Bologna to Frankfurt am Main train travel explained

Want to know how to get from Bologna to Frankfurt am Main by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!

The fastest trains from Bologna to Frankfurt am Main take around 8 hours and 48 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 655 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Bologna is scheduled to depart at around  04:15. The last departure is usually at around 23:45 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Bologna at around 00:10, with the last train leaving at around 23:45. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 57 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 11 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from US$49.50.

We think any time is a great time to visit Frankfurt am Main, as each season has its own unique charm. Nevertheless, please make sure you check the local weather and average seasonal temperatures at destination before deciding on your holiday.

For more tips to help you plan your journey, check out our help articles, or read our guide to Frankfurt am Main.

Is there a direct train from Bologna to Frankfurt am Main?

The journey between Bologna and Frankfurt am Main usually involves one change of train.

We usually find at least one departure on the route from Bologna to Frankfurt am Main every weekday that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.

There are typically fewer trains leaving at weekends, when we found at least one departure.

How long does it take to travel from Bologna to Frankfurt am Main?

The Bologna to Frankfurt am Main train travel takes about 8 hours and 48 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Bologna to Frankfurt am Main train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Frankfurt am Main leaving Bologna at around 04:15 and the last train leaving at around 23:45 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Bologna at around 00:10, with the final departure at 23:45.