The cheapest and fastest trains from Nuremberg Hbf to Bologna Centrale
Cheapest price
£83
Average price
£127
Fastest journey
8 h 4 m
Average duration
8 h 8 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
550 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Nuremberg 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 Nuremberg Hbf to Bologna Centrale will cost around £127 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £83.
Of the 3 trains that leave Nuremberg Hbf for Bologna Centrale every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 550 km distance in an average of 8 h 8 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 8 h 4 m .
The slowest trains will take 8 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.






Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Nuremberg Hbf to Bologna Centrale
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Nuremberg Hbf to Bologna Centrale among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £34. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 7h 50m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £34, and a flight costs an average of £89.
Distance: 550 km
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£113 Average Price | £54 Average Price Cheapest | £185 Average Price |
8h 20m Average total duration Fastest 7h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 34m Average total duration 10h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 19h 58m Average total duration 16h 58m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Nuremberg Hbf to Bologna Centrale train times
The table below shows live departures for Nuremberg Hbf to Bologna Centrale trains for today, Saturday 20 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 09:56 Nuremberg Hbf | 8h20 | 18:16 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 09:59 Nuremberg Hbf | 8h17 | 18:16 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Nuremberg Hbf to Bologna Centrale
Trains from Nuremberg Hbf to Bologna Centrale run on average 3 times per day, taking around 7h 50m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £35 but you can travel from only £34 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:59, the last at 12:09. The fastest train covers the 550 km distance in 7h 57m.
Distance 550 km |
Average train duration 7h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price £35 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 7h 57m |
First train 05:59 |
Last train 12:09 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Nuremberg Hbf to Bologna Centrale trainsDeutsche Bahn trains will get you between Nuremberg Hbf and Bologna Centrale from £34. 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.
FAQs: Nuremberg Hbf to Bologna Centrale train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nuremberg 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 Nuremberg Hbf and Bologna Centrale
- Mon - Fri: 07:00 - 21:00
- Sat: 09:00 - 19:00
- Sun: 10:00 - 20:00
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Luggage lockers are located close to Platform 5.
- Burger King
- Cantina Estacion Mediterrano
- Coffee Fellows
- Dallmayr Cafebar
- Dunkin' Donuts
- KFC
- McDonald's
- Subway
- Sportsbar
- Istanbul Döner
- & many more
- Elevators, escalators, tactile guiding strips, wheelchair access. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
- IntercityHotel Nuremberg
- Park Plaza Nuremberg
- Novotel Nürnberg Centre Ville
- Located near the main entrance, close to the escalators.
- 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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