There are 4 ways to get from Innsbruck to Bologna by train, car or plane
Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2rio's travel planner.
Recommended option
Train • 4h 52m
35€ - 55€
Cheapest option
Fly • 6h 16m
29€ - 189€
2 alternative options
Train via Sterzing • 6h 41m
32€ - 58€
Drive • 3h 49m
45€ - 75€
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International entry into Italy from Austria
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- 10-day mandatory quarantine and a negative COVID-19 test issued at most 2 days before arrival
- Negative COVID-19 test issued at most 2 days before arrival and 5 day mandatory self quarantine
- A negative result for COVID-19 is a condition to end the quarantine obligation earlier. It is tested in quarantine on day 5
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Questions & Answers
The cost-effective way to get from Innsbruck to Bologna is to train, which costs 35€ - 55€ and takes 4h 52m.
The quickest way to get from Innsbruck to Bologna is to drive which costs 45€ - 75€ and takes 3h 49m.
Yes, there is a direct train departing from Innsbruck Hbf and arriving at Bologna Centrale. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 52m.
The distance between Innsbruck and Bologna is 308 km. The road distance is 398.4 km.
The best way to get from Innsbruck to Bologna without a car is to train which takes 4h 52m and costs 35€ - 55€.
The train from Innsbruck Hbf to Bologna Centrale takes 4h 52m including transfers and departs three times a day.
Innsbruck to Bologna train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Eurocity, depart from Innsbruck Hbf station.
The best way to get from Innsbruck to Bologna is to train which takes 4h 52m and costs 35€ - 55€. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs 29€ - 190€ and takes 6h 16m.
There is no direct flight from Innsbruck Airport to Bologna Airport. The quickest flight takes 3h 20m and has one stopover.
Innsbruck to Bologna train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Eurocity, arrive at Bologna Centrale station.
- Distance: 307.9 km
- Duration: 4h 52m
What companies run services between Innsbruck, Austria and Bologna, Italy?
Deutsche Bahn Eurocity operates a train from Innsbruck Hbf to Bologna Centrale 3 times a day. Tickets cost 35€ - 55€ and the journey takes 4h 52m. Alternatively, Lufthansa, Austrian Airlines and Ryanair fly from Innsbruck to Bologna 3 times a day.
- Website
- lufthansa.com
Flights from Innsbruck to Bologna via Frankfurt
- Ave. Duration
- 5h 56m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- 120€ - 550€
- Website
- austrian.com
Flights from Innsbruck to Bologna via Vienna
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 47m
- When
- Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday
- Estimated price
- 120€ - 550€
- Website
- ryanair.com
Flights from Innsbruck to Bologna via Vienna
- Ave. Duration
- 5h 45m
- When
- Friday
- Estimated price
- 20€ - 160€
Deutsche Bahn’s EuroCity (EC) trains connect German cities to major cities in neighbouring European countries, and are operated in conjunction with their national train company. All EC trains offer First and Standard class; cars are air-conditioned and food and drinks are available onboard. Tickets can be booked up to 180 days in advance of travel. Seat reservations are not compulsory but are recommended for popular routes.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +49 30 2970
- Website
- bahn.com
Train from Innsbruck Hbf to Bologna Centrale
- Ave. Duration
- 4h 52m
- Frequency
- 3 times a day
- Estimated price
- 35€ - 55€
- Website
- reiseauskunft.bahn.de
Austria's national railway system is not only punctual, reliable and efficient, but offers free wifi to boot. Choose from high-speed intercity Railjet trains, overnight Nightjet trains and regional services such as Cityjet. ÖBB also operates international routes that connect cities in Austria with adjacent European countries including Germany, Hungary, Liechtenstein, Czech Republic, Switzerland and Slovenia. If you're planning to be in Austria for a while, consider the ÖBB Vorteilscard, an annual railcard that offers discounts on routes within Austria and in neighbouring countries.
Contact Details
Train from Innsbruck Hbf to Vipiteno Val Vizze/Sterzing Pfitsch
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 3m
- Frequency
- 3 times a day
- Estimated price
- 9€ - 13€
- Website
- Austrian Railways
- Book at
- Austria Rail Pass
The primary train operator in Italy, Trenitalia was created in the year 2000. Trenitalia offers national rail connections in Italy as well as international connections to Austria, France, Germany and Switzerland. The company operates regional and long-distance trains, as well as high-speed trains called Frecce that travel on specialised tracks on speeds of up to 360km/h. Trenitalia tickets are available online, in stations across the country or from many travel agents that offer bookings.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +39 06 68475475
- Website
- trenitalia.com
Train from Vipiteno Val Vizze/Sterzing Pfitsch to Bologna Centrale
- Ave. Duration
- 4h 38m
- Frequency
- 3 times a day
- Estimated price
- 22€ - 45€
- Website
- Trenitalia
- 1st Class
- 39€ - 43€
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More Questions & Answers
Yes, the driving distance between Innsbruck to Bologna is 398 km. It takes approximately 3h 49m to drive from Innsbruck to Bologna.
Ryanair, Lufthansa and Austrian Airlines offer flights from Innsbruck Airport to Bologna Airport.
There are 1121+ hotels available in Bologna. Prices start at 75€ per night.
The best way to get from Innsbruck to Innsbruck Airport is to line 4162 bus which takes 6 min and costs 3€.