How to travel from Innsbruck to Bolzano

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Compare train and bus for Innsbruck to Bolzano

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Innsbruck to Bolzano among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of kr111 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 2h 17m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of kr111, while a train costs an average of kr209.

Distance: 53 miles (86 km)

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kr209

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kr111

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Cheapest

kr314

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2h 29m

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1h 59m

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2h 17m

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1h 47m

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1h 55m

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Innsbruck to Bolzano is a bus with an average price of kr111.

This is compared to other travel options from Innsbruck to Bolzano:

A bus is kr98 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Innsbruck to Bolzano costing on average kr209.

The fastest way to travel from Innsbruck to Bolzano is by bus with an average journey time of 2h 17m.

Other travel options to Bolzano take longer:

Train takes on average 2h 29m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Innsbruck and Bolzano including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Innsbruck to Bolzano among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around kr209 compared to roughly kr314 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about kr105. The journey takes 1h 59m versus 1h 55m 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.

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from Innsbruck to Bolzano

How to get from Innsbruck to Bolzano by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

bus

The best way to travel from Innsbruck to Bolzano is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    8:30 PM1h55
    Innsbruck, Südbahnstraße
    10:25 PMBolzano, Via Bruno Buozzi (Bozen Süd)
    kr911One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    8:30 PM1h55
    Innsbruck, Südbahnstraße
    10:25 PMBolzano, Via Bruno Buozzi (Bozen Süd)
    kr911One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    5:25 AM1h40
    Innsbruck, Südbahnstraße
    7:05 AMBolzano, Via Bruno Buozzi (Bozen Süd)
    kr951One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • ÖBB | RailjetRJ 89
    5:30 PM1h57
    Innsbruck Hbf
    7:27 PMBolzano/Bozen
    kr1151One-way
    0 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnRJ 89
    5:30 PM1h57
    Innsbruck Hbf
    7:27 PMBolzano/Bozen
    kr1831One-way
    0 transfers
  • ÖBB | REXREX 1827
    5:49 AM2h04
    Innsbruck Hbf
    7:53 AMBolzano/Bozen
    kr2221One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    5:00 AM1h40
    Innsbruck, Südbahnstraße
    6:40 AMBolzano, Via Bruno Buozzi (Bozen Süd)
    kr951One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    7:25 AM1h45
    Innsbruck, Südbahnstraße
    9:10 AMBolzano, Via Bruno Buozzi (Bozen Süd)
    kr951One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    7:30 PM1h50
    Innsbruck, Südbahnstraße
    9:20 PMBolzano, Via Bruno Buozzi (Bozen Süd)
    kr951One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Innsbruck to Bolzano

Travel to Bolzano 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 Innsbruck to Bolzano.

FAQs
There are 2 options to travel between Innsbruck and Bolzano including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Innsbruck to Bolzano is a bus with an average price of kr111.

This is compared to other travel options from Innsbruck to Bolzano:

A bus is kr98 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Innsbruck to Bolzano costing on average kr209.

The fastest way to travel from Innsbruck to Bolzano is by bus with an average journey time of 2h 17m.

Other travel options to Bolzano take longer:

Train takes on average 2h 29m.

The distance from Innsbruck to Bolzano is approximately 53 miles (86 km).
The average frequency per day from Innsbruck to Bolzano is:
  • Around 12 buses per day.
  • Around 9 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Innsbruck and Bolzano as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Innsbruck to Bolzano:
  • Trains mostly depart from Innsbruck Hbf and arrive in Bolzano/Bozen.
  • Buses mostly depart from Innsbruck, Südbahnstraße and arrive in Bolzano, Via Bruno Buozzi (Bozen Süd).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Innsbruck to Bolzano, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar to go to Bolzano by bus.
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB | Regionalzug, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB, Regionale, ÖBB | REX, ÖBB, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) to go to Bolzano by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from Innsbruck to Bolzano with the following travel companies:
  • 12 direct buses per day with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar.
  • 4 direct trains per day with Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB | REX, ÖBB, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC).
Omio customers who travel from Innsbruck to Bolzano often also extend their vacation to go to Milan, Rome, Munich, Verona, Venice. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Bolzano and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Bolzano to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Bolzano, you can experience Bolzano's Christmas Market for local crafts and traditional foods during the holiday season, take a scenic cable car ride to Renon for Dolomite views, and explore the local food scene on a guided culinary tour. Enjoy a walk along the Talvera River promenade and visit vineyards for wine tasting. Key sights include the South Tyrol Museum of Archaeology, Piazza Walther, Runkelstein Castle, Bolzano Cathedral, and the Messner Mountain Museum.
Two to three days are ideal to explore Bolzano, allowing time to visit its main attractions such as the South Tyrol Museum of Archaeology, the medieval city center, and the surrounding Dolomite landscapes.

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