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    Taking the train from Eindhoven to Bologna in 12 hours 45 minutes

    Thinking about taking the train from Eindhoven to Bologna? We've got you covered.

    It usually takes around 16 hours 7 minutes to travel the 887 km from Eindhoven to Bologna by train, although you can get there in as little as 12 hours 45 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 31 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 2 changes along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You can travel on this route with either Eurostar, Frecciarossa or ICE. As the main train operators on this route, all offer comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.

    Train tickets from Eindhoven to Bologna are usually cheaper when you book in advance compared to buying them on the day. Start a search in our Journey Planner to check out the latest prices.

    Keen to book your train tickets to Bologna? No need to wait, start a search with us today! If you want to find out a bit more about the journey first, you can find our train schedule below, tips on booking cheap tickets and our FAQs, including first and last train times.

    Eindhoven to Bologna by train

    First train

    12:19 am

    Last train

    10:59 pm

    Departure station

    Eindhoven

    Arrival station

    Bologna

    Journey time

    From 12h 45m

    Distance

    551 miles (887 km)

    Frequency

    31 trains per day

    Changes

    2 changes

    Train and bus operators

    Autolinee Federico, BlaBlaCar Bus, SBB CFF FFS, Deutsche Bahn, Eurostar, Flixbus, Itabus, Italo, NS, SNCF Voyageurs, Trenitalia, ÖBB

    What do people frequently ask about the train journey from Eindhoven to Bologna?

    Want to know more about your journey from Eindhoven to Bologna? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

    How do you travel to Bologna from Eindhoven?

    To get to Bologna from Eindhoven, why not take the train? With 31 trains per day and an average journey time of 16 hours and 7 minutes, taking the train is a great way to travel. See our Journey Planner for up-to-date times and prices.

    How long does it take to get from Eindhoven to Bologna by train?

    On average it takes around 16 hours and 7 minutes to travel from Eindhoven to Bologna by train, although you can get there in 12 hours and 45 minutes on the fastest services. With 31 trains per day running on this route, journey times may vary, so check our Journey Planner for more information.

    Are there high-speed trains from Eindhoven to Bologna?

    Yes, there are high-speed trains available for the trip from Eindhoven to Bologna. ICE (Intercity Express) trains offer various classes and onboard services. You'll be able to get there in around 12 hours and 45 minutes on the fastest services.

    How fast can trains travel from Eindhoven to Bologna?

    The fastest time a train can travel the 551 miles (887 km) from Eindhoven to Bologna is 12 hours and 45 minutes.

    What are the train times from Eindhoven to Bologna?

    Check out the next trains departing from Eindhoven to Bologna for Tuesday Oct 28th 2025. For the full train timetable/schedule, or to search for a later time or date, click here.
    DepartsArrivesDuration
    8:19 am10:35 pm14h 16m, 7 changes
    8:19 am11:06 pm14h 47m, 5 changes
    9:08 am11:06 pm13h 58m, 6 changes
    10:19 am4:39 am18h 20m, 3 changes
    12:19 pm6:04 am17h 45m, 5 changes
    1:08 pm6:04 am16h 56m, 6 changes
    1:49 pm6:04 am16h 15m, 8 changes
    2:19 pm6:04 am15h 45m, 10 changes
    2:19 pm8:49 am18h 30m, 4 changes
    4:19 pm10:04 am17h 45m, 5 changes

    NS, Deutsche Bahn, ICE (Intercity Express) and SBB trains from Eindhoven to Bologna

    You can travel from Eindhoven to Bologna on NS, Deutsche Bahn, ICE (Intercity Express) and SBB trains. When you search for times and tickets, we might also show you some other options with multiple connections or operators if they’re available.

    PhotoNicky Boogaard, under licence CC BY-SA 2.0

    NS is the main railway operator in the Netherlands. It connects the four corners of the country with regional, medium-distance and high-speed trains. It's also possible for you to travel at night thanks to multi-line night trains, including Schiphol and Eindhoven airports. All trains are equipped with two comfort classes – First Class and Second Class.

    PhotoJoachimKohlerBremen, under licence CC BY-SA 4.0

    The Deutsche Bahn Group is owned by the German State and controls the majority of rail traffic in Germany as well as in many border regions of the country. Every year, Deutsche Bahn transports several million passengers and many stations in Germany are served exclusively by DB trains, including the ICE, IC and EC fleet.

    PhotoNelso Silva, under licence CC BY-SA 2.0

    The high-speed train of Deutsche Bahn, with a maximum speed of 205 mph (330 km/h), the ICE connects major cities and is also used for international travel to neighbouring countries such as Austria, France and Denmark. This train is equipped with air conditioning, a dining car, a children's compartment and power sockets. Passengers enjoy a free WiFi connection throughout the duration of the ICE trip.

    The Swiss rail network is operated by SBB. SBB train ticket prices are based on travel and not on the type of trains. You will find available return tickets (standard price, one way or round trip), Multiple journey tickets (for six individual trips on a pre-determined itinerary) and the City-Ticket (including a one-day transportation pass from the city of departure or arrival).

    What Eurostar, Frecciarossa, Italo and Trenitalia Eurocity classes are there from Eindhoven to Bologna?

    Compare the different travel classes offered by Eurostar, Frecciarossa, Italo and Trenitalia Eurocity when traveling from Eindhoven to Bologna.

    What are the onboard services on Eurostar, Frecciarossa, Italo and Trenitalia Eurocity?

    Discover more about the onboard services offered on trains from Eindhoven to Bologna.

    LuggageLuggageWhat baggage limits are there?

    Although there's no weight limit for your baggage on Eurostar trains, you must be able to carry your bags safely by yourself.

    Each bag must be clearly labeled and must be no longer than 33.4 inches (for trains to and from the United Kingdom) or no larger than 29.5 x 20.8 x 11.8 inches (for trains in Europe).

    RestaurantRestaurantWhat food and drink is available?

    Are you traveling to or from the United Kingdom? In Eurostar Standard, choose from a wide selection of drinks and snacks at the Eurostar Café, the onboard bar car in the middle of the train. Cards and cash (Euros or pounds) are accepted. If you're traveling in Eurostar Plus, a light meal and a drink will be served at your seat.
    Travel in Eurostar Premier and you'll be treated to a gourmet meal, as well as a continuous drinks service throughout your journey.

    For all other Eurostar trains (red trains, formerly Thalys), head to the bar car and choose from a wide range of hot and cold drinks as well as savory and sweet snacks.
    In Eurostar Premier on European routes, you'll get a free meal served directly to your seat.

    WiFiWiFiWhat onboard entertainment is available?

    Eurostar doesn't have an onboard entertainment portal. However, there is free WiFi available, as well as UK and EU power outlets at your seat so you can charge your devices while traveling.

    ChildPassengerChildPassengerWhat facilities are there for travel with children?
    • Kids of all ages need their passport to travel with Eurostar.
    • Children under 4 can travel free on Eurostar trains, as long as they're sitting on an accompanying adult's lap. Alternatively, you can book them their own seat with a child ticket.
    • If you're alone with kids, you can pre-book assistance so that a member of Eurostar staff can help you during your journey.
    • Kids under 12 must travel with someone over 16, while those aged 12-15 can travel alone if they have an unaccompanied minor form (excluding direct trains to/from the Netherlands).
    • 16 to 17-year-olds can travel alone if they meet all legal requirements.
    • You'll find changing tables on all Eurostar trains, as well as family-oriented seating (4 seats facing one another) where available.
    ModeOfTransportBikeModeOfTransportBikeCan I bring a bike on board?

    Generally, Eurostar trains running to and from the United Kingdom can't transport fully assembled bikes - though on certain trains between London and Brussels, you may be able to book a bike space by contacting Eurostar. You can, however, take a foldable bike on board Eurostar trains to and from the UK provided that it's no more than 33.4 inches long and it fits in a protective bag that covers the whole bicycle. Folded bikes are treated as standard baggage.

    For all other Eurostar trains in Europe, a limited number of non-foldable bikes can be brought on board, provided that the wheels are taken off and the whole bicycle is stored in a suitable cover (max. size 53.1 x 33.4 x 11.8 inches). Foldable bicycles are also permitted and count towards standard baggage limits.

    PetPetCan I bring pets on board?

    The rules around traveling with your pets depend on whether you're traveling across the Channel or not, so check before you travel:

    Eurostar trains to and from the United Kingdom:

    • Pets are not permitted on board.
    • Guide dogs and assistance dogs can travel, but they must be accompanied by their owner. You must also reserve a ticket for your assistance dog at least 48 hours before travel, by filling out Eurostar's contact form.

    Trains in the rest of Europe:

    • Small dogs and other pets weighing less than 13 lbs (6 kg) can travel for free. They must travel in a cage or carrier (max. dimensions 17.7 x 11.8 x 9.8 inches).
    • If your dog is larger than this, you must buy them a dog ticket (generally the price is fixed at €30, around $32), and the dog must travel on your lap or on the ground, on a lead and with a muzzle.
    • Guide dogs and assistance dogs, whatever their size, travel for free.
    WheelchairWheelchairWhat special assistance is available?

    If you need help getting on or off the train, you should contact Eurostar directly before your trip. To use Eurostar's special assistance program, fill in this contact form at least 48 hours before your journey so that the team can help you.

    If you're traveling on trains to/from the United Kingdom:

    • Arrive at least one hour before your train's scheduled departure time, then head to the Eurostar Assist desk or ask a member of staff.
    • If you have a wheelchair, you must reserve a wheelchair space in either Eurostar Plus or Eurostar Premier - you'll only pay for a Eurostar Standard ticket. Someone can travel with you at a discounted rate.

    If you're traveling on red trains in the rest of Europe:

    • Wheelchair users travel in Eurostar Premier on routes in Europe.
    • Wheelchairs can be transported as long as they're no bigger than 27.5 inches long and 47.2 inches high. The wheelchair's turning circle must be no larger than 59 inches in diameter. The combined weight of the wheelchair, passenger and any baggage must not exceed 661 lbs (300 kg).
    • Please note that combustion engine-powered wheelchairs are not permitted on board. However, electric wheelchairs are allowed.
    InfoInfoWhat else do I need to know?

    Specific restrictions for trains to/from the United Kingdom:

    Liquids:

    • There's no restriction on liquids. However, there are restrictions on alcohol: you can take 4 bottles/cans of beer or 1 bottle of wine per person to enjoy on the journey; large bottles of spirits are not permitted. If you're traveling with large quantities of alcohol, you should contact a courier service.

     

    Sports equipment:

    • You can travel with a golf bag as long as it's no larger than 47.2 x 13.7 x 13.7 inches.
    • You can bring tents or other shelters if they're stored in bags or cases less than 33.4 inches long.
    • Camping gas or butane bottles are not permitted on board.
    • Camping utensils or tools such as pocket knives and Swiss army knives are permitted provided the blades are less than 3 inches long. Folding knives where the blade locks into place are prohibited.
    • You can bring bats, snooker or pool cues and darts on board if they're stored in a protective case.
    LuggageLuggageWhat baggage limits are there?
    • You can take your bags on board Frecciarossa trains free of charge.
    • In most cases, there are no baggage size limits. You’ll need to make sure that your baggage is compatible with the space available on board.
    RestaurantRestaurantWhat food and drink is available?
    • You can go to the FrecciaBistrò café-bar counter located in the middle part of the train to get snacks, main courses, and drinks.
    • You can also order your favorite meal from the comfort of your seat – go to the entertainment portal called FRECCIAPlay and use the EasyBistrò service or ask a member of staff.
    • If you travel in Premium Class, you’ll get a total of 4 food / beverage products is offered on board, including: sweet or savoury snack, welcome drink, small water bottle, 1 wet wipe.
    • Travelers in Business Class receive a food box containing 7 fresh food & beverage products differentiated according to the time of day, plus Illy expresso coffee.
    • If you travel in Executive Class, you’ll get unlimited drinks plus food from a rotating monthly menu where some meals were ideated by the renowned Michelin star chef Carlo Cracco.
    WiFiWiFiWhat onboard entertainment is available?
    • You’ll find free WiFi on all Frecciarossa trains. Connect to their entertainment portal called FRECCIAPlay and choose from a wide selection of movies, TV series, live news, eBooks, games, music, and podcasts.
    • You can also use the FRECCIAPlay portal to get the latest updates on your journey, as well as book other services that will help you reach your destination.
    ChildPassengerChildPassengerWhat facilities are there for travel with children?
    • Kids under 4 can travel for free if a seat is not assigned to them. If they do have a seat, they can get 50% off Base tickets (Frecciarossa’s standard fare).
    • Children aged 4-14 also get 50% off.
    • Bimbi Gratis offer: You can also get free travel for kids under 15 plus 40% off Base tickets for adults, if you’re traveling in a family group of 2 to 5 people (including at least one adult and one child).
    ModeOfTransportBikeModeOfTransportBikeCan I bring a bike on board?
    • You can travel with your bike for free on all Frecciarossa trains provided it’s not larger than 80 x 110 x 45cm (31.4 x 43.3 x 17.7 inches).
    • Your bike must be disassembled or folded and stored in a bag in one of the dedicated luggage racks.
    PetPetCan I bring pets on board?
    • Dogs, cats and other small pets can travel for free in a carrier with maximum dimensions of 70x30x50 cm (maximum one per passenger).
    • Bigger dogs can travel for only 5 € from Sunday to Friday, and for as little as 1 € on Saturday.
    • Guide and assistance dogs are allowed on all trains at no additional cost.
    WheelchairWheelchairWhat special assistance is available?

    If you need to request special assistance, you can call the toll-free number 800 90 60 60, which can be reached from a landline in Italy, or the national number +3902323232, which can be reached from a landline or mobile, even from abroad (international calling charges may apply).

    InfoInfoWhat else do I need to know?

    Air-conditioning is available on board. You can also charge your devices thanks to the power outlets you can find at your seat.

    LuggageLuggageWhat baggage limits are there?
    • You can take your bags on board free of charge. If you have a small bag or backpack, you can place it under your seat.
    • If you’re traveling with a larger bag, you can place it on the luggage racks above your seat.
    • In most cases, there are no baggage size limits. However, if you travel in Italo Smart, your bags must not be larger than 75 x 53 x 30cm (29.5 x 20.8 x 11.8 inches).
    RestaurantRestaurantWhat food and drink is available?

    While there’s no bar or restaurant car on Italo trains, you can use the vending machines on board to get snacks and drinks during your journey.

    WiFiWiFiWhat onboard entertainment is available?
    • Italo trains offer free WiFi and a free entertainment portal called ItaloLive, where you can choose from a wide selection of movies, TV series, live news, eBooks, games, music, and podcasts.
    • You can also charge your devices thanks to the power outlets that are available at your seat.
    ChildPassengerChildPassengerWhat facilities are there for travel with children?
    • Kids aged 0-3 travel for free on Italo trains if they don’t occupy a seat. However, if an adult travels with more than one child aged 0-3, they will need to pay for a seat.
    • Children aged 2-14 get 50% off the Flex fare if they’re traveling in Italo’s Smart Class.
    ModeOfTransportBikeModeOfTransportBikeCan I bring a bike on board?
    • You can travel with a folding bike if it’s stored in one of the dedicated luggage racks.
    • You can travel with a traditional bike if it’s disassembled and placed in a bag that is not larger than 80 x 110 x 40cm (31.4 x 43.3 x 15.7 inches).
    PetPetCan I bring pets on board?
    • Pets under 10kg (22 lbs) can travel for free on all Italo trains provided they’re placed in a carrier or cage
    • Pets over 10kg (22 lbs) will need a ticket to travel with you. They must also be kept on a leash and equipped with a muzzle.
    WheelchairWheelchairWhat special assistance is available?

    Priority seats for passengers with reduced mobility are available on Italo trains. They’re usually located next to an accessible toilet. All accessible toilets also have tactile and Braille signs.

    InfoInfoWhat else do I need to know?

    Air-conditioning is available on all Italo trains, as well as power outlets at every seat.

    LuggageLuggageWhat baggage limits are there?
    • You can take your bags on board Trenitalia's Eurocity trains free of charge.
    • In most cases, there are no baggage size limits – you can even travel with musical instruments and sports equipment. You’ll just need to make sure that your baggage is compatible with the space available on board.
    RestaurantRestaurantWhat food and drink is available?
    • You’ll find a Bar-Bistrò on Eurocity trains that are travelling between Italy, Switzerland and Germany.
    • A minibar trolley service is also available – you can choose from a wide range of snacks and drinks.
    WiFiWiFiWhat onboard entertainment is available?

    Free WiFi is available on Eurocity Giruno trains.

    ChildPassengerChildPassengerWhat facilities are there for travel with children?

    Kids under 4 can travel for free if they're accompanied by an adult and don't occupy a seat.

    ModeOfTransportBikeModeOfTransportBikeCan I bring a bike on board?

    Not all Eurocity trains allow you to take your bike on board – you’ll need to check in advance if you can travel with your bike. If that’s the case, you’ll need to buy a ticket and book your bike space before departure at the ticket office.

    PetPetCan I bring pets on board?

    Guide and assistance dogs can travel for free and don't need a ticket.

    WheelchairWheelchairWhat special assistance is available?

    All of Trenitalia’s Eurocity trains offer dedicated spaces to passengers with disabilities.

    InfoInfoWhat else do I need to know?

    A quiet area (or Area Silenzio) is available on all Eurocity Giruno trains.

    How do I find cheap train tickets from Eindhoven to Bologna?

    If you’re planning a trip to Europe soon, our Trainline team of experts have put together some tips to help you find cheap tickets. Booking on the day in Europe is usually more expensive and costs can vary depending on the time of day, route or travel class.

    1. Book in advance

    The price of train tickets from Eindhoven to Bologna starts at § one-way for a Standard Class ticket if you book in advance. Most train companies across Europe release their tickets around three to six months ahead of time, so if you know the dates you want to travel, you may be able to find cheaper tickets.

    2. Be flexible with your travel times

    If you can, consider traveling outside of 'peak hours' (generally between 06:00 - 10:00 and 15:00 - 19:00 on weekdays) as lots of trains companies increase their ticket prices during these commuter times.

    3. Buy a rail pass

    If you're visiting multiple locations on your trip, buying a rail pass can be cheaper than buying individual tickets. We're official retailers of Eurail Passes that are valid for travel in one country or multiple countries across Europe.

    4. Choose a slower or connecting train

    On some busier routes, you might have the option to take a slower or connecting train. It may take longer than some high-speed or direct services, but if you have some extra time on your hands, you might find a cheaper fare.

    5. Look out for train ticket sales and deals

    Many train companies in Europe will often run sales and offers on tickets throughout the year, so keep an eye out!

    For specific information about how to get your hands on cheap tickets, check out our European train tickets hub.

    §Some train companies may not offer any Advance ticket types or cheaper deals for early bookings. On rare occasions, train companies may choose to release special offers closer to the date on last-minute or late-release tickets. This is dependent on the individual train operating company you travel with.

    * Based on European average monthly visitors to Trainline’s app and website from 1.1.2023 to 10.31.2023 vs other independent retailers.

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