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Travel from Munich to Bologna Centrale by train in 6 hours 35 minutes
If you want to know more about the journey from Munich to Bologna Centrale by train, look no further!
The average journey time from Munich to Bologna Centrale by train is 9 hours 44 minutes, although on the fastest services it can take just 6 hours 35 minutes. Around 23 trains per day travel the 251 miles (404 km) between these two destinations. Direct trains are usually available every day on the route to Bologna Centrale. During your journey, you'll either be travelling with DB or ÖBB, as they are the main operators of services on this route.
Book train tickets from Munich to Bologna Centrale in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £40.30. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices when you search in our Journey Planner.
Ready to book? Start your search for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information, including our timetable where you can view first and last train times, as well as tips on how to find cheap train tickets.
Munich to Bologna Centrale by train
It takes an average of 9h 44m to travel from Munich to Bologna Centrale by train, over a distance of around 251 miles (404 km). There are normally 23 trains per day travelling from Munich to Bologna Centrale and tickets for this journey start from £40.30 when you book in advance.
| First train | 03:31 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 23:51 | |
| Departure station | Munich | |
| Arrival station | Bologna Centrale | |
| Journey time | From 6h 35m | |
| Distance | 251 miles (404 km) | |
| Frequency | 23 trains per day | |
| Changes | Direct trains available | |
| Price | From £40.30 | |
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Deutsche Bahn and ÖBB trains from Munich to Bologna Centrale
Deutsche Bahn
ÖBB
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.
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ÖBB is the major railway company for Austria, subdivided into several subsidiaries, responsible for certain areas of transport, such as long distance and local transport, the operation of postal buses and the transport of goods. Railjet is ÖBB's high-speed train, which travels at speeds of up to 143 mph (230 km/h) and connects the main Austrian cities with Germany, Hungary, Switzerland, the Czech Republic and Italy.
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Cheap train tickets from Munich to Bologna Centrale
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 Munich to Bologna Centrale 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.