TrainlineTrainline is Europe’s leading platform for train and bus tickets

What customers say about Trainline

Read real reviews from real users

Taking the train from Bologna San Ruffillo to Milan Central Station in 1 hour 23 minutes

Thinking about taking the train from Bologna San Ruffillo to Milan Central Station? We’ve got you covered.

It usually takes around 2 hours 16 minutes to travel the 127 miles (205 km) from Bologna San Ruffillo to Milan Central Station by train, although you can get there in as little as 1 hour 23 minutes on the fastest services. You’ll normally find around 24 trains per day running on this route. You’ll need to make 1 change along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line.

Train tickets from Bologna San Ruffillo to Milan Central Station 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 Milan Central Station? 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 timetable below, tips on booking cheap tickets and our FAQs, including first and last train times.

Bologna San Ruffillo to Milan Central Station by train

First train

05:59

Last train

23:35

Departure station

Bologna San Ruffillo

Arrival station

Milan Central Station

Journey time

From 1h 23m

Distance

127 miles (205 km)

Frequency

24 trains per day

Changes

1 change

Train and bus operators

Itabus, Flixbus, Autolinee Federico, Marino, BlaBlaCar Bus

Bologna San Ruffillo to Milan Central Station train times

Check out the next trains departing from Bologna San Ruffillo to Milan Central Station for Tuesday 14th May 2024. For the full train timetable/schedule, or to search for a later time or date, click here.
DepartsArrivesDuration
07:49 11:50 4h 1m, 2 changes
07:49 11:15 3h 26m, 3 changes
07:49 11:20 3h 31m, 2 changes
13:37 15:50 2h 13m, 1 change
13:37 15:00 1h 23m, 1 change
14:07 15:58 1h 51m, 1 change
14:07 15:50 1h 43m, 1 change
15:37 17:50 2h 13m, 1 change
15:37 17:00 1h 23m, 1 change
16:37 18:50 2h 13m, 1 change

Cheap train tickets from Bologna San Ruffillo to Milan Central Station

Book in advance

Most of the train companies across Europe release their tickets around three to six months in advance, many of which can be cheaper the earlier you book. If you know the dates you want to travel, you may be able to find some cheaper train tickets from Bologna San Ruffillo to Milan Central Station by booking early.§

Be flexible with your travel times

Many of the train services in Europe are also popular commuter services, lots of train companies increase ticket prices during “peak hours” (generally between 06:00 – 10:00 and 15:00 – 19:00 on weekdays). If you can, consider travelling outside of peak hours to find lower priced tickets.

Choose a slower or connecting train

On some of the busier routes, you might also have the option to take a slower or connecting train. It may take a little longer than some high-speed or direct services, but if you have a little extra time on your hands, you might find a cheaper fare. Plus, you'll have more time to enjoy the view of the countryside!

Look out for special deals

Take a look at our handy guides to find out when train operators release their special deals and offers to see if you can find cheap European train tickets for your journey.

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

Journey details

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

How long does the train from Bologna San Ruffillo to Milan Central Station take?

The average journey time by train between Bologna San Ruffillo and Milan Central Station is 2 hours and 16 minutes, with around 24 trains per day. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.

What's the fastest journey time between Bologna San Ruffillo and Milan Central Station by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Bologna San Ruffillo to Milan Central Station is 1 hour and 23 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Bologna San Ruffillo to Milan Central Station?

No, there are no direct train services from Bologna San Ruffillo to Milan Central Station. Travelling from Bologna San Ruffillo to Milan Central Station by train will require a minimum of 1 change.

What time does the first train from Bologna San Ruffillo to Milan Central Station leave?

The first train from Bologna San Ruffillo to Milan Central Station leaves at 05:59. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

What time does the last train from Bologna San Ruffillo to Milan Central Station leave?

The last train from Bologna San Ruffillo to Milan Central Station leaves at 23:35. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.

What's the distance between Bologna San Ruffillo and Milan Central Station by train?

Trains travelling from Bologna San Ruffillo to Milan Central Station cover a distance of around 127 miles (205 km) during the journey.

Looking for more information?

If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Milan Central Station to Bologna San Ruffillo.

Europe’s leading train and coach app

We help customers across Europe make more than 172,000 smarter journeys every day.