The cheapest and fastest buses from Ancona to Cesena
Cheapest price
$9
Average price
$11
Fastest journey
2 h 20 m
Average duration
2 h 25 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
118 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Ancona to Cesena is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ancona to Cesena will cost around $11 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $9.
Of the 3 buses that leave Ancona for Cesena on Fri, Jun 19, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jun 19 the direct buses cover the 118 km distance in an average of 2 h 25 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 20 m .
On Fri, Jun 19 the slowest buses will take 2 h 35 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
4:30 AM2h35Ancona7:05 AMCesena$91One-way0 transfers
3:30 AM2h20Ancona5:50 AMCesena$101One-way0 transfers
2:30 AM2h20Ancona4:50 AMCesena$131One-way0 transfers
3:30 AM2h20Ancona5:50 AMCesena$101One-way0 transfers
2:30 AM2h20Ancona4:50 AMCesena$131One-way0 transfers
4:30 AM2h35Ancona7:05 AMCesena$91One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Ancona to Cesena
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Ancona to Cesena among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $9. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $9, and a train costs an average of $15.
Distance: 73 miles (118 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$11 Average price Cheapest | $15 Average price | $39 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 40m Average total duration Fastest 1h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 52m Average total duration 1h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 31m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Ancona to Cesena:
A bus is $4 (€3) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Ancona to Cesena costing on average $15 (€12).
Other travel options to Cesena take longer:
Train takes on average 1h 22m.
You'll arrive about 21m sooner (1h 10m by bus vs 1h 31m by car) and save roughly $27 (€22) compared to fuel and tolls ($11 (€9) vs $39 (€32)). You also skip the drive itself — no traffic stress, no parking, and you can use the time to work, nap, or catch up on a series with the onboard Wi-Fi.
Direct coaches are operated by BlaBlaCar, FlixBus.
Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
Ancona to Cesena Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:30AM | Arrival Time 04:50AM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:30AM | Arrival Time 05:50AM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:30AM | Arrival Time 07:05AM | Duration 2h35 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $9 |
Live departures
Ancona to Cesena bus times
The table below shows live departures for Ancona to Cesena buses for tomorrow, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 2:30 AM Ancona | 2h20 | 4:50 AM Cesena | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:30 AM Ancona | 2h20 | 5:50 AM Cesena | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:30 AM Ancona | 2h35 | 7:05 AM Cesena | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Ancona to Cesena
Buses from Ancona to Cesena run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 10m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $9 (€7) if you book in advance.
There are 6 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 02:21, the last at 22:40. The fastest bus covers the 73 miles (118 km) distance in 2h 20m.
Distance 73 miles (118 km) |
Average bus duration 1h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price $9 (€7) |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 6 |
Fastest bus 2h 20m |
First bus 2:21 AM |
Last bus 10:40 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 3 days |
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar, FlixBus from Ancona to CesenaYou can travel by bus between Ancona to Cesena with BlaBlaCar, FlixBus for as low as $9 (€7). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Ancona to Cesena
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ancona to Cesena by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Cesena, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Ancona to Cesena
Most Ancona to Cesena buses use the Ancona, Via Guglielmo Marconi / SS681 to Cesena, Piazzale dell'Accoglienza station pair, with some services arriving at Cesena, Piazzale Karl Marx. Use this guide to compare Ancona and Cesena bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Getting to Ancona, Via Guglielmo Marconi / SS681 from Ancona city centre
Getting to Ancona, Piazza Rosselli (Stazione Ferroviaria) from Ancona city centre
Getting to Ancona, Via Luigi Albertini 4 from Ancona city centre
Getting to Cesena, Piazzale dell'Accoglienza from Cesena city centre
Getting to Cesena, Piazzale Karl Marx from Cesena city centre
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