Train tickets from Naples to Bologna

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Next departures from Naples to Bologna on 2 November
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Italo
    Napoli Centrale
    Bologna CentraleCheapest
    Italo
      Napoli Centrale
      Bologna CentraleFastest
      Italo
        Napoli Centrale
        Bologna CentraleNo tags
        Trenitalia Frecciarossa
          Napoli Centrale
          Bologna CentraleNo tags
          Italo
            Napoli Centrale
            Bologna CentraleNo tags

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            We recommend taking the train

            Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Bologna. The journey takes about 3 hours 43 minutes and with fares starting at just US$45, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

            27train per day
            3h 43mAverage duration
            472 kmDistance
            11kgCO₂ emissions
            Average priceUS$8 - US$172Average duration8h 20m
            12kg CO₂e
            Average priceUS$45 - US$387Average duration3h 43m
            11kg CO₂e
            Carpool
            Average priceUS$29 - US$79Average duration5h 50m
            20kg CO₂e

            Train Naples to Bologna: Trip Overview

            Please note, this information is subject to change.

            Average ticket priceUS$97
            Average train trip duration3h 43m
            Number of daily trains27
            Earliest train departure07:02
            Distance471 km
            Latest train departure19:20

            Naples to Bologna Train

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            Frequently asked questions on the trip Naples - Bologna

            1. How much does a cheap train ticket from Naples to Bologna cost?

              The average train ticket price from Naples to Bologna is US$97. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Naples to Bologna is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

            2. How long is the train trip from Naples to Bologna?

              A train trip between Naples and Bologna is around 3h 43m, although the fastest train will take about 3h 23m. This is the time it takes to travel the 472 km that separates the two cities.

            3. How many daily train are there between Naples and Bologna?

              The number of trains from Naples to Bologna can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 27. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Naples to Bologna by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

            4. Which train companies travel from Naples to Bologna?

              When taking the train from Naples to Bologna, you can travel comfortably and safely with Italo, Trenitalia.

            5. What are the departure and arrival stations for a train from Naples to Bologna?

              Trains travelling between Naples and Bologna leave from Napoli Centrale or Afragola and arrive at Bologna, Corticella, San Ruffillo.

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            Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

            Best price found
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            US$106
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            US$101
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            US$101
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            US$105
            03/11
            US$94
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            US$78
            05/11
            US$72
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            US$72
            busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Naples to Bologna was searched and found on 05 Nov 2025 with a price of US$72

            To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Naples to Bologna as early as possible.

            You can expect to pay from US$72 to US$381 for a train ticket from Naples to Bologna based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$72, which is on 2025-11-05.

            Usually Trenitalia will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

            About Train Travel

            Train Travel Tips

            Do you like to go fast? With high-speed trains going faster than 300 km/h on certain routes, the time will fly by. Taking a train between Naples and Bologna is also a great way to travel to arrive in the city centre and save more time for your stay in Bologna.

            Regional train? High-speed train? Whichever train to Bologna you take, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

            With up to 30x less CO2 emissions for your train journey between Naples and Bologna, the train is an ecological alternative to flights or personal cars.

            Make a music playlist for your train ride from Naples to Bologna and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

            Did you know?

            The first high-speed train line was inaugurated in 1964, in Japan, to connect Tokyo with Osaka. It was during the Olympics that the first passengers travelled aboard the Shinkansen at a speed of 210 km / h.

            The magnetic levitation train (Maglev for short) is currently the fastest train in the world. With a speed of 603 km/ h, it is closely followed by the French high-speed train (574.8 km / h) which remains in 2020, the fastest train to date

            One of the deepest train stations in the world is in Kiev. Located at a depth of 105m, it was designed in this way to serve as a shelter in the event of an attack. The second deepest station is in China. Badaling station is located 60m under the Great Wall of China!

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