The average train between Bologna and Sicily takes 20h 20m and the fastest train takes 14h 14m. The train service runs several times per day from Bologna to Sicily. 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 Sicily. The earliest departure is at 9:07 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Bologna is at 9:27 PM which arrives into Sicily at 7:25 PM. All services require a transfer at Roma Termini and take an average of 20h 20m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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22h 2m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Bologna to Sicily? 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 Sicily. However, there are services departing from Bologna station and arriving at Sicily station via Roma Termini. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 20h 20m.
Bologna to Sicily train services, operated by Trenitalia Frecce, depart from Bologna Centrale station.
Bologna to Sicily train services, operated by Trenitalia Frecce, arrive at Palermo Centrale station.
Book your Bologna to Sicily train tickets online with Trenitalia Frecce, Trenitalia Intercity and Trenitalia.
The distance between Bologna and Sicily is 803.3 km. The road distance is 1,224 km.
You can take a train from Bologna Centrale to Palermo Notarbartolo via Roma Termini and Palermo Centrale in around 15h 21m.