The cheapest and fastest trains from Catania Centrale to Bologna Centrale
Cheapest price
£73
Average price
£134
Fastest journey
11 h 1 m
Average duration
12 h 23 m
Trains per day
9
Distance
839 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Catania Centrale to Bologna Centrale is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Catania Centrale to Bologna Centrale will cost around £134 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £73.
Of the 9 trains that leave Catania Centrale for Bologna Centrale every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 839 km distance in an average of 12 h 23 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 11 h 1 m .
The slowest trains will take 13 h 11 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 724+
InterCityNotte 77411:3316h48Catania Centrale4:21Bologna Centrale£731One-way1 change
Intercity 734+
81588:5213h11Catania Centrale22:03Bologna Centrale£921One-way1 change
Intercity 734+
89688:5212h51Catania Centrale21:43Bologna Centrale£921One-way1 change
Intercity 734+
99948:5212h16Catania Centrale21:08Bologna Centrale£941One-way1 change
InterCityNotte 196214:5616h11Catania Centrale7:07Bologna Centrale£991One-way0 changes
Intercity 734+
FRECCIAROSSA 96588:5211h01Catania Centrale19:53Bologna Centrale£1251One-way1 change
Intercity 734+
99948:5212h16Catania Centrale21:08Bologna Centrale£941One-way1 change
InterCityNotte 1960+
FRECCIAROSSA 952022:5812h35Catania Centrale11:33Bologna Centrale£2761One-way1 change
Intercity 734+
89688:5212h51Catania Centrale21:43Bologna Centrale£921One-way1 change
Intercity 734+
81588:5213h11Catania Centrale22:03Bologna Centrale£921One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Catania Centrale to Bologna Centrale
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Catania Centrale to Bologna Centrale among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £27. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 57m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £27, and a flight costs an average of £13.
Distance: 839 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
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£94 Average Price | £50 Average Price Cheapest | £100 Average Price |
13h 51m Average total duration 13h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 16h 9m Average total duration 15h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 57m Average total duration Fastest 1h 57m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Catania Centrale to Bologna Centrale train times
The table below shows live departures for Catania Centrale to Bologna Centrale trains for today, Monday 4 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
InterCityNotte 1960+ Intercity 588 | 22:58 Catania Centrale | 15h49 | 14:47 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
InterCityNotte 1960+ FRECCIAROSSA 9520 | 22:58 Catania Centrale | 12h35 | 11:33 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
| Tuesday 5 May | |||||
Intercity 734+ 8158 | 8:52 Catania Centrale | 13h11 | 22:03 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Intercity 734+ 8968 | 8:52 Catania Centrale | 12h51 | 21:43 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Intercity 734+ FRECCIAROSSA 9658 | 8:52 Catania Centrale | 11h01 | 19:53 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Intercity 734+ 9994 | 8:52 Catania Centrale | 12h16 | 21:08 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Intercity 724+ InterCityNotte 774 | 11:33 Catania Centrale | 16h48 | 4:21 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
InterCityNotte 1962 | 14:56 Catania Centrale | 16h11 | 7:07 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
InterCityNotte 37502+ FRECCIAROSSA 9612 | 19:51 Catania Centrale | 14h02 | 9:53 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Catania Centrale to Bologna Centrale
Trains from Catania Centrale to Bologna Centrale run on average 6 times per day, taking around 13h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £35 but you can travel from only £13 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 07:52, the last at 21:58. The fastest train covers the 839 km distance in 11h 1m.
Distance 839 km |
Average train duration 13h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price £35 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 11h 1m |
First train 7:52 |
Last train 21:58 |
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Train companies: Intercity Notte, Intercity, Frecciarossa from Catania Centrale to Bologna Centrale trainsIntercity Notte, Intercity, Frecciarossa trains will get you between Catania Centrale and Bologna Centrale from £13. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Catania Centrale to Bologna Centrale train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Catania Centrale to Bologna Centrale 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 Centrale, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Catania Centrale and Bologna Centrale
- 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
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