The cheapest and fastest trains from Varese to Bologna
Cheapest price
€21
Average price
€22
Fastest journey
4 h 49 m
Average duration
4 h 56 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
246 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Varese to Bologna is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Varese to Bologna will cost around €22 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €21.
Of the 3 trains that leave Varese for Bologna on Sun, Dec 21, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Dec 21 the direct trains cover the 246 km distance in an average of 4 h 56 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 49 m .
On Sun, Dec 21 the slowest trains will take 5 h 5 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 and bus for Varese to Bologna
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Varese to Bologna among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 48m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €8, and a train costs an average of €17.
Distance: 246 km
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€21 Average price | €17 Average price Cheapest |
3h 18m Average total duration Fastest 2h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 20m Average total duration 3h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Varese to Bologna train times
The table below shows live departures for Varese to Bologna trains for today, Saturday, December 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 11:41 AM Varese | 4h29 | 4:10 PM Bologna | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:11 PM Varese | 3h59 | 4:10 PM Bologna | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, December 21 | |||||
![]() | 7:11 AM Varese | 4h49 | 12:00 PM Bologna | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Varese to Bologna
Trains from Varese to Bologna run on average 96 times per day, taking around 2h 48m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €17 but you can travel from only €8 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 03:53, the last at 23:06. The fastest train covers the 246 km distance in 1h 4m.
Distance 246 km |
Average train duration 2h 48m |
Cheapest ticket price €17 |
Trains per day 96 |
Fastest train 1h 4m |
First train 03:53 |
Last train 23:06 |
Train companies: Regionale, Frecciarossa, Italo, Intercity, Trenord from Varese to Bologna trainsRegionale, Frecciarossa, Italo, Intercity, Trenord trains will get you between Varese and Bologna from €8. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Frecciarossa
Italo
Intercity
Trenord
FAQs: Trains from Varese to Bologna
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Varese 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.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Varese to Bologna
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, 24 hours a day. Access is available from Piazzale Trento.
- Ristorante Bologna
- Trattoria Caprese
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Palace Grand Hotel Varese
- Hotel di Varese
- UNAHOTELS Varese
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-5 for regional and suburban trains
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Regional and suburban lines
- 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 - 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
- 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
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