The cheapest and fastest trains from Sorrento to Bologna
Cheapest price
£53
Average price
£63
Fastest journey
5 h 38 m
Average duration
6 h 58 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
497 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Sorrento to Bologna is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sorrento to Bologna will cost around £63 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £53.
To travel from Sorrento to Bologna you need to make at least one change.
FRECCIAROSSA 9660+
FRECCIALINK LK02814:455h38Sorrento station20:23Bologna Centrale£531One-way1 change
FRECCIAROSSA 9556+
FRECCIALINK LK02814:455h48Sorrento station20:33Bologna Centrale£531One-way1 change
FRECCIAROSSA 9568+
InterCityNotte 774+
FRECCIALINK LK13017:4510h36Sorrento station4:21Bologna Centrale£691One-way2 changes
FRECCIAROSSA 9588+
FRECCIALINK LK03412:455h48Sorrento station18:33Bologna Centrale£781One-way1 change
FRECCIAROSSA 9660+
FRECCIALINK LK02814:455h38Sorrento station20:23Bologna Centrale£531One-way1 change
FRECCIAROSSA 9588+
FRECCIALINK LK03412:455h48Sorrento station18:33Bologna Centrale£781One-way1 change
FRECCIAROSSA 9556+
FRECCIALINK LK02814:455h48Sorrento station20:33Bologna Centrale£531One-way1 change
FRECCIAROSSA 9568+
InterCityNotte 774+
FRECCIALINK LK13017:4510h36Sorrento station4:21Bologna Centrale£691One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Sorrento to Bologna
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Sorrento to Bologna among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £21. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £21, and a flight costs an average of £96.
Distance: 497 km
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£69 Average Price | £44 Average Price Cheapest | £161 Average Price |
5h 40m Average total duration Fastest 5h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 45m Average total duration 8h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 16h 39m Average total duration 13h 39m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Sorrento to Bologna train times
The table below shows live departures for Sorrento to Bologna trains for today, Thursday 9 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FRECCIALINK LK034+ FRECCIAROSSA 9588+ BUS FR588+ FRECCIAROSSA 37530 | 12:45 Sorrento station | 6h48 | 19:33 Bologna Centrale | 3 changes | |
FRECCIALINK LK028+ FRECCIAROSSA 9556+ BUS FR556+ FRECCIAROSSA 37536 | 14:45 Sorrento station | 6h48 | 21:33 Bologna Centrale | 3 changes | |
FRECCIALINK LK230+ FRECCIAROSSA 8332+ InterCityNotte 774 | 17:45 Sorrento station | 10h36 | 4:21 Bologna Centrale | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Sorrento to Bologna
Trains from Sorrento to Bologna run on average 4 times per day, taking around 5h 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £41 but you can travel from only £21 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:44. The fastest train covers the 497 km distance in 5h 38m.
Distance 497 km |
Average train duration 5h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price £41 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 5h 38m |
First train 0:01 |
Last train 23:44 |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 77 days |
Train companies: Italo, Frecciarossa, Ente Autonomo Volturno S.r.l., Campania Express from Sorrento to Bologna trainsItalo, Frecciarossa, Ente Autonomo Volturno S.r.l., Campania Express trains will get you between Sorrento and Bologna from £21. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Frecciarossa
Ente Autonomo Volturno S.r.l.
Campania Express
FAQs: Sorrento to Bologna train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sorrento 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 Sorrento and Bologna
Most Sorrento to Bologna trains use the Sorrento to Bologna Centrale station pair, with some services arriving at Bologna Borgo Panigale. Use this guide to compare Sorrento and Bologna train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Sorrento station do trains to Bologna leave from?
Getting to Sorrento from Sorrento city centre
Sorrento train station facilities and services
Sorrento has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Ristorante Tasso, Il Buco
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Sorrento. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Sorrento. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Sorrento: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Sorrento: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Sorrento: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Grand Hotel Royal, Hotel Mediterraneo, Hotel Bristol.
Which Bologna station do trains from Sorrento 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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