The average train between Milan Cathedral and Bologna takes 2h and the fastest train takes 1h 24m. There is a train service every few hours from Milan Cathedral 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 hourly between Milan Cathedral and Bologna. The earliest departure is at 12:37 AM at night, and the last departure from Milan Cathedral is at 9:57 PM which arrives into Bologna at 12:37 AM. All services require a transfer at Duomo M3 and take an average of 2h. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Milan Cathedral to Bologna. However, there are services departing from Milan Cathedral station and arriving at Bologna station via Bologna Centrale. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h.
Milan Cathedral to Bologna train services, operated by ATM, depart from Milano Rogoredo station.
Milan Cathedral to Bologna train services, operated by ATM, arrive at Bologna Centrale station.
The distance between Milan Cathedral and Bologna is 200.4 km. The road distance is 210 km.
Trenitalia Frecce operates a train from Milano Rogoredo to Bologna Centrale every 30 minutes. Tickets cost €30–60 and the journey takes 1h 4m. Two other operators also service this route.