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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Zug to Bologna Centrale
Cheapest price on Sep 20
€188
Average ticket price on Sep 20
€188
Fastest journey on Sep 20
4 h 24 m
Average journey duration on Sep 20
4 h 38 m
Trains on Sep 20
5
Distance
369 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Zug 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 Zug to Bologna Centrale will cost around €188 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €188.
It's difficult to get from Zug to Bologna Centrale without transferring at least 2 times.
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7:30 AM4h34Zug12:04 PMBologna Centrale€1881One-way2 transfers- 8:00 AM4h54Zug12:54 PMBologna Centrale€1881One-way2 transfers
- 9:30 AM4h24Zug1:54 PMBologna Centrale€1881One-way2 transfers
- 10:00 AM4h54Zug2:54 PMBologna Centrale€1881One-way2 transfers
- 11:30 AM4h24Zug3:54 PMBologna Centrale€1881One-way2 transfers
- 9:30 AM4h24Zug1:54 PMBologna Centrale€1881One-way2 transfers
- 11:30 AM4h24Zug3:54 PMBologna Centrale€1881One-way2 transfers
- 7:30 AM4h34Zug12:04 PMBologna Centrale€1881One-way2 transfers
- 8:00 AM4h54Zug12:54 PMBologna Centrale€1881One-way2 transfers
- 10:00 AM4h54Zug2:54 PMBologna Centrale€1881One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train for Zug to Bologna Centrale
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Zug to Bologna Centrale among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €39 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 11m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €39, while a flight costs an average of €697.
Distance: 229 miles (369 km)
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€86 Average price | €697 Average price | €39 Average price Cheapest | €85 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 54m Average total duration 4h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 11m Average total duration Fastest 2h 11m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 8h 45m Average total duration 8h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 21m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company |  Most popular airline |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Zug to Bologna Centrale:
A bus is €47 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Zug to Bologna Centrale costing on average €86.
A bus is €658 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Zug to Bologna Centrale costing on average €697.
Other travel options to Bologna Centrale take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 24m.
Bus takes on average 8h 15m.
You'll arrive about 57m sooner (4h 24m by train vs 5h 21m by car). Tickets start at around €86 compared to roughly €85 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.
Direct services run with Trenitalia.
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
Zug to Bologna Centrale train times
The table below shows live departures for Zug to Bologna Centrale trains for today, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7:30 AM Zug | 4h34 | 12:04 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
| 8:00 AM Zug | 4h54 | 12:54 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
| 9:30 AM Zug | 4h24 | 1:54 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
| 10:00 AM Zug | 4h54 | 2:54 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
| 11:30 AM Zug | 4h24 | 3:54 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
| 12:00 PM Zug | 4h54 | 4:54 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
| 1:30 PM Zug | 4h24 | 5:54 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
| 2:00 PM Zug | 4h49 | 6:49 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
| 3:30 PM Zug | 4h24 | 7:54 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
| 4:00 PM Zug | 4h54 | 8:54 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
| 5:30 PM Zug | 4h24 | 9:54 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
| 8:00 PM Zug | 11h49 | 7:49 AM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
| 11:30 PM Zug | 9h19 | 8:49 AM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Zug to Bologna Centrale
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Trains from Zug to Bologna Centrale run on average 42 times per day, taking around 4h 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €43 but you can travel from only €37 by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 07:30, the last at 23:30. The fastest train covers the 229 miles (369 km) distance in 3h 54m.
Distance 229 miles (369 km) |
Average train duration 4h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price €43 |
Trains per day 42 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 3h 54m |
First train 7:30 AM |
Last train 11:30 PM |
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Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Train companies: Trenitalia, Regionale from Zug to Bologna Centrale trainsTrenitalia, Regionale trains will get you between Zug and Bologna Centrale from €37. 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 Zug to Bologna Centrale
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zug 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 Zug to Bologna Centrale
Most Zug to Bologna Centrale trains use the Zug to Bologna Centrale station pair. Use this guide to compare Zug and Bologna Centrale train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Zug from Zug city centre
Zug train station facilities and services
Zug has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Schiff, Restaurant Theater Casino Zug
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Zug. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Zug. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Zug: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Zug: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Zug: Ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Parkhotel Zug, City-Hotel Ochsen, Hotel Löwen am See.
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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