1st Class
- Power plugs
- Wide seats
- Extra legroom
- Quiet zone
- WC
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£22
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£62
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
4 h 38 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
5 h 7 m
Trains on 18 Sept
17
Distance
307 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Innsbruck 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 Innsbruck Hbf to Bologna Centrale will cost around £62 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £22.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 17 trains from Innsbruck Hbf to Bologna Centrale, including 4 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 307 km distance in an average of 5 h 7 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 38 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 44 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.
NJ 295
NJ 40233
RJ 81+
Regionale 3843+
8963
RJ 81+
Regionale 17149+
8963
RJ 81+
Regionale 17115+
8963
RJ 83
RJ 83
NJ 295
NJ 40233
RJ 83+
Regionale 3843+
8963Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Innsbruck Hbf to Bologna Centrale among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £54 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 5h 31m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £54, while a flight costs an average of £262.
Distance: 307 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£54 Average Price Cheapest | £57 Average Price | £262 Average Price | £105 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 31m Average total duration Fastest 5h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 5m Average total duration 5h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 22m Average total duration 8h 22m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 4h 14m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Innsbruck Hbf to Bologna Centrale:
A train is £3 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Innsbruck Hbf to Bologna Centrale costing on average £57.
A train is £208 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Innsbruck Hbf to Bologna Centrale costing on average £262.
Other travel options to Bologna Centrale take longer:
Coach takes on average 5h 35m.
Flight takes on average 8h 22m.
Tickets start at around £54 compared to roughly £105 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £52. The journey takes 5h 1m versus 4h 14m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Direct services run with Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC).
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Innsbruck Hbf to Bologna Centrale trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
NJ 40233 | 3:07 Innsbruck Hbf | 5h18 | 8:25 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
NJ 295 | 3:07 Innsbruck Hbf | 5h18 | 8:25 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
RJ 81+ FRECCIAROSSA 9431 | 9:24 Innsbruck Hbf | 8h35 | 17:59 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
RJ 81+ Regionale Veloce 3981 | 9:24 Innsbruck Hbf | 8h21 | 17:45 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
RJ 81+ Regionale Veloce 3983 | 9:24 Innsbruck Hbf | 9h21 | 18:45 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
RJ 81+ Regionale Veloce 3985 | 9:24 Innsbruck Hbf | 10h26 | 19:50 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
RJ 81+ Regionale 3843+ 8963 | 9:24 Innsbruck Hbf | 7h50 | 17:14 Bologna Centrale | 2 changes | |
RJ 81+ Regionale 17115+ 8963 | 9:24 Innsbruck Hbf | 7h50 | 17:14 Bologna Centrale | 2 changes | |
RJ 81+ Regionale 17149+ 8963 | 9:24 Innsbruck Hbf | 7h50 | 17:14 Bologna Centrale | 2 changes | |
RJ 83 | On time 11:30 Innsbruck Hbf | 4h38 | 16:08 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
RJ 83 | On time 11:30 Innsbruck Hbf | 4h38 | 16:08 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
RJ 83+ Regionale 17115+ 8963 | On time 11:30 Innsbruck Hbf | 5h44 | 17:14 Bologna Centrale | 2 changes | |
RJ 83+ Regionale 3843+ FRECCIAROSSA 8525 | On time 11:30 Innsbruck Hbf | 6h14 | 17:44 Bologna Centrale | 2 changes | |
RJ 83+ Regionale 3843+ 8963 | On time 11:30 Innsbruck Hbf | 5h44 | 17:14 Bologna Centrale | 2 changes | |
RJ 85+ Regionale Veloce 3987 | 13:30 Innsbruck Hbf | 7h15 | 20:45 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
RJ 85+ FRECCIAROSSA 9437 | 13:30 Innsbruck Hbf | 7h29 | 20:59 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
RJ 85+ Regionale Veloce 3989 | 13:30 Innsbruck Hbf | 8h15 | 21:45 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
RJ 85+ Regionale Veloce 3993 | 13:30 Innsbruck Hbf | 10h10 | 23:40 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
RJ 87 | 15:30 Innsbruck Hbf | 4h46 | 20:16 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
RJ 89 | 17:30 Innsbruck Hbf | 4h41 | 22:11 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Innsbruck Hbf to Bologna Centrale run on average 2 times per day, taking around 5h 1m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £26 but you can travel from only £23 by coach.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 09:30, the last at 15:30. The fastest train covers the 307 km distance in 4h 38m.
Distance 307 km |
Average train duration 5h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price £26 |
Trains per day 2 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 4h 38m |
First train 9:30 |
Last train 15:30 |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 14 days |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Innsbruck 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.

Most Innsbruck Hbf to Bologna Centrale trains use the Innsbruck Hbf to Bologna Centrale station pair. Use this guide to compare Innsbruck Hbf and Bologna Centrale train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Innsbruck Hbf 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: Restaurant Europa Stüberl, Die Pizzerei
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Innsbruck Hbf. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Innsbruck Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Innsbruck Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Innsbruck Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Innsbruck Hbf: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Sailer, Grand Hotel Europa, ibis Innsbruck.
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.
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