The cheapest and fastest trains from Heidelberg Hbf to Bologna Centrale
Cheapest price
£149
Average price
£156
Fastest journey
9 h 41 m
Average duration
10 h 47 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
581 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Heidelberg Hbf 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 Heidelberg Hbf to Bologna Centrale will cost around £156 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £149.
To travel from Heidelberg Hbf to Bologna Centrale you need to make at least 4 changes.










Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Heidelberg Hbf to Bologna Centrale
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Heidelberg Hbf to Bologna Centrale among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £37. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 9h 50m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £37, and a flight costs an average of £109.
Distance: 581 km
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Live departures
Heidelberg Hbf to Bologna Centrale train times
The table below shows live departures for Heidelberg Hbf to Bologna Centrale trains for tomorrow, Monday 12 January. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 00:06 Heidelberg Hbf | 16h02 | 16:08 Bologna Centrale | 5 changes | |
![]() | 06:15 Heidelberg Hbf | 11h50 | 18:05 Bologna Centrale | 5 changes | |
![]() | 07:12 Heidelberg Hbf | 10h42 | 17:54 Bologna Centrale | 4 changes | |
![]() | 08:43 Heidelberg Hbf | 11h22 | 20:05 Bologna Centrale | 5 changes | |
![]() | 09:13 Heidelberg Hbf | 10h21 | 19:34 Bologna Centrale | 4 changes |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Heidelberg Hbf to Bologna Centrale
Trains from Heidelberg Hbf to Bologna Centrale run on average 2 times per day, taking around 9h 50m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £91 but you can travel from only £37 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:15, the last at 07:13. The fastest train covers the 581 km distance in 9h 53m.
Distance 581 km |
Average train duration 9h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price £91 |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 9h 53m |
First train 04:15 |
Last train 07:13 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Südwestdeutsche Landesverkehrs-GmbH (SWEG) from Heidelberg Hbf to Bologna Centrale trainsDeutsche Bahn, Südwestdeutsche Landesverkehrs-GmbH (SWEG) trains will get you between Heidelberg Hbf and Bologna Centrale from £37. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
Südwestdeutsche Landesverkehrs-GmbH (SWEG)
FAQs: Heidelberg Hbf to Bologna Centrale train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Heidelberg Hbf 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 Heidelberg Hbf and Bologna Centrale
- Monday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Tuesday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Wednesday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Thursday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Friday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Saturday: 09:00 - 19:00
- Sunday: 09:00 - 19:00
- Heid´s Grill
- McDonald's
- Uuuhmami
- Taj Mahal
- Leonardo Hotel
- Qube Hotel
- NH Heidelberg
- Krokodil
- 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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