The average train between Pavia and Bologna takes 2h 32m and the fastest train takes 1h 59m. There is a train service every few hours from Pavia 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 Pavia and Bologna. The earliest departure is at 6:09 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Pavia is at 11:39 PM which arrives into Bologna at 6:24 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 32m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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Want to know about travelling from Pavia 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 Pavia to Bologna. However, there are services departing from Pavia station and arriving at Bologna station via Milan Rogoredo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 32m.
Pavia to Bologna train services, operated by Trenord, depart from Pavia station.
Pavia to Bologna train services, operated by Trenord, arrive at Bologna Centrale station.
Book your Pavia to Bologna train tickets online with Trenord, Trenitalia Frecce and Trenitalia Intercity.
The distance between Pavia and Bologna is 188.6 km. The road distance is 234 km.
You can take a train from Pavia to Bologna Centrale via Milano Rogoredo in around 1h 43m.