The cheapest and fastest trains from Bologna to Zurich
Cheapest price
€119
Average price
€146
Fastest journey
5 h 9 m
Average duration
5 h 32 m
Trains per day
9
Distance
385 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bologna to Zurich is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bologna to Zurich will cost around €146 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €119.
It's difficult to get from Bologna to Zurich without transferring at least once.
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2462+
EuroCity 150
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2458+
EuroCity 14
InterCityNotte 752+
EuroCity 12
9968+
EuroCity 150
9966+
EuroCity 150
FRECCIAROSSA 9512+
EuroCity 150
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9504+
EuroCity 14
9968+
EuroCity 150
9908+
EuroCity 150
9966+
EuroCity 150Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Bologna to Zurich
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bologna to Zurich among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €18. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 7m. 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 €18, and a flight costs an average of €88.
Distance: 385 km
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
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€102 Average price | €35 Average price Cheapest | €241 Average price |
5h 52m Average total duration 5h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 47m Average total duration 9h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 7m Average total duration Fastest 2h 7m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions | 1.2 - 2.3kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Bologna to Zurich train times
The table below shows live departures for Bologna to Zurich trains for today, Friday, February 27. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FRECCIAROSSA 9540+ EuroCity 36 | 3:36 PM Bologna Centrale | 4h51 | 8:27 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 590+ EuroCity 28 | 3:54 PM Bologna Centrale | 6h33 | 10:27 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9544+ EuroCity 126 | 4:36 PM Bologna Centrale | 4h51 | 9:27 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9588+ EuroCity 28 | 5:36 PM Bologna Centrale | 4h51 | 10:27 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
| Saturday, February 28 | |||||
InterCityNotte 752+ EuroCity 12 | 4:06 AM Bologna Centrale | 6h39 | 10:45 AM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2458+ EuroCity 14 | 4:53 AM Bologna Centrale | 6h52 | 11:45 AM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9504+ EuroCity 14 | 6:31 AM Bologna Centrale | 5h14 | 11:45 AM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2462+ EuroCity 150 | 6:50 AM Bologna Centrale | 6h55 | 1:45 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
9904+ EuroCity 150 | 7:06 AM Bologna Centrale | 6h39 | 1:45 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
9966+ EuroCity 150 | 7:41 AM Bologna Centrale | 6h04 | 1:45 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
9908+ EuroCity 150 | 8:06 AM Bologna Centrale | 5h39 | 1:45 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
9968+ EuroCity 150 | 8:11 AM Bologna Centrale | 5h34 | 1:45 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9512+ EuroCity 150 | 8:36 AM Bologna Centrale | 5h09 | 1:45 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bologna to Zurich
Trains from Bologna to Zurich run on average 18 times per day, taking around 5h 22m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €61 but you can travel from only €18 by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 20:50. The fastest train covers the 385 km distance in 4h 51m.
Distance 385 km |
Average train duration 5h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price €61 |
Trains per day 18 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 4h 51m |
First train 00:02 |
Last train 20:50 |
Train companies: Trenitalia, Trenitalia EuroCity, Frecciarossa from Bologna to Zurich trainsTrenitalia, Trenitalia EuroCity, Frecciarossa trains will get you between Bologna and Zurich from €18. 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 Zurich
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bologna to Zurich 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 Zurich, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Bologna to Zurich
- 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 - 8:00 PM Monday - Saturday
- Closed on Sunday
- Parking is available near the station, with spaces for short-term and long-term parking.
- CA.FÉ MAZZINI
- Gelateria Mazzini
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- €1
- Hotel Camplus Mazzini
- Hotel Blumen
- Hotel Sant'Orsola City House
- The station has a simple layout with two platforms serving regional trains.
- Bus: Several local bus lines available
- 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
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