The average train between Bologna and Solothurn takes 7h 12m and the fastest train takes 5h 14m. The train service runs several times per day from Bologna to Solothurn. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run twice daily between Bologna and Solothurn. The earliest departure is at 1:56 PM in the afternoon, and the last departure from Bologna is at 10:38 PM which arrives into Solothurn at 11:10 AM. All services require a transfer at Milano Centrale and take an average of 7h 12m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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12h 32m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Bologna to Solothurn? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Bologna to Solothurn. However, there are services departing from Bologna station and arriving at Solothurn station via Milano Centrale. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 12m.
Bologna to Solothurn train services, operated by Trenitalia Frecce, depart from Bologna Centrale station.
Bologna to Solothurn train services, operated by Trenitalia Frecce, arrive at Bern station.
Book your Bologna to Solothurn train tickets online with Trenitalia Frecce, Trenitalia EuroCity and Autobusbetrieb RBS.
The distance between Bologna and Solothurn is 421.5 km. The road distance is 509 km.
You can take a train from Bologna Centrale to Solothurn via Milano Centrale and Bern in around 6h 8m.