The cheapest and fastest trains from Bern to Bologna
Cheapest price
£102
Average price
£102
Fastest journey
6 h 22 m
Average duration
6 h 25 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
407 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bern to Bologna is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bern to Bologna will cost around £102 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £102.
Of the 2 trains that leave Bern for Bologna every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 407 km distance in an average of 6 h 25 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 22 m .
The slowest trains will take 6 h 28 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.




Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Bern to Bologna
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bern to Bologna among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £34. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 35m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £34, and a train costs an average of £49.
Distance: 407 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£96 Average Price | £61 Average Price Cheapest | £95 Average Price |
5h 39m Average total duration 5h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 56m Average total duration 8h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 35m Average total duration Fastest 4h 35m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Bern to Bologna train times
The table below shows live departures for Bern to Bologna trains for today, Sunday 30 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
EuroCity 61+ Intercity 609 | 06:34 Bern Hauptbahnhof | 6h22 | 12:56 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
EuroCity 61+ FRECCIAROSSA 9587 | 06:34 Bern Hauptbahnhof | 4h50 | 11:24 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
EuroCity 63+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9547 | 10:34 Bern Hauptbahnhof | 4h50 | 15:24 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
EuroCity 63+ Regionale Veloce TTPER 2471 | 10:34 Bern Hauptbahnhof | 6h38 | 17:12 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
EuroCity 65+ Regionale Veloce TTPER 2475 | 12:34 Bern Hauptbahnhof | 6h48 | 19:22 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
EuroCity 65+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9555 | 12:34 Bern Hauptbahnhof | 4h50 | 17:24 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bern to Bologna
Trains from Bern to Bologna run on average 5 times per day, taking around 5h 9m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £49 but you can travel from only £34 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:06, the last at 18:34. The fastest train covers the 407 km distance in 5h 59m.
Distance 407 km |
Average train duration 5h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price £49 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 5h 59m |
First train 05:06 |
Last train 18:34 |
Train companies: Trenitalia, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) from Bern to Bologna trainsTrenitalia, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) trains will get you between Bern and Bologna from £34. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Bern to Bologna train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bern to Bologna 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Bern and Bologna
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, 24 hours a day. Access via Parkterrasse or Schanzenstrasse.
- Restaurant Lötschberg
- Tibits Bern Gurtengasse
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- CHF 1
- Hotel Schweizerhof Bern & Spa
- Hotel Savoy Bern
- Best Western Plus Hotel Bern
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- 1,000 places, mostly covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-12 for long-distance and regional trains
- Hall 2: S-Bahn platforms
- Hall 3: Tram and bus connections
- Tram: Line 3, Line 6, Line 7, Line 8, Line 9
- Bus: Several lines available
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00
- Free Wi-Fi.
- Luggage facility, open daily from 07:00 to 22:00, is located in front of binario 7 Ovest (Track 7 West).
- Burger King
- A Cafè
- VyTA Boulangerie
- Venchi
- Scambio
- Juice Bar
- KFC
- Dispensa Emilia
- Lavazza
- Mokà
- & more
- 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.
- Starhotels Excelsior
- Millenn Hotel Bologna
- UNA Hotels
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00
- Customer service center is on the ground floor and open every day from 06:30 to 23:00.
- Bus lines: 21, 25, 30, 36, 61, 62, 77, BLQ
- Monorail lines: Marconi Express
- Train lines: FR, FA, FB, IC, ICN, R, Italo, ÖBB EC, EN
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available near the station with several spaces for short-term and long-term parking.
- Ristorante Il Patio
- Trattoria Bonora
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Flyon Hotel
- Hotel Bologna Airport
- Hotel Del Borgo
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and platforms
- Hall 2: waiting area and restrooms
- Bus: Several lines available connecting to Bologna city center
- Taxi services available
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