What is the cheapest way to get from Bologna to Biel/Bienne?

The cheapest way to get from Bologna to Biel/Bienne is to bus which costs SFr 60 - SFr 75 and takes 13h 21m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bologna to Biel/Bienne?

The fastest way to get from Bologna to Biel/Bienne is to fly and train which takes 5h 35m and costs SFr 120 - SFr 340.

Is there a direct bus between Bologna and Biel/Bienne?

No, there is no direct bus from Bologna to Biel/Bienne. However, there are services departing from Bologna and arriving at Murten/Morat, Bahnhof via Payerne, gare. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 21m.

Is there a direct train between Bologna and Biel/Bienne?

No, there is no direct train from Bologna to Biel/Bienne. However, there are services departing from Bologna centrale and arriving at Biel/Bienne via Milano Centrale and Bern. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 14m.

How far is it from Bologna to Biel/Bienne?

The distance between Bologna and Biel/Bienne is 508 km. The road distance is 558 km.

How do I travel from Bologna to Biel/Bienne without a car?

The best way to get from Bologna to Biel/Bienne without a car is to train which takes 6h 14m and costs SFr 90 - SFr 190.

How long does it take to get from Bologna to Biel/Bienne?

It takes approximately 6h 14m to get from Bologna to Biel/Bienne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bologna to Biel/Bienne bus from?

Bologna to Biel/Bienne bus services, operated by Sellitto, depart from Bologna station.

Where do I catch the Bologna to Biel/Bienne train from?

Bologna to Biel/Bienne train services, operated by ItaloTreno, depart from Bologna centrale station.

Train or bus from Bologna to Biel/Bienne?

The best way to get from Bologna to Biel/Bienne is to train which takes 6h 14m and costs SFr 90 - SFr 190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 60 - SFr 75 and takes 13h 21m.

Where does the Bologna to Biel/Bienne bus arrive?

Bologna to Biel/Bienne bus services, operated by Sellitto, arrive at Payerne station.

Where does the Bologna to Biel/Bienne train arrive?

Bologna to Biel/Bienne train services, operated by ItaloTreno, arrive at Milano Centrale station.

Can I drive from Bologna to Biel/Bienne?

Yes, the driving distance between Bologna to Biel/Bienne is 558 km. It takes approximately 5h 50m to drive from Bologna to Biel/Bienne.

How do I get a train ticket from Bologna to Biel/Bienne?

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Where can I stay near Biel/Bienne?

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Bologna to Biel/Bienne - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 9 ways to get from Bologna to Biel/Bienne by train (Trenitalia), bus, train, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bologna centrale to Milano Centraletrain 9944 / ...
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Berntrain Ec
6h 14m
CHF 92–184
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bologna to Payernebus
13h 21m
CHF 61–73
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Modena to ZÜRICH, Carparkplatz am Sihlquaibus
2. Take the train from Zürich HB to Biel/Biennetrain Ic5 / ...
6h 58m
Drive 558 km
1. Drive from Bologna to Biel/Biennecar 558 km
5h 50m
CHF 92–132
Fly Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport to Basel, train
1. Fly from Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ) to Basel (BSL)plane BLQ - BSL
2. Take the train from Basel SBB to Biel/Biennetrain
7h 2m
CHF 76–242
Train #2
1. Take the train from Bologna Centrale to Milano Centraletrain Fr
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Berntrain Ec
6h 14m
CHF 88–193
Fly Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport to Zurich Airport, train
1. Fly from Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)plane BLQ - ZRH
2. Take the train from Zürich Flughafen to Biel/Biennetrain
5h 35m
CHF 124–338
Train to Florence Peretola Airport, fly to Zurich Airport, train
1. Take the train from Bologna Centrale to Firenze S.M.N.train
2. Fly from Florence Peretola Airport (FLR) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)plane FLR - ZRH
3. Take the train from Zürich Flughafen to Biel/Biennetrain
6h 28m
CHF 146–387
Train to Venice Marco Polo Airport, fly to Zurich Airport, train
1. Take the train from Bologna Centrale to Venezia Mestretrain
2. Fly from Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)plane VCE - ZRH
3. Take the train from Zürich Flughafen to Biel/Biennetrain
7h 10m
CHF 131–383

Bologna to Biel/Bienne by train

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Distance: 508.3 km
Duration: 6h 14m

What companies run services between Bologna, Italy and Biel/Bienne, Switzerland?

You can take a train from Bologna centrale to Biel/Bienne via Milano Centrale and Bern in around 6h 14m. Alternatively, Sellitto operates a bus from Bologna to Payerne 4 times a week. Tickets cost CHF 40–55 and the journey takes 10h 55m.

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