Previously seen journeys
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Bologna Centrale | Zurich HB (Main Station) | No tags | ||||
| Train | Bologna Centrale | Zurich HB (Main Station) | No tags | ||||
| Train | Bologna Centrale | Zurich HB (Main Station) | No tags | ||||
| Train | Bologna Centrale | Zurich HB (Main Station) | No tags | ||||
| Train | Bologna Centrale | Zurich HB (Main Station) | No tags |
Compare 3 ways to travel from Bologna to Zürich
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach Zürich. The journey takes about 5 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just R 602, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Bologna and Zürich?
Bologna
- A
Bologna
- B
Corticella
40128 Bologna BO, Italy - C
San Ruffillo
40141 Bologna BO, Italy
Zürich
- ALimmatstrasse, 28, 8005 Zürich, Switzerland
- C
Zürich Stadelhofen
Stadelhoferstrasse 8, 8001 Zürich, Switzerland - D
Zürich Oerlikon
Hofwiesenstrasse 369, 8050 Zürich, Switzerland - E
Zürich Selnau
Selnaustrasse 25, 8001 Zürich, Switzerland - F
Zürich Altstetten
Altstetterpl. 12, 8048 Zürich, Switzerland
Train Companies
Based on 57 reviews, the company was rated 3.9 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the temperature and the departure location but often complained about the Wi-Fi. Trenitalia ticket prices on this trip start at R 1 529
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Bologna to Zürich by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Bologna to Zürich?
The cheapest train tickets from Bologna to Zürich start from R 1 529. The average price for this train route is around R 3 666. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Bologna to Zürich?
The average train journey time from Bologna to Zürich is 6h 21m, covering a distance of 386 km. The quickest train can get you there in 6h 21m and is operated by Trenitalia.
Which train operators serve the Bologna to Zürich route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 1 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Bologna to Zürich?
The earliest train from Bologna to Zürich departs at 09:06. And the latest train departs at 09:06.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Bologna to Zürich was searched and found on 01 Feb 2026 with a price of R 997To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Bologna to Zürich as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 997 to R 3 709 for a train ticket from Bologna to Zürich based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 997, which is on 2026-02-01.
