What is the cheapest way to get from Swiss Alps to Bologna?

The cheapest way to get from Swiss Alps to Bologna is to bus and train which costs €30 - €85 and takes 8h 55m.

What is the fastest way to get from Swiss Alps to Bologna?

The fastest way to get from Swiss Alps to Bologna is to drive which takes 3h 54m and costs €65 - €100.

Is there a direct train between Swiss Alps and Bologna?

No, there is no direct train from Swiss Alps to Bologna. However, there are services departing from Airolo and arriving at Bologna centrale via Bellinzona, Lugano and Milano Centrale. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 7m.

How far is it from Swiss Alps to Bologna?

The distance between Swiss Alps and Bologna is 393 km. The road distance is 384.2 km.

How do I travel from Swiss Alps to Bologna without a car?

The best way to get from Swiss Alps to Bologna without a car is to train via Lugano which takes 6h 7m and costs €65 - €140.

How long does it take to get from Swiss Alps to Bologna?

It takes approximately 6h 7m to get from Swiss Alps to Bologna, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Swiss Alps to Bologna train from?

Swiss Alps to Bologna train services, operated by Schweizerische Südostbahn AG, depart from Airolo station.

Where does the Swiss Alps to Bologna train arrive?

Swiss Alps to Bologna train services, operated by Schweizerische Südostbahn AG, arrive at Bellinzona station.

Can I drive from Swiss Alps to Bologna?

Yes, the driving distance between Swiss Alps to Bologna is 384 km. It takes approximately 3h 54m to drive from Swiss Alps to Bologna.

Where can I stay near Bologna?

There are 3622+ hotels available in Bologna.

Swiss Alps to Bologna - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Swiss Alps to Bologna by train, bus, car, or train (Trenitalia)

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Train via Lugano
best
1. Take the train from Airolo to Bellinzonatrain
2. Take the train from Lugano to Milano Centraletrain
3. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Bologna centraletrain
6h 7m
€65–137
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Airolo, Stazione to Biasca, Stazionebus 120
2. Take the train from Biasca to Como S.Giovannitrain S10 / ...
3. Take the bus from Como to Bolognabus
8h 55m
€33–84
Drive 384.2 km
1. Drive from Swiss Alps to Bolognacar 384.2 km
3h 54m
€69–99
Train
1. Take the train from Airolo to Locarnotrain
2. Take the train from Locarno to Milano Centraletrain
3. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Bologna Centraletrain Fr
6h 27m
€95–164
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Airolo to Cadenazzotrain
2. Take the train from Cadenazzo to Monzatrain
3. Take the bus from Milano Monza Via Paolo Falcone e Giovanni Borsellino to Bologna Terminal busbus
11h 50m
€51–75

Swiss Alps to Bologna by bus and train

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Distance: 392.9 km
Duration: 6h 7m

What companies run services between Swiss Alps, Canton Ticino, Switzerland and Bologna, Italy?

You can take a bus from Gotthard Passhöhe to Bologna centrale via Airolo, Stazione, Airolo, Bellinzona, Lugano, and Milano Centrale in around 6h 7m.

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