- Must visit
Museo di Santa Giulia
Museum complex in a former monastery with Roman remains, sacred art and local history. A top choice for understanding Brescia across many periods.
Cheapest price on 29 Aug
£14
Average ticket price on 29 Aug
£32
Fastest journey on 29 Aug
1 h 44 m
Average journey duration on 29 Aug
1 h 46 m
Trains on 29 Aug
69
Distance
144 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bologna to Brescia is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bologna to Brescia will cost around £32 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £14.
On Sat 29 Aug, we found 69 trains from Bologna to Brescia, including 5 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 144 km distance in an average of 1 h 46 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 44 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 47 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.
Regionale Veloce 3844 · Regionale TRENORD 2636
Regionale Veloce 3846 · Regionale TRENORD 2640
Regionale Veloce 3850 · Regionale TRENORD 2632
Regionale Veloce 3848 · Regionale TRENORD 2644
Regionale Veloce 3840 · Regionale TRENORD 2628
FRECCIAROSSA 8508
FRECCIAROSSA 8528
8960
8956
8968Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bologna to Brescia among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £8 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 51m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £8, while a train costs an average of £14.
Distance: 144 km
Most popular Train | Coach |
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£14 Average Price | £8 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 51m Average total duration Fastest 2h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 29m Average total duration 2h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The table below shows live departures for Bologna to Brescia trains for today, Friday 28 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3916 · Regionale TRENORD 10834 | 14:33 Bologna Centrale | 3h34 | 18:07 Brescia station | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9532 · FRECCIAROSSA 9747 | 14:36 Bologna Centrale | 2h45 | 17:21 Brescia station | 1 change | |
8960 | 14:46 Bologna Centrale | 1h47 | 16:33 Brescia station | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9420 · FRECCIAROSSA 9744 | 15:01 Bologna Centrale | 2h36 | 17:37 Brescia station | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9420 · FRECCIAROSSA 9744+ S31 TRENORD 20960 | 15:01 Bologna Centrale | 2h48 | 17:49 Brescia Borgo San Giovanni | 2 changes | |
Intercity 608+ Regionale TRENORD 10834 | 15:04 Bologna Centrale | 3h03 | 18:07 Brescia station | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9584 · FRECCIAROSSA 9751 | 15:36 Bologna Centrale | 2h45 | 18:21 Brescia station | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 3846 · Regionale TRENORD 2640 | 16:10 Bologna Centrale | 2h16 | 18:26 Brescia station | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 3846 · Regionale TRENORD 2640 · S31 TRENORD 20964 | 16:10 Bologna Centrale | 2h39 | 18:49 Brescia Borgo San Giovanni | 2 changes | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3920 · Regionale TRENORD 10838 | 16:33 Bologna Centrale | 3h34 | 20:07 Brescia station | 1 change | |
Intercity 610+ Regionale TRENORD 2642 · S31 TRENORD 20968 | 17:03 Bologna Centrale | 2h46 | 19:49 Brescia Borgo San Giovanni | 2 changes | |
Intercity 610+ Regionale TRENORD 2642 | 17:03 Bologna Centrale | 2h23 | 19:26 Brescia station | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8520 · FRECCIAROSSA 9750 | 17:16 Bologna Centrale | 1h51 | 19:07 Brescia station | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 3848 · Regionale TRENORD 2644 | 18:10 Bologna Centrale | 2h16 | 20:26 Brescia station | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 3848 · Regionale TRENORD 2644 · S31 TRENORD 20972 | 18:10 Bologna Centrale | 2h39 | 20:49 Brescia Borgo San Giovanni | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9588 · FRECCIAROSSA 9763 | 18:36 Bologna Centrale | 2h45 | 21:21 Brescia station | 1 change | |
Regionale 16038 · OROBICA LINE TTPER 18126 | 19:10 Bologna Centrale | 2h47 | 21:57 Brescia station | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8524 · FRECCIAROSSA 9762+ S31 TRENORD 20976 | 19:16 Bologna Centrale | 2h33 | 21:49 Brescia Borgo San Giovanni | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8524+ Regionale TRENORD 2646 | 19:16 Bologna Centrale | 2h10 | 21:26 Brescia station | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 3760 · Regionale TRENORD 2648 | 20:05 Bologna Centrale | 2h21 | 22:26 Brescia station | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8526+ Regionale TRENORD 2648 | 20:16 Bologna Centrale | 2h10 | 22:26 Brescia station | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3928 · Regionale 2296 · Regionale TRENORD 10911 | 20:33 Bologna Centrale | 5h02 | 1:35 Brescia station | 2 changes | |
Intercity 614+ Regionale TRENORD 10911 | 21:04 Bologna Centrale | 4h31 | 1:35 Brescia station | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8528 | 21:16 Bologna Centrale | 1h44 | 23:00 Brescia station | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9560+ Regionale TRENORD 2647 | 21:36 Bologna Centrale | 2h55 | 0:31 Brescia station | 1 change | |
8968 | 21:46 Bologna Centrale | 1h47 | 23:33 Brescia station | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 89816+ Regionale TRENORD 10911 | 22:38 Bologna Centrale | 2h57 | 1:35 Brescia station | 1 change | |
| Saturday 29 August | |||||
Regionale TTPER 2066 · Regionale TRENORD 10814 | 5:00 Bologna Centrale | 3h07 | 8:07 Brescia station | 1 change | |
Regionale TTPER 2066 · Regionale TRENORD 10814 · S31 TRENORD 20924 | 5:00 Bologna Centrale | 3h49 | 8:49 Brescia Borgo San Giovanni | 2 changes | |
InterCityNotte 752+ Regionale TRENORD 10814 | 5:06 Bologna Centrale | 3h01 | 8:07 Brescia station | 1 change | |
InterCityNotte 752+ Regionale TRENORD 2615 · S31 TRENORD 20924 | 5:06 Bologna Centrale | 3h43 | 8:49 Brescia Borgo San Giovanni | 2 changes | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2458 · Regionale TRENORD 10816 | 5:53 Bologna Centrale | 3h14 | 9:07 Brescia station | 1 change | |
Regionale 16032+ FRECCIAROSSA 9706+ S31 TRENORD 20924 | 6:05 Bologna Centrale | 2h44 | 8:49 Brescia Borgo San Giovanni | 2 changes | |
Regionale 16032+ FRECCIAROSSA 9706 | 6:05 Bologna Centrale | 2h32 | 8:37 Brescia station | 1 change | |
Regionale 16032 · Regionale TRENORD 2622 · S31 TRENORD 20928 | 6:05 Bologna Centrale | 3h44 | 9:49 Brescia Borgo San Giovanni | 2 changes | |
Regionale 16032 · Regionale TRENORD 2622 | 6:05 Bologna Centrale | 3h21 | 9:26 Brescia station | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2460 · Regionale TRENORD 10818 | 6:58 Bologna Centrale | 3h09 | 10:07 Brescia station | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 3458 · Regionale TRENORD 2624 | 7:10 Bologna Centrale | 3h16 | 10:26 Brescia station | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 3458 · Regionale TRENORD 2624 · S31 TRENORD 20932 | 7:10 Bologna Centrale | 3h39 | 10:49 Brescia Borgo San Giovanni | 2 changes | |
Regionale Veloce 3466 · Regionale TRENORD 2626 | 8:10 Bologna Centrale | 3h16 | 11:26 Brescia station | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 3466+ FRECCIAROSSA 9718+ S31 TRENORD 20932 | 8:10 Bologna Centrale | 2h39 | 10:49 Brescia Borgo San Giovanni | 2 changes | |
Regionale Veloce 3466 · Regionale TRENORD 2626 · S31 TRENORD 20936 | 8:10 Bologna Centrale | 3h39 | 11:49 Brescia Borgo San Giovanni | 2 changes | |
Regionale Veloce 3466+ FRECCIAROSSA 9718 | 8:10 Bologna Centrale | 2h27 | 10:37 Brescia station | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 3904 · Regionale TRENORD 10822 | 8:33 Bologna Centrale | 3h34 | 12:07 Brescia station | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9608 · FRECCIAROSSA 9709 | 8:56 Bologna Centrale | 2h25 | 11:21 Brescia station | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8502+ Regionale TRENORD 2626 · S31 TRENORD 20936 | 9:16 Bologna Centrale | 2h33 | 11:49 Brescia Borgo San Giovanni | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8502+ Regionale TRENORD 2626 | 9:16 Bologna Centrale | 2h10 | 11:26 Brescia station | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 3840 · Regionale TRENORD 2628 · S31 TRENORD 20940 | 10:10 Bologna Centrale | 2h39 | 12:49 Brescia Borgo San Giovanni | 2 changes | |
Regionale Veloce 3840 · Regionale TRENORD 2628 | 10:10 Bologna Centrale | 2h16 | 12:26 Brescia station | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 3908 · Regionale TRENORD 10826 | 10:33 Bologna Centrale | 3h34 | 14:07 Brescia station | 1 change | |
8956 | 10:46 Bologna Centrale | 1h47 | 12:33 Brescia station | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8506 · FRECCIAROSSA 9726 | 11:16 Bologna Centrale | 1h51 | 13:07 Brescia station | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8810 · FRECCIAROSSA 9727 | 11:18 Bologna Centrale | 2h03 | 13:21 Brescia station | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8810 · FRECCIAROSSA 9727+ S31 TRENORD 20944 | 11:18 Bologna Centrale | 2h31 | 13:49 Brescia Borgo San Giovanni | 2 changes | |
Regionale Veloce 3850 · Regionale TRENORD 2632 · S31 TRENORD 20948 | 12:10 Bologna Centrale | 2h39 | 14:49 Brescia Borgo San Giovanni | 2 changes | |
Regionale Veloce 3850 · Regionale TRENORD 2632 | 12:10 Bologna Centrale | 2h16 | 14:26 Brescia station | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8508 | 12:16 Bologna Centrale | 1h44 | 14:00 Brescia station | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8508+ S31 TRENORD 20948 | 12:16 Bologna Centrale | 2h33 | 14:49 Brescia Borgo San Giovanni | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9806 · FRECCIAROSSA 9731+ S31 TRENORD 20948 | 12:18 Bologna Centrale | 2h31 | 14:49 Brescia Borgo San Giovanni | 2 changes | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3912 · Regionale TRENORD 10830 | 12:33 Bologna Centrale | 3h34 | 16:07 Brescia station | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9524 · FRECCIAROSSA 9733 | 12:36 Bologna Centrale | 2h15 | 14:51 Brescia station | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8509 · FRECCIAROSSA 9729 | 13:16 Bologna Centrale | 1h51 | 15:07 Brescia station | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8814 · FRECCIAROSSA 9735 | 13:18 Bologna Centrale | 2h03 | 15:21 Brescia station | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 3844 · Regionale TRENORD 2636 | 14:10 Bologna Centrale | 2h16 | 16:26 Brescia station | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 3844 · Regionale TRENORD 2636 · S31 TRENORD 20956 | 14:10 Bologna Centrale | 2h39 | 16:49 Brescia Borgo San Giovanni | 2 changes | |
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Trains from Bologna to Brescia run on average 64 times per day, taking around 2h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £11 but you can travel from only £5 by coach.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:20, the last at 22:56. The fastest train covers the 144 km distance in 1h 44m.
Distance 144 km |
Average train duration 2h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price £11 |
Trains per day 64 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 1h 44m |
First train 0:20 |
Last train 22:56 |
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Low Season Jul - Sept |
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Best time to book 21 days |
Discover the best of Brescia — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Brescia trip today.
Museum complex in a former monastery with Roman remains, sacred art and local history. A top choice for understanding Brescia across many periods.
Archaeological area with the Capitoline Temple, theatre and Roman ruins. Essential for visitors interested in the city’s ancient past.
Museum inside the castle focused on Italian arms and armour. It is a compact but memorable stop in an impressive historic setting.
Grand square by the Roman forum and major museums. It is one of the city’s most atmospheric places for monuments, walking and photographs.
Elegant central square with cafés around the edges and important civic buildings nearby. Useful as a base for exploring the historic centre on foot.
Historic shopping street lined with arcades and elegant buildings. It is ideal for a city-centre stroll and links several of Brescia’s key squares.
Rice slowly cooked with beef stock, butter and Grana Padano, often enriched with local sausage. A comforting Brescian staple tied to the region’s rice culture.
Slow-cooked pork and beef stew, traditionally served with polenta. It is a classic Sunday dish in Brescia and across Lombardy.
Small stuffed pasta from the Brescia area, filled with meat, cheese and breadcrumbs, usually served in broth or with butter and sage.
Elegant restaurant in Brescia known for refined seafood and polished service in a smart, contemporary setting.
Historic-style trattoria serving Brescian classics, pasta and meat dishes in a warm, traditional atmosphere near the centre.
Well-known local spot for grilled meats, hearty Lombard dishes and a lively informal atmosphere.
Moderate for northern Italy: hotels and dining are below Milan, while local buses and metro stay fairly affordable for visitors.
Service is often included or modest. Round up or leave €1-2 in cafés, 5-10% in restaurants for good service, and round up taxi fares.
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Brescia Railway Station -> Piazza della Loggia, Brescia
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bologna to Brescia 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 Brescia, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Bologna to Brescia trains use the Bologna Centrale to Brescia station pair, with some services arriving at Brescia Borgo San Giovanni. Use this guide to compare Bologna and Brescia train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Bologna Centrale is 1 km from Bologna city centre. Public transport options include:
Bologna Centrale has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Burger King, A Cafè, VyTA Boulangerie, Venchi, Scambio, Juice Bar, KFC, Dispensa Emilia, Lavazza, Mokà, & more
Free Wi-Fi. . ATMs are aTM is located in the main hall.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00. Information desks are customer service center is on the ground floor and open every day from 06:30 to 23:00.
Luggage storage is luggage facility, open daily from 07:00 to 22:00, is located in front of binario 7 Ovest (Track 7 West).
Available at Bologna Centrale: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bologna Centrale: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bologna Centrale: 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.
Nearby hotels include Starhotels Excelsior, Millenn Hotel Bologna, UNA Hotels.
Bologna, Aeroporto is 5 km from Bologna city centre. Public transport options include:
Bologna, Aeroporto has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Multiple options on site
Free wifi throughout the station. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Bologna, Aeroporto.
Available at Bologna, Aeroporto: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bologna, Aeroporto: Fully accessible for disabled individuals.
Bologna S. Vitale is 2 km from Bologna city centre. Public transport options include:
Bologna S. Vitale has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Bologna S. Vitale.
ATMs are available at Bologna S. Vitale.
Available at Bologna S. Vitale: Parking, WC.
Available at Bologna S. Vitale: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bologna S. Vitale: Elevators, ramps.
Brescia is 1 km from Brescia city centre. Public transport options include:
Brescia has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Ristorante La Vineria, Osteria Al Bianchi
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Brescia. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Brescia. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Brescia: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Brescia: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Brescia: Ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Igea, Hotel Cristallo Brescia, DoubleTree by Hilton Brescia.
Brescia Borgo San Giovanni is 3 km from Brescia city centre. Public transport options include:
Brescia Borgo San Giovanni has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Brescia Borgo San Giovanni.
ATMs are available at Brescia Borgo San Giovanni.
Available at Brescia Borgo San Giovanni: Parking.
Available at Brescia Borgo San Giovanni: Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Brescia Borgo San Giovanni.
Sale Marasino is 22 km from Brescia city centre. Public transport options include:
Sale Marasino has practical services for this route, including Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC and Hotel.
Food and drink options are available at Sale Marasino.
ATMs are available at Sale Marasino.
Available at Sale Marasino: WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Sale Marasino.
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