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.
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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No, there is no direct train from Bologna to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Bologna station and arriving at Cologne station via Brescia. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 50m.
Bologna to Cologne train services, operated by Trenitalia Frecce, depart from Bologna Centrale station.
Bologna to Cologne train services, operated by Trenitalia Frecce, arrive at Brescia station.
Book your Bologna to Cologne train tickets online with Trenitalia Frecce, Trenord and ItaloTreno.
The distance between Bologna and Cologne is 163.4 km. The road distance is 202 km.
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.
