The cheapest and fastest trains from Bologna to Innsbruck
Cheapest price
€65
Average price
€65
Fastest journey
4 h 49 m
Average duration
4 h 49 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
309 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bologna to Innsbruck is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bologna to Innsbruck will cost around €65 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €65.
It's difficult to get from Bologna to Innsbruck without transferring at least once.
RJ 82+
S 3
RJ 82+
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Compare bus and train for Bologna to Innsbruck
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bologna to Innsbruck among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €22. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 14m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €22, and a train costs an average of €36.
Distance: 309 km
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€64 Average price | €35 Average price Cheapest |
5h 44m Average total duration Fastest 5h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 0m Average total duration 5h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Bologna to Innsbruck train times
The table below shows live departures for Bologna to Innsbruck trains for today, Wednesday, January 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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RJ 82+ S 3 | 12:52 PM Bologna Centrale | 4h49 | 5:41 PM Innsbruck Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| Thursday, January 15 | |||||
![]() | 5:45 AM Bologna | 4h51 | 10:36 AM Innsbruck | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:52 AM Bologna | 4h44 | 12:36 PM Innsbruck | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Overview: Train from Bologna to Innsbruck
Trains from Bologna to Innsbruck run on average 3 times per day, taking around 5h 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €36 but you can travel from only €22 by bus.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 22:54. The fastest train covers the 309 km distance in 3h 46m.
Distance 309 km |
Average train duration 5h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price €36 |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 3h 46m |
First train 00:05 |
Last train 22:54 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), Regionale, Italo, Frecciarossa, ÖBB Nightjet from Bologna to Innsbruck trainsDeutsche Bahn, ÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), Regionale, Italo, Frecciarossa, ÖBB Nightjet trains will get you between Bologna and Innsbruck from €22. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
ÖBB | Railjet
ÖBB | Euro City (EC)
Regionale
Italo
Frecciarossa
ÖBB Nightjet
FAQs: Trains from Bologna to Innsbruck
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bologna to Innsbruck 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 Innsbruck, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

When departing from Bologna, you have various train station options to start your journey from including Bologna Centrale, Bologna, Aeroporto and Bologna Borgo Panigale. When arriving in Innsbruck, you can end your route in train stations like Innsbruck Hbf, Innsbruck, Südtiroler Platz Hbf (Steig D-F) and Innsbruck Westbahnhof.
Passengers board the train most frequently from Bologna Centrale, which is located around 1.6 miles (2.5 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Innsbruck Hbf, located 0.4 miles (708 m) away from the city centre.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Bologna to Innsbruck
- 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
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available near the station with several spaces for short-term and long-term parking.
- Ristorante Il Patio
- Trattoria Bonora
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Flyon Hotel
- Hotel Bologna Airport
- Hotel Del Borgo
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and platforms
- Hall 2: waiting area and restrooms
- Bus: Several lines available connecting to Bologna city center
- Taxi services available
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible via Südtiroler Platz.
- Restaurant Europa Stüberl
- Die Pizzerei
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Hotel Sailer
- Grand Hotel Europa
- ibis Innsbruck
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-8 for trains to Germany, Switzerland, Italy, and regional destinations
- Hall 2: tram and bus connections
- Tram: Line 1, Line 3
- Bus: Several lines available
- S-Bahn: Lines S1, S2, S3
- Parking is available near the station, with limited spaces.
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- Hotel Sailer
- NALA Individuellhotel
- Hotel Zach
- The station is a small regional hub with basic facilities, primarily serving local and regional routes.
- Bus: Several local lines available
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