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Bologna to Cologne trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Bologna and Cologne takes 3h 50m and the fastest train takes 2h 33m. The train service runs several times per day from Bologna to Cologne. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

3h 50m
Duration
202 km
Distance
€33
Average price
4 times a day
Frequency

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best
  1. Take the train from Bologna Centrale to Bresciatrain train Fr
2h 44m
€23–46

Bologna to Cologne train times

Trains run 4 times a day between Bologna and Cologne. The earliest departure is at 10:46 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Bologna is at 9:46 PM which arrives into Cologne at 5:34 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 50m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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  • Distance: 202.1 km
  • Duration: 3h 50m

What companies run services between Bologna, Italy and Cologne, Italy?

Trenitalia Frecce operates a train from Bologna Centrale to Brescia 4 times a day. Tickets cost €25–45 and the journey takes 1h 44m. ItaloTreno also services this route 4 times a day.

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