Route guide

Gdansk → Bologna

1215 km · Poland to Italy · Fastest: 4h by flight · Cheapest: €39+ by bus

How to travel from Gdansk to Bologna

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

🚄Train

€88–259

Duration: 10h 8m

via PKP Intercity, Trenitalia (Frecciarossa), Italo

~17 kg CO₂ per passenger

🚌Bus

€39–105

Duration: 17h 22m

via FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, RegioJet

~34 kg CO₂ per passenger

✈️Flight

€84–266

Duration: 4h 7m

via Ryanair, easyJet, LOT, ITA Airways

~190 kg CO₂ per passenger

🚗Car

€146–267

Duration: 13h 30m

~207 kg CO₂ per passenger

Where they are on the map

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

Travel tips for this route

At 1215 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 Poland 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.

Gdansk to Bologna — every option in detail

Gdansk to Bologna by train

Trains link Gdansk (Poland) and Bologna (Italy) through the European rail network. Most journeys take around 10h 8m including one or two connections at major hubs.

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

Train fares are dynamic — typical range is €88 to €259. 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 190 kg by flight — taking the train saves ~173 kg on this distance.

Gdansk to Bologna by bus

Long-distance coaches connect Gdansk and Bologna with a typical journey of 17h 22m. Buses are usually the slowest mode for this corridor but consistently the cheapest.

Operators include FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, RegioJet.

Fares start from around €39 when booked in advance, rising to €105 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.

Gdansk to Bologna by flight

Flights between Gdansk and Bologna take around 2h in the air, but plan on roughly 4h 7m door-to-door once you add airport transfers, check-in and security.

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

Typical fare range is €84–266. Low-cost carriers offer the cheapest base fares but charge separately for bags and seat selection.

Climate footprint: approximately 190 kg CO₂ per passenger for this flight.

Gdansk to Bologna by car

The driving distance from Gdansk to Bologna is approximately 1397 km. At motorway speeds, plan on around 13h 30m of driving plus stops.

Fuel-only running cost is in the €146–267 range for a typical car. Toll roads may apply, especially in France, Italy, Spain, Austria and Switzerland — budget extra accordingly.

Crossing the Poland–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 207 kg CO₂ per passenger assuming 1.5 occupants per car.

About this route

The distance between Gdansk and Bologna is approximately 1215 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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