Route guide

Paris → Bologna

839 km · France to Italy · Fastest: 4h by flight · Cheapest: €30+ by bus

How to travel from Paris to Bologna

There are 4 ways to travel between Paris and Bologna — compare duration, price and operators below.

🚄Train

€65–191

Duration: 7h

via TGV inOui, Frecciarossa

~12 kg CO₂ per passenger

🚌Bus

€30–79

Duration: 11h 59m

via FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus

~23 kg CO₂ per passenger

✈️Flight

€69–221

Duration: 3h 37m

via Ryanair, easyJet, Air France, ITA Airways

~131 kg CO₂ per passenger

🚗Car

€101–185

Duration: 9h 19m

~143 kg CO₂ per passenger

Where they are on the map

Paris and Bologna highlighted among the 50 European cities we cover. Map is schematic, not to scale.

Travel tips for this route

At 839 km it's a longer journey — overnight stay strongly recommended.
Both train and flight options exist. Trains often beat flights door-to-door under 600 km once you count airport overhead.
This route crosses from France into Italy. Check passport/ID requirements with your operator before booking.
Long-distance coaches (FlixBus and similar) are typically 30–50% cheaper than train, but 2–3× slower.

Paris to Bologna — every option in detail

Paris to Bologna by train

Trains link Paris (France) and Bologna (Italy) through the European rail network. Most journeys take around 7h including one or two connections at major hubs.

Operators on this corridor include TGV inOui, Frecciarossa.

Train fares are dynamic — typical range is €65 to €191. Advance-purchase tickets (1–2 months ahead) almost always beat walk-up prices.

Climate footprint: about 12 kg CO₂ per passenger by train vs roughly 131 kg by flight — taking the train saves ~119 kg on this distance.

Paris to Bologna by bus

Long-distance coaches connect Paris and Bologna with a typical journey of 11h 59m. Buses are usually the slowest mode for this corridor but consistently the cheapest.

Operators include FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.

Fares start from around €30 when booked in advance, rising to €79 for last-minute travel.

Most modern coaches offer Wi-Fi, USB charging and reclining seats. Overnight services exist on longer corridors and can save a hotel night.

Paris to Bologna by flight

Flights between Paris and Bologna take around 1h in the air, but plan on roughly 3h 37m door-to-door once you add airport transfers, check-in and security.

Airlines on this route include Ryanair, easyJet, Air France, ITA Airways.

Typical fare range is €69–221. Low-cost carriers offer the cheapest base fares but charge separately for bags and seat selection.

Climate footprint: approximately 131 kg CO₂ per passenger for this flight.

Paris to Bologna by car

The driving distance from Paris to Bologna is approximately 965 km. At motorway speeds, plan on around 9h 19m of driving plus stops.

Fuel-only running cost is in the €101–185 range for a typical car. Toll roads may apply, especially in France, Italy, Spain, Austria and Switzerland — budget extra accordingly.

Crossing the France–Italy border by car is straightforward within the Schengen Area; check current rules with the operator or border authority if either country is outside it.

Climate footprint: approximately 143 kg CO₂ per passenger assuming 1.5 occupants per car.

About this route

The distance between Paris and Bologna is approximately 839 kilometres. Direct or connecting trains link the two cities through the European rail network. Both cities have international airports with regular flight service. Long-distance coaches offer a budget-friendly alternative on this route. Estimates below reflect typical operator schedules and fare ranges; book in advance for the best prices.

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