The cheapest and fastest trains from Brindisi to Bologna
Cheapest price
€62
Average price
€74
Fastest journey
6 h 46 m
Average duration
8 h 28 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
690 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Brindisi to Bologna is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Brindisi to Bologna will cost around €74 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €62.
Of the 5 trains that leave Brindisi for Bologna on Mon, Nov 10, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Nov 10 the direct trains cover the 690 km distance in an average of 8 h 28 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 46 m .
On Mon, Nov 10 the slowest trains will take 9 h 51 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.










Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Brindisi to Bologna
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Brindisi to Bologna among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €17. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 41m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.6kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €17, and a flight costs an average of €25.
Distance: 690 km
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus |
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€65 Average price | €140 Average price | €42 Average price Cheapest |
8h 19m Average total duration 7h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 41m Average total duration Fastest 1h 41m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 10h 53m Average total duration 10h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions | 0.7 - 1.7kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Brindisi to Bologna train times
The table below shows live departures for Brindisi to Bologna trains for today, Sunday, November 9. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Intercity 614 | 11:14 AM Brindisi station | 8h46 | 8:00 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9808 | 11:29 AM Brindisi station | 6h46 | 6:15 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8828 | 12:20 PM Brindisi station | 6h55 | 7:15 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
SALENTO LINE 4420+ FRECCIAROSSA 8830 | 1:48 PM Brindisi station | 7h27 | 9:15 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
InterCityNotte 758 | 6:01 PM Brindisi station | 9h51 | 3:52 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
InterCityNotte 752 | 7:19 PM Brindisi station | 8h43 | 4:02 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
InterCityNotte 754 | 7:53 PM Brindisi station | 8h37 | 4:30 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
InterCityNotte 788+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9608 | 9:40 PM Brindisi station | 10h13 | 7:53 AM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| Monday, November 10 | |||||
![]() | 6:42 AM Brindisi | 8h18 | 3:00 PM Bologna | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Brindisi to Bologna
Trains from Brindisi to Bologna run on average 18 times per day, taking around 7h 49m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €30 but you can travel from only €17 by bus.
There are 12 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:52. The fastest train covers the 690 km distance in 6h 46m.
Distance 690 km |
Average train duration 7h 49m |
Cheapest ticket price €30 |
Trains per day 18 |
Direct trains 12 |
Fastest train 6h 46m |
First train 00:01 |
Last train 23:52 |
Train companies: Intercity, Intercity Notte, Frecciarossa, Trenitalia from Brindisi to Bologna trainsIntercity, Intercity Notte, Frecciarossa, Trenitalia trains will get you between Brindisi and Bologna from €17. 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 Brindisi to Bologna
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Brindisi to Bologna 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 Bologna, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Brindisi, which is located around 0.7 miles (1.2 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Bologna Centrale, located 1.6 miles (2.6 km) away from the city centre.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Brindisi to Bologna
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. Access is available via Piazza Crispi.
- Ristorante La Locanda del Porto
- McDonald's Brindisi
- Outside the main entrance.
- €1
- Palazzo Virgilio Hotel
- Hotel Orientale
- Grande Albergo Internazionale
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for trains to regional and long-distance destinations
- Bus: Several lines available
- Taxi services available
- 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
- Elevators, ramps.
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