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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Zurich HB to Bologna Centrale
Cheapest price
£83
Average price
£93
Fastest journey
5 h 1 m
Average duration
6 h 21 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
386 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Zurich HB 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 Zurich HB to Bologna Centrale will cost around £93 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £83.
Of the 5 trains that leave Zurich HB for Bologna Centrale every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 386 km distance in an average of 6 h 21 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 1 m .
The slowest trains will take 6 h 51 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 Zurich HB to Bologna Centrale
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Zurich HB to Bologna Centrale among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £20. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 5m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £20, and a flight costs an average of £77.
Distance: 386 km
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£86 Average Price | £36 Average Price Cheapest | £180 Average Price |
5h 53m Average total duration 5h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 23m Average total duration 7h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 5m Average total duration Fastest 1h 5m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Zurich HB to Bologna Centrale train times
The table below shows live departures for Zurich HB to Bologna Centrale trains for tomorrow, Sunday 18 January. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04:33 Zurich HB | 6h51 | 11:24 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
| 07:33 Zurich HB | 6h37 | 14:10 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
| 10:33 Zurich HB | 6h37 | 17:10 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
| 13:33 Zurich HB | 6h37 | 20:10 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
| 15:33 Zurich HB | 5h01 | 20:34 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Zurich HB to Bologna Centrale
Switzerland
Italy
Trains from Zurich HB to Bologna Centrale run on average 16 times per day, taking around 5h 23m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £46 but you can travel from only £20 by coach.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:33, the last at 15:33. The fastest train covers the 386 km distance in 4h 51m.
Distance 386 km |
Average train duration 5h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price £46 |
Trains per day 16 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 4h 51m |
First train 04:33 |
Last train 15:33 |
Train companies: Trenitalia, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) from Zurich HB to Bologna Centrale trainsTrenitalia, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) trains will get you between Zurich HB and Bologna Centrale from £20. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Trenitalia
Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS)
FAQs: Zurich HB to Bologna Centrale train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zurich HB 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 Zurich HB and Bologna Centrale
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Shower
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
Luggage Carts
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Gessnerallee and Sihlquai.
- Restaurant Au Premier
- Brasserie Federal
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 2
- Hotel Schweizerhof Zürich
- Hotel St. Gotthard
- Central Plaza Hotel
- Cost CHF 12
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- 1,300 places, mostly covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 3-18 for long-distance trains
- Hall 2: S-Bahn platforms 21-24
- Hall 3: underground S-Bahn platforms 41-44
- Tram: Lines 3, 4, 6, 7, 10, 13, 14
- Bus: Several lines available
- S-Bahn: Lines S2, S3, S5, S6, S7, S8, S9, S11, S12, S15, S16, S24
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk- 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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