The cheapest and fastest trains from Bologna to Parma
Cheapest price
£8
Average price
£10
Fastest journey
50 m
Average duration
51 m
Trains per day
55
Distance
87 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bologna to Parma is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bologna to Parma will cost around £10 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £8.
Of the 55 trains that leave Bologna for Parma every day 55 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 87 km distance in an average of 51 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 50 m .
The slowest trains will take 52 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 39048:330h58Bologna Centrale9:31Parma station£81One-way0 changes
Regionale TTPER 20665:000h50Bologna Centrale5:50Parma station£81One-way0 changes
Regionale Veloce TTPER 247815:501h08Bologna Centrale16:58Parma station£81One-way0 changes
Regionale Veloce TTPER 24585:531h05Bologna Centrale6:58Parma station£81One-way0 changes
Regionale Veloce TTPER 392619:330h58Bologna Centrale20:31Parma station£81One-way0 changes
Regionale TTPER 20665:000h50Bologna Centrale5:50Parma station£81One-way0 changes
Intercity 59016:540h50Bologna Centrale17:44Parma station£111One-way0 changes
Intercity 60613:030h51Bologna Centrale13:54Parma station£111One-way0 changes
Intercity 5809:460h51Bologna Centrale10:37Parma station£111One-way0 changes
Intercity 59620:460h52Bologna Centrale21:38Parma station£111One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Bologna to Parma
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bologna to Parma among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 2m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £8, and a coach costs an average of £6.
Distance: 87 km
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Live departures
Bologna to Parma train times
The table below shows live departures for Bologna to Parma trains for today, Tuesday 14 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3910 | 11:33 Bologna Centrale | 0h58 | 12:31 Parma station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2470 | 11:50 Bologna Centrale | 1h08 | 12:58 Parma station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3912 | 12:33 Bologna Centrale | 0h58 | 13:31 Parma station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17414 | 12:50 Bologna Centrale | 1h14 | 14:04 Parma station | 0 changesdirect | |
Intercity 606 | 13:03 Bologna Centrale | 0h51 | 13:54 Parma station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3914 | 13:33 Bologna Centrale | 0h58 | 14:31 Parma station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2474 | 13:50 Bologna Centrale | 1h08 | 14:58 Parma station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3916 | 14:33 Bologna Centrale | 0h58 | 15:31 Parma station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17416 | 14:50 Bologna Centrale | 1h11 | 16:01 Parma station | 0 changesdirect | |
Intercity 608 | 15:04 Bologna Centrale | 1h00 | 16:04 Parma station | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8818 | 15:18 Bologna Centrale | 0h55 | 16:13 Parma station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3918 | 15:33 Bologna Centrale | 0h58 | 16:31 Parma station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2478 | 15:50 Bologna Centrale | 1h08 | 16:58 Parma station | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8820 | 16:18 Bologna Centrale | 0h55 | 17:13 Parma station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3920 | 16:33 Bologna Centrale | 0h58 | 17:31 Parma station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17418 | 16:50 Bologna Centrale | 1h13 | 18:03 Parma station | 0 changesdirect | |
Intercity 590 | 16:54 Bologna Centrale | 0h50 | 17:44 Parma station | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8824 | 17:18 Bologna Centrale | 0h55 | 18:13 Parma station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3922 | 17:33 Bologna Centrale | 0h58 | 18:31 Parma station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2482 | 17:50 Bologna Centrale | 1h08 | 18:58 Parma station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17426 | 18:15 Bologna Centrale | 1h01 | 19:16 Parma station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3924 | 18:33 Bologna Centrale | 0h58 | 19:31 Parma station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17420 | 18:50 Bologna Centrale | 1h08 | 19:58 Parma station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3926 | 19:33 Bologna Centrale | 0h58 | 20:31 Parma station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2486 | 19:50 Bologna Centrale | 1h08 | 20:58 Parma station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3928 | 20:33 Bologna Centrale | 0h58 | 21:31 Parma station | 0 changesdirect | |
Intercity 596 | 20:46 Bologna Centrale | 0h52 | 21:38 Parma station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17422 | 20:50 Bologna Centrale | 1h11 | 22:01 Parma station | 0 changesdirect | |
Intercity 614 | 21:04 Bologna Centrale | 1h04 | 22:08 Parma station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3930 | 21:33 Bologna Centrale | 0h58 | 22:31 Parma station | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9330 | 22:16 Bologna Centrale | 1h04 | 23:20 Parma station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TTPER 3934 | 22:33 Bologna Centrale | 0h59 | 23:32 Parma station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wednesday 15 July | |||||
Regionale TTPER 17400 | 0:25 Bologna Centrale | 1h08 | 1:33 Parma station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TTPER 2066 | 5:00 Bologna Centrale | 0h50 | 5:50 Parma station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2454 | 5:28 Bologna Centrale | 0h57 | 6:25 Parma station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2456 | 5:40 Bologna Centrale | 0h58 | 6:38 Parma station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2458 | 5:53 Bologna Centrale | 1h05 | 6:58 Parma station | 0 changesdirect | |
InterCityNotte 752 | 5:58 Bologna Centrale | 0h54 | 6:52 Parma station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TTPER 2070 | 6:33 Bologna Centrale | 0h59 | 7:32 Parma station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17406 | 6:50 Bologna Centrale | 1h11 | 8:01 Parma station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2460 | 6:58 Bologna Centrale | 1h08 | 8:06 Parma station | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8802 | 7:18 Bologna Centrale | 0h55 | 8:13 Parma station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3902 | 7:33 Bologna Centrale | 0h58 | 8:31 Parma station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2462 | 7:50 Bologna Centrale | 1h08 | 8:58 Parma station | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8804 | 8:18 Bologna Centrale | 0h55 | 9:13 Parma station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3904 | 8:33 Bologna Centrale | 0h58 | 9:31 Parma station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17410 | 8:50 Bologna Centrale | 1h11 | 10:01 Parma station | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8806 | 9:18 Bologna Centrale | 0h55 | 10:13 Parma station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3906 | 9:33 Bologna Centrale | 0h58 | 10:31 Parma station | 0 changesdirect | |
Intercity 580 | 9:46 Bologna Centrale | 0h51 | 10:37 Parma station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2466 | 9:50 Bologna Centrale | 1h08 | 10:58 Parma station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3908 | 10:33 Bologna Centrale | 0h58 | 11:31 Parma station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17412 | 10:50 Bologna Centrale | 1h11 | 12:01 Parma station | 0 changesdirect | |
Intercity 604 | 11:05 Bologna Centrale | 1h13 | 12:18 Parma station | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bologna to Parma
Trains from Bologna to Parma run on average 49 times per day, taking around 1h 2m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £8 but you can travel from only £6 by coach.
There are 49 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:20, the last at 23:52. The fastest train covers the 87 km distance in 58m.
Distance 87 km |
Average train duration 1h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price £8 |
Trains per day 49 |
Direct trains 49 |
Fastest train 58m |
First train 0:20 |
Last train 23:52 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 77 days |
Train companies: Regionale, Intercity, Frecciarossa, Intercity Notte, Trenitalia EuroCity from Bologna to Parma trainsRegionale, Intercity, Frecciarossa, Intercity Notte, Trenitalia EuroCity trains will get you between Bologna and Parma from £6. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Bologna to Parma train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bologna to Parma 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 Parma, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Bologna and Parma
Most Bologna to Parma trains use the Bologna Centrale to Parma station pair. Use this guide to compare Bologna and Parma train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Bologna station do trains to Parma leave from?
Getting to Bologna Centrale from Bologna city centre
Bologna Centrale is 1 km from Bologna city centre. Public transport options include:
Bologna Centrale train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: Burger King, A Cafè, VyTA Boulangerie, Venchi, Scambio, Juice Bar, KFC, Dispensa Emilia, Lavazza, Mokà, & more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. . ATMs are aTM is located in the main hall.
Tickets and information
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 and lost property
Luggage storage is luggage facility, open daily from 07:00 to 22:00, is located in front of binario 7 Ovest (Track 7 West).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bologna Centrale: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bologna Centrale: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
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.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Starhotels Excelsior, Millenn Hotel Bologna, UNA Hotels.
Getting to Bologna S. Vitale from Bologna city centre
Bologna S. Vitale is 2 km from Bologna city centre. Public transport options include:
Bologna S. Vitale train station facilities and services
Bologna S. Vitale has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Bologna S. Vitale.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Bologna S. Vitale.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bologna S. Vitale: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bologna S. Vitale: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bologna S. Vitale: Elevators, ramps.
Which Parma station do trains from Bologna arrive at?
Getting to Parma from Parma city centre
Parma train station facilities and services
Parma 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 and drink
Food options include: Angiol d'Or, Enoteca Fontana
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Parma. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Parma. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Parma: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Parma: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Parma: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include NH Parma, Hotel Torino, Hotel Button.
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