The average train between Metz and Bologna takes 13h 2m and the fastest train takes 9h 38m. The train service runs several times per day from Metz 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.
Trains run every 4 hours between Metz and Bologna. The earliest departure is at 5:46 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Metz is at 8:42 PM which arrives into Bologna at 1:24 PM. All services require a transfer at Strasbourg and take an average of 13h 2m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.




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Want to know about travelling from Metz 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.
No, there is no direct train from Metz to Bologna. However, there are services departing from Metz station and arriving at Bologna station via Strasbourg. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 2m.
Metz to Bologna train services, operated by TGV inOui, depart from Metz Ville station.
Metz to Bologna train services, operated by TGV inOui, arrive at Bologna Centrale station.
Book your Metz to Bologna train tickets online with TGV inOui, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) and 2 other operators.
The distance between Metz and Bologna is 647.1 km. The road distance is 837 km.
You can take a train from Metz Ville to Bologna Centrale via Strasbourg, Basel Sbb, Basel SBB, Lugano, and Milano Centrale in around 10h 10m.