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South Tyrol Museum of Archaeology
Bolzano’s best-known museum, famous for Ötzi the Iceman and excellent exhibits on Alpine prehistory and conservation.
Cheapest price
$96
Average price
$121
Fastest journey
4 h 58 m
Average duration
4 h 58 m
Trains per day
36
Distance
519 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Rome to Bolzano is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rome to Bolzano will cost around $121 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $96.
Of the 36 trains that leave Rome for Bolzano on Thu, May 28, 8 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, May 28 the direct trains cover the 519 km distance in an average of 4 h 58 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 58 m .
On Thu, May 28 the slowest trains will take 4 h 58 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.
Intercity 590+
Regionale Veloce 3848
Intercity 588+
Regionale Veloce 3846
Intercity 588+
Regionale Veloce 3846 · Regionale SAD 22443
Intercity 590+
Regionale Veloce 3848 · Regionale SAD 16719
Intercity 590+
Regionale Veloce 3848 · Regionale SAD 16719
8966
FRECCIAROSSA 8506
FRECCIAROSSA 8524
8954
FRECCIAROSSA 8526Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Rome to Bolzano among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $30. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 6m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $30, and a flight costs an average of $105.
Distance: 322 miles (519 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
$78 Average price | $56 Average price Cheapest | $228 Average price |
7h 19m Average total duration 6h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 40m Average total duration 8h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 6m Average total duration Fastest 1h 6m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 1.3kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Rome to Bolzano:
A bus is $22 (€18) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Rome to Bolzano costing on average $78 (€63).
A bus is $172 (€138) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Rome to Bolzano costing on average $228 (€184).
Other travel options to Bolzano take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 49m.
Bus takes on average 8h 10m.
The table below shows live departures for Rome to Bolzano trains for today, Wednesday, May 27. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FRECCIAROSSA 9646+ Regionale Veloce 3848 | 3:50 PM Rome Termini | 5h40 | 9:30 PM Bolzano/Bozen | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8524 | 4:50 PM Rome Termini | 4h58 | 9:48 PM Bolzano/Bozen | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8524+ Regionale SAD 16719 | 4:50 PM Rome Termini | 5h17 | 10:07 PM Bolzano Sud Bozen Sud | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8524+ Regionale SAD 16719 | 4:50 PM Rome Termini | 5h20 | 10:10 PM Kaiserau | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8526 | 5:50 PM Rome Termini | 4h58 | 10:48 PM Bolzano/Bozen | 0 transfersDirect | |
8966 | 6:25 PM Rome Termini | 4h58 | 11:23 PM Bolzano/Bozen | 0 transfersDirect | |
InterCityNotte 774+ Regionale TTPER 17870 · Regionale 16604 | 10:35 PM Rome Termini | 10h50 | 9:25 AM Bolzano/Bozen | 2 transfers | |
| Thursday, May 28 | |||||
FRECCIAROSSA 8502+ Regionale 17149 | 6:45 AM Rome Termini | 5h25 | 12:10 PM Kaiserau | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8502 | 6:45 AM Rome Termini | 5h11 | 11:56 AM Bolzano/Bozen | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8502+ Regionale 17149 | 6:45 AM Rome Termini | 5h22 | 12:07 PM Bolzano Sud Bozen Sud | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9608 · FRECCIAROSSA 8502+ Regionale 17149 | 6:50 AM Rome Termini | 5h17 | 12:07 PM Bolzano Sud Bozen Sud | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9608 · FRECCIAROSSA 8502+ Regionale 17149 | 6:50 AM Rome Termini | 5h20 | 12:10 PM Kaiserau | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9608 · FRECCIAROSSA 8502 | 6:50 AM Rome Termini | 5h06 | 11:56 AM Bolzano/Bozen | 1 transfer | |
8954 | 7:25 AM Rome Termini | 4h58 | 12:23 PM Bolzano/Bozen | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8506+ Regionale 17115 | 8:50 AM Rome Termini | 5h17 | 2:07 PM Bolzano Sud Bozen Sud | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8506 | 8:50 AM Rome Termini | 4h58 | 1:48 PM Bolzano/Bozen | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8506+ Regionale 17115 | 8:50 AM Rome Termini | 5h20 | 2:10 PM Kaiserau | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9622+ Regionale 3842 | 9:50 AM Rome Termini | 5h40 | 3:30 PM Bolzano/Bozen | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9622+ Regionale 3842 · Regionale SAD 22435 | 9:50 AM Rome Termini | 5h49 | 3:39 PM Bolzano Sud Bozen Sud | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 588+ Regionale Veloce 3846 · Regionale SAD 22443 | 10:20 AM Rome Termini | 9h19 | 7:39 PM Bolzano Sud Bozen Sud | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 588+ Regionale Veloce 3846 | 10:20 AM Rome Termini | 9h10 | 7:30 PM Bolzano/Bozen | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 588+ Regionale Veloce 3846 · Regionale 17179 | 10:20 AM Rome Termini | 9h50 | 8:10 PM Kaiserau | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8509+ Regionale 17155 | 10:50 AM Rome Termini | 5h17 | 4:07 PM Bolzano Sud Bozen Sud | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8509+ Regionale 17155 | 10:50 AM Rome Termini | 5h20 | 4:10 PM Kaiserau | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8509 | 10:50 AM Rome Termini | 4h58 | 3:48 PM Bolzano/Bozen | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9630+ Regionale Veloce 3844 · Regionale 17159 | 11:50 AM Rome Termini | 6h20 | 6:10 PM Kaiserau | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9630+ Regionale Veloce 3844 · Regionale SAD 22439 | 11:50 AM Rome Termini | 5h49 | 5:39 PM Bolzano Sud Bozen Sud | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9630+ Regionale Veloce 3844 | 11:50 AM Rome Termini | 5h40 | 5:30 PM Bolzano/Bozen | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 590+ Regionale Veloce 3848 | 12:43 PM Rome Tiburtina | 8h47 | 9:30 PM Bolzano/Bozen | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 590+ Regionale Veloce 3848 · Regionale SAD 16719 | 12:43 PM Rome Tiburtina | 9h27 | 10:10 PM Kaiserau | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 590+ Regionale Veloce 3848 · Regionale SAD 16719 | 12:43 PM Rome Tiburtina | 9h24 | 10:07 PM Bolzano Sud Bozen Sud | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9638+ Regionale Veloce 3846 · Regionale 17179 | 1:50 PM Rome Termini | 6h20 | 8:10 PM Kaiserau | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9638+ Regionale Veloce 3846 · Regionale SAD 22443 | 1:50 PM Rome Termini | 5h49 | 7:39 PM Bolzano Sud Bozen Sud | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9638+ Regionale Veloce 3846 | 1:50 PM Rome Termini | 5h40 | 7:30 PM Bolzano/Bozen | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8520+ Regionale 17117 | 2:50 PM Rome Termini | 6h17 | 9:07 PM Bolzano Sud Bozen Sud | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8520 | 2:50 PM Rome Termini | 5h08 | 7:58 PM Bolzano/Bozen | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8520+ Regionale 17117 | 2:50 PM Rome Termini | 6h20 | 9:10 PM Kaiserau | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Rome to Bolzano run on average 32 times per day, taking around 6h 49m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $33 (€26) but you can travel from only $30 (€24) by bus.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:52. The fastest train covers the 322 miles (519 km) distance in 4h 58m.
Distance 322 miles (519 km) |
Average train duration 6h 49m |
Cheapest ticket price $33 (€26) |
Trains per day 32 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 4h 58m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:52 PM |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Best time to book 77 days |
Discover the best of Bolzano — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Bolzano trip today.
Bolzano’s best-known museum, famous for Ötzi the Iceman and excellent exhibits on Alpine prehistory and conservation.
The city’s contemporary art museum, known for its striking modern building and changing international exhibitions.
A compact museum inside the historic Mercantile Palace, illustrating Bolzano’s role as a major trading center.
Bolzano’s most characteristic street, lined with arcades, historic façades, shops, and a lively city atmosphere.
The city’s social heart and a natural starting point for sightseeing, events, and old-town walks.
A compact historic center with arcades, colorful buildings, churches, and a distinctly Central European character.
Lightly smoked, cured ham from South Tyrol, typically served thinly sliced with rye bread or on a traditional platter. It is one of the region's signature products.
Bread dumplings typical of South Tyrol, often made with speck, cheese, or spinach and served in broth or with butter. They reflect the area's Tyrolean heritage.
Half-moon pasta filled traditionally with spinach and ricotta, usually dressed with melted butter and chives. A classic Alpine first course in the Bolzano area.
Elegant dining room in the historic Parkhotel Laurin, offering refined cuisine with strong regional roots and a more upscale atmosphere.
Historic restaurant in central Bolzano known for South Tyrolean classics such as dumplings, goulash, and seasonal regional dishes in a traditional setting.
Well-known beer hall and restaurant serving hearty local specialties and house beers in a lively, rustic atmosphere near the old town.
Moderate for Italy. Hotels can be pricier in peak seasons, but everyday dining and coffee are reasonable.
Service is often included or modest. Tipping is not mandatory; round up or leave 5-10% for very good service. Small tips for taxis are appreciated, but not expected.
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