The cheapest and fastest trains from Salerno to Bologna
Cheapest price
£58
Average price
£86
Fastest journey
3 h 36 m
Average duration
3 h 47 m
Trains per day
66
Distance
509 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Salerno to Bologna is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Salerno to Bologna will cost around £86 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £58.
Of the 66 trains that leave Salerno for Bologna every day 27 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 509 km distance in an average of 3 h 47 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 36 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 59 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.
Intercity 5908:587h52Salerno station16:50Bologna Centrale£581One-way0 changes
Intercity 5908:587h52Salerno station16:50Bologna Centrale£581One-way0 changes
InterCityNotte 794+
Regionale 18511 · Autobus TTPER B04023:1010h40Salerno station13:50Bologna Centrale£621One-way2 changes
InterCityNotte 794+
Regionale 18511 · Autobus TTPER B04023:1010h40Salerno station13:50Bologna Centrale£621One-way2 changes
Intercity 724+
InterCityNotte 77418:399h42Salerno station4:21Bologna Centrale£631One-way1 change
FRECCIAROSSA 965816:173h36Salerno station19:53Bologna Centrale£861One-way0 changes
FRECCIAROSSA 96085:163h37Salerno station8:53Bologna Centrale£861One-way0 changes
FRECCIAROSSA 964213:053h48Salerno station16:53Bologna Centrale£861One-way0 changes
FRECCIAROSSA 8418 · FRECCIAROSSA 96309:593h54Salerno station13:53Bologna Centrale£1121One-way1 change
FRECCIAROSSA 84189:593h59Salerno station13:58Bologna Centrale£2231One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Salerno to Bologna
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Salerno to Bologna among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £9. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 55m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £9, and a flight costs an average of £99.
Distance: 509 km
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£54 Average Price | £17 Average Price Cheapest | £156 Average Price |
6h 46m Average total duration 6h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 44m Average total duration 8h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 55m Average total duration Fastest 1h 55m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 1.3kg CO2 emissions | 1.5 - 3.0kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Salerno to Bologna train times
The table below shows live departures for Salerno to Bologna trains for today, Sunday 31 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
InterCityNotte 1962 | 23:30 Salerno station | 8h31 | 8:01 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
InterCityNotte 1962 | 23:30 Salerno station | 8h31 | 8:01 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
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InterCityNotte 794+ Regionale 18511 · Autobus TTPER B0402 | 3:10 Salerno station | 10h40 | 13:50 Bologna Centrale | 2 changes | |
InterCityNotte 794+ Regionale 18511 · Autobus TTPER B0402 | 3:10 Salerno station | 10h40 | 13:50 Bologna Centrale | 2 changes | |
Autobus NA02D · Autobus NA02C+ FRECCIAROSSA 9612 | 3:50 Duomo - Via Vernieri | 6h03 | 9:53 Bologna Centrale | 2 changes | |
Autobus NA04D · Autobus NA04C+ FRECCIAROSSA 9616 | 4:20 Duomo - Via Vernieri | 6h03 | 10:23 Bologna Centrale | 2 changes | |
Autobus NA06D · Autobus NA06C+ FRECCIAROSSA 8506 | 4:50 Duomo - Via Vernieri | 6h23 | 11:13 Bologna Centrale | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9608 | 5:16 Salerno station | 3h37 | 8:53 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Autobus NA08D · Autobus NA08C+ FRECCIAROSSA 9520 | 5:20 Duomo - Via Vernieri | 6h13 | 11:33 Bologna Centrale | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9612 | 5:38 Salerno station | 4h15 | 9:53 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9516 | 5:50 Salerno station | 4h43 | 10:33 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 5210+ FRECCIAROSSA 9616 | 6:02 Salerno station | 4h21 | 10:23 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9490 | 6:10 Salerno station | 4h48 | 10:58 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9490 · FRECCIAROSSA 9618 | 6:10 Salerno station | 4h43 | 10:53 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
9916 | 6:20 Salerno station | 4h43 | 11:03 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Intercity 510+ FRECCIAROSSA 9520 | 6:36 Salerno station | 4h57 | 11:33 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Intercity 510 · Intercity 588 | 6:36 Salerno station | 8h11 | 14:47 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Intercity 510 · Intercity 588 | 6:36 Salerno station | 8h11 | 14:47 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9414 | 7:13 Salerno station | 4h45 | 11:58 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
9920 | 7:20 Salerno station | 4h43 | 12:03 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9524 · FRECCIAROSSA 9624 | 7:44 Salerno station | 4h39 | 12:23 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9524 | 7:44 Salerno station | 4h49 | 12:33 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 5344+ FRECCIAROSSA 9310 | 8:01 Salerno station | 4h47 | 12:48 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
8910 | 8:44 Salerno station | 4h34 | 13:18 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Intercity 590 | 8:58 Salerno station | 7h52 | 16:50 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Intercity 590 | 8:58 Salerno station | 7h52 | 16:50 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Autobus NA09D+ FRECCIAROSSA 8418 · FRECCIAROSSA 9630 | 9:10 Duomo - Via Vernieri | 4h43 | 13:53 Bologna Centrale | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8509 | 9:11 Salerno station | 4h02 | 13:13 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9514 | 9:23 Salerno station | 4h10 | 13:33 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8418 · FRECCIAROSSA 9630 | 9:59 Salerno station | 3h54 | 13:53 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8418 | 9:59 Salerno station | 3h59 | 13:58 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Autobus NA13D+ FRECCIAROSSA 9584 | 10:10 Duomo - Via Vernieri | 5h23 | 15:33 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9584 | 10:51 Salerno station | 4h42 | 15:33 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Autobus NA17D+ Intercity 700 · Intercity 592 | 11:10 Duomo - Via Vernieri | 8h46 | 19:56 Bologna Centrale | 2 changes | |
Autobus NA17D · Regionale 5346+ FRECCIAROSSA 9540 | 11:10 Duomo - Via Vernieri | 5h23 | 16:33 Bologna Centrale | 2 changes | |
8134 | 11:22 Salerno station | 4h41 | 16:03 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Intercity 700+ FRECCIAROSSA 9540 | 11:40 Salerno station | 4h53 | 16:33 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Intercity 700 · Intercity 592 | 11:40 Salerno station | 8h16 | 19:56 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Autobus NA19D+ Intercity 552 · Intercity 596 | 11:40 Duomo - Via Vernieri | 9h02 | 20:42 Bologna Centrale | 2 changes | |
Intercity 700 · Intercity 592 | 11:40 Salerno station | 8h16 | 19:56 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Intercity 552 · Intercity 596 | 12:23 Salerno station | 8h19 | 20:42 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Intercity 552 · Intercity 596 | 12:23 Salerno station | 8h19 | 20:42 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Autobus NA23D+ FRECCIAROSSA 9642 | 12:40 Duomo - Via Vernieri | 4h13 | 16:53 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9544 | 12:50 Salerno station | 4h43 | 17:33 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9642 | 13:05 Salerno station | 3h48 | 16:53 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Autobus NA25D+ FRECCIAROSSA 9588 | 13:10 Duomo - Via Vernieri | 5h23 | 18:33 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9588 | 13:54 Salerno station | 4h39 | 18:33 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 5266+ FRECCIAROSSA 9428 | 14:01 Salerno station | 4h57 | 18:58 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale 5266+ FRECCIAROSSA 9648 · FRECCIAROSSA 9480 | 14:01 Salerno station | 4h37 | 18:38 Bologna Centrale | 2 changes | |
Intercity 556 · Intercity 598+ Regionale 17852 | 14:37 Salerno station | 9h13 | 23:50 Bologna Centrale | 2 changes | |
Intercity 556 · Intercity 598+ Regionale 17852 | 14:37 Salerno station | 9h13 | 23:50 Bologna Centrale | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9552 | 14:45 Salerno station | 4h48 | 19:33 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Autobus NA35D+ FRECCIAROSSA 9658 | 15:40 Duomo - Via Vernieri | 4h13 | 19:53 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9658 | 16:17 Salerno station | 3h36 | 19:53 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
9954 | 16:25 Salerno station | 4h38 | 21:03 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Autobus NA39D · Regionale 5336+ FRECCIAROSSA 9668 | 16:40 Duomo - Via Vernieri | 5h13 | 21:53 Bologna Centrale | 2 changes | |
Regionale 5340+ FRECCIAROSSA 9668 | 17:07 Salerno station | 4h46 | 21:53 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Autobus NA41D+ FRECCIAROSSA 9592 | 17:10 Duomo - Via Vernieri | 5h25 | 22:35 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
8158 | 17:22 Salerno station | 4h41 | 22:03 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9592 | 17:53 Salerno station | 4h42 | 22:35 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Autobus NA45D+ Intercity 724+ InterCityNotte 774 | 18:10 Duomo - Via Vernieri | 10h11 | 4:21 Bologna Centrale | 2 changes | |
9962 | 18:14 Salerno station | 4h49 | 23:03 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Intercity 724+ InterCityNotte 774 | 18:39 Salerno station | 9h42 | 4:21 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Intercity 724+ InterCityNotte 774 | 18:39 Salerno station | 9h42 | 4:21 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Autobus NA49D+ FRECCIARGENTO 8332+ InterCityNotte 774 | 19:10 Duomo - Via Vernieri | 9h11 | 4:21 Bologna Centrale | 2 changes | |
FRECCIARGENTO 8332+ InterCityNotte 774 | 19:49 Salerno station | 8h32 | 4:21 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Salerno to Bologna
Trains from Salerno to Bologna run on average 70 times per day, taking around 6h 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £17 but you can travel from only £9 by coach.
There are 28 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:44. The fastest train covers the 509 km distance in 4h 22m.
Distance 509 km |
Average train duration 6h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price £17 |
Trains per day 70 |
Direct trains 28 |
Fastest train 4h 22m |
First train 0:01 |
Last train 23:44 |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 77 days |
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FAQs: Salerno to Bologna train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Salerno 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 Salerno and Bologna
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from Piazza Vittorio Veneto.
- Ristorante Cicirinella
- La Botte Pazza
- Puro
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Hotel Plaza
- Grand Hotel Salerno
- Hotel Montestella
- Hotel Montestella
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-5 for trains to Naples, Rome, and regional destinations
- Bus: Several lines available
- Metro: Line 1
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Saturday
- Closed on Sunday
- Parking is available nearby, but specific details are not provided.
- Ristorante Cicirinella
- Osteria dei Sapori
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €1
- Hotel Plaza
- Hotel Montestella
- Grand Hotel Salerno
- Hotel Montestella
- The station is a small regional hub with basic facilities and two platforms.
- Bus: Several local bus lines available
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Saturday
- Closed on Sunday
- Belle Epoque Pub
- Pizzeria La Smorfia
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- €0.50
- Hotel Polo Nautico
- Mediterranea Hotel & Convention Center
- Hotel Novotel Salerno Est Arechi
- Free
- Bus: Several local lines available
- 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
- Free parking available near the station
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- Free of charge
- San Ruffillo House
- Hotel Il Guercino
- Hotel Porta San Mamolo
- The station has a simple layout with two platforms and a small waiting area.
- Bus: Several local bus lines available
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