The cheapest and fastest trains from Edinburgh to Bologna
Cheapest price
£432
Average price
£432
Fastest journey
1 d 54 m
Average duration
1 d 1 h 33 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
1634 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Edinburgh to Bologna is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Edinburgh to Bologna will cost around £432 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £432.
To travel from Edinburgh to Bologna you need to make at least 4 changes.
5:3726h12Edinburgh7:49Bologna£4321One-way4 changes
15:0024h54Edinburgh15:54Bologna£4321One-way4 changes
15:0024h54Edinburgh15:54Bologna£4321One-way4 changes
5:3726h12Edinburgh7:49Bologna£4321One-way4 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Edinburgh to Bologna
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to Bologna among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £96. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 11m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £96, and a train costs an average of £432.
Distance: 1634 km
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Coach |
|---|---|---|
£432 Average Price | £168 Average Price | £155 Average Price Cheapest |
25h 40m Average total duration 25h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 11m Average total duration Fastest 3h 11m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 42h 25m Average total duration 41h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Edinburgh to Bologna train times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to Bologna trains for today, Monday 8 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 15:00 Edinburgh | 24h54 | 15:54 Bologna | 4 changes | |
| Tuesday 9 June | |||||
![]() | 5:37 Edinburgh | 26h12 | 7:49 Bologna | 4 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Edinburgh to Bologna
Trains from Edinburgh to Bologna run on average 1 times per day, taking around 25h 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £432 but you can travel from only £31 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 04:25, the last at 17:56. The fastest train covers the 1634 km distance in 23h 54m.
Distance 1634 km |
Average train duration 25h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price £432 |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 23h 54m |
First train 4:25 |
Last train 17:56 |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) from Edinburgh to Bologna trainsLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) trains will get you between Edinburgh and Bologna from £31. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)
FAQs: Edinburgh to Bologna train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh 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.

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