The cheapest and fastest trains from Bologna Centrale to Utrecht Centraal
Cheapest price
£100
Average price
£100
Fastest journey
18 h 6 m
Average duration
18 h 6 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
960 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bologna Centrale to Utrecht Centraal 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 Utrecht Centraal will cost around £100 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £100.
Of the 1 trains that leave Bologna Centrale for Utrecht Centraal every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 960 km distance in an average of 18 h 6 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 18 h 6 m .
The slowest trains will take 18 h 6 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, coach and flight for Bologna Centrale to Utrecht Centraal
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bologna Centrale to Utrecht Centraal among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £40. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 45m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £40, and a flight costs an average of £34.
Distance: 960 km
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£112 Average Price | £113 Average Price | £68 Average Price Cheapest |
14h 45m Average total duration 14h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 45m Average total duration Fastest 2h 45m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 24h 33m Average total duration 24h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Bologna Centrale to Utrecht Centraal train times
The table below shows live departures for Bologna Centrale to Utrecht Centraal trains for today, Tuesday 3 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 07:52 Bologna Centrale | 20h16 | 04:08 Utrecht Centraal | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bologna Centrale to Utrecht Centraal
Trains from Bologna Centrale to Utrecht Centraal run on average 2 times per day, taking around 14h 15m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £100 but you can travel from only £34 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 07:52, the last at 07:52. The fastest train covers the 960 km distance in 18h 6m.
Distance 960 km |
Average train duration 14h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price £100 |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 18h 6m |
First train 07:52 |
Last train 07:52 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Frecciarossa from Bologna Centrale to Utrecht Centraal trainsDeutsche Bahn, Frecciarossa trains will get you between Bologna Centrale and Utrecht Centraal from £34. 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.
Frecciarossa
FAQs: Bologna Centrale to Utrecht Centraal train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bologna Centrale to Utrecht Centraal 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 Utrecht Centraal, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Bologna Centrale and Utrecht Centraal
- 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 - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week. Access via Spoorstraat and Jaarbeursplein.
- Restaurant De Rechtbank
- Humphrey's Utrecht
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- €0.70
- Crowne Plaza Utrecht
- NH Utrecht
- Park Plaza Utrecht
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- 12,656 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-8 for international and regional trains
- Hall 2: domestic intercity and sprinter services
- Hall 3: tram and bus connections
- Tram: Line 22
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Domestic and international connections
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