What is the cheapest way to get from Novara to Bologna?

The cheapest way to get from Novara to Bologna is to bus which costs €12 - €28 and takes 4h 5m.

What is the fastest way to get from Novara to Bologna?

The fastest way to get from Novara to Bologna is to train which takes 1h 59m and costs €25 - €70.

Is there a direct bus between Novara and Bologna?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Novara and arriving at Bologna Centrale. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Novara and Bologna?

No, there is no direct train from Novara to Bologna. However, there are services departing from Novara and arriving at Bologna Centrale via Milano Centrale. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 59m.

How far is it from Novara to Bologna?

The distance between Novara and Bologna is 262 km. The road distance is 263.1 km.

How do I travel from Novara to Bologna without a car?

The best way to get from Novara to Bologna without a car is to train which takes 1h 59m and costs €25 - €70.

How long does it take to get from Novara to Bologna?

It takes approximately 1h 59m to get from Novara to Bologna, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Novara to Bologna bus from?

Novara to Bologna bus services, operated by Sita Sud S.r.l., depart from Novara station.

Where do I catch the Novara to Bologna train from?

Novara to Bologna train services, operated by Trenitalia, depart from Novara station.

Train or bus from Novara to Bologna?

The best way to get from Novara to Bologna is to train which takes 1h 59m and costs €25 - €70. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €12 - €28 and takes 4h 5m.

Where does the Novara to Bologna bus arrive?

Novara to Bologna bus services, operated by Sita Sud S.r.l., arrive at Bologna Centrale station.

Where does the Novara to Bologna train arrive?

Novara to Bologna train services, operated by Trenitalia, arrive at Milano Centrale station.

Can I drive from Novara to Bologna?

Yes, the driving distance between Novara to Bologna is 263 km. It takes approximately 2h 36m to drive from Novara to Bologna.

How do I get a train ticket from Novara to Bologna?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Novara to Bologna?

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Where can I stay near Bologna?

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Novara to Bologna - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Novara to Bologna by train (Trenitalia), bus, car, or train

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train (Trenitalia)
best
1. Take the train from Novara to Milano Centraletrain 2015 / ...
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Bologna Centraletrain Fr
1h 59m
€26–67
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Novara to Bologna Centralebus Marozzi-Marino
4h 5m
€12–28
Drive 263.1 km
1. Drive from Novara to Bolognacar 263.1 km
2h 36m
€41–60
Train via Novara
1. Take the train from Novara to Milano Centraletrain 2015 / ...
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Bologna centraletrain 9941 / ...
2h 8m
€45–62
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Novara to Milano Porta Veneziatrain S6
2. Take the bus from Milan to Bolognabus FlixBus N524 / ...
5h 1m
€20–33

Novara to Bologna by train (Trenitalia)

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1h 59mAverage Duration

€26Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Novara to Bologna.

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Distance: 262.2 km
Duration: 1h 59m

What companies run services between Novara, Italy and Bologna, Italy?

You can take a train from Novara to Bologna Centrale via Milano Centrale in around 1h 59m. Alternatively, Sita Sud S.r.l. operates a bus from Novara to Bologna Centrale once daily. Tickets cost €12–28 and the journey takes 4h 5m.

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