The average train between Linz and Bologna takes 11h 15m and the fastest train takes 8h 29m. The train service runs several times per day from Linz to Bologna. 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 5 times a day between Linz and Bologna. The earliest departure is at 8:26 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Linz is at 8:45 PM which arrives into Bologna at 10:44 AM. All services require a transfer at Innsbruck Hauptbahnhof and take an average of 11h 15m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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16h 8m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Linz to Bologna? 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 Linz to Bologna. However, there are services departing from Linz station and arriving at Bologna station via Innsbruck Hauptbahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 15m.
Linz to Bologna train services, operated by Railjet, depart from Linz/Donau Hbf station.
Linz to Bologna train services, operated by Railjet, arrive at Bologna Centrale station.
Book your Linz to Bologna train tickets online with Railjet, ÖBB and 4 other operators.
The distance between Linz and Bologna is 480.3 km. The road distance is 700 km.
You can take a train from Linz/Donau Hbf to Bologna Centrale via Innsbruck Hauptbahnhof, Brennero - Brenner, and Verona Porta Nuova in around 9h 27m.