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Trip Overview

The train between Dresden and Bologna takes 17h 46m. The train runs, on average, 2 times per week from Dresden to Bologna. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

17h 46m
Duration
1,240 km
Distance
€167
Average price
Twice a week
Frequency

Dresden to Bologna train times

Trains run twice a week between Dresden and Bologna. The service departs Dresden at 11:52 AM in the morning, which arrives into Bologna at 05:38:00. All services require a transfer at Hof Hbf and take an average of 17h 46m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Transdev GmbHDeutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)Nightjet17h 46m • 2 changes

Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    Transdev GmbHDeutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)Nightjet17h 46m • 2 changes

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Dresden to Bologna? 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.

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  • Distance: 1,240.2 km
  • Duration: 17h 46m

What companies run services between Dresden, Germany and Bologna, Italy?

You can take a train from Dresden Hauptbahnhof to Bologna Centrale via Leipzig Hbf, Kufstein, Innsbruck Hauptbahnhof, Brennero - Brenner, and Bolzano Bozen in around 13h 51m.

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