Trains from Palermo to Bologna

  • Lowest price from ≈ SGD 104.20 €70.90
  • Average duration 16h 18m
  • Connections per day 7
  • Distance 729 km
  • CO₂ per person 10 kg

train from Palermo to Bologna

The journey from Palermo to Bologna is about 729 km. On average a train trip takes 16h 18m with 7 connections per day.

Lowest price ≈ SGD 104.20 €70.90
Trip duration 16h 18m
Connections per day 7
Lowest price ≈ SGD 104.20 €70.90
Highest price ≈ SGD 174.01 €118.40
First departure 07:05 AM
Last departure 08:25 PM
Distance 729 km
Departure Palermo
Arrival Bologna
Travel operator Intercity, Regionale
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Intercity51.03 kg CO₂
10:15Palermo Centrale
16h 17m
03:21Bologna Centrale
≈ SGD 181.51 €123.50
1 changes
Italo51.03 kg CO₂
08:40Palermo, Centrale
12h 40m
22:03Bologna Central Station
≈ SGD 198.26 €134.90
1 changes
InterCityNotte51.03 kg CO₂
16:32Palermo Centrale
12h 4m
08:53Bologna Centrale
≈ SGD 209.14 €142.30
4 changes

Next departures from Palermo to Bologna

Sample times and fares for the coming days — book to confirm availability and price.

Frecciarossa ≈ SGD 171.66 €116.80
07:05 Palermo, Centrale
11h 35m · 1 changes
19:53 Bologna Central Station
DB - Intercity ≈ SGD 133.45 €90.80
10:15 Palermo, Centrale
17h 5m · 1 changes
04:21 Bologna Central Station
≈ SGD 140.80 €95.80
17:20 Palermo, Centrale
14h 48m · 1 changes
08:53 Bologna Central Station
≈ SGD 148.37 €100.95
17:20 Palermo, Centrale
18h 40m · 2 changes
14:26 Bologna Central Station
≈ SGD 174.01 €118.40
20:25 Palermo, Centrale
18h 44m · 1 changes
16:50 Bologna Central Station
≈ SGD 159.90 €108.80
20:25 Palermo, Centrale
15h 6m · 1 changes
11:53 Bologna Central Station
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Carriers on this route

Learn more about carriers on this route.

Frecciarossa, operated by Trenitalia, the national railway company, is a renowned high-speed train service in Italy. FRECCIAROSSA trains, reaching speeds of up to 300 km/h, connect major cities including Rome, Milan, Naples, Florence, and Turin.
Trenitalia's regional train service primarily serves to connect smaller towns and cities within Italy's regions, providing an essential link for daily commuters and local travelers.

Ticket types and services from Palermo to Bologna

Compare different ticket types and on-board services for the journey from Palermo to Bologna.

Standard

Standard is the basic level of service and includes a comfortable seat and access to basic onboard services. Coaches 5-8 are for the Standard level with seats covered in gray eco-leather.
  • Wi-Fi
  • Power sockets
  • Luggage
  • Accessibility
  • Food and drink
  • Air conditioning
  • Bicycle

Premium

Premium service includes a wider seat, more legroom, and access to additional amenities such as a welcome drink and a choice of newspapers. Coach 4 on the Frecciarossa 1000 train is reserved for the Premium level.
  • Wi-Fi
  • Power sockets
  • Luggage
  • Accessibility
  • Food and drink
  • Air conditioning
  • Bicycle

Executive

Executive is the highest level of service and includes all of the amenities of the Business level, as well as a personal entertainment system, and gourmet meals served by a dedicated onboard chef.
  • Wi-Fi
  • Power sockets
  • Luggage
  • Accessibility
  • Food and drink
  • Air conditioning
  • Bicycle

Business

Business service is designed for business travelers and includes all of the amenities of the Premium level, as well as access to a dedicated Business Lounge and priority boarding. Coaches 2 and 3 of Frecciarossa 1000 are reserved for the Business level of service.
  • Wi-Fi
  • Quiet zone
  • Power sockets
  • Luggage
  • Accessibility
  • Food and drink
  • Air conditioning
  • Bicycle

Second Class

On Trenitalia's regional trains, you can enjoy a journey with basic amenities while taking in the scenic views. On some regional trains, you might occasionally find the option of a first-class ticket.
  • Luggage
  • Accessibility
  • Air conditioning
  • Bicycle

Facility description

Learn more about the services available on board each carrier on this route.

Facilities Description
Wi-Fi
On Frecciarossa trains, free WiFi is available. Use their Portale FRECCE service to watch movies, TV, and catch up on news. It also provides travel updates and additional booking options.
Quiet zone
Seek serenity? Frecciarossa offers designated quiet zones for Business Class to ensure a peaceful journey, free from distractions.
Power sockets
No matter the model – be it ETR 500, ETR 600, ETR 700, or ETR 1000 – every seat comes with its power socket to keep your devices charged.
Luggage
On Frecciarossa trains, you won't face any restrictions on the amount of luggage you can bring on board. You can easily stow small bags and items in overhead racks or under your seat, while larger suitcases can be placed in the luggage racks situated in the compartments or close to the exterior doors.
Accessibility
Special assistance is a call away for those who require it. Dial the toll-free 800 90 60 60 from Italian landlines or the international number +3902323232 from any phone, including from abroad.
Food and drink
Satiate your hunger at the FrecciaBistrò, stationed at the train's center. Or, for added convenience, order directly to your seat through the Portale FRECCE's EasyBistrò. Premium and Business Class travelers receive complimentary snacks and drinks, while Executive Class passengers delight in gourmet meals curated by chef Carlo Cracc.
Air conditioning
No matter the weather outside, stay comfortably cool with onboard air-conditioning.
Bicycle
Folding bikes are allowed as hand luggage, while non-folding bikes need to be disassembled and placed in travel cases shown to the conductor or platform staff before boarding, and stowed in a specific part of the train.
Wi-Fi
Currently, Trenitalia Regional trains don't have an onboard entertainment portal. But, you can use your own data.
Power sockets
On Trenitalia Regional trains, you can find power sockets to continue charging your devices.
Luggage
On Trenitalia Regional trains, you won't face any restrictions on the amount of luggage you can bring on board. You can easily stow small bags and items in overhead racks or under your seat, while larger suitcases can be placed in the luggage racks situated in the compartments or close to the exterior doors.
Accessibility
Special assistance is a call away for those who require it. Dial the toll-free 800 90 60 60 from Italian landlines or the international number +3902323232 from any phone, including from abroad.
Food and drink
At present, there's no food service on Trenitalia's regional trains. You're welcome to carry your own refreshments, so consider picking up some snacks at the station prior to departure.
Air conditioning
No matter the weather outside, stay comfortably cool with onboard air-conditioning.
Bicycle
You can bring foldable bikes, hoverboards, monowheels, or e-scooters for free if they're within 120 x 80 x 45cm. For non-foldable bikes, purchase a bike or Second Class ticket.

CO₂ emissions by mode

train 51.03kg
bus 54.68kg
flight 145.8kg
carpool 116.64kg
How much CO₂ is emitted travelling by train from Palermo to Bologna?

The train journey between Palermo and Bologna emits 51.03kg of CO₂.

How much CO₂ do I save by taking the train between Palermo and Bologna?

Taking the train between Palermo and Bologna saves 94.77kg of CO₂ compared to a flight, 3.65kg compared to the bus and 65.61kg compared to the car.

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