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Seven ways to Travel from Zurich to Bologna

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Cheapest
By car (494 km)
5 h 6 min
494 km.
from $27
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Rideshare
5 h 6 min
494 km.
from $18.79
Train
5 h 6 min
384 km.
from $215.90
Bus, Plane (Fly to Florence Peretola Airport)
4 h 37 min
385 km.
from $170.54
Bus, Plane (Fly to Malpensa International Airport)
4 h 43 min
385 km.
from $214.16
Bus, Plane (Fly to Venice Marco Polo Airport)
5 h 23 min
385 km.
from $180.68

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Zurich Bus Station to Bologna
Ave. Duration:
6h 50m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$47.07–$69.97

Calanda Viaggi

Phone:
0041 (0)81 284 62 32
Email:
Website:
calandaviaggi.com/
Bus from Zurich Central Bus Station Sihlquai to Bologna
Ave. Duration:
9h 15m
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$50.89–$69.97

L'Aurora Viaggi

Phone:
+39 0963 313116
Email:
Website:
viaggiaurora.it/
Bus from Zurich Central Bus Station Sihlquai to Bologna
Ave. Duration:
8h 55m
Frequency:
3 times a week

Airlines

Lufthansa

Website:
lufthansa.com/
Plane from Zurich Airport to Florence
Ave. Duration:
3h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$178.12–$636.13
Plane from Zurich Airport to Venice
Ave. Duration:
3h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$152.67–$521.63

Swiss

Website:
swiss.com/
Plane from Zurich Airport to Bologna
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$190.84–$508.90
Plane from Zurich Airport to Florence
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$190.84–$699.74
Plane from Zurich Airport to Malpensa
Ave. Duration:
55 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$190.84–$1,081.42
Plane from Zurich Airport to Venice
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$165.39–$826.97

Ethiopian Airlines

Website:
ethiopianairlines.com/
Plane from Zurich Airport to Malpensa
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$190.84–$305.34

Train operators

Trenitalia

Phone:
+39 06 68475475
Website:
trenitalia.com/
Train from Firenze S.M.N. to Bologna
Ave. Duration:
1h 28m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$7.63–$21.63
Train from Venezia Mestre to Bologna
Ave. Duration:
1h 47m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$11.45–$35.62

Trenitalia Frecce

Phone:
+39 06 68475475
Website:
trenitalia.com/en/frecce.html
Train from Milan Centrale to Bologna
Ave. Duration:
1h 6m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$22.90–$82.70
Train from Firenze S.M.N. to Bologna
Ave. Duration:
38 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$12.72–$55.98
Train from Venezia Mestre to Bologna
Ave. Duration:
1h 21m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$17.81–$69.97

ItaloTreno

Phone:
+39 06 8937 1892
Website:
italotreno.it/it
Train from Milan Centrale to Bologna
Ave. Duration:
1h 14m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$49.62–$63.61
Train from Firenze S.M.N. to Bologna
Ave. Duration:
39 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$35.62–$44.53
Train from Venezia Mestre to Bologna
Ave. Duration:
1h 22m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$41.98–$54.71

Trenitalia Intercity

Phone:
+39 06 68475475
Website:
trenitalia.com/
Train from Milan Centrale to Bologna
Ave. Duration:
2h 26m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$17.81–$24.17
Train from Firenze S.M.N. to Bologna
Ave. Duration:
1h 17m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$9.54–$12.72
Train from Venezia Mestre to Bologna
Ave. Duration:
1h 46m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$12.72–$19.08

Trenord

Phone:
+39 02 7249 4494
Email:
Website:
trenord.it/
Train from Malpensa Aeroporto T1 to Milano
Ave. Duration:
54 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$5.47–$7.00

Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS)

Phone:
+41 848 44 66 88
Website:
sbb.ch/en
Train from Zürich HB to Lugano
Ave. Duration:
1h 53m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$69.97–$139.95
Train from Lugano to Milano
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$27.99–$49.62

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Zurich to Bologna?

The cheapest way to get from Zurich to Bologna is to bus which costs $40.22 - $59.78 and takes 6h 50m.

What is the fastest way to get from Zurich to Bologna?

The fastest way to get from Zurich to Bologna is to fly which takes 3h 35m and costs $81.52 - $358.70 .

Is there a direct bus between Zurich and Bologna?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Zurich Bus Station station and arriving at Bologna Centrale. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Zurich and Bologna?

No, there is no direct train from Zurich to Bologna. However, there are services departing from Zürich HB and arriving at Bologna Centrale via Lugano and Milan Centrale. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 6m.

How far is it from Zurich to Bologna?

The distance between Zurich and Bologna is 466 km. The road distance is 494.4 km.

How do I travel from Zurich to Bologna without a car?

The best way to get from Zurich to Bologna without a car is to train which takes 5h 6m and costs $103.26 - $228.26 .

How long does it take to get from Zurich to Bologna?

It takes approximately 5h 6m to get from Zurich to Bologna, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Zurich to Bologna bus from?

Zurich to Bologna bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Zurich Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Zurich to Bologna train from?

Zurich to Bologna train services, operated by Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS), depart from Zürich HB station.

Train, bus or fly from Zurich to Bologna?

The best way to get from Zurich to Bologna is to train which takes 5h 6m and costs $103.26 - $228.26 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $40.22 - $59.78 and takes 6h 50m, you could also fly, which costs $81.52 - $358.70 and takes 3h 35m.

Where does the Zurich to Bologna bus arrive?

Zurich to Bologna bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bologna Centrale station.

Where does the Zurich to Bologna train arrive?

Zurich to Bologna train services, operated by Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS), arrive at Lugano station.

Can I drive from Zurich to Bologna?

Yes, the driving distance between Zurich to Bologna is 494 km. It takes approximately 5h 6m to drive from Zurich to Bologna.

How do I get a train ticket from Zurich to Bologna?

Book your Zurich to Bologna train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Zurich to Bologna?

Book your Zurich to Bologna bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Bologna?

There are 2993+ hotels available in Bologna. Prices start at $58.33 per night.
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