
Club Executive
- Free Wi-Fi
- Power plugs
- Wide seats
- Extra legroom
- Priority boarding
- Free meal
- Air-conditioned
- Lounge Access
Cheapest price on 06 Sept
£20
Average ticket price on 06 Sept
£21
Fastest journey on 06 Sept
4 h 39 m
Average journey duration on 06 Sept
4 h 55 m
Trains on 06 Sept
3
Distance
234 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bologna to Chiasso is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bologna to Chiasso will cost around £21 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £20.
On Sun 06 Sept, we found 3 trains from Bologna to Chiasso, including 3 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 234 km distance in an average of 4 h 55 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 39 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 27 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.






Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bologna to Chiasso among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £12 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 15m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £12, while a flight costs an average of £187.
Distance: 234 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£20 Average Price | £12 Average Price Cheapest | £187 Average Price | £64 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 15m Average total duration Fastest 2h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 20m Average total duration 3h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 32m Average total duration 4h 32m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 3h 0m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Bologna to Chiasso:
A coach is £7 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bologna to Chiasso costing on average £20.
A coach is £175 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bologna to Chiasso costing on average £187.
Other travel options to Chiasso take longer:
Coach takes on average 3h 50m.
Flight takes on average 4h 32m.
The journey is about 15m faster (2h 45m by train vs 3h 0m by car) and roughly £45 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£20 vs £64). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with Trenitalia EuroCity.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Bologna to Chiasso trains for today, Saturday 5 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 15:50 Bologna | 4h39 | 20:29 Chiasso | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 16:50 Bologna | 4h39 | 21:29 Chiasso | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 21:10 Bologna | 3h19 | 0:29 Chiasso | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Bologna to Chiasso run on average 35 times per day, taking around 2h 45m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £16 but you can travel from only £11 by coach.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:10, the last at 23:06. The fastest train covers the 234 km distance in 3h 26m.
Distance 234 km |
Average train duration 2h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price £16 |
Trains per day 35 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 3h 26m |
First train 4:10 |
Last train 23:06 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 70 days |
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Discover the best of Chiasso — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Chiasso trip today.
Municipal modern and contemporary art museum hosting changing exhibitions in a respected cultural venue near the centre.
Public gallery in Villa Ciani presenting temporary art exhibitions and cultural events in an elegant historic setting.
Nearby science and fossil museum in Meride with well-presented regional geology displays, suitable for families and curious visitors.
Main civic square in Chiasso, used for events and everyday life, with shops, seating and an easy town-centre atmosphere.
Central street useful for a stroll through shops and local services, giving a practical feel for daily life in the border town.
Hillside district above Chiasso, appreciated for its traditional village feel and broader views towards the surrounding region.
Polenta from maize meal, often served with braised meat or cheese. A staple across Ticino and especially traditional in homes and grotto-style eateries.
Slow-cooked beef in red wine with herbs and vegetables, commonly paired with polenta. It reflects the hearty Lombard and Ticinese border cuisine.
Risotto cooked with local Merlot wine, giving a rich, rounded flavour. It is a classic in Ticino, where Merlot is the region’s signature wine.
Well-known traditional restaurant serving Ticinese and Italian dishes, with a welcoming atmosphere suited to a full local meal.
Historic café and restaurant in central Chiasso known for pastries, coffee and classic Ticinese dishes in a polished but relaxed setting.
Elegant hotel restaurant with refined regional and Italian cooking, suitable for a quieter dinner near the centre of Chiasso.
Chiasso is costly for travellers; hotels, restaurant meals and Swiss transport usually cost more than in nearby Italian border towns.
Service is usually included. Round up small bills in cafés, leave 5-10% only for excellent restaurant service, and round up taxi fares.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bologna to Chiasso 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 Chiasso, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Bologna to Chiasso trains use the Bologna Centrale to Chiasso station pair. Use this guide to compare Bologna and Chiasso 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 Borgo Panigale is 4 km from Bologna city centre. Public transport options include:
Bologna Borgo Panigale has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Ristorante Il Patio, Trattoria Bonora
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Bologna Borgo Panigale. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Available at Bologna Borgo Panigale: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bologna Borgo Panigale: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bologna Borgo Panigale: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Flyon Hotel, Hotel Bologna Airport, Hotel Del Borgo.
Chiasso 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 Pizzeria Carlino, Osteria Grotto del Cavaliere
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Chiasso. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Chiasso. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Chiasso: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Chiasso: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Chiasso.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Mövenpick Touring, Hotel Bahnhof, Hotel Garni Centro.
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