- Must visit
Pinacoteca Nazionale di Bologna
A major art museum with Italian paintings from the Middle Ages to the modern era, plus temporary exhibitions in the city centre.
Cheapest price on 30 Aug
£14
Average ticket price on 30 Aug
£35
Fastest journey on 30 Aug
1 h 44 m
Average journey duration on 30 Aug
1 h 46 m
Trains on 30 Aug
68
Distance
144 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Brescia to Bologna is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Brescia to Bologna will cost around £35 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £14.
On Sun 30 Aug, we found 68 trains from Brescia to Bologna, 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 51 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 TRENORD 2623 · Regionale 3467
Regionale TRENORD 2637 · Regionale Veloce 3847
Regionale TRENORD 2621 · Regionale Veloce 3465
Regionale TRENORD 2633 · Regionale Veloce 3845
OROBICA LINE TTPER 18125 · Regionale TTPER 17929
FRECCIAROSSA 8527
8959
8967
8951
FRECCIAROSSA 9737 · FRECCIAROSSA 8525Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Brescia to Bologna among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £7 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 53m. 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 £7, while a train costs an average of £14.
Distance: 144 km
| Train | Most popular Coach |
|---|---|
£14 Average Price | £7 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 53m Average total duration Fastest 2h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 32m Average total duration 3h 2m 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 Brescia to Bologna trains for today, Saturday 29 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Regionale 16277+ FRECCIAROSSA 8505 | 5:45 Brescia station | 1h59 | 7:44 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale 16277 · Regionale Veloce 3427 | 5:45 Brescia station | 3h01 | 8:46 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale TRENORD 10813 · Regionale TTPER 18113 | 5:49 Brescia station | 3h09 | 8:58 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
S31 TRENORD 20909 · Regionale TRENORD 10815 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 1705 | 6:09 Brescia Borgo San Giovanni | 3h59 | 10:08 Bologna Centrale | 2 changes | |
S31 TRENORD 20909 · Regionale 16017+ FRECCIAROSSA 8513 | 6:09 Brescia Borgo San Giovanni | 2h35 | 8:44 Bologna Centrale | 2 changes | |
8951 | 6:27 Brescia station | 1h47 | 8:14 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 16017+ FRECCIAROSSA 8513 | 6:31 Brescia station | 2h13 | 8:44 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale TRENORD 10914 · S1 TRENORD 25721+ FRECCIAROSSA 9519 | 6:38 Brescia station | 2h46 | 9:24 Bologna Centrale | 2 changes | |
Regionale TRENORD 10513 · Regionale TTPER 11015+ Intercity 605 | 6:40 Brescia station | 3h16 | 9:56 Bologna Centrale | 2 changes | |
Regionale TRENORD 10815 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 1705 | 6:49 Brescia station | 3h19 | 10:08 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
S31 TRENORD 24913 · Regionale TRENORD 10501 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 1717 | 7:09 Brescia Borgo San Giovanni | 3h19 | 10:28 Bologna Centrale | 2 changes | |
S31 TRENORD 24913+ FRECCIAROSSA 9700 · FRECCIAROSSA 9613 | 7:09 Brescia Borgo San Giovanni | 2h25 | 9:34 Bologna Centrale | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9700 · FRECCIAROSSA 9613 | 7:34 Brescia station | 2h00 | 9:34 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale TRENORD 10501 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 1717 | 7:40 Brescia station | 2h48 | 10:28 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9705 · FRECCIAROSSA 8507 | 7:53 Brescia station | 1h51 | 9:44 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
S31 TRENORD 24917+ FRECCIAROSSA 8503 | 8:09 Brescia Borgo San Giovanni | 2h35 | 10:44 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
OROBICA LINE TTPER 18125 · Regionale TTPER 88305 | 8:15 Brescia station | 3h08 | 11:23 Bologna Corticella | 1 change | |
OROBICA LINE TTPER 18125+ Intercity 584 | 8:15 Brescia station | 2h57 | 11:12 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8503 | 8:47 Brescia station | 1h57 | 10:44 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
S31 TRENORD 20921 · Regionale TRENORD 2651 · Regionale Veloce 3753 | 9:09 Brescia Borgo San Giovanni | 2h49 | 11:58 Bologna Centrale | 2 changes | |
S31 TRENORD 20921+ FRECCIAROSSA 9713 · FRECCIAROSSA 9623 | 9:09 Brescia Borgo San Giovanni | 2h55 | 12:04 Bologna Centrale | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9708 · FRECCIAROSSA 9527 | 9:09 Brescia station | 2h15 | 11:24 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9710 · FRECCIAROSSA 9413 | 9:23 Brescia station | 2h36 | 11:59 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale TRENORD 2617 · Regionale Veloce 3753 | 9:33 Brescia station | 2h25 | 11:58 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9713 · FRECCIAROSSA 9623 | 9:39 Brescia station | 2h25 | 12:04 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
S31 TRENORD 20925+ FRECCIAROSSA 9718 · FRECCIAROSSA 8807 | 10:09 Brescia Borgo San Giovanni | 2h33 | 12:42 Bologna Centrale | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9718 · FRECCIAROSSA 8807 | 10:39 Brescia station | 2h03 | 12:42 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
S31 TRENORD 20929 · Regionale TRENORD 2621 · Regionale Veloce 3465 | 11:09 Brescia Borgo San Giovanni | 2h49 | 13:58 Bologna Centrale | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9709 · FRECCIAROSSA 8419 | 11:23 Brescia station | 2h36 | 13:59 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale TRENORD 2621 · Regionale Veloce 3465 | 11:33 Brescia station | 2h25 | 13:58 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
S31 TRENORD 20933+ FRECCIAROSSA 9724 · FRECCIAROSSA 8811 | 12:09 Brescia Borgo San Giovanni | 2h33 | 14:42 Bologna Centrale | 2 changes | |
S31 TRENORD 20933 · Regionale TRENORD 2623 · Regionale 3467 | 12:09 Brescia Borgo San Giovanni | 2h52 | 15:01 Bologna Centrale | 2 changes | |
Regionale TRENORD 2623 · Regionale 3467 | 12:33 Brescia station | 2h28 | 15:01 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9724 · FRECCIAROSSA 8811 | 12:39 Brescia station | 2h03 | 14:42 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
S31 TRENORD 20937 · Regionale TRENORD 2625 · Regionale 3841 | 13:09 Brescia Borgo San Giovanni | 2h58 | 16:07 Bologna Centrale | 2 changes | |
S31 TRENORD 20937+ FRECCIAROSSA 9728 · FRECCIAROSSA 9639 | 13:09 Brescia Borgo San Giovanni | 2h25 | 15:34 Bologna Centrale | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9726 · FRECCIAROSSA 9543 | 13:09 Brescia station | 2h15 | 15:24 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
8959 | 13:29 Brescia station | 1h45 | 15:14 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TRENORD 2625 · Regionale 3841 | 13:33 Brescia station | 2h34 | 16:07 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9728 · FRECCIAROSSA 9639 | 13:39 Brescia station | 1h55 | 15:34 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
S31 TRENORD 20941+ FRECCIAROSSA 9732 · FRECCIAROSSA 9809 | 14:09 Brescia Borgo San Giovanni | 2h41 | 16:50 Bologna Centrale | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9732 · FRECCIAROSSA 9809 | 14:39 Brescia station | 2h11 | 16:50 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
S31 TRENORD 20945+ FRECCIAROSSA 9736 · FRECCIAROSSA 8819 | 15:09 Brescia Borgo San Giovanni | 2h33 | 17:42 Bologna Centrale | 2 changes | |
S31 TRENORD 20945 · Regionale TRENORD 2629 · Regionale 3843 | 15:09 Brescia Borgo San Giovanni | 2h56 | 18:05 Bologna Centrale | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9729 · FRECCIAROSSA 9645 | 15:09 Brescia station | 1h55 | 17:04 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale TRENORD 2629 · Regionale 3843 | 15:33 Brescia station | 2h32 | 18:05 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9736 · FRECCIAROSSA 8819 | 15:39 Brescia station | 2h03 | 17:42 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9737 · FRECCIAROSSA 8525 | 15:53 Brescia station | 1h51 | 17:44 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
S31 TRENORD 20949+ FRECCIAROSSA 9740 · FRECCIAROSSA 9811 | 16:09 Brescia Borgo San Giovanni | 2h33 | 18:42 Bologna Centrale | 2 changes | |
S31 TRENORD 20949+ FRECCIAROSSA 8527 | 16:09 Brescia Borgo San Giovanni | 2h35 | 18:44 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8527 | 17:00 Brescia station | 1h44 | 18:44 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
S31 TRENORD 20953 · Regionale TRENORD 2633 · Regionale 3849 | 17:09 Brescia Borgo San Giovanni | 2h56 | 20:05 Bologna Centrale | 2 changes | |
S31 TRENORD 20953+ FRECCIAROSSA 9749 · FRECCIAROSSA 8529 | 17:09 Brescia Borgo San Giovanni | 2h35 | 19:44 Bologna Centrale | 2 changes | |
8967 | 17:29 Brescia station | 1h45 | 19:14 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TRENORD 2633 · Regionale 3849 | 17:33 Brescia station | 2h32 | 20:05 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale TRENORD 10837 · Regionale TTPER 2091 | 17:49 Brescia station | 3h36 | 21:25 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9749 · FRECCIAROSSA 8529 | 17:53 Brescia station | 1h51 | 19:44 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
S31 TRENORD 20957+ FRECCIAROSSA 9748 · FRECCIAROSSA 9567 | 18:09 Brescia Borgo San Giovanni | 3h15 | 21:24 Bologna Centrale | 2 changes | |
S31 TRENORD 20957 · Regionale TRENORD 10839 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 2479 | 18:09 Brescia Borgo San Giovanni | 4h01 | 22:10 Bologna Centrale | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9748 · FRECCIAROSSA 9567 | 18:39 Brescia station | 2h45 | 21:24 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale TRENORD 10839 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 2479 | 18:49 Brescia station | 3h21 | 22:10 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
S31 TRENORD 20961 · Regionale TRENORD 2637 · Regionale Veloce 3847 | 19:09 Brescia Borgo San Giovanni | 3h36 | 22:45 Bologna Centrale | 2 changes | |
Regionale TRENORD 2637 · Regionale Veloce 3847 | 19:33 Brescia station | 3h12 | 22:45 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
S31 TRENORD 20965 · Regionale TRENORD 2644+ InterCityNotte 755 | 20:09 Brescia Borgo San Giovanni | 3h57 | 0:06 Bologna Centrale | 2 changes | |
S31 TRENORD 20965 · Regionale TRENORD 2644 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 2485 | 20:09 Brescia Borgo San Giovanni | 4h24 | 0:33 Bologna Centrale | 2 changes | |
Regionale TRENORD 2644+ InterCityNotte 755 | 20:28 Brescia station | 3h38 | 0:06 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale TRENORD 2644 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 2485 | 20:28 Brescia station | 4h05 | 0:33 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
| Sunday 30 August | |||||
Regionale TRENORD 10910 · Regionale TRENORD 2153 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 2493 | 4:37 Brescia station | 4h27 | 9:04 Bologna Centrale | 2 changes | |
Regionale TRENORD 2614 · Regionale 2293 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 1715 | 5:28 Brescia station | 4h33 | 10:01 Bologna Centrale | 2 changes | |
Regionale TRENORD 2614+ FRECCIAROSSA 9803 | 5:28 Brescia station | 2h44 | 8:12 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale TRENORD 2614+ Intercity 605 | 5:28 Brescia station | 4h28 | 9:56 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
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Trains from Brescia to Bologna run on average 65 times per day, taking around 2h 23m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £11 but you can travel from only £4 by coach.
There are 5 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 23m |
Cheapest ticket price £11 |
Trains per day 65 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 1h 44m |
First train 0:20 |
Last train 22:56 |
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Discover the best of Bologna — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Bologna trip today.
A major art museum with Italian paintings from the Middle Ages to the modern era, plus temporary exhibitions in the city centre.
Bologna’s modern and contemporary art museum presents rotating exhibitions and a compact permanent collection in a converted industrial space.
An engaging museum on Bologna’s industrial and social history, with working models, scientific instruments, and practical displays for curious visitors.
Bologna’s grand central square is the city’s social and architectural heart, framed by major civic buildings and lively throughout the day.
A long porticoed walk climbing towards San Luca, combining daily local life, historic architecture, and one of Bologna’s classic walking routes.
This covered market street preserves medieval character under porticoes and is ideal for a short walk between historic shops and central landmarks.
Fresh egg pasta ribbons served with slow-cooked ragù. It is Bologna’s signature pasta dish and traditionally differs from spaghetti bolognese found abroad.
Small ring-shaped stuffed pasta served in rich capon or beef broth. A festive classic closely tied to Bolognese family cooking and winter meals.
Green pasta sheets layered with ragù, béchamel and Parmigiano Reggiano. This baked dish is a traditional Sunday and holiday favourite in Bologna.
Historic osteria known for classic Bolognese pasta and traditional meat dishes in a warm, old-world dining room near the city centre.
Refined restaurant serving contemporary Italian cuisine in elegant rooms inside Palazzo Fava, suited to a special-occasion meal.
Long-standing trattoria popular for tortellini, tagliatelle al ragù and other local staples in a simple, bustling setting.
Moderate for Italy: lodging is mid-priced, meals are reasonable, and local buses are cheap, though central hotel rates rise in peak season and during major fairs.
Tipping is modest. Service may be included; round up or leave €1-2 in cafés, 5-10% for very good restaurant service, and round up taxi fares.
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Bologna Centrale -> Piazza Maggiore, Bologna
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Brescia to Bologna 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 Bologna, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Brescia to Bologna trains use the Brescia to Bologna Centrale station pair, with some services arriving at Bologna, Aeroporto. Use this guide to compare Brescia and Bologna train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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.
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.
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