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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Birmingham to Bologna
Cheapest price
£353
Average price
£353
Fastest journey
22 h 2 m
Average duration
22 h 2 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
1316 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Birmingham to Bologna is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Birmingham to Bologna will cost around £353 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £353.
To travel from Birmingham to Bologna you need to make at least 4 changes.
9:4722h02Birmingham7:49Bologna£3531One-way4 changes
- 9:4722h02Birmingham7:49Bologna£3531One-way4 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, flight and coach for Birmingham to Bologna
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Birmingham to Bologna among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £87. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 1m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £87, and a train costs an average of £353.
Distance: 1316 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£353 Average Price | £136 Average Price Cheapest | £185 Average Price |
22h 37m Average total duration 22h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 28h 7m Average total duration 27h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 1m Average total duration Fastest 3h 1m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Birmingham to Bologna train times
The table below shows live departures for Birmingham to Bologna trains for today, Thursday 18 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18:21 Birmingham | 21h33 | 15:54 Bologna | 4 changes | |
| Friday 19 June | |||||
| 9:47 Birmingham | 22h02 | 7:49 Bologna | 4 changes | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Birmingham to Bologna
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Trains from Birmingham to Bologna run on average 1 times per day, taking around 22h 7m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £353 but you can travel from only £71 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 04:25, the last at 17:56. The fastest train covers the 1316 km distance in 21h 7m.
Distance 1316 km |
Average train duration 22h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price £353 |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 21h 7m |
First train 4:25 |
Last train 17:56 |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast from Birmingham to Bologna trainsAvanti West Coast trains will get you between Birmingham and Bologna from £71. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Birmingham to Bologna train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham 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.
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