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Cheap train tickets from Zurich to Bologna

Showing times and prices for Dec 15

Cheapest

$124

Average

$124

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Zurich to Bologna is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

Cheapest

EuroCity 119

03:33PM6h37

Zurich HB

10:10PMBologna Centrale

$1241One-way

1 transfer

Cheapest

EuroCity 151

12:33PM6h37

Zurich HB

07:10PMBologna Centrale

$1241One-way

2 transfers

Cheapest

EuroCity 13

09:33AM6h37

Zurich HB

04:10PMBologna Centrale

$1241One-way

1 transfer

Cheapest

EuroCity 11

07:33AM6h37

Zurich HB

02:10PMBologna Centrale

$1241One-way

1 transfer

Cheapest

EuroCity 33

08:33AM6h37

Zurich HB

03:10PMBologna Centrale

$1241One-way

2 transfers

Zurich to Bologna train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Sunday, December 15

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Transfers
Frecciarossa EuroCity 31	06:33AM Zurich HB	5h09	11:42AM Bologna Centrale	1 transfer
Trenitalia EuroCity 31	06:33AM Zurich HB	12h41	07:14PM Bologna Centrale	2 transfers
Trenitalia EuroCity 31	06:33AM Zurich HB	5h57	12:30PM Bologna Centrale	0 transfersDirect
Trenitalia EuroCity 31	06:33AM Zurich HB	8h41	03:14PM Bologna Centrale	2 transfers
Frecciarossa EuroCity 11	07:33AM Zurich HB	4h51	12:24PM Bologna Centrale	1 transfer
Trenitalia EuroCity 11	07:33AM Zurich HB	5h21	12:54PM Bologna Centrale	1 transfer
Trenitalia EuroCity 11	07:33AM Zurich HB	6h21	01:54PM Bologna Centrale	1 transfer
Trenitalia EuroCity 11	07:33AM Zurich HB	6h37	02:10PM Bologna Centrale	1 transfer
Trenitalia EuroCity 11	07:33AM Zurich HB	7h41	03:14PM Bologna Centrale	2 transfers
Trenitalia EuroCity 33	08:33AM Zurich HB	6h51	03:24PM Bologna Centrale	1 transfer
Frecciarossa EuroCity 33	08:33AM Zurich HB	4h51	01:24PM Bologna Centrale	1 transfer
Trenitalia EuroCity 33	08:33AM Zurich HB	6h21	02:54PM Bologna Centrale	1 transfer
Trenitalia EuroCity 33	08:33AM Zurich HB	6h41	03:14PM Bologna Centrale	1 transfer
Trenitalia EuroCity 33	08:33AM Zurich HB	5h21	01:54PM Bologna Centrale	1 transfer
Trenitalia EuroCity 33	08:33AM Zurich HB	6h37	03:10PM Bologna Centrale	2 transfers
Trenitalia EuroCity 13	09:33AM Zurich HB	7h21	04:54PM Bologna Centrale	1 transfer
Trenitalia EuroCity 13	09:33AM Zurich HB	6h21	03:54PM Bologna Centrale	1 transfer
Frecciarossa EuroCity 13	09:33AM Zurich HB	4h51	02:24PM Bologna Centrale	1 transfer
Trenitalia EuroCity 13	09:33AM Zurich HB	6h37	04:10PM Bologna Centrale	1 transfer
Trenitalia EuroCity 13	09:33AM Zurich HB	5h21	02:54PM Bologna Centrale	1 transfer
Trenitalia EuroCity 35	10:33AM Zurich HB	8h41	07:14PM Bologna Centrale	2 transfers
Frecciarossa EuroCity 35	10:33AM Zurich HB	4h51	03:24PM Bologna Centrale	1 transfer
Frecciarossa EuroCity 15	11:33AM Zurich HB	4h51	04:24PM Bologna Centrale	1 transfer
Trenitalia EuroCity 15	11:33AM Zurich HB	5h21	04:54PM Bologna Centrale	1 transfer
Trenitalia EuroCity 15	11:33AM Zurich HB	7h16	06:49PM Bologna Centrale	1 transfer
Trenitalia EuroCity 15	11:33AM Zurich HB	7h41	07:14PM Bologna Centrale	2 transfers
Trenitalia EuroCity 15	11:33AM Zurich HB	6h19	05:52PM Bologna Centrale	1 transfer
Frecciarossa EuroCity 151	12:33PM Zurich HB	4h51	05:24PM Bologna Centrale	1 transfer
Trenitalia EuroCity 151	12:33PM Zurich HB	7h16	07:49PM Bologna Centrale	1 transfer
Trenitalia EuroCity 151	12:33PM Zurich HB	6h37	07:10PM Bologna Centrale	2 transfers
Trenitalia EuroCity 151	12:33PM Zurich HB	5h21	05:54PM Bologna Centrale	1 transfer
Trenitalia EuroCity 151	12:33PM Zurich HB	6h16	06:49PM Bologna Centrale	1 transfer
Trenitalia EuroCity 117	01:33PM Zurich HB	6h16	07:49PM Bologna Centrale	1 transfer
Trenitalia EuroCity 117	01:33PM Zurich HB	6h29	08:02PM Bologna Centrale	1 transfer
Trenitalia EuroCity 117	01:33PM Zurich HB	5h21	06:54PM Bologna Centrale	1 transfer
Frecciarossa EuroCity 117	01:33PM Zurich HB	4h51	06:24PM Bologna Centrale	1 transfer
Trenitalia EuroCity 117	01:33PM Zurich HB	5h16	06:49PM Bologna Centrale	1 transfer
Trenitalia EuroCity 119	03:33PM Zurich HB	6h37	10:10PM Bologna Centrale	1 transfer
Trenitalia EuroCity 119	03:33PM Zurich HB	6h21	09:54PM Bologna Centrale	1 transfer
Frecciarossa EuroCity 119	03:33PM Zurich HB	4h51	08:24PM Bologna Centrale	1 transfer
Trenitalia EuroCity 119	03:33PM Zurich HB	5h21	08:54PM Bologna Centrale	1 transfer
Trenitalia EuroCity 21	05:33PM Zurich HB	6h02	11:35PM Bologna Centrale	1 transfer
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How far in advance should I book train tickets from Zurich to Bologna?

The best time to book your train from Zurich to Bologna is 56 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Zurich to Bologna route.

Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Zurich to Bologna per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from Zurich to Bologna.

Trains

from $76

Buses

from $43

Flights

from $182

Fastest train times from Zurich to Bologna

Showing times and prices for Dec 15

Fastest Journey

4 h 51 m

Average

6 h 16 m

Trains per day

Distance

385 km

Of the 42 trains that leave Zurich for Bologna every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

Fastest

EuroCity 33

08:33AM4h51

Zurich HB

01:24PMBologna Centrale

$1661One-way

1 transfer

Fastest

EuroCity 15

11:33AM4h51

Zurich HB

04:24PMBologna Centrale

$1611One-way

1 transfer

Fastest

EuroCity 13

09:33AM4h51

Zurich HB

02:24PMBologna Centrale

$1611One-way

1 transfer

Fastest

EuroCity 11

07:33AM4h51

Zurich HB

12:24PMBologna Centrale

$1661One-way

1 transfer

Fastest

EuroCity 151

12:33PM4h51

Zurich HB

05:24PMBologna Centrale

$1661One-way

1 transfer

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Zurich to Bologna

Trains from Zurich to Bologna run on average 14 times per day, taking around 6h 41m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $53 (€48) but you can travel from only $36 (€32) by bus.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Bus from $36 (€32)

Distance

239 miles (385 km)

Average train duration

6h 41m

Cheapest ticket price

$53 (€48)

Trains per day

Train providers

Fastest train

5h 57m

First train

00:02

Last train

20:50

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Bus from $36 (€32)

Train providers: Trenitalia, SBB and Regionale from Zurich to Bologna trains

For as little as $56 (€50) you can travel by train between Zurich and Bologna with Trenitalia, SBB and Regionale. Omio will show you the best deals, schedules and tickets available for this journey.

Trenitalia train tickets to Bologna from Zurich are available on Omio for as little as $56 (€50). Trenitalia is Italy’s national train company with a huge fleet of trains offering different levels of comfort, amenities and speed at which they travel. The company's flagship trains are the high-speed Frecciarossa, Frecciargento and Frecciabianca. Trenitalia also operates trains such as the Eurocity (EC), Euronotte (EN), InterCity (IC), InterCitynotte (ICN), as well as the Regionale Veloce (RV), Regionale (R), Suburbano (S) and Metropolitano (M). Bathrooms and WiFi access are standard on long-distance train routes. In most cases, the trains also provide barrier-free access.

Trenitalia offers three different ticket types to fit anyone’s budget, such as the Base, Economy, Super Economy and Ordinaria tickets. Trenitalia also has discount and loyalty cards for qualified travelers, which you can use on Omio. When traveling on a Trenitalia train to Bologna from Zurich, you can expect to travel 239 miles (385 km). Check Trenitalia’s train schedules and tickets for the Zurich to Bologna route and book your cheap ticket on Omio today!

Train information from Zurich to Bologna with Trenitalia:

Average Duration: 6 h 3 min
Cheapest Price: $56

Regionale is the regional train service of national carrier Trenitalia connecting all of Italy. It is the most convinient way to travel to both big cities and the smallest villages all over the Italian country. The regional trains have different names depending on the region they serve, such as Treno Regionale Veloce (TRV) and Treno Regionale Lento (TRL). Treno Rock and Treno pop are the two new trains part of Trenitalia regionale fleet. Trenitalia Regionale offers a variety of ticket types, including single tickets (economy and standard), return tickets, and season tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, air conditioning, and power sockets. The most popular routes for Regionale are between Rome and Milan, Naples and Florence, and Turin and Venice.

FAQs: Trains from Zurich to Bologna

FAQs: Travel by train from Zurich to Bologna easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Zurich to Bologna.

Cheap train tickets from Zurich to Bologna can start from as little as $53 (€48) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Zurich to Bologna is $86 (€77); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

On average the Zurich to Bologna train travel time is 5 h 57 min for the 239 mile (385 km) long journey, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Zurich to Bologna leaves at 12: 02 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Zurich to Bologna leaves at 8: 50 PM.

There are 14 trains a day from Zurich to Bologna which require at least one change with Trenitalia. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.

For the best Zurich to Bologna train to purchase, you can travel safely and comfortably with Trenitalia. However, it's always good to check all possible train companies with services between Zurich and Bologna to compare what amenities they may offer.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 8: 50 PM.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Zurich HB, which is located around 1.4 miles (2.2 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Bologna Centrale, located 1.6 miles (2.5 km) away from the city centre.

The cheapest month to travel from Zurich to Bologna by train is December.

You have options as you can travel between Zurich and Bologna 3 different ways: bus, train or flight.

Popular train stations from Zurich to Bologna

Zurich

Bologna

The major train station for departures in Zurich is Zürich HB. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Zürich HB for your trip from Zurich to Bologna.

Zürich HB