The average train between Bologna and Istres takes 21h 18m and the fastest train takes 19h 38m. The train service runs several times per day from Bologna to Istres. 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 twice daily between Bologna and Istres. The earliest departure is at 1:11 PM in the afternoon, and the last departure from Bologna is at 9:11 PM which arrives into Istres at 5:49 PM. All services require a transfer at Milano Centrale and take an average of 21h 18m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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20h 38m • 4 changesWant to know about travelling from Bologna to Istres? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Bologna to Istres. However, there are services departing from Bologna station and arriving at Istres station via Milano Centrale. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 21h 18m.
Bologna to Istres train services, operated by ItaloTreno, depart from Bologna centrale station.
Bologna to Istres train services, operated by ItaloTreno, arrive at Miramas station.
Book your Bologna to Istres train tickets online with ItaloTreno, Trenitalia and 4 other operators.
The distance between Bologna and Istres is 519.4 km. The road distance is 1,005 km.
You can take a train from Bologna centrale to Istres via Milano Centrale, Lyon Part Dieu, Nimes, and Miramas in around 10h 52m.