The cheapest and fastest trains from Bologna to Parma
Cheapest price on Sep 08
€9
Average ticket price on Sep 08
€11
Fastest journey on Sep 08
50 m
Average journey duration on Sep 08
52 m
Trains on Sep 08
52
Distance
87 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bologna to Parma is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bologna to Parma will cost around €11 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €9.
On Tue, Sep 08, we found 52 trains from Bologna to Parma, including 52 direct services.
On Tue, Sep 08 the direct trains cover the 87 km distance in an average of 52 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 50 m .
On Tue, Sep 08 the slowest trains will take 55 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.
Regionale Veloce TTPER 24825:50 PM1h08Bologna Centrale6:58 PMParma station€91One-way0 transfers
Regionale TTPER 1741412:50 PM1h14Bologna Centrale2:04 PMParma station€91One-way0 transfers
Regionale Veloce TTPER 39141:33 PM0h58Bologna Centrale2:31 PMParma station€91One-way0 transfers
Regionale Veloce TTPER 39204:33 PM0h58Bologna Centrale5:31 PMParma station€91One-way0 transfers
Regionale Veloce TTPER 24627:50 AM1h08Bologna Centrale8:58 AMParma station€91One-way0 transfers
Intercity 5904:54 PM0h50Bologna Centrale5:44 PMParma station€121One-way0 transfers
Regionale TTPER 20665:00 AM0h50Bologna Centrale5:50 AMParma station€91One-way0 transfers
Intercity 6061:03 PM0h51Bologna Centrale1:54 PMParma station€121One-way0 transfers
FRECCIAROSSA 88183:18 PM0h55Bologna Centrale4:13 PMParma station€231One-way0 transfers
FRECCIAROSSA 88027:18 AM0h55Bologna Centrale8:13 AMParma station€231One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Bologna to Parma
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bologna to Parma among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €9 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 32m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €9, while a bus costs an average of €9.
Distance: 87 km
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
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€9 Average price Cheapest | €9 Average price | €24 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 32m Average total duration Fastest 1h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 1m Average total duration 1h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 16m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Bologna to Parma:
A train is €0.08 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Bologna to Parma costing on average €9.
Other travel options to Parma take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 31m.
Live departures
Bologna to Parma train times
The table below shows live departures for Bologna to Parma trains for today, Monday, September 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Regionale Veloce 3908 | 10:33 AM Bologna Centrale | 0h58 | 11:31 AM Parma station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17412 | 10:50 AM Bologna Centrale | 1h11 | 12:01 PM Parma station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3910 | 11:33 AM Bologna Centrale | 0h58 | 12:31 PM Parma station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2470 | 11:50 AM Bologna Centrale | 1h08 | 12:58 PM Parma station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3912 | 12:33 PM Bologna Centrale | 0h58 | 1:31 PM Parma station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17414 | 12:50 PM Bologna Centrale | 1h14 | 2:04 PM Parma station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3914 | 1:33 PM Bologna Centrale | 0h58 | 2:31 PM Parma station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2474 | 1:50 PM Bologna Centrale | 1h08 | 2:58 PM Parma station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3916 | 2:33 PM Bologna Centrale | 0h58 | 3:31 PM Parma station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17416 | 2:50 PM Bologna Centrale | 1h11 | 4:01 PM Parma station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 608 | 3:04 PM Bologna Centrale | 1h00 | 4:04 PM Parma station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8818 | 3:18 PM Bologna Centrale | 0h55 | 4:13 PM Parma station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3918 | 3:33 PM Bologna Centrale | 0h58 | 4:31 PM Parma station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2478 | 3:50 PM Bologna Centrale | 1h08 | 4:58 PM Parma station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8820 | 4:18 PM Bologna Centrale | 0h55 | 5:13 PM Parma station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3920 | 4:33 PM Bologna Centrale | 0h58 | 5:31 PM Parma station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17418 | 4:50 PM Bologna Centrale | 1h13 | 6:03 PM Parma station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 590 | 4:54 PM Bologna Centrale | 0h50 | 5:44 PM Parma station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8824 | 5:18 PM Bologna Centrale | 0h55 | 6:13 PM Parma station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3922 | 5:33 PM Bologna Centrale | 0h58 | 6:31 PM Parma station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2482 | 5:50 PM Bologna Centrale | 1h08 | 6:58 PM Parma station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17426 | 6:15 PM Bologna Centrale | 1h01 | 7:16 PM Parma station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3924 | 6:33 PM Bologna Centrale | 0h58 | 7:31 PM Parma station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17420 | 6:50 PM Bologna Centrale | 1h08 | 7:58 PM Parma station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 612 | 7:05 PM Bologna Centrale | 1h06 | 8:11 PM Parma station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3926 | 7:33 PM Bologna Centrale | 0h58 | 8:31 PM Parma station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2486 | 7:50 PM Bologna Centrale | 1h08 | 8:58 PM Parma station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3928 | 8:33 PM Bologna Centrale | 0h58 | 9:31 PM Parma station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 596 | 8:46 PM Bologna Centrale | 0h52 | 9:38 PM Parma station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17422 | 8:50 PM Bologna Centrale | 1h11 | 10:01 PM Parma station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3930 | 9:33 PM Bologna Centrale | 0h58 | 10:31 PM Parma station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9330 | 10:16 PM Bologna Centrale | 1h04 | 11:20 PM Parma station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale TTPER 3934 | 10:33 PM Bologna Centrale | 0h59 | 11:32 PM Parma station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Tuesday, September 8 | |||||
Regionale TTPER 17400 | 12:25 AM Bologna Centrale | 1h08 | 1:33 AM Parma station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale TTPER 2066 | 5:00 AM Bologna Centrale | 0h50 | 5:50 AM Parma station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2454 | 5:28 AM Bologna Centrale | 0h57 | 6:25 AM Parma station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2456 | 5:40 AM Bologna Centrale | 0h58 | 6:38 AM Parma station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2458 | 5:53 AM Bologna Centrale | 1h05 | 6:58 AM Parma station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale TTPER 2070 | 6:33 AM Bologna Centrale | 0h59 | 7:32 AM Parma station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17406 | 6:50 AM Bologna Centrale | 1h11 | 8:01 AM Parma station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2460 | 6:58 AM Bologna Centrale | 1h08 | 8:06 AM Parma station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8802 | 7:18 AM Bologna Centrale | 0h55 | 8:13 AM Parma station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3902 | 7:33 AM Bologna Centrale | 0h58 | 8:31 AM Parma station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2462 | 7:50 AM Bologna Centrale | 1h08 | 8:58 AM Parma station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8804 | 8:18 AM Bologna Centrale | 0h55 | 9:13 AM Parma station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3904 | 8:33 AM Bologna Centrale | 0h58 | 9:31 AM Parma station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17410 | 8:50 AM Bologna Centrale | 1h11 | 10:01 AM Parma station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8806 | 9:18 AM Bologna Centrale | 0h55 | 10:13 AM Parma station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3906 | 9:33 AM Bologna Centrale | 0h58 | 10:31 AM Parma station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2466 | 9:50 AM Bologna Centrale | 1h08 | 10:58 AM Parma station | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bologna to Parma
Trains from Bologna to Parma run on average 50 times per day, taking around 1h 2m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €9 but you can travel from only €6 by bus.
There are 49 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:20, the last at 23:52. The fastest train covers the 87 km distance in 58m.
Distance 87 km |
Average train duration 1h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price €9 |
Trains per day 50 |
Direct trains 49 |
Fastest train 58m |
First train 12:20 AM |
Last train 11:52 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 49 days |
Train companies: Regionale, Intercity, Frecciarossa, Intercity Notte, Trenitalia EuroCity from Bologna to Parma trainsRegionale, Intercity, Frecciarossa, Intercity Notte, Trenitalia EuroCity trains will get you between Bologna and Parma from €6. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Bologna to Parma
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bologna to Parma 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 Parma, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Bologna to Parma
Most Bologna to Parma trains use the Bologna Centrale to Parma station pair. Use this guide to compare Bologna and Parma train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Bologna station do trains to Parma leave from?
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, Aeroporto from Bologna city centre
Bologna, Aeroporto is 5 km from Bologna city centre. Public transport options include:
Bologna, Aeroporto train station facilities and services
Bologna, Aeroporto has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Multiple options on site
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free wifi throughout the station. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bologna, Aeroporto.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bologna, Aeroporto: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bologna, Aeroporto: Fully accessible for disabled individuals.
Getting to Bologna S. Vitale from Bologna city centre
Bologna S. Vitale is 2 km from Bologna city centre. Public transport options include:
Bologna S. Vitale train station facilities and services
Bologna S. Vitale has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Bologna S. Vitale.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Bologna S. Vitale.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bologna S. Vitale: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bologna S. Vitale: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bologna S. Vitale: Elevators, ramps.
Which Parma station do trains from Bologna arrive at?
Getting to Parma from Parma city centre
Parma train station facilities and services
Parma has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Angiol d'Or, Enoteca Fontana
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Parma. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Parma. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Parma: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Parma: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Parma: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include NH Parma, Hotel Torino, Hotel Button.
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