Bologna to Aarau by train

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Overview: trains from Bologna to Aarau

Find the key information for travelling by train from Bologna to Aarau, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.

First train 00:10 View journey
Last train 23:08 View journey
Avg changes 2
Fastest journey 5hr 29m View journey
Distance (km) 410
Trains / day 50 View all
Cheapest journey CA$157.95 View journey
Avg journey time 9hr 12m
Train operators 59

Taking the train from Bologna to Aarau

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Train cost between Bologna to Aarau

Getting from Bologna to Aarau by rail typically costs CA$157.95, but runs about if booked a month in advance. If you wait until 7 days before departure, prices increase to . Booking as early as possible helps you find the lowest cost tickets, but that’s not the only way to save.

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Departure frequency and timetable from Bologna to Aarau

Here are the scheduling basics for trains from Bologna to Aarau:

  • 00:10 is the first scheduled train (Monday-Friday).

  • 23:08 the the last scheduled train (Monday-Friday).

  • 04:15 is the first scheduled train (Saturday and Sunday).

  • 23:06 is the last scheduled train (Saturday and Sunday).

  • A train departs every 13 minutes from Bologna toward Aarau.

Start booking your ticket aboard one of the 50 trains serving this route each day.

Average train travel time from Bologna to Aarau

The quickest time by train is 5 hours and 29 minutes, travelling a total distance of 410 kilometres.

How far in advance Bologna and Aarau tickets go on sale

Tickets for travel between Bologna and Aarau are available 6 months in advance. To be notified by email when a certain travel date goes on sale, set up a booking alert.

Learn more about train travel from Bologna to Aarau

Refer to our help articles for more details and insights on train travel from Bologna and beyond. Get ready for your visit with travel tips and inspiration in our Aarau city guide.

FAQs about the train journey from Bologna to Aarau

Want to know more about your journey from Bologna to Aarau? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

The total distance between Bologna and Aarau by train is 410 kilometres.

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Child and youth passengers

The definition of "Child" and "Youth" varies by country and operator. This is why we ask for the age of young passengers.

Sometimes children below a certain age can travel without a seat for free. If you want to guarantee a seat for child passengers, enter '6' as the age of the child.

Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.