Fastest way from Bologna to Naples: Flight (1 stop), about 1h 55min (from €41). Cheapest: Bus, from €10 (about 6h 40min – 8h 15min). Main companies selling this route on 12Go (checked on October 27, 2026): NTV, Itabus, FlixBus; main departure point: Bologna Main.
There are 3 ways to get from Bologna to Naples
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Companies selling this route on 12Go
Offers listed on 12Go on October 27, 2026 for a departure on November 17, 2026. Timetables and prices change with the date: check them before booking.
| Company | Mode | Departs from | From | Offers |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NTV | Train | Bologna Main | €50 | 28 |
| FlixBus | Bus | Bologna Bus Station | €10 | 11 |
| Itabus | Bus | Bologna Bus Terminal | €11 | 12 |
| Marino | Bus | Bologna Bus Station | €31 | 1 |
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Practical tips
Fares on Trenitalia and Italo rise as the departure date approaches. Book as soon as your dates are fixed, and compare both companies, since the cheapest ticket is not always on the same operator.
If your schedule is open and your budget is tight, the coach is the cheapest way to reach Naples. Pick a morning departure so you arrive in daylight and have time to reach your accommodation calmly.
Your train leaves from Bologna Centrale and arrives at Napoli Centrale. Check the station name on your ticket before heading out, so you never end up at the wrong stop or platform.
A flight with a stopover adds airport transfers, security checks and a connection. Unless you find a very good fare and travel light, the train usually gets you into central Naples with less hassle.
Heading to Capri, Sorrento or the Amalfi Coast? Naples has several ports, such as Molo Beverello and Calata Porta di Massa. Check which one your boat uses before you book, and allow a buffer on arrival.
The journey experience
Bologna to Naples is a trip where the right choice depends on what you value most: speed, price or flexibility. Three options are available here: the high-speed train, the coach and a flight with a stopover. The comparison on this page puts time and price side by side, so you can decide in a few seconds.
The high-speed train, run by Trenitalia and Italo, connects city centre to city centre. You get comfortable seats, room for luggage and no airport-style check-in. The coach is the budget option. It costs much less and suits travellers with a flexible schedule who don't mind a long day on the road. A flight with a stopover can look attractive on paper, but airport transfers, security and the connection eat into the advantage.
For most independent travellers, the train is the smart default, especially if you book ahead, because last-minute fares can climb. Choose the coach if budget matters more than time. You leave from Bologna Centrale and arrive at Napoli Centrale. If you continue to Capri or the Amalfi Coast, check which Naples port your boat uses, as there are several. Plan it once and the rest is easy.
Frequently asked questions — Bologna → Naples
The coach is the cheapest option, from €10 and typically up to €17. The high-speed train (Trenitalia / Italo) starts from €50 and is typically up to €53. A flight with a stopover starts from €41 and can reach €98 depending on the date. Booking ahead usually gives the best fares.
The high-speed train takes about 3 h 30 to 3 h 45. The coach takes about 7 to 8 hours. A flight with a stopover is about 1 h 55 to 2 h in the air, but airport transfers, security and the connection add extra time to the total door-to-door journey.
For most travellers, the high-speed train is the best choice: about 3 h 30 to 3 h 45, from €50, city centre to city centre. The coach, from €10, suits tight budgets and flexible schedules. A flight with a stopover, from €41, rarely saves real time once transfers and the connection are counted.
Trains to Naples leave from Bologna Centrale, the city's main station, and arrive at Napoli Centrale. Both Trenitalia and Italo serve this route. Check the station name on your ticket before you travel, and arrive a little early to find your platform on the departures board.
From Naples you continue by boat or hydrofoil to Capri and along the Amalfi Coast. Naples has several ports, including Molo Beverello and Calata Porta di Massa, so check which one your ticket names. In high season, book your crossing ahead, as popular sailings can sell out.
Why visit Naples?
- ✓ Taste the original Neapolitan pizza at historic pizzerias like L'Antica Pizzeria da Michele or Sorbillo
- ✓ Walk through the ruins of Pompeii and climb Mount Vesuvius, 30 minutes from the city by train
- ✓ Admire the Caravaggio and Roman mosaics at the Capodimonte and National Archaeological Museums
- ✓ Wander the lively alleys of Spaccanapoli and the Quartieri Spagnoli, with street art and Maradona murals
- ✓ Take a ferry from the Molo Beverello to Capri, Ischia or Procida for a day trip on the bay
When to visit Naples?
MEDITERRANEAN CLIMATE
April to June and September to October — warm, sunny weather without the peak summer heat and crowds
What to do in Naples?
Local experiences, must-see sights and activities selected for you
How long to visit Naples?
Plan 3 to 4 days in Naples: it's long enough to cover the historic centre, the National Archaeological Museum, Spaccanapoli and the street food scene at a relaxed pace. With 2 days, stick to the centre and the museum, plus Pompeii or Herculaneum as a half-day trip. With 4 days or more, add Vesuvius, Capri or the Amalfi Coast; book Pompeii tickets online and use the Circumvesuviana train rather than a tour.
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