The cheapest and fastest trains from Bologna to Berlin
Cheapest price
£304
Average price
£304
Fastest journey
11 h 31 m
Average duration
11 h 31 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
906 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bologna to Berlin is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bologna to Berlin will cost around £304 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £304.
To travel from Bologna to Berlin you need to make at least one change.
RJ 86 · ICE 10029:5211h31Bologna Centrale21:23Berlin Hbf£3041One-way1 change
RJ 86 · ICE 10029:5211h31Bologna Centrale21:23Berlin Hbf£3041One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare coach, flight and train for Bologna to Berlin
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Bologna to Berlin among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £43. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 15m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.3 - 0.8kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £43, and a flight costs an average of £17.
Distance: 906 km
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Coach |
|---|---|---|
£93 Average Price | £158 Average Price | £70 Average Price Cheapest |
7h 22m Average total duration 6h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 15m Average total duration Fastest 3h 15m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 18h 39m Average total duration 18h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.7 - 5.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.9 - 2.3kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Bologna to Berlin train times
The table below shows live departures for Bologna to Berlin trains for today, Thursday 9 April. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
RJ 82 · ICE 908 · ICE 2554 · S8 | On time 11:52 Bologna Centrale | 16h26 | 4:18 Berlin Hbf | 4 changes | |
RJ 82 · ICE 904 | On time 11:52 Bologna Centrale | 16h38 | 4:30 Berlin Hbf | 1 change | |
| Friday 10 April | |||||
RJ 86 · ICE 1002 | On time 7:52 Bologna Centrale | 11h31 | 19:23 Berlin Hbf | 1 change | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bologna to Berlin
Trains from Bologna to Berlin run on average 6 times per day, taking around 6h 52m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £37 but you can travel from only £17 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 00:20, the last at 23:34. The fastest train covers the 906 km distance in 11h 38m.
Distance 906 km |
Average train duration 6h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price £37 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 11h 38m |
First train 0:20 |
Last train 23:34 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Bologna to Berlin trainsDeutsche Bahn trains will get you between Bologna and Berlin from £17. 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 to Berlin train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bologna to Berlin 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Bologna and Berlin
- 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.
- Monday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Tuesday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Wednesday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Thursday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Friday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Saturday: 10:00 - 17:30
- Sunday: 10:00 - 17:30
- Biertempel 2
- McDonald's
- Eis Bär
- Cafe Mon Cherie
- Appartements Eisemann
- Monday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Tuesday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Wednesday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Thursday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Friday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Saturday: 10:00 - 17:30
- Sunday: 10:00 - 17:30
- Jäger & Lustig
- BLOCK HOUSE
- Pizza und Pasta
- Lang Van II
- Upstalsboom Hotel Friedrichshain
- Armony Hotel
- Nu hotel berlin
- Holiday Inn Berlin - City East Side
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