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Taking the train from Bologna to Angers in 11 hours 54 minutes

Thinking about taking the train from Bologna to Angers? We’ve got you covered.

It usually takes around 15 hours 22 minutes to travel the 606 miles (975 km) from Bologna to Angers by train, although you can get there in as little as 11 hours 54 minutes on the fastest services. You’ll normally find around 19 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 Trenitalia and TGV Lyria trains. Both train companies run modern comfortable services with plenty of room for luggage.

Train tickets from Bologna to Angers 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 Angers? 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.

Trains to Angers from Bologna

First train

05:06

Last train

22:38

Departure stationBologna
Arrival stationAngers
Journey time

From 11h 54m

Distance

606 miles (975 km)

Frequency

19 trains per day

Changes

2 changes

Train and bus operators

BlaBlaCar Bus, Flixbus, Itabus, Italo, Marino, SNCF Voyageurs, TGV Lyria, Trenitalia

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

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

How do you travel to Angers from Bologna?

To get to Angers from Bologna, why not take the train? With 19 trains per day and an average journey time of 15 hours and 22 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 Bologna to Angers by train?

On average, it takes around 15 hours and 22 minutes to travel from Bologna to Angers by train, although you can get there in 11 hours and 54 minutes on the fastest services. With 19 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 Bologna to Angers?

Yes, there are high-speed trains available from Bologna to Angers. Italo and TGV Lyria trains offer various classes and onboard services. You'll be able to get there in around 11 hours and 54 minutes on the fastest services.

How fast can trains travel from Bologna to Angers?

The fastest time a train can travel the 606 miles (975 km) from Bologna to Angers is 11 hours and 54 minutes.

What are the train times from Bologna to Angers?

Check out the next trains departing from Bologna to Angers for Tuesday 14th October 2025. For the full train timetable/schedule, or to search for a later time or date, click here.
DepartsArrivesDuration
07:3620:4013h 4m, 3 changes
08:2620:4012h 14m, 4 changes
09:3621:3011h 54m, 3 changes
09:3622:1412h 38m, 2 changes
10:1822:1411h 56m, 5 changes
13:3607:1417h 38m, 2 changes
15:3610:1418h 38m, 4 changes
15:5810:1418h 16m, 5 changes
16:3610:1417h 38m, 6 changes
16:5610:1417h 18m, 7 changes

Italo, Trenitalia and TGV Lyria trains from Bologna to Angers

You can travel from Bologna to Angers on Italo, Trenitalia and TGV Lyria 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.

Italo is a high-speed train operator that runs services between many of the major cities across Italy. All Italo trains are modern, air conditioned, and have free WiFi available for all travellers. There are four comfort classes, or "ambiances", as Italo like to call them – Smart (the cheapest price), Comfort (with wider seats and extra legroom), Prima (with a welcome selection of food and drink, fast track boarding and extra space), and Executive Club (with all Prima services, extra-wide seats, access to Italo Club lounges and personal entertainment screens at your seat).

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Trenitalia is the national railway company of Italy, with a fleet including high-speed trains (Frecciarossa, Frecciargento and Frecciabianca), Intercity and Intercity night trains and regional trains. Trenitalia offers discounts and special promotions on selected routes, two types of discounted tickets for young people under 30 and people over 60.

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TGV Lyria links France to Switzerland and can travel at a maximum speed of 200 mph (320 km/h). Resulting from the collaboration between SNCF and SBB, TGV Lyria has three comfort classes on all trains. Standard (equivalent to the Second Class TGV, with comfortable seats), Standard 1ère (with more legroom and access to the SNCF show Grand Voyageur at the Gare de Lyon in Paris) and Business 1ère (available all week except Saturday, on some lines only).

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What Italo, TGV Lyria and Trenitalia Eurocity classes are there from Bologna to Angers?

Compare the different travel classes offered by Italo, TGV Lyria and Trenitalia Eurocity when travelling from Bologna to Angers.

Smart

Although Smart is Italo’s standard and cheapest class, you won’t miss out on the fantastic service! This class provides you with the following amenities:

  • CoffeeCoffeeVending machine
  • AtSeatServiceAtSeatServiceEntertainment portal
  • LeatherSeatLeatherSeatLeather seats
  • PlugPlugPower sockets at each seat
  • WiFiWiFiFree WiFi
  • AdultPassengerAdultPassengerWelcome service
  • SingleSingleFast track
  • LegRoomLegRoomMore legroom
  • ReceiptReceiptFree magazines/newspapers
  • CompartmentCompartmentSalotto
  • TvTvPersonal screens
  • RestaurantRestaurantCatering at your seat

    Prima

    In addition to all the perks of Italo Smart, Italo Prima also provides a little extra, such as a dedicated Fast Track service and a welcome service.

    • CoffeeCoffeeVending machine
    • AtSeatServiceAtSeatServiceEntertainment portal
    • LeatherSeatLeatherSeatLeather seats
    • PlugPlugPower sockets at each seat
    • WiFiWiFiFree WiFi
    • AdultPassengerAdultPassengerWelcome service
    • SingleSingleFast track
    • LegRoomLegRoomMore legroom
    • ReceiptReceiptFree magazines/newspapers
    • CompartmentCompartmentSalotto
    • TvTvPersonal screens
    • RestaurantRestaurantCatering at your seat

      Club Executive

      If you fancy travelling in style, upgrade to Italo Club Executive and enjoy dedicated catering service, personal screens, and free entry to Italo Club Lounge.

      • CoffeeCoffeeVending machine
      • AtSeatServiceAtSeatServiceEntertainment portal
      • LeatherSeatLeatherSeatLeather seats
      • PlugPlugPower sockets at each seat
      • WiFiWiFiFree WiFi
      • AdultPassengerAdultPassengerWelcome service
      • SingleSingleFast track
      • LegRoomLegRoomMore legroom
      • ReceiptReceiptFree magazines/newspapers
      • CompartmentCompartmentSalotto
      • TvTvPersonal screens
      • RestaurantRestaurantCatering at your seat

        Standard

        TGV Lyria’s Standard Class offers comfortable seats and access to the dining car, perfect for an economical trip in comfort.

        • WiFiWiFiFree WiFi
        • LuggageLuggageLuggage storage
        • BarBarBar/restaurant carriage
        • PlugPlugPower sockets
        • LegRoomLegRoomMore legroom
        • QuietZoneQuietZoneQuiet area
        • TicketTicketFull ticket flexibility
        • AdultPassengerAdultPassengerWelcome service
        • RestaurantRestaurantComplimentary meal at seat
        • BarBarUnlimited drinks

          Première

          When travelling in Première with TGV Lyria, you will have additional legroom, the comfort of a first-class seat, as well as food sold at your seat.

          • WiFiWiFiFree WiFi
          • LuggageLuggageLuggage storage
          • BarBarBar/restaurant carriage
          • PlugPlugPower sockets
          • LegRoomLegRoomMore legroom
          • QuietZoneQuietZoneQuiet area
          • TicketTicketFull ticket flexibility
          • AdultPassengerAdultPassengerWelcome service
          • RestaurantRestaurantComplimentary meal at seat
          • BarBarUnlimited drinks

            Première Signature

            If you prefer to travel in style, upgrade to Première Signature class and enjoy a welcome drink, a meal on board and much more.

            • WiFiWiFiFree WiFi
            • LuggageLuggageLuggage storage
            • BarBarBar/restaurant carriage
            • PlugPlugPower sockets
            • LegRoomLegRoomMore legroom
            • QuietZoneQuietZoneQuiet area
            • TicketTicketFull ticket flexibility (1)
            • AdultPassengerAdultPassengerWelcome service
            • RestaurantRestaurantComplimentary meal at seat
            • BarBarUnlimited drinks
            • (1) Check conditions when selecting the ticket.

            Second Class

            From spacious armchairs to at-seat power sockets and reading lights, you’ve got everything you need to enjoy your journey in EuroCity's Second Class.

            • SeatSeatSeat reservation
            • PlugPlugPower sockets
            • PlusPlusClothes hanger
            • ReadingReadingReading light
            • LuggageLuggageLuggage storage
            • WiFiWiFiFree WiFi
            • BarBarBar/restaurant carriage
            • LegRoomLegRoomMore legroom

              First Class

              In addition to all the services available in Second Class, you’ll get to enjoy extra-wide and comfier seats, more legroom, and an at-seat catering service in EuroCity’s First Class:

              • SeatSeatSeat reservation
              • PlugPlugPower sockets
              • PlusPlusClothes hanger
              • ReadingReadingReading light
              • LuggageLuggageLuggage storage
              • WiFiWiFiFree WiFi
              • BarBarBar/restaurant carriage
              • LegRoomLegRoomMore legroom

                What are the onboard services on Italo, TGV Lyria and Trenitalia Eurocity?

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

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

                While there’s no bar or restaurant carriage 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 sockets that are available at your seat.
                ChildPassengerChildPassengerWhat facilities are there for travel with children?
                • Children 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 travelling 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.
                PetPetCan I bring pets on board?
                • Pets under 10kg can travel for free on all Italo trains provided they’re placed in a carrier or cage.
                • Pets over 10kg 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 at-seat power sockets.

                LuggageLuggageWhat luggage limits are there?

                You can take luggage on board TGV Lyria trains without worrying about weight restrictions, so long as you're able to carry it yourself.

                RestaurantRestaurantWhat food and drink is available?

                There are two refreshment options on board TGV Lyria trains:

                Le Bistrot: Available in the café-bar carriage or at your seat, with a Standard or Première TGV Lyria ticket.
                La Table: A French-Swiss dining experience available with a Première Signature TGV Lyria ticket.

                WiFiWiFiWhat onboard entertainment is available?

                Free WiFi is available on board. To get online, connect to the network _WIFI_LYRIA when you're on the train and go to the TGV Lyria Portal in your browser.

                ChildPassengerChildPassengerWhat facilities are there for travel with children?

                Families can reserve two different areas on the train:

                The Family Square, located in carriages 6, 16, 7 or 17 in Standard (Second Class). This is a set of four seats facing one another, with space for a pushchair.
                Club 4, which is also a set of 4 seats facing one another around a table.

                You will also find baby changing facilities, including a baby changing table on the upper deck of carriages 7 and 17, and the lower deck of carriages 1 and 11.

                 

                ModeOfTransportBikeModeOfTransportBikeCan I bring a bike on board?

                Bikes are allowed on board, so long as they're folded or their wheels are detached. Bikes must also be placed in suitable storage cases (no larger than 130 x 90 cm).

                PetPetCan I bring pets on board?

                Small pets may travel with TGV Lyria, as long as they are carried in a carrier or container no larger than 45 x 30 x 25 cm. Pets must be placed on your lap or by your feet and must travel with their own ticket at a flat rate of €7.

                Dogs on a lead may travel on TGV Lyria trains, but they must be muzzled throughout the journey and placed by your feet. Passengers must pay a flat-rate ticket fee of €20.

                WheelchairWheelchairWhat special assistance is available?

                2 seats in carriages 1 or 11 in First Class are reserved for passengers with reduced mobility. You can request one of these seats when making your booking. If these spaces are no longer available, you can reserve a standard seat. You can also reserve assistance at the train station for help folding and storing your wheelchair.

                InfoInfoWhat else do I need to know?

                You can travel with musical instruments if they're stored in a case no larger than 130 x 90 cm. If you're going skiing, snowboards and skis are allowed on board (one pair of skis or one snowboard per person). They must be stored in their covers.

                LuggageLuggageWhat luggage limits are there?
                • You can take your bags on board Trenitalia's Eurocity trains free of charge.
                • In most cases, there are no luggage size limits – you can even travel with musical instruments and sports equipment. You’ll just need to make sure that your luggage 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?

                Children 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 Bologna to Angers?

                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 Bologna to Angers 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 travelling outside of 'peak hours' (generally between 06:00 - 10:00 and 15:00 - 19:00 on weekdays) as many train 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 Interrail Passes that are valid for travel within 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 discounts

                Many train companies in Europe will often run sales on tickets throughout the year or offer discounts to senior/youth/group travellers, so keep an eye out!

                6. Take a night train

                Save on accommodation and use the night to travel by sleeper train to your next destination.

                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.

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