How to get to Berlin from Bologna

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Compare coach, train and flight for Bologna to Berlin

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Bologna to Berlin among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £79 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 17m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.3 - 0.8kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £79, while a flight costs an average of £329.

Distance: 906 km

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Driving

£329

Average Price

£134

Average Price

£79

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Cheapest

£208

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(fuel + tolls)

5h 17m

Average total duration

Fastest

3h 17m

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2h 0m

Additional time*

12h 27m

Average total duration

11h 57m

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30m

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17h 15m

Average total duration

16h 45m

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30m

Additional time*

12h 30m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

2.7 - 5.4kg

CO2 emissions

0.3 - 0.8kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.9 - 2.3kg

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Air Dolomiti

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Deutsche Bahn

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FlixBus

Most popular bus company

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Bologna to Berlin is a coach with an average price of £79.

This is compared to other travel options from Bologna to Berlin:

A coach is £55 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bologna to Berlin costing on average £134.

A coach is £251 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bologna to Berlin costing on average £329.

The fastest way to travel from Bologna to Berlin is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 17m.

Other travel options to Berlin take longer:

Train takes on average 12h 27m.

Coach takes on average 17h 15m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Bologna and Berlin including taking a coach, train and flight.
Take the flight. It's the quicker way to make this trip, and the time saved usually justifies the slightly higher cost.

You'll arrive about 9h 13m sooner (3h 17m by flight vs 12h 30m by car). Tickets start at around £329 compared to roughly £208 in fuel and tolls — a bit more, but you get time back and avoid a long drive.

Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group, want flexibility on timing, or plan to stop en route.

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from Bologna to Berlin

How to get to Berlin from Bologna by train, bus, flight or ferry.

Our recommendation

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The best way to travel from Bologna to Berlin is by taking a coach because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    22:0015h45
    Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
    13:45Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB)
    £681One-way
    0 changes

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    22:0015h45
    Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
    13:45Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB)
    £681One-way
    0 changes

Fastest

  • Air DolomitiOS518+Austrian AirlinesOS239
    19:103h00
    Bologna Airport
    22:10Berlin Brandenburg Airport
    £2721One-way
    1 change

Other options

  • Deutsche BahnRJ 88 · ICE 504 · ICE 370
    7:4511h32
    Bologna Centrale
    19:17Berlin Hbf
    £2891One-way
    2 changes
  • Deutsche BahnRJ 88 · ICE 504
    7:4511h44
    Bologna Centrale
    19:29Berlin Hbf
    £2891One-way
    1 change
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    23:3018h55
    Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
    18:25Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz
    £931One-way
    1 change
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    23:3021h25
    Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
    20:55Berlin, Alexanderplatz
    £931One-way
    1 change
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus+FlixTrainFlixTrain
    13:4020h13
    Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
    9:53Berlin Südkreuz station
    £941One-way
    2 changes
  • RegionaleRegionale Veloce TTPER 2490+Malpensa ExpressRegionale TRENORD 2962+easyJetU25088
    13:509h10
    Bologna Centrale
    23:00Berlin Brandenburg Airport
    £1361One-way
    2 changes
  • RegionaleRegionale TTPER 17414 · Regionale TTPER 2472+Malpensa ExpressRegionale TRENORD 2958+easyJetU25088
    12:5010h10
    Bologna Centrale
    23:00Berlin Brandenburg Airport
    £1361One-way
    3 changes
  • RegionaleRegionale Veloce TTPER 2470+Malpensa ExpressRegionale TRENORD 2954+easyJetU25088
    11:5011h10
    Bologna Centrale
    23:00Berlin Brandenburg Airport
    £1361One-way
    2 changes

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Best day trips from Berlin by train

The most popular day trips by train from Berlin are Potsdam, Leipzig, Dresden, Lutherstadt Wittenberg and Rostock. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Berlin on Omio.

A view of Potsdam

Day trip from Berlin to Potsdam by train

Why visit Potsdam for the day?

Potsdam is known for its Prussian palaces, grand parks and the rococo beauty of Sanssouci. With elegant streets, lakes and deep ties to German history, it feels calmer than nearby Berlin.

A view of Leipzig

Day trip from Berlin to Leipzig by train

Why visit Leipzig for the day?

Leipzig is known for Bach, the Thomaskirche and a long tradition of trade and publishing. Its compact centre combines grand historic architecture with creative neighbourhoods, canals and a youthful cultural scene.

A view of Dresden

Day trip from Berlin to Dresden by train

Why visit Dresden for the day?

Dresden is known for its baroque skyline, major art collections and the restored Frauenkirche. Set on the Elbe, it balances a grand historic centre with lively modern districts.

A view of Lutherstadt Wittenberg

Day trip from Berlin to Lutherstadt Wittenberg by train

Why visit Lutherstadt Wittenberg for the day?

Lutherstadt Wittenberg is best known as the town of Martin Luther and the Reformation. Its compact Altstadt, UNESCO churches and Renaissance streets give it a calm, scholarly feel.

A view of Rostock

Day trip from Berlin to Rostock by train

Why visit Rostock for the day?

Rostock is a Hanseatic city on Germany’s Baltic coast, known for brick Gothic architecture and a strong maritime identity. Its historic centre, working port and link to Warnemünde give it a practical seaside character.

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FAQs: Bologna to Berlin

Travel to Berlin easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Bologna to Berlin.

FAQs
There are 3 options to travel between Bologna and Berlin including taking a coach, train and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Bologna to Berlin is a coach with an average price of £79.

This is compared to other travel options from Bologna to Berlin:

A coach is £55 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bologna to Berlin costing on average £134.

A coach is £251 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bologna to Berlin costing on average £329.

The fastest way to travel from Bologna to Berlin is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 17m.

Other travel options to Berlin take longer:

Train takes on average 12h 27m.

Coach takes on average 17h 15m.

The Bologna to Berlin distance is approximately 906 km.
The average frequency per day from Bologna to Berlin is:
  • Around 55 flights per day.
  • Around 9 coaches per day.
  • Around 2 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Bologna and Berlin as scheduled services by coach, train and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Bologna to Berlin:
  • Flights mostly depart from Bologna Airport and arrive in Berlin Brandenburg Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Bologna Centrale and arrive in Berlin Hbf.
  • Coaches mostly depart from Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) and arrive in Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Bologna to Berlin, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn to go to Berlin by train.
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Berlin by coach.
  • Travel with Malta Air, Ryanair, Air Dolomiti, Swiss, Eurowings, Austrian Airlines, KLM, KLM Cityhopper, Air France, Lufthansa, Brussels Airlines, Norwegian Air Shuttle, Air Baltic, Sas Airways, Lufthansa Cityline, Avion Express Malta, braathens regional aviation, Helvetic Airways, Lot Polish Airlines, British Airways, Edelweiss Air, Transavia France, Luxair, Smartwings, ITA, TAP Portugal to go to Berlin by flight.
Yes, there are direct services available from Bologna to Berlin with the following travel companies:
  • 1 direct coaches per day with FlixBus.
  • 1 direct flights per day with Malta Air, Ryanair.
Omio customers who travel from Bologna to Berlin often also extend their vacation to go to Prague, Paris, Amsterdam, Dresden, Munich. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Berlin and these popular destinations at a great price.
To get from Bologna to Berlin, you can choose from several travel options including coach, train and flight.
In Berlin, you can explore the vibrant street art scene in Kreuzberg and enjoy a leisurely boat tour on the River Spree. Visit the bustling markets at Mauerpark and experience the nightlife in the trendy district of Friedrichshain. Don't miss attending a classical concert at the Berlin Philharmonic. For sightseeing, the Brandenburg Gate, Berlin Wall Memorial, Museum Island, Reichstag Building, and Charlottenburg Palace offer rich historical and cultural experiences.
To fully experience Berlin, a visit of 3 to 4 days is recommended, allowing time to explore key attractions such as the Brandenburg Gate, the Berlin Wall, and Museum Island.

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