- Must visit
Museo Archeologico dell'Alto Adige
Archaeology museum housing Ötzi the Iceman and exhibits on Alpine prehistory. The city’s signature museum and a key cultural stop.
Cheapest price
£30
Average price
£40
Fastest journey
5 h 53 m
Average duration
6 h 24 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
364 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Ancona to Bolzano is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ancona to Bolzano will cost around £40 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £30.
Of the 6 trains that leave Ancona for Bolzano every day 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 364 km distance in an average of 6 h 24 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 53 m .
The slowest trains will take 6 h 45 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.










Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Ancona to Bolzano among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £19. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 15m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £19, and a flight costs an average of £357.
Distance: 364 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£37 Average Price Cheapest | £38 Average Price | £483 Average Price |
5h 45m Average total duration Fastest 5h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 22m Average total duration 7h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 18h 5m Average total duration 16h 5m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The table below shows live departures for Ancona to Bolzano trains for today, Friday 28 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FRECCIAROSSA 8506+ Regionale 17115+ Intercity 604 | 8:38 Ancona station | 5h32 | 14:10 Kaiserau | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8506+ Regionale 17115+ Intercity 604 | 8:38 Ancona station | 5h29 | 14:07 Bolzano Sud Bozen Sud | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8506+ Intercity 604 | 8:38 Ancona station | 5h10 | 13:48 Bolzano/Bozen | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3910 · Regionale 3842 · Regionale 17155 | 8:45 Ancona station | 7h25 | 16:10 Kaiserau | 2 changes | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3910 · Regionale 3842 | 8:45 Ancona station | 6h45 | 15:30 Bolzano/Bozen | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3910 · Regionale 3842 · Regionale SAD 22435 | 8:45 Ancona station | 6h54 | 15:39 Bolzano Sud Bozen Sud | 2 changes | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3914 · Regionale Veloce 3844 | 10:45 Ancona station | 6h45 | 17:30 Bolzano/Bozen | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3914 · Regionale Veloce 3844 · Regionale SAD 22439 | 10:45 Ancona station | 6h54 | 17:39 Bolzano Sud Bozen Sud | 2 changes | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3914 · Regionale Veloce 3844 · Regionale 17159 | 10:45 Ancona station | 7h25 | 18:10 Kaiserau | 2 changes | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3918 · Regionale Veloce 3846 · Regionale 17179 | 12:45 Ancona station | 7h25 | 20:10 Kaiserau | 2 changes | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3918 · Regionale Veloce 3846 | 12:45 Ancona station | 6h45 | 19:30 Bolzano/Bozen | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3918 · Regionale Veloce 3846 · Regionale SAD 22443 | 12:45 Ancona station | 6h54 | 19:39 Bolzano Sud Bozen Sud | 2 changes | |
Intercity 610+ Regionale 17117 | 14:38 Ancona station | 6h32 | 21:10 Kaiserau | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8520+ Intercity 610 | 14:38 Ancona station | 5h20 | 19:58 Bolzano/Bozen | 1 change | |
Intercity 610 | 14:38 Ancona station | 5h53 | 20:31 Bolzano/Bozen | 0 changesdirect | |
Intercity 610+ Regionale 17117 | 14:38 Ancona station | 6h29 | 21:07 Bolzano Sud Bozen Sud | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3922 · Regionale Veloce 3848 · Regionale SAD 16719 | 14:45 Ancona station | 7h25 | 22:10 Kaiserau | 2 changes | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3922 · Regionale Veloce 3848 | 14:45 Ancona station | 6h45 | 21:30 Bolzano/Bozen | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3922 · Regionale Veloce 3848 · Regionale SAD 16719 | 14:45 Ancona station | 7h22 | 22:07 Bolzano Sud Bozen Sud | 2 changes | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3926 · Regionale Veloce 3760 | 16:45 Ancona station | 6h54 | 23:39 Bolzano/Bozen | 1 change | |
![]() | 2:45 Ancona | 6h52 | 9:37 Bolzano | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Ancona to Bolzano run on average 33 times per day, taking around 5h 15m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £19 if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:06, the last at 21:30. The fastest train covers the 364 km distance in 5h 8m.
Distance 364 km |
Average train duration 5h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price £19 |
Trains per day 33 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 5h 8m |
First train 3:06 |
Last train 21:30 |
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Cheapest Day Thu |
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Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Best time to book 28 days |
Discover the best of Bolzano — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Bolzano trip today.
Archaeology museum housing Ötzi the Iceman and exhibits on Alpine prehistory. The city’s signature museum and a key cultural stop.
Modern and contemporary art museum with rotating exhibitions in a striking glass-fronted building. Good for current regional art scenes.
Museum in Castel Mareccio exploring South Tyrolean natural history, landscapes and archaeology. A strong all-round introduction to the region.
Bolzano’s main square, framed by historic buildings and cafés, with the cathedral close by. Ideal for people-watching and orientation.
Arcaded medieval street lined with shops and historic façades. One of the best places to experience the character of the old town.
Riverside promenade and park area popular for walking and relaxing. A pleasant green break close to the urban centre.
Buckwheat dumplings filled with spinach and ricotta, often baked with butter and Parmesan. A South Tyrolean staple linking Alpine and Italian cooking.
Bread dumplings made from stale bread, milk and eggs, served in broth or with butter. One of the region’s most traditional comfort dishes.
A peasant barley soup usually enriched with smoked meat, vegetables and herbs. It is a classic mountain dish in South Tyrol.
Elegant restaurant in Bolzano’s centre focused on refined regional cooking, with a calm dining room and a strong local wine selection.
Traditional South Tyrolean restaurant near the centre, known for canederli, Schlutzkrapfen and seasonal local dishes in a warm alpine setting.
Historic beer hall and restaurant serving hearty Tyrolean plates and house beers in a lively, classic wood-panelled atmosphere.
Moderate for northern Italy: hotels and dining are pricier than smaller towns, but local buses and trains are reasonable for visitors.
Service is often included. Round up or leave 5-10% for good restaurant service. Taxis are usually rounded up. In cafés, leaving small change is appreciated.
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Bolzano/Bozen railway station -> Bolzano/Bozen railway station
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ancona to Bolzano 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 Bolzano, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Ancona to Bolzano trains use the Ancona to Bolzano-Bozen station pair, with some services arriving at Bolzano Sud Bozen Sud. Use this guide to compare Ancona and Bolzano train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Ancona is 1 km from Ancona city centre. Public transport options include:
Ancona 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 options include: Little Italy, Trattoria da Nordio
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Ancona. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Ancona. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Ancona: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Ancona: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Ancona: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include NH Ancona, Grand Hotel Palace, SeePort Hotel.
Varano is 2 km from Ancona city centre. Public transport options include:
Varano has practical services for this route, including Dining, ATM, Accessibility and WC.
Food and drink options are available at Varano.
ATMs are available at Varano.
Available at Varano: WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Varano.
Bolzano-Bozen is 1 km from Bolzano city centre. Public transport options include:
Bolzano-Bozen has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Laurin, Restaurant Anita
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Bolzano-Bozen. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Bolzano-Bozen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bolzano-Bozen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bolzano-Bozen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bolzano-Bozen: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Parkhotel Laurin, Hotel Greif, Four Points by Sheraton Bolzano.
Bolzano Sud Bozen Sud is 2 km from Bolzano city centre. Public transport options include:
Bolzano Sud Bozen Sud has practical services for this route, including Parking, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Ticket office support is available at Bolzano Sud Bozen Sud.
Available at Bolzano Sud Bozen Sud: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bolzano Sud Bozen Sud: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bolzano Sud Bozen Sud: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Kaiserau is 1 km from Bolzano city centre. Public transport options include:
Kaiserau has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Kaiserau.
ATMs are available at Kaiserau.
Available at Kaiserau: Parking, WC.
Available at Kaiserau: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Kaiserau.
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