The cheapest and fastest trains from Bologna Centrale to Berlin Hbf
Cheapest price
£92
Average price
£110
Fastest journey
12 h 20 m
Average duration
12 h 25 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
904 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bologna Centrale to Berlin Hbf is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bologna Centrale to Berlin Hbf will cost around £110 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £92.
Of the 2 trains that leave Bologna Centrale for Berlin Hbf 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 904 km distance in an average of 12 h 25 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 12 h 20 m .
The slowest trains will take 12 h 29 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 coach, flight and train for Bologna Centrale to Berlin Hbf
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bologna Centrale to Berlin Hbf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £45. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 19m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £45, and a flight costs an average of £18.
Distance: 904 km
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£128 Average Price | £130 Average Price | £78 Average Price Cheapest |
12h 16m Average total duration 11h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 19m Average total duration Fastest 2h 19m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 18h 23m Average total duration 17h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Bologna Centrale to Berlin Hbf train times
The table below shows live departures for Bologna Centrale to Berlin Hbf trains for today, Saturday 28 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 12:52 Bologna Centrale | 17h14 | 06:06 Berlin Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
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![]() | 06:45 Bologna Centrale | 12h20 | 19:05 Berlin Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bologna Centrale to Berlin Hbf
Trains from Bologna Centrale to Berlin Hbf run on average 4 times per day, taking around 11h 46m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £64 but you can travel from only £18 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 06:45, the last at 12:52. The fastest train covers the 904 km distance in 11h 38m.
Distance 904 km |
Average train duration 11h 46m |
Cheapest ticket price £64 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 11h 38m |
First train 06:45 |
Last train 12:52 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Bologna Centrale to Berlin Hbf trainsDeutsche Bahn trains will get you between Bologna Centrale and Berlin Hbf from £18. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
FAQs: Bologna Centrale to Berlin Hbf train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bologna Centrale to Berlin Hbf 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 Berlin Hbf, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Bologna Centrale and Berlin Hbf
- 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
- Mon - Sat: 07:00 - 22:00
- Sun: 08:00 - 22:00
- Free WiFi (30 minutes limit).
- Luggage lockers are located on Level 1 near Platforms 13/14.
- backWERK
- Burger King
- Costa Coffee
- Dunkin' Donuts
- Einstein Kaffee
- Le Crobag
- McDonald's
- Hans im Glück
- Pret A Manger
- Starbucks
- & many more
- Elevators, escalators, step-free access. Contact the Mobility Service Center at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
- MEININGER Hotel Berlin Hauptbahnhof
- IntercityHotel Berlin Hauptbahnhof
- Motel One Berlin Hauptbahnof
- Located on the ground level near the Europaplatz exit.
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