Montreux to Bologna Centrale train times
The table below shows live departures for Montreux to Bologna Centrale trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, July 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:04 AM Montreux | 6h00 | 12:04 PM Bologna Centrale | 3 transfers | |
![]() | 1:10 PM Montreux | 5h39 | 6:49 PM Bologna Centrale | 3 transfers | |
![]() | 1:37 PM Montreux | 6h17 | 7:54 PM Bologna Centrale | 3 transfers | |
![]() | 3:10 PM Montreux | 5h44 | 8:54 PM Bologna Centrale | 3 transfers | |
![]() | 3:37 PM Montreux | 6h17 | 9:54 PM Bologna Centrale | 3 transfers |
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Compare prices and tickets Montreux to Bologna Centrale by train, bus, or flight
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Montreux to Bologna Centrale
Trains from Montreux to Bologna Centrale run on average 5 times per day, taking around 4h 33m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $120 (€99) but you can travel from only $70 (€58) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 13:31, the last at 13:31. The fastest train covers the 252 miles (407 km) distance in 6h 34m.
Distance 252 miles (407 km) |
Average train duration 4h 33m |
Cheapest ticket price $120 (€99) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 6h 34m |
First train 1:31 PM |
Last train 1:31 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
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Low Season Apr - Jun |
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Train companies: Trenitalia, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) from Montreux to Bologna Centrale trainsTrenitalia, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) trains will get you between Montreux and Bologna Centrale from $70 (€58). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)
FAQs: Trains from Montreux to Bologna Centrale
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Montreux 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 Montreux to Bologna Centrale
Most Montreux to Bologna Centrale trains use the Montreux, Gare to Bologna Centrale station pair. Use this guide to compare Montreux and Bologna Centrale train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Montreux, Gare from Montreux city centre
Montreux, Gare train station facilities and services
Montreux, Gare has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Montreux, Gare.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Montreux, Gare. ATMs are available at Montreux, Gare.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Montreux, Gare: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Montreux, Gare: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Montreux, Gare.
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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