The cheapest and fastest trains from Novara station to Bologna Centrale
Cheapest price
$26
Average price
$55
Fastest journey
2 h 37 m
Average duration
2 h 47 m
Trains per day
106
Distance
238 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Novara station 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 Novara station to Bologna Centrale will cost around $55 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $26.
It's difficult to get from Novara station to Bologna Centrale without transferring at least once.
Regionale Veloce 2011 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 17056:05 AM4h03Novara station10:08 AMBologna Centrale$261One-way1 transfer
Regionale Veloce 2025 · Regionale TRENORD 2169 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 24711:05 PM5h05Novara station6:10 PMBologna Centrale$261One-way2 transfers
Regionale Veloce 2019 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 179910:05 AM3h55Novara station2:00 PMBologna Centrale$261One-way1 transfer
S6 TRENORD 24639 · S5 TRENORD 11841 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 246711:48 AM4h22Novara station4:10 PMBologna Centrale$261One-way2 transfers
Regionale Veloce 2041 · S5 TRENORD 11877 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 24859:05 PM3h28Novara station12:33 AMBologna Centrale$261One-way2 transfers
Regionale Veloce 2025+
FRECCIAROSSA 88131:05 PM2h37Novara station3:42 PMBologna Centrale$711One-way1 transfer
Regionale Veloce 2033+
99595:05 PM2h49Novara station7:54 PMBologna Centrale$611One-way1 transfer
Regionale Veloce 2025+
81431:05 PM2h49Novara station3:54 PMBologna Centrale$611One-way1 transfer
Regionale Veloce 2015+
99238:05 AM2h49Novara station10:54 AMBologna Centrale$611One-way1 transfer
Regionale Veloce 2031+
99554:05 PM2h49Novara station6:54 PMBologna Centrale$611One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Novara station to Bologna Centrale
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Novara station to Bologna Centrale among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 44m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $7, and a train costs an average of $25.
Distance: 147 miles (238 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$26 Average price | $11 Average price Cheapest | $84 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 14m Average total duration Fastest 2h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 4m Average total duration 3h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 33m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Novara station to Bologna Centrale:
A bus is $15 (€12) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Novara station to Bologna Centrale costing on average $26 (€21).
Other travel options to Bologna Centrale take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 34m.
Tickets start at around $26 (€21) compared to roughly $84 (€69) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $58 (€47). The journey takes 2h 44m versus 2h 33m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Novara station to Bologna Centrale train times
The table below shows live departures for Novara station to Bologna Centrale trains for today, Friday, August 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Regionale Veloce 2019+ FRECCIAROSSA 9535 | 10:05 AM Novara station | 3h19 | 1:24 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 2019+ Intercity 609 | 10:05 AM Novara station | 3h51 | 1:56 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 2019 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 2463 | 10:05 AM Novara station | 4h05 | 2:10 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 2020+ FRECCIAROSSA 9543 | 10:56 AM Novara station | 4h28 | 3:24 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
S6 TRENORD 24639 · S5 TRENORD 11841 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 2467 | 11:48 AM Novara station | 4h22 | 4:10 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 2025 · Regionale TRENORD 2169 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 2471 | 1:05 PM Novara station | 5h05 | 6:10 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 2025 · Regionale TRENORD 2629 · Regionale 3843 | 1:05 PM Novara station | 5h00 | 6:05 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 2025+ FRECCIAROSSA 8813 | 1:05 PM Novara station | 2h37 | 3:42 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 2027+ Intercity 613 | 2:05 PM Novara station | 3h49 | 5:54 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 2027 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 2471 | 2:05 PM Novara station | 4h05 | 6:10 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 2027+ FRECCIAROSSA 9551 | 2:05 PM Novara station | 3h19 | 5:24 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 2029+ Intercity 675+ Regionale Veloce TTPER 3937 | 3:05 PM Novara station | 4h20 | 7:25 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 2029+ FRECCIAROSSA 9555 | 3:05 PM Novara station | 3h19 | 6:24 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 2029 · Regionale TTPER 2473 · Regionale TTPER 17419 | 3:05 PM Novara station | 4h05 | 7:10 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 2031+ FRECCIAROSSA 9559 | 4:05 PM Novara station | 3h19 | 7:24 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 2031 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 2475 | 4:05 PM Novara station | 4h11 | 8:16 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 2031+ Intercity 599 | 4:05 PM Novara station | 3h57 | 8:02 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 2033+ FRECCIAROSSA 9563 | 5:05 PM Novara station | 3h19 | 8:24 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 2033 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 2477 | 5:05 PM Novara station | 4h00 | 9:05 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 2035+ FRECCIAROSSA 9567 | 6:05 PM Novara station | 3h19 | 9:24 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 2035 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 2479 | 6:05 PM Novara station | 4h05 | 10:10 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 2037+ Intercity 687+ Regionale TTPER 3951 | 7:05 PM Novara station | 4h23 | 11:28 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 2059 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 2485 | 7:37 PM Novara station | 4h56 | 12:33 AM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 2039+ InterCityNotte 765 | 8:05 PM Novara station | 3h30 | 11:35 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
InterCityNotte 797 · InterCityNotte 755 | 8:14 PM Novara station | 3h52 | 12:06 AM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 2041 · S5 TRENORD 11877 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 2485 | 9:05 PM Novara station | 3h28 | 12:33 AM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 2041+ FRECCIAROSSA 9561 | 9:05 PM Novara station | 3h32 | 12:37 AM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| Saturday, August 15 | |||||
S6 TRENORD 24613 · S5 TRENORD 11815+ 8947 | 5:18 AM Novara station | 4h36 | 9:54 AM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
S6 TRENORD 24613 · S5 TRENORD 11815+ 9917 | 5:18 AM Novara station | 3h36 | 8:54 AM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
S6 TRENORD 24613 · S5 TRENORD 11815+ 9939 | 5:18 AM Novara station | 9h36 | 2:54 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 2011 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 1705 | 6:05 AM Novara station | 4h03 | 10:08 AM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 2011+ Intercity 605 | 6:05 AM Novara station | 3h51 | 9:56 AM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 2011+ FRECCIAROSSA 9519 | 6:05 AM Novara station | 3h19 | 9:24 AM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 2011 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 1705 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 1715 | 6:05 AM Novara station | 3h56 | 10:01 AM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 2011+ 8947 | 6:05 AM Novara station | 3h49 | 9:54 AM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 2011+ 9917 | 6:05 AM Novara station | 2h49 | 8:54 AM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 2011+ 9917 | 6:05 AM Novara station | 2h49 | 8:54 AM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
S6 TRENORD 24617 · S5 TRENORD 11819+ 9939 | 6:18 AM Novara station | 8h36 | 2:54 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
S6 TRENORD 24617 · S5 TRENORD 11819+ 8947 | 6:18 AM Novara station | 3h36 | 9:54 AM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
S6 TRENORD 24617 · S5 TRENORD 11819+ 8143 | 6:18 AM Novara station | 9h36 | 3:54 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 2013 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 1709 | 7:05 AM Novara station | 3h47 | 10:52 AM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 2013+ FRECCIAROSSA 9583 | 7:05 AM Novara station | 3h19 | 10:24 AM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 2013+ 9923 | 7:05 AM Novara station | 3h49 | 10:54 AM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 2013+ 8947 | 7:05 AM Novara station | 2h49 | 9:54 AM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 2013+ 9927 | 7:05 AM Novara station | 4h49 | 11:54 AM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
S6 TRENORD 24621 · S5 TRENORD 11823 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 1713 | 7:18 AM Novara station | 4h27 | 11:45 AM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
S6 TRENORD 24621 · S5 TRENORD 11823+ 9939 | 7:18 AM Novara station | 7h36 | 2:54 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
S6 TRENORD 24621 · S5 TRENORD 11823+ 8143 | 7:18 AM Novara station | 8h36 | 3:54 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
S6 TRENORD 24621 · S5 TRENORD 11823 · Regionale TRENORD 2415+ 9923 | 7:18 AM Novara station | 3h36 | 10:54 AM Bologna Centrale | 3 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 2015 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 2499 | 8:05 AM Novara station | 4h04 | 12:09 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 2015+ FRECCIAROSSA 9527 | 8:05 AM Novara station | 3h19 | 11:24 AM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 2015+ 9923 | 8:05 AM Novara station | 2h49 | 10:54 AM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 2015+ 9927 | 8:05 AM Novara station | 3h49 | 11:54 AM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 2015+ 9931 | 8:05 AM Novara station | 4h49 | 12:54 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
S6 TRENORD 24625 · S5 TRENORD 11827+ FRECCIAROSSA 9805 | 8:18 AM Novara station | 3h24 | 11:42 AM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
S6 TRENORD 24625 · S5 TRENORD 11827 · Regionale TRENORD 2417+ 9927 | 8:18 AM Novara station | 3h36 | 11:54 AM Bologna Centrale | 3 transfers | |
S6 TRENORD 24625 · S5 TRENORD 11827+ 9939 | 8:18 AM Novara station | 6h36 | 2:54 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
S6 TRENORD 24625 · S5 TRENORD 11827+ 8143 | 8:18 AM Novara station | 7h36 | 3:54 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 2017+ Intercity 1545 | 9:05 AM Novara station | 3h14 | 12:19 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 2017+ 9927 | 9:05 AM Novara station | 2h49 | 11:54 AM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 2017+ 9931 | 9:05 AM Novara station | 3h49 | 12:54 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 2017+ 9935 | 9:05 AM Novara station | 4h49 | 1:54 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
S6 TRENORD 24629 · S5 TRENORD 11831+ 9939 | 9:18 AM Novara station | 5h36 | 2:54 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
S6 TRENORD 24629 · S5 TRENORD 11831+ 9959 | 9:18 AM Novara station | 10h36 | 7:54 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
S6 TRENORD 24629 · S5 TRENORD 11831+ 8143 | 9:18 AM Novara station | 6h36 | 3:54 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Novara station to Bologna Centrale
Trains from Novara station to Bologna Centrale run on average 54 times per day, taking around 2h 44m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $25 (€20) but you can travel from only $7 (€6) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:18, the last at 19:05. The fastest train covers the 147 miles (238 km) distance in 3h 28m.
Distance 147 miles (238 km) |
Average train duration 2h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price $25 (€20) |
Trains per day 54 |
Fastest train 3h 28m |
First train 12:18 AM |
Last train 7:05 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Train companies: Frecciarossa, Italo, Regionale, Intercity, Trenord from Novara station to Bologna Centrale trainsFrecciarossa, Italo, Regionale, Intercity, Trenord trains will get you between Novara station and Bologna Centrale from $7 (€6). 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 Novara station to Bologna Centrale
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Novara station 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 Novara station to Bologna Centrale
Most Novara station to Bologna Centrale trains use the Novara to Bologna Centrale station pair. Use this guide to compare Novara station and Bologna Centrale train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Novara from Novara city centre
Novara is 1 km from Novara city centre. Public transport options include:
Novara train station facilities and services
Novara 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 and drink
Food options include: Ristorante Pizzeria Marechiaro, Osteria del Gallo
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Novara. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Novara. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Novara: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Novara: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Novara: Elevators, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Cavour, Hotel La Bussola, Hotel Croce di Malta.
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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