How to travel from Hamburg to Bologna

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from Hamburg to Bologna

You can get from Hamburg to Bologna by train, bus or flight.

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To get from Hamburg to Bologna on Mar 27 we recommend taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

09:45PMHamburg22h45 08:30PMBologna
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09:45PMHamburg22h45 08:30PMBologna
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10:10PMHamburg25h05 11:15PMBologna
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Travel Information to Bologna from Hamburg

distanceDistance629 miles (1014 km)
modeAvailable travel modesBus, flight or train
priceTicket price range$90 - $146
cheapestCheapest modeBus • $90 (€80) • 21 h 35 min
fastestFastest modeTrain • $136 (€120) • 13 h 45 min
carriersPopular travel companiesFlixbus, Vueling or Deutsche Bahn

Take a bus, flight or train to travel 629 miles (1014 km) to Bologna from Hamburg. If speed is a priority, then a train is the best option with an average duration of 13 h 45 min; whereas, if saving money is more important, then a bus is the best option with prices starting as low as $90 (€80). The most popular travel companies which serve this route are Flixbus, Vueling or Deutsche Bahn among others. Travelers can even take a direct bus, flight or train from Hamburg to Bologna.

Travel Tips: Travel from Hamburg to Bologna

Travel Tips: Travel 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 Hamburg to Bologna.
FAQs

International travel from Hamburg, Germany to Bologna, Italy is: Unrestricted.

Can I enter Italy if coming from Germany?

Entry into Italy is currently allowed for: Entry is unrestricted for citizens and permanent residents of Germany.

Am I required to self-quarantine upon arrival to Bologna if traveling from Hamburg?

Conditions of entry:

  • There are no current restrictions

What measures do I need to follow in Bologna, Italy due to the pandemic?

All travelers in Italy must observe the following coronavirus safety measures:

  • Social distance: 1.5 metre (s) (5 feet)
  • Face mask: Recommended

The information above was last checked on 3/8/23; however, this can change before your date of travel so please make sure to review the latest COVID-19 travel safety regulations   for your upcoming trip from Hamburg to Bologna.

The current restriction level for returning to Hamburg, Germany from Italy is: Unrestricted.

Am I allowed to reenter Hamburg, Germany from Bologna, Italy?

Reentering Germany is currently allowed for: Entry is unrestricted for citizens and permanent residents of Italy

Do I need to self-quarantine when I arrive back to Hamburg from Bologna?

  • There are no current restrictions

Which rules do I need to follow in Hamburg, Germany regarding COVID-19?

All travelers returning to Germany must observe the following safety measures to reduce the spread of COVID-19 in the country:

  • Physical distance: metre (s) ( feet)
  • Face masks: Mandatory

The information above was last checked on 3/22/23. We do our best to keep this information up-to-date, but regulations can change due to the nature of the coronavirus pandemic, so please double check the latest COVID-19 travel safety regulations ahead of your trip back to Hamburg from Bologna here.

You can travel to Bologna from Hamburg 3 different ways: bus, flight or train.

The cheapest way to get from Hamburg to Bologna is by taking a bus. You can find average ticket prices around $90 (€80) compared to other travel options to Bologna:

Taking a bus is usually $55 (€49) less than taking a flight to Bologna, which costs on average $146 (€129) for the same trip.

Taking a bus is about $45 (€40) less than taking a train, which costs on average $136 (€120) for this journey.

The fastest way to get to Bologna from Hamburg is by train with an average travel time of 13 h 45 min.

Other travel options to Bologna can usually take longer:

In comparison, getting to Bologna by bus can take on average 21 h 35 min.

In comparison, going by flight can take 16 h 15 min   on average.

The Hamburg to Bologna distance is around 629 miles (1014 km).

The average frequency per day from Hamburg to Bologna is:

  • 2 buses a day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your trip from Hamburg to Bologna as scheduled services by bus, flight or train can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Hamburg to Bologna:

  • Buses from Hamburg to Bologna most often leave from Hamburg, Bahnsteig Gleis 13 + 14 and arrive in Bologna, Piaza XX Settembre.
  • Flights most often depart from Hamburg at Hamburg Airport and arrive in Bologna at Bologna Airport.
  • Trains most often depart from Hamburg at Hamburg Hbf and arrive in Bologna at Bologna Centrale.

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Hamburg to Bologna, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:

  • Travel with Flixbus to go to Bologna by bus. For a good deal on tickets, you can find Flixbus Hamburg to Bologna tickets on Omio for $90 (€80).
  • Travel with Vueling for flights to Bologna. If you’re looking for a good deal on tickets, check for Vueling Hamburg to Bologna tickets on Omio for $146 (€129).
  • Deutsche Bahn can get you to Bologna by train. You can find a good deal for train tickets with Deutsche Bahn from Hamburg to Bologna for $136 (€120) on Omio.

Yes, there are direct routes from Hamburg to Bologna with the following travel companies:

  • You'll find direct buses with.
  • You can book a direct flight with.
  • You can travel directly by train with.

Direct services to Bologna tend to save you time and add more convenience as you won't need to transfer at another stop in between, so it's worth paying attention to before booking tickets for your route.

Many of our customers who book a trip from Hamburg to Bologna often extend their vacation and travel to other popular destinations like Milan, Florence or Rome. If you’re thinking of adding another destination to your Hamburg and Bologna itinerary, let Omio find you the best connections between Bologna and any of these top destinations today!

When planning your trip from Hamburg to Bologna, it’s good to keep in mind what tickets to purchase and their prices in the next 7 days:

  • Bus tickets cost $90 (€80) one way on average.
  • Plane tickets are costing on average $146 (€129) one way.
  • Train tickets are costing $136 (€120) one way on average.

However, we recommend buying tickets from Hamburg to Bologna online a few months in advance to get the best deals and save money on your upcoming journey.

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