The cheapest and fastest trains from Bologna to Salerno
Cheapest price
£58
Average price
£88
Fastest journey
3 h 42 m
Average duration
3 h 58 m
Trains per day
62
Distance
509 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bologna to Salerno is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bologna to Salerno will cost around £88 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £58.
Of the 62 trains that leave Bologna for Salerno every day 23 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 509 km distance in an average of 3 h 58 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 42 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 7 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.
Intercity 59716:218h11Bologna Centrale0:32Salerno station£581One-way0 changes
Intercity 59716:218h11Bologna Centrale0:32Salerno station£581One-way0 changes
Intercity 583+
Regionale 5967 · Autobus NA56D8:548h25Bologna Centrale17:19Duomo - Via Vernieri£621One-way2 changes
Intercity 583+
Regionale 59678:547h45Bologna Centrale16:39Salerno station£621One-way1 change
Intercity 583+
Regionale 59678:547h45Bologna Centrale16:39Salerno station£621One-way1 change
FRECCIAROSSA 963915:373h42Bologna Centrale19:19Salerno station£861One-way0 changes
FRECCIAROSSA 9643 · FRECCIAROSSA 954716:373h59Bologna Centrale20:36Salerno station£1121One-way1 change
FRECCIAROSSA 851915:474h01Bologna Centrale19:48Salerno station£861One-way0 changes
FRECCIAROSSA 9631 · FRECCIAROSSA 841914:074h02Bologna Centrale18:09Salerno station£1251One-way1 change
FRECCIAROSSA 962312:074h07Bologna Centrale16:14Salerno station£1221One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Bologna to Salerno
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bologna to Salerno among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £9. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 54m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £9, and a flight costs an average of £97.
Distance: 509 km
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£55 Average Price | £19 Average Price Cheapest | £151 Average Price |
7h 27m Average total duration 6h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 34m Average total duration 8h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 54m Average total duration Fastest 1h 54m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 1.3kg CO2 emissions | 1.5 - 3.0kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Bologna to Salerno train times
The table below shows live departures for Bologna to Salerno trains for tomorrow, Monday 1 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
InterCityNotte 770+ Intercity 723 | 1:33 Bologna Centrale | 8h57 | 10:30 Salerno station | 1 change | |
InterCityNotte 770+ FRECCIAROSSA 8333 | 1:33 Bologna Centrale | 7h32 | 9:05 Salerno station | 1 change | |
InterCityNotte 770+ Intercity 723 | 1:33 Bologna Centrale | 8h57 | 10:30 Salerno station | 1 change | |
InterCityNotte 770+ FRECCIAROSSA 8333+ Autobus NA24D | 1:33 Bologna Centrale | 7h46 | 9:19 Duomo - Via Vernieri | 2 changes | |
InterCityNotte 770+ Intercity 723+ Autobus NA30D | 1:33 Bologna Centrale | 9h16 | 10:49 Duomo - Via Vernieri | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9401 · FRECCIAROSSA 9605+ Intercity 551 | 7:02 Bologna Centrale | 5h17 | 12:19 Salerno station | 2 changes | |
8111 | 7:57 Bologna Centrale | 4h47 | 12:44 Salerno station | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9515 | 8:27 Bologna Centrale | 4h35 | 13:02 Salerno station | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9515+ Autobus NA40D | 8:27 Bologna Centrale | 4h52 | 13:19 Duomo - Via Vernieri | 1 change | |
Intercity 583+ Regionale 5967 · Autobus NA56D | 8:54 Bologna Centrale | 8h25 | 17:19 Duomo - Via Vernieri | 2 changes | |
Intercity 583+ Regionale 5967 | 8:54 Bologna Centrale | 7h45 | 16:39 Salerno station | 1 change | |
Intercity 583+ Regionale 5967 | 8:54 Bologna Centrale | 7h45 | 16:39 Salerno station | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9611+ Regionale 5583 · Autobus NA42D | 9:07 Bologna Centrale | 4h42 | 13:49 Duomo - Via Vernieri | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9611+ Regionale 5583 | 9:07 Bologna Centrale | 4h23 | 13:30 Salerno station | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9519 | 9:27 Bologna Centrale | 4h39 | 14:06 Salerno station | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9519+ Autobus NA46D | 9:27 Bologna Centrale | 5h22 | 14:49 Duomo - Via Vernieri | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9613 · FRECCIAROSSA 9519 | 9:37 Bologna Centrale | 4h29 | 14:06 Salerno station | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9613 · FRECCIAROSSA 9519+ Autobus NA46D | 9:37 Bologna Centrale | 5h12 | 14:49 Duomo - Via Vernieri | 2 changes | |
Intercity 605+ Autobus PZ303 · Autobus PZ410 | 10:00 Bologna Centrale | 11h10 | 21:10 Salerno station | 2 changes | |
Intercity 605+ Autobus PZ303 · Autobus PZ410 | 10:00 Bologna Centrale | 11h10 | 21:10 Salerno station | 2 changes | |
Autobus TTPER B0403 · Regionale 18512+ Intercity 511 | 10:10 Bologna Centrale | 11h14 | 21:24 Salerno station | 2 changes | |
Autobus TTPER B0403 · Regionale 18512+ Intercity 511 | 10:10 Bologna Centrale | 11h14 | 21:24 Salerno station | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9583 | 10:27 Bologna Centrale | 4h36 | 15:03 Salerno station | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9311+ Regionale 5239 | 11:12 Bologna Centrale | 4h47 | 15:59 Salerno station | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9311+ Regionale 5239 · Autobus NA52D | 11:12 Bologna Centrale | 5h07 | 16:19 Duomo - Via Vernieri | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9527 | 11:27 Bologna Centrale | 4h39 | 16:06 Salerno station | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9623 | 12:07 Bologna Centrale | 4h07 | 16:14 Salerno station | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9587 | 12:27 Bologna Centrale | 4h41 | 17:08 Salerno station | 0 changesdirect | |
9931 | 12:57 Bologna Centrale | 4h42 | 17:39 Salerno station | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9627+ Regionale 5337 | 13:07 Bologna Centrale | 4h52 | 17:59 Salerno station | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9627+ Regionale 5337 · Autobus NA60D | 13:07 Bologna Centrale | 5h12 | 18:19 Duomo - Via Vernieri | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9631 · FRECCIAROSSA 8419 | 14:07 Bologna Centrale | 4h02 | 18:09 Salerno station | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9631 · FRECCIAROSSA 8419+ Autobus NA62D | 14:07 Bologna Centrale | 4h42 | 18:49 Duomo - Via Vernieri | 2 changes | |
8913 | 14:42 Bologna Centrale | 4h12 | 18:54 Salerno station | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9543 | 15:27 Bologna Centrale | 4h38 | 20:05 Salerno station | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9639 | 15:37 Bologna Centrale | 3h42 | 19:19 Salerno station | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9639+ Autobus NA66D | 15:37 Bologna Centrale | 4h12 | 19:49 Duomo - Via Vernieri | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8519 | 15:47 Bologna Centrale | 4h01 | 19:48 Salerno station | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8519+ Autobus NA68D | 15:47 Bologna Centrale | 4h32 | 20:19 Duomo - Via Vernieri | 1 change | |
8143 | 15:57 Bologna Centrale | 4h19 | 20:16 Salerno station | 0 changesdirect | |
Intercity 597 | 16:21 Bologna Centrale | 8h11 | 0:32 Salerno station | 0 changesdirect | |
Intercity 597 | 16:21 Bologna Centrale | 8h11 | 0:32 Salerno station | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9547 | 16:27 Bologna Centrale | 4h09 | 20:36 Salerno station | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9547+ Autobus NA72D | 16:27 Bologna Centrale | 4h52 | 21:19 Duomo - Via Vernieri | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9643 · FRECCIAROSSA 9547 | 16:37 Bologna Centrale | 3h59 | 20:36 Salerno station | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9643 · FRECCIAROSSA 9547+ Autobus NA72D | 16:37 Bologna Centrale | 4h42 | 21:19 Duomo - Via Vernieri | 2 changes | |
8919 | 16:42 Bologna Centrale | 4h35 | 21:17 Salerno station | 0 changesdirect | |
9947 | 16:57 Bologna Centrale | 4h35 | 21:32 Salerno station | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9427 | 17:02 Bologna Centrale | 4h36 | 21:38 Salerno station | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9645 · FRECCIAROSSA 9427 | 17:07 Bologna Centrale | 4h31 | 21:38 Salerno station | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9323+ Regionale 5249 | 17:12 Bologna Centrale | 4h46 | 21:58 Salerno station | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9323+ Autobus NA65C · Autobus NA67D | 17:12 Bologna Centrale | 6h27 | 23:39 Duomo - Via Vernieri | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9551 | 17:27 Bologna Centrale | 4h38 | 22:05 Salerno station | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9647 · FRECCIAROSSA 9551 | 17:37 Bologna Centrale | 4h28 | 22:05 Salerno station | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8525+ Autobus NA67C · Autobus NA69D | 17:47 Bologna Centrale | 6h22 | 0:09 Duomo - Via Vernieri | 2 changes | |
9951 | 17:57 Bologna Centrale | 4h35 | 22:32 Salerno station | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9431+ Regionale 5959 | 18:02 Bologna Centrale | 4h52 | 22:54 Salerno station | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9431+ Autobus NA69C · Autobus NA71D | 18:02 Bologna Centrale | 6h37 | 0:39 Duomo - Via Vernieri | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9649 · FRECCIAROSSA 9431+ Regionale 5959 | 18:07 Bologna Centrale | 4h47 | 22:54 Salerno station | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9653+ Intercity 597 | 19:07 Bologna Centrale | 5h25 | 0:32 Salerno station | 1 change | |
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Overview: Train from Bologna to Salerno
Trains from Bologna to Salerno run on average 64 times per day, taking around 6h 57m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £18 but you can travel from only £9 by coach.
There are 27 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:44. The fastest train covers the 509 km distance in 4h 15m.
Distance 509 km |
Average train duration 6h 57m |
Cheapest ticket price £18 |
Trains per day 64 |
Direct trains 27 |
Fastest train 4h 15m |
First train 0:01 |
Last train 23:44 |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 63 days |
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FAQs: Bologna to Salerno train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bologna to Salerno 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 Salerno, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Bologna and Salerno
- 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
- Free parking available near the station
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- Free of charge
- San Ruffillo House
- Hotel Il Guercino
- Hotel Porta San Mamolo
- The station has a simple layout with two platforms and a small waiting area.
- Bus: Several local bus lines available
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from Piazza Vittorio Veneto.
- Ristorante Cicirinella
- La Botte Pazza
- Puro
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Hotel Plaza
- Grand Hotel Salerno
- Hotel Montestella
- Hotel Montestella
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-5 for trains to Naples, Rome, and regional destinations
- Bus: Several lines available
- Metro: Line 1
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Saturday
- Closed on Sunday
- Parking is available nearby, but specific details are not provided.
- Ristorante Cicirinella
- Osteria dei Sapori
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €1
- Hotel Plaza
- Hotel Montestella
- Grand Hotel Salerno
- Hotel Montestella
- The station is a small regional hub with basic facilities and two platforms.
- Bus: Several local bus lines available
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- The station is a small local station with basic facilities and two platforms for regional services.
- Bus: Several local bus lines available
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