The cheapest and fastest trains from Bologna to Salerno
Cheapest price
£59
Average price
£93
Fastest journey
3 h 42 m
Average duration
3 h 50 m
Trains per day
101
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 £93 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £59.
Of the 101 trains that leave Bologna for Salerno every day 41 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 50 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 42 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 59 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 597
Intercity 597
Intercity 583+
Metropolitano 21333
Intercity 583+
Regionale 4297
Intercity 583+
Regionale 4297
FRECCIAROSSA 9639
FRECCIAROSSA 9639
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9601+
FRECCIARGENTO 8863
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9601+
FRECCIARGENTO 8863
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9643 · FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9547Travel Information
Compare train, coach 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 £11. 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 £11, and a flight costs an average of £95.
Distance: 509 km
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6h 56m Average total duration 6h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 22m Average total duration 7h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 54m Average total duration Fastest 1h 54m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Bologna to Salerno train times
The table below shows live departures for Bologna to Salerno trains for today, Thursday 15 January. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
InterCityNotte 1963 | 21:00 Bologna Centrale | 8h06 | 05:06 Salerno station | 0 changesdirect | |
InterCityNotte 1963 | 21:00 Bologna Centrale | 8h06 | 05:06 Salerno station | 0 changesdirect | |
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InterCityNotte 770+ Intercity 723 | 00:33 Bologna Centrale | 8h50 | 09:23 Salerno station | 1 change | |
InterCityNotte 770+ FRECCIARGENTO 8333 | 00:33 Bologna Centrale | 7h32 | 08:05 Salerno station | 1 change | |
InterCityNotte 770+ FRECCIARGENTO 8333+ Metropolitano 21318 | 00:33 Bologna Centrale | 8h07 | 08:40 Duomo - Via Vernieri | 2 changes | |
InterCityNotte 770+ Intercity 723 | 00:33 Bologna Centrale | 8h50 | 09:23 Salerno station | 1 change | |
InterCityNotte 770+ FRECCIARGENTO 8333 | 00:33 Bologna Centrale | 7h32 | 08:05 Salerno station | 1 change | |
InterCityNotte 770+ Intercity 723+ Metropolitano 21320 | 00:33 Bologna Centrale | 9h07 | 09:40 Duomo - Via Vernieri | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9505 | 05:27 Bologna Centrale | 5h00 | 10:27 Salerno station | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9505 | 05:27 Bologna Centrale | 5h00 | 10:27 Salerno station | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9505+ Metropolitano 21324 | 05:27 Bologna Centrale | 5h13 | 10:40 Duomo - Via Vernieri | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9601+ Metropolitano 21315 | 05:37 Bologna Centrale | 5h05 | 10:42 Duomo - Via Vernieri | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9601+ FRECCIARGENTO 8863 | 05:37 Bologna Centrale | 3h54 | 09:31 Salerno station | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9601+ FRECCIARGENTO 8863+ Metropolitano 21320 | 05:37 Bologna Centrale | 4h03 | 09:40 Duomo - Via Vernieri | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9601+ FRECCIARGENTO 8863 | 05:37 Bologna Centrale | 3h54 | 09:31 Salerno station | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9603+ Intercity 551 | 06:07 Bologna Centrale | 5h12 | 11:19 Salerno station | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9603+ Intercity 551+ Metropolitano 21328 | 06:07 Bologna Centrale | 5h33 | 11:40 Duomo - Via Vernieri | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9603+ Intercity 551 | 06:07 Bologna Centrale | 5h12 | 11:19 Salerno station | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9603+ Metropolitano 21317 | 06:07 Bologna Centrale | 5h35 | 11:42 Duomo - Via Vernieri | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9511 · FRECCIAROSSA 1000 8335+ Metropolitano 21319 | 06:27 Bologna Centrale | 5h45 | 12:12 Duomo - Via Vernieri | 2 changes | |
8111 | 06:57 Bologna Centrale | 4h47 | 11:44 Salerno station | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9515 | 07:27 Bologna Centrale | 4h45 | 12:12 Salerno station | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9515 | 07:27 Bologna Centrale | 4h45 | 12:12 Salerno station | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9515+ Metropolitano 21330 | 07:27 Bologna Centrale | 5h13 | 12:40 Duomo - Via Vernieri | 1 change | |
Intercity 583+ Metropolitano 21333 | 07:54 Bologna Centrale | 8h48 | 16:42 Duomo - Via Vernieri | 1 change | |
Intercity 583+ Regionale 4297 | 07:54 Bologna Centrale | 8h04 | 15:58 Salerno station | 1 change | |
Intercity 583+ Regionale 4297 | 07:54 Bologna Centrale | 8h04 | 15:58 Salerno station | 1 change | |
Intercity 583+ Regionale 4297 · Metropolitano 21342 | 07:54 Bologna Centrale | 8h16 | 16:10 Duomo - Via Vernieri | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9611+ Regionale 21107 · Metropolitano 21332 | 08:07 Bologna Centrale | 5h03 | 13:10 Duomo - Via Vernieri | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9611+ Regionale 21107 | 08:07 Bologna Centrale | 4h45 | 12:52 Salerno station | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9611+ Metropolitano 21321 | 08:07 Bologna Centrale | 5h05 | 13:12 Duomo - Via Vernieri | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9611+ Regionale 21107 | 08:07 Bologna Centrale | 4h45 | 12:52 Salerno station | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9613+ Metropolitano 21323 | 08:37 Bologna Centrale | 5h05 | 13:42 Duomo - Via Vernieri | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9613+ Intercity 727 | 08:37 Bologna Centrale | 4h44 | 13:21 Salerno station | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9613+ Regionale 5233 · Metropolitano 21334 | 08:37 Bologna Centrale | 5h03 | 13:40 Duomo - Via Vernieri | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9613+ Intercity 727 | 08:37 Bologna Centrale | 4h44 | 13:21 Salerno station | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9583 | 09:27 Bologna Centrale | 4h46 | 14:13 Salerno station | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9583+ Metropolitano 21338 | 09:27 Bologna Centrale | 5h13 | 14:40 Duomo - Via Vernieri | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9583 | 09:27 Bologna Centrale | 4h46 | 14:13 Salerno station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3911 · Regionale Veloce 4155+ Intercity 511 | 09:34 Bologna Centrale | 10h59 | 20:33 Salerno station | 2 changes | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3911 · Regionale Veloce 4155+ Intercity 511 | 09:34 Bologna Centrale | 10h59 | 20:33 Salerno station | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9619+ Metropolitano 21329 | 10:07 Bologna Centrale | 5h05 | 15:12 Duomo - Via Vernieri | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9619+ Regionale 5239 | 10:07 Bologna Centrale | 4h52 | 14:59 Salerno station | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9619+ Regionale 5239 | 10:07 Bologna Centrale | 4h52 | 14:59 Salerno station | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9527 | 10:27 Bologna Centrale | 4h53 | 15:20 Salerno station | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9527 | 10:27 Bologna Centrale | 4h53 | 15:20 Salerno station | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9623 | 11:07 Bologna Centrale | 4h05 | 15:12 Salerno station | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9623+ Metropolitano 21340 | 11:07 Bologna Centrale | 4h33 | 15:40 Duomo - Via Vernieri | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9623 | 11:07 Bologna Centrale | 4h05 | 15:12 Salerno station | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9587 | 11:27 Bologna Centrale | 4h12 | 15:39 Salerno station | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9587 | 11:27 Bologna Centrale | 4h12 | 15:39 Salerno station | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9587+ Regionale 5092 | 11:27 Bologna Centrale | 4h33 | 16:00 Duomo - Via Vernieri | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9625 · FRECCIAROSSA 9587+ Regionale 5092 | 11:37 Bologna Centrale | 4h23 | 16:00 Duomo - Via Vernieri | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9625 · FRECCIAROSSA 9587 | 11:37 Bologna Centrale | 4h02 | 15:39 Salerno station | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9625+ Metropolitano 21333 | 11:37 Bologna Centrale | 5h05 | 16:42 Duomo - Via Vernieri | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9625 · FRECCIAROSSA 9587 | 11:37 Bologna Centrale | 4h02 | 15:39 Salerno station | 1 change | |
9931 | 11:57 Bologna Centrale | 4h42 | 16:39 Salerno station | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9627+ Regionale 5337 | 12:07 Bologna Centrale | 4h52 | 16:59 Salerno station | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9627+ Regionale 5337 | 12:07 Bologna Centrale | 4h52 | 16:59 Salerno station | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9627+ Regionale 5337 · Metropolitano 21346 | 12:07 Bologna Centrale | 5h03 | 17:10 Duomo - Via Vernieri | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9627+ Metropolitano 21335 | 12:07 Bologna Centrale | 5h05 | 17:12 Duomo - Via Vernieri | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 8419 | 13:02 Bologna Centrale | 4h07 | 17:09 Salerno station | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 8419 | 13:02 Bologna Centrale | 4h07 | 17:09 Salerno station | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9631 · FRECCIAROSSA 1000 8419 | 13:07 Bologna Centrale | 4h02 | 17:09 Salerno station | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9631 · FRECCIAROSSA 1000 8419 | 13:07 Bologna Centrale | 4h02 | 17:09 Salerno station | 1 change | |
8913 | 13:42 Bologna Centrale | 4h12 | 17:54 Salerno station | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9543 | 14:27 Bologna Centrale | 4h49 | 19:16 Salerno station | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9543 | 14:27 Bologna Centrale | 4h49 | 19:16 Salerno station | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9639 | 14:37 Bologna Centrale | 3h42 | 18:19 Salerno station | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9639 | 14:37 Bologna Centrale | 3h42 | 18:19 Salerno station | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9639+ Metropolitano 21352 | 14:37 Bologna Centrale | 4h03 | 18:40 Duomo - Via Vernieri | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 8519 | 14:47 Bologna Centrale | 4h01 | 18:48 Salerno station | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 8519 | 14:47 Bologna Centrale | 4h01 | 18:48 Salerno station | 0 changesdirect | |
8143 | 14:57 Bologna Centrale | 4h14 | 19:11 Salerno station | 0 changesdirect | |
Intercity 597 | 15:21 Bologna Centrale | 8h11 | 23:32 Salerno station | 0 changesdirect | |
Intercity 597 | 15:21 Bologna Centrale | 8h11 | 23:32 Salerno station | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9547 | 15:27 Bologna Centrale | 4h09 | 19:36 Salerno station | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9547+ Metropolitano 21354 | 15:27 Bologna Centrale | 4h43 | 20:10 Duomo - Via Vernieri | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9547 | 15:27 Bologna Centrale | 4h09 | 19:36 Salerno station | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9643 · FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9547 | 15:37 Bologna Centrale | 3h59 | 19:36 Salerno station | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9643+ Metropolitano 21349 | 15:37 Bologna Centrale | 5h05 | 20:42 Duomo - Via Vernieri | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9643 · FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9547 | 15:37 Bologna Centrale | 3h59 | 19:36 Salerno station | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9643 · FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9547+ Metropolitano 21354 | 15:37 Bologna Centrale | 4h33 | 20:10 Duomo - Via Vernieri | 2 changes | |
8919 | 15:42 Bologna Centrale | 4h45 | 20:27 Salerno station | 0 changesdirect | |
9947 | 15:57 Bologna Centrale | 4h45 | 20:42 Salerno station | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9427 | 16:02 Bologna Centrale | 4h47 | 20:49 Salerno station | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9427 | 16:02 Bologna Centrale | 4h47 | 20:49 Salerno station | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9645 · FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9427 | 16:07 Bologna Centrale | 4h42 | 20:49 Salerno station | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9645 · FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9427 | 16:07 Bologna Centrale | 4h42 | 20:49 Salerno station | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9551 | 16:27 Bologna Centrale | 4h49 | 21:16 Salerno station | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9551+ Metropolitano 21353 | 16:27 Bologna Centrale | 5h15 | 21:42 Duomo - Via Vernieri | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9551 | 16:27 Bologna Centrale | 4h49 | 21:16 Salerno station | 0 changesdirect | |
9951 | 16:57 Bologna Centrale | 4h45 | 21:42 Salerno station | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9431+ Metropolitano 21355 | 17:02 Bologna Centrale | 5h20 | 22:22 Duomo - Via Vernieri | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9649 · FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9431+ Metropolitano 21355 | 17:07 Bologna Centrale | 5h15 | 22:22 Duomo - Via Vernieri | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9555 | 17:27 Bologna Centrale | 4h45 | 22:12 Salerno station | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9555 | 17:27 Bologna Centrale | 4h45 | 22:12 Salerno station | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9653 | 18:07 Bologna Centrale | 4h28 | 22:35 Salerno station | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9653 | 18:07 Bologna Centrale | 4h28 | 22:35 Salerno station | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9657+ Intercity 597 | 18:37 Bologna Centrale | 4h55 | 23:32 Salerno station | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9657+ Intercity 597 | 18:37 Bologna Centrale | 4h55 | 23:32 Salerno station | 1 change | |
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Overview: Train from Bologna to Salerno
Trains from Bologna to Salerno run on average 51 times per day, taking around 6h 26m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £31 but you can travel from only £11 by coach.
There are 23 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:47. The fastest train covers the 509 km distance in 4h 15m.
Distance 509 km |
Average train duration 6h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price £31 |
Trains per day 51 |
Direct trains 23 |
Fastest train 4h 15m |
First train 00:01 |
Last train 23:47 |
Train companies: Frecciarossa, Italo, Intercity Notte, Intercity, Regionale, Frecciargento from Bologna to Salerno trainsFrecciarossa, Italo, Intercity Notte, Intercity, Regionale, Frecciargento trains will get you between Bologna and Salerno from £11. 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 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
- Parking is available near the station with several spaces for short-term and long-term parking.
- Ristorante Il Patio
- Trattoria Bonora
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Flyon Hotel
- Hotel Bologna Airport
- Hotel Del Borgo
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and platforms
- Hall 2: waiting area and restrooms
- Bus: Several lines available connecting to Bologna city center
- Taxi services 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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