- Must visit
Pinacoteca Nazionale di Bologna
The city’s main fine arts museum, known for important Emilian paintings from the 13th to 18th centuries, including works by Giotto, Raphael and the Carracci.
Cheapest price
$101
Average price
$106
Fastest journey
18 h 30 m
Average duration
19 h 32 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
890 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Bologna is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Bologna will cost around $106 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $101.
Of the 3 buses that leave Berlin Brandenburg Airport for Bologna on Sun, Jun 21, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 21 the direct buses cover the 890 km distance in an average of 19 h 32 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 18 h 30 m .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest buses will take 21 h 25 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.






Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Bologna among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $62. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 24m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $62, and a train costs an average of $64.
Distance: 553 miles (890 km)
| Bus | Most popular Flight | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$100 Average price Cheapest | $150 Average price | $207 Average price | $285 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
17h 28m Average total duration 16h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 24m Average total duration Fastest 2h 24m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 18h 37m Average total duration 18h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 2m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Bologna:
A bus is $50 (€41) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Bologna costing on average $150 (€123).
A bus is $107 (€88) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Bologna costing on average $207 (€170).
Other travel options to Bologna take longer:
Bus takes on average 16h 58m.
Train takes on average 18h 7m.
Tickets start at around $100 (€82) compared to roughly $285 (€233) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $185 (€151). The journey takes 16h 58m versus 12h 2m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by FlixBus.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:10AM | Arrival Time 02:45AM | Duration 21h35 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $70 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:40AM | Arrival Time 02:25AM | Duration 19h45 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $88 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 02:45AM | Duration 19h45 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $75 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:20AM | Arrival Time 04:45AM | Duration 21h25 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $107 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:25AM | Arrival Time 02:25AM | Duration 19h00 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $93 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:20AM | Arrival Time 04:25AM | Duration 19h05 | Departure days Tue, Sat | Cheapest price $76 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:27AM | Arrival Time 04:25AM | Duration 18h58 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $82 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:57AM | Arrival Time 04:25AM | Duration 18h28 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $83 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 04:25AM | Duration 18h25 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $122 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:04AM | Arrival Time 04:25AM | Duration 18h21 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $83 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 05:30AM | Duration 18h30 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $103 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 07:30AM | Duration 19h30 | Departure days Tue, Sat | Cheapest price $85 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 07:30AM | Duration 19h00 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $76 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 06:30AM | Duration 17h30 | Departure days Tue, Fri | Cheapest price $76 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:50PM | Arrival Time 06:45AM | Duration 16h55 | Departure days Tue, Sat | Cheapest price $76 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 07:30AM | Duration 17h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $118 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:10PM | Arrival Time 08:40AM | Duration 18h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $109 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:20PM | Arrival Time 07:30AM | Duration 17h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $117 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:50PM | Arrival Time 11:00AM | Duration 20h10 | Departure days Tue, Sat | Cheapest price $76 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 26h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $214 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:15PM | Arrival Time 11:00AM | Duration 19h45 | Departure days Tue, Sat | Cheapest price $78 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:26PM | Arrival Time 12:05PM | Duration 20h39 | Departure days Tue, Sat | Cheapest price $76 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:57PM | Arrival Time 12:05PM | Duration 20h08 | Departure days Tue, Sat | Cheapest price $77 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:04PM | Arrival Time 12:05PM | Duration 20h01 | Departure days Tue, Sat | Cheapest price $77 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:10PM | Arrival Time 11:00AM | Duration 18h50 | Departure days Tue, Sat | Cheapest price $86 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:20PM | Arrival Time 07:20AM | Duration 15h00 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $86 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 26h30 | Departure days Tue, Sat | Cheapest price $86 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:20PM | Arrival Time 02:20PM | Duration 21h00 | Departure days Tue, Sat | Cheapest price $78 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:39PM | Arrival Time 01:40PM | Duration 20h01 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $91 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:10PM | Arrival Time 07:55PM | Duration 25h45 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $123 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 01:40PM | Duration 18h40 | Departure days Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $101 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:03PM | Arrival Time 03:30PM | Duration 20h27 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $120 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:10PM | Arrival Time 03:40PM | Duration 20h30 | Departure days Tue, Sat | Cheapest price $77 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:26PM | Arrival Time 03:40PM | Duration 20h14 | Departure days Tue, Sat | Cheapest price $77 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:57PM | Arrival Time 03:40PM | Duration 19h43 | Departure days Tue, Sat | Cheapest price $76 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 02:40PM | Duration 18h40 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $102 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:04PM | Arrival Time 03:40PM | Duration 19h36 | Departure days Tue, Sat | Cheapest price $76 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:10PM | Arrival Time 11:45PM | Duration 25h35 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $85 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:20PM | Arrival Time 03:40PM | Duration 17h20 | Departure days Tue, Sat | Cheapest price $77 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:30PM | Arrival Time 11:25PM | Duration 24h55 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $149 |
The table below shows live departures for Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Bologna buses for tomorrow, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 7:20 AM Berlin Brandenburg Airport | 21h25 | 4:45 AM Bologna | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:10 PM Berlin Brandenburg Airport | 18h30 | 8:40 AM Bologna | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:00 PM Berlin Brandenburg Airport | 18h40 | 1:40 PM Bologna | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Bologna run on average 16 times per day, taking around 16h 58m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $62 (€50) but you can travel from only $22 (€18) by flight.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 05:10, the last at 20:00. The fastest bus covers the 553 miles (890 km) distance in 15h 0m.
Distance 553 miles (890 km) |
Average bus duration 16h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price $62 (€50) |
Buses per day 16 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 15h 0m |
First bus 5:10 AM |
Last bus 8:00 PM |
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Discover the best of Bologna — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Bologna trip today.
The city’s main fine arts museum, known for important Emilian paintings from the 13th to 18th centuries, including works by Giotto, Raphael and the Carracci.
Bologna’s leading modern and contemporary art museum, with strong permanent collections and rotating exhibitions in a large converted industrial space.
A major archaeological museum with Etruscan, Egyptian, Greek and Roman collections, housed in a historic palace near Piazza Maggiore.
Bologna’s main square and social heart, surrounded by major civic and religious buildings, ideal for first-time visitors and people-watching.
The world-famous covered walkway leading toward the San Luca sanctuary, popular for scenic walks, photography and local tradition.
One of the city’s most elegant and photogenic squares, fronting the Santo Stefano complex and loved for its atmospheric character.
Fresh egg pasta ribbons served with Bologna’s traditional slow-cooked meat ragù. It is one of the city’s most iconic dishes and differs from the tomato-heavy versions found abroad.
Small ring-shaped pasta filled with meat and served in rich capon or beef broth. This is a classic Bolognese comfort dish, especially tied to festive family meals.
Layered baked pasta with ragù, béchamel, and Parmigiano Reggiano, often made with green spinach pasta sheets. It is a signature Emilia-Romagna Sunday dish.
Highly regarded neighborhood trattoria known for careful ingredient sourcing and excellent handmade pasta, with a cozy and authentic feel.
Well-known romantic restaurant serving refined Emilian and Bolognese cuisine in an intimate former pharmacy space with polished service.
Very popular traditional osteria known for classic Bolognese pasta dishes in a lively, casual setting close to the university area.
Moderate by Italian standards: food and coffee are reasonable, while central hotels cost more in peak season.
Service is often included or covered by coperto. Tipping is not required; round up or leave EUR 1-5 for good service. Taxis are usually rounded up.
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