Route guide

Copenhagen → Bologna

1246 km · Denmark to Italy · Fastest: 4h by flight · Cheapest: €40+ by bus

How to travel from Copenhagen to Bologna

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

🚄Train

€90–264

Duration: 10h 23m

via DSB, Trenitalia (Frecciarossa), Italo

~17 kg CO₂ per passenger

🚌Bus

€40–107

Duration: 17h 48m

via FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus

~35 kg CO₂ per passenger

✈️Flight

€85–270

Duration: 4h 10m

via Ryanair, easyJet, SAS, ITA Airways

~194 kg CO₂ per passenger

🚗Car

€150–274

Duration: 13h 51m

~212 kg CO₂ per passenger

Where they are on the map

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

Travel tips for this route

At 1246 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 Denmark 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.

Copenhagen to Bologna — every option in detail

Copenhagen to Bologna by train

Trains link Copenhagen (Denmark) and Bologna (Italy) through the European rail network. Most journeys take around 10h 23m including one or two connections at major hubs.

Operators on this corridor include DSB, Trenitalia (Frecciarossa), Italo.

Train fares are dynamic — typical range is €90 to €264. Advance-purchase tickets (1–2 months ahead) almost always beat walk-up prices.

Climate footprint: about 17 kg CO₂ per passenger by train vs roughly 194 kg by flight — taking the train saves ~177 kg on this distance.

Copenhagen to Bologna by bus

Long-distance coaches connect Copenhagen and Bologna with a typical journey of 17h 48m. Buses are usually the slowest mode for this corridor but consistently the cheapest.

Operators include FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.

Fares start from around €40 when booked in advance, rising to €107 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.

Copenhagen to Bologna by flight

Flights between Copenhagen and Bologna take around 2h in the air, but plan on roughly 4h 10m door-to-door once you add airport transfers, check-in and security.

Airlines on this route include Ryanair, easyJet, SAS, ITA Airways.

Typical fare range is €85–270. Low-cost carriers offer the cheapest base fares but charge separately for bags and seat selection.

Climate footprint: approximately 194 kg CO₂ per passenger for this flight.

Copenhagen to Bologna by car

The driving distance from Copenhagen to Bologna is approximately 1433 km. At motorway speeds, plan on around 13h 51m of driving plus stops.

Fuel-only running cost is in the €150–274 range for a typical car. Toll roads may apply, especially in France, Italy, Spain, Austria and Switzerland — budget extra accordingly.

Crossing the Denmark–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 212 kg CO₂ per passenger assuming 1.5 occupants per car.

About this route

The distance between Copenhagen and Bologna is approximately 1246 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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