The cheapest and fastest trains from Parma to Bologna
Cheapest price
£8
Average price
£9
Fastest journey
53 m
Average duration
56 m
Trains per day
54
Distance
87 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Parma to Bologna is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Parma to Bologna will cost around £9 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £8.
Of the 54 trains that leave Parma for Bologna every day 54 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 87 km distance in an average of 56 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 53 m .
The slowest trains will take 58 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.
Regionale Veloce TTPER 246715:001h10Parma station16:10Bologna Centrale£81One-way0 changes
Regionale TTPER 174077:551h15Parma station9:10Bologna Centrale£81One-way0 changes
Regionale TTPER 209120:270h58Parma station21:25Bologna Centrale£81One-way0 changes
Regionale Veloce TTPER 39077:270h58Parma station8:25Bologna Centrale£81One-way0 changes
Regionale Veloce TTPER 247921:001h10Parma station22:10Bologna Centrale£81One-way0 changes
Regionale Veloce TTPER 171110:100h53Parma station11:03Bologna Centrale£81One-way0 changes
Regionale Veloce TTPER 17179:330h55Parma station10:28Bologna Centrale£81One-way0 changes
Intercity 59919:060h56Parma station20:02Bologna Centrale£111One-way0 changes
Regionale Veloce 395312:270h57Parma station13:24Bologna Centrale£81One-way0 changes
Regionale TTPER 209120:270h58Parma station21:25Bologna Centrale£81One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Parma to Bologna
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Parma to Bologna among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 0m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £4, and a train costs an average of £8.
Distance: 87 km
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Live departures
Parma to Bologna train times
The table below shows live departures for Parma to Bologna trains for today, Saturday 11 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Regionale TTPER 3943 | 21:27 Parma station | 1h00 | 22:27 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17421 | 21:45 Parma station | 1h12 | 22:57 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TTPER 3951 | 22:27 Parma station | 1h01 | 23:28 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
InterCityNotte 765 | 22:33 Parma station | 1h02 | 23:35 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
InterCityNotte 755 | 23:07 Parma station | 0h59 | 0:06 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2485 | 23:34 Parma station | 0h59 | 0:33 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9561 | 23:41 Parma station | 0h56 | 0:37 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
| Sunday 12 July | |||||
Regionale TTPER 17401 | 4:25 Parma station | 1h07 | 5:32 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17403 | 6:00 Parma station | 1h10 | 7:10 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3905 | 6:15 Parma station | 1h14 | 7:29 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 1797 | 6:45 Parma station | 1h15 | 8:00 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Intercity 603 | 6:51 Parma station | 1h06 | 7:57 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TTPER 18123 | 6:59 Parma station | 1h20 | 8:19 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9303 | 7:05 Parma station | 1h04 | 8:09 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3907 | 7:27 Parma station | 0h58 | 8:25 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Intercity 583 | 7:47 Parma station | 1h03 | 8:50 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17407 | 7:55 Parma station | 1h15 | 9:10 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2493 | 8:06 Parma station | 0h58 | 9:04 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 1703 | 8:27 Parma station | 0h58 | 9:25 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8803 | 8:43 Parma station | 0h59 | 9:42 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Intercity 605 | 8:57 Parma station | 0h59 | 9:56 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 1705 | 9:00 Parma station | 1h08 | 10:08 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TTPER 18127 | 9:16 Parma station | 1h02 | 10:18 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 1717 | 9:33 Parma station | 0h55 | 10:28 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 1711 | 10:10 Parma station | 0h53 | 11:03 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3915 | 10:27 Parma station | 0h58 | 11:25 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Intercity 607 | 10:54 Parma station | 1h02 | 11:56 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2459 | 11:00 Parma station | 1h10 | 12:10 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3917 | 11:27 Parma station | 0h58 | 12:25 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3953 | 12:27 Parma station | 0h57 | 13:24 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Intercity 609 | 12:55 Parma station | 1h01 | 13:56 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 1799 | 13:02 Parma station | 0h58 | 14:00 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3925 | 13:27 Parma station | 0h58 | 14:25 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17415 | 13:58 Parma station | 1h12 | 15:10 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3927 | 14:27 Parma station | 0h58 | 15:25 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2467 | 15:00 Parma station | 1h10 | 16:10 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Intercity 597 | 15:09 Parma station | 1h05 | 16:14 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3929 | 15:27 Parma station | 0h58 | 16:25 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17417 | 15:58 Parma station | 1h12 | 17:10 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3931 | 16:27 Parma station | 0h58 | 17:25 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Intercity 613 | 16:50 Parma station | 1h04 | 17:54 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2471 | 17:00 Parma station | 1h10 | 18:10 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TTPER 3955 | 17:19 Parma station | 1h01 | 18:20 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3935 | 17:27 Parma station | 0h58 | 18:25 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17419 | 17:58 Parma station | 1h12 | 19:10 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3937 | 18:27 Parma station | 0h58 | 19:25 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8823 | 18:43 Parma station | 0h59 | 19:42 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2475 | 19:00 Parma station | 1h16 | 20:16 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Intercity 599 | 19:06 Parma station | 0h56 | 20:02 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3939 | 19:27 Parma station | 0h58 | 20:25 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8825 | 19:43 Parma station | 0h59 | 20:42 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2477 | 19:52 Parma station | 1h13 | 21:05 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TTPER 2091 | 20:27 Parma station | 0h58 | 21:25 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8829 | 20:43 Parma station | 0h59 | 21:42 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2479 | 21:00 Parma station | 1h10 | 22:10 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Parma to Bologna
Trains from Parma to Bologna run on average 47 times per day, taking around 1h 0m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £8 but you can travel from only £4 by coach.
There are 46 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:20, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 87 km distance in 58m.
Distance 87 km |
Average train duration 1h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price £8 |
Trains per day 47 |
Direct trains 46 |
Fastest train 58m |
First train 0:20 |
Last train 23:55 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 91 days |
Train companies: Regionale, Intercity, Frecciarossa, Intercity Notte from Parma to Bologna trainsRegionale, Intercity, Frecciarossa, Intercity Notte trains will get you between Parma and Bologna from £4. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Parma to Bologna train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Parma 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.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Parma and Bologna
Most Parma to Bologna trains use the Parma to Bologna Centrale station pair, with some services arriving at Bologna, Aeroporto. Use this guide to compare Parma and Bologna train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Parma station do trains to Bologna leave from?
Getting to Parma from Parma city centre
Parma train station facilities and services
Parma 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 and drink
Food options include: Angiol d'Or, Enoteca Fontana
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Parma. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Parma. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Parma: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Parma: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Parma: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include NH Parma, Hotel Torino, Hotel Button.
Which Bologna station do trains from Parma arrive at?
Getting to Bologna Centrale from Bologna city centre
Bologna Centrale is 1 km from Bologna city centre. Public transport options include:
Bologna Centrale train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: Burger King, A Cafè, VyTA Boulangerie, Venchi, Scambio, Juice Bar, KFC, Dispensa Emilia, Lavazza, Mokà, & more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. . ATMs are aTM is located in the main hall.
Tickets and information
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 and lost property
Luggage storage is luggage facility, open daily from 07:00 to 22:00, is located in front of binario 7 Ovest (Track 7 West).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bologna Centrale: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bologna Centrale: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
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.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Starhotels Excelsior, Millenn Hotel Bologna, UNA Hotels.
Getting to Bologna Borgo Panigale from Bologna city centre
Bologna Borgo Panigale is 4 km from Bologna city centre. Public transport options include:
Bologna Borgo Panigale train station facilities and services
Bologna Borgo Panigale has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Ristorante Il Patio, Trattoria Bonora
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bologna Borgo Panigale. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bologna Borgo Panigale: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bologna Borgo Panigale: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bologna Borgo Panigale: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Flyon Hotel, Hotel Bologna Airport, Hotel Del Borgo.
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