- Must visit
Museo Enzo Ferrari
Modern museum dedicated to Enzo Ferrari, with striking architecture, historic cars, and multimedia displays on the Ferrari story. One of Modena's most visited cultural attractions.
Cheapest price
$4
Average price
$64
Fastest journey
40 m
Average duration
52 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
32 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Bologna Airport to Modena is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bologna Airport to Modena will cost around $64 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $4.
Of the 5 buses that leave Bologna Airport for Modena on Sat, Jun 13, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jun 13 the direct buses cover the 32 km distance in an average of 52 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 40 m .
On Sat, Jun 13 the slowest buses will take 1 h 5 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 train as it is the most popular option from Bologna Airport to Modena among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $21. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 32m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $21, and a bus costs an average of $4.
Distance: 19 miles (32 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$26 Average price | $22 Average price Cheapest | $13 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 19m Average total duration 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 2m Average total duration Fastest 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 40m 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 Bologna Airport to Modena:
A train is $4 (€4) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Bologna Airport to Modena costing on average $26 (€21).
Other travel options to Modena take longer:
Bus takes on average 49m.
You'll arrive about -1h -9m sooner (49m by bus vs 40m by car) and save roughly $-13.73 (€-11.14) compared to fuel and tolls ($26 (€21) vs $13 (€10)). 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, Marino Autolinee, FlixBus, Itabus, GoOpti.
Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 12:55AM | Arrival Time 01:40AM | Duration 0h45 | Departure days Mon, Wed | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 01:30AM | Arrival Time 02:20AM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:00AM | Arrival Time 02:40AM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 02:30AM | Arrival Time 03:20AM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 02:55AM | Arrival Time 03:40AM | Duration 0h45 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 03:10AM | Arrival Time 04:05AM | Duration 0h55 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 03:30AM | Arrival Time 04:15AM | Duration 0h45 | Departure days Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 04:10AM | Arrival Time 05:05AM | Duration 0h55 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:30AM | Arrival Time 05:20AM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 04:30AM | Arrival Time 05:15AM | Duration 0h45 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:30AM | Arrival Time 06:20AM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 05:45AM | Arrival Time 06:25AM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $161 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 07:10AM | Duration 0h10 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:20AM | Arrival Time 09:30AM | Duration 0h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 01:45PM | Duration 0h45 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $154 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:10PM | Arrival Time 01:50PM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 01:45PM | Arrival Time 02:40PM | Duration 0h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sat | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 02:45PM | Arrival Time 03:40PM | Duration 0h55 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 02:50PM | Arrival Time 03:55PM | Duration 1h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sat | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 03:45PM | Duration 0h45 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $147 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 03:05PM | Arrival Time 03:50PM | Duration 0h45 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $148 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:15PM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 0h45 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 04:20PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 03:50PM | Arrival Time 04:55PM | Duration 1h05 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 04:35PM | Duration 0h35 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $160 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:15PM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 0h45 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 07:50PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 08:20PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 09:40PM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $189 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 11:45PM | Duration 0h45 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $217 |
The table below shows live departures for Bologna Airport to Modena buses for today, Friday, June 12. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 3:30 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0h50 | 4:20 PM Modena, Terminal via Gottardi | 0 transfersDirect | |
202 | 3:50 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1h05 | 4:55 PM Modena, Viale Virgilio (Fiera) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:15 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0h45 | 6:00 PM Modena, Terminal via Gottardi | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, June 13 | |||||
![]() | 5:45 AM Bologna Airport | 0h40 | 6:25 AM Modena | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Bologna Airport to Modena run on average 10 times per day, taking around 49m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $4 (€3) if you book in advance.
There are 9 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:55, the last at 23:00. The fastest bus covers the 19 miles (32 km) distance in 35m.
Distance 19 miles (32 km) |
Average bus duration 49m |
Cheapest ticket price $4 (€3) |
Buses per day 10 |
Direct buses 9 |
Fastest bus 35m |
First bus 12:55 AM |
Last bus 11:00 PM |
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Discover the best of Modena — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Modena trip today.
Modern museum dedicated to Enzo Ferrari, with striking architecture, historic cars, and multimedia displays on the Ferrari story. One of Modena's most visited cultural attractions.
State art museum housing important paintings, sculpture, and decorative arts from the Este collections, including works linked to Velázquez, Correggio, and local court culture.
Major museum complex that includes civic and archaeological collections and serves as a key cultural hub for understanding Modena's history and heritage.
The historic center as a whole is compact, arcaded, and highly walkable, making it one of the best areas to explore on foot.
Historic covered market admired for its lively atmosphere and photogenic architecture. Even without focusing on food, it is a popular local cultural stop.
Main central street lined with arcades, shops, and historic façades, ideal for walking through the heart of Modena's urban life.
Small ring-shaped pasta filled with pork and Parmigiano Reggiano, served in rich capon or beef broth. It is one of Modena’s most iconic festive dishes.
Large stuffed pasta filled with ricotta and spinach, usually dressed with butter and sage. A classic Emilia dish commonly found in Modena.
Green pasta lasagna made with spinach sheets, ragù, béchamel, and Parmigiano Reggiano. It is a traditional Sunday and holiday specialty in the area.
World-famous fine dining restaurant led by Massimo Bottura, known for creative reinterpretations of Emilian cuisine in an elegant setting.
Contemporary bistro connected to the Bottura group, offering refined Emilian dishes in a more relaxed and modern atmosphere.
Historic and intimate restaurant near the old market, celebrated for traditional Modenese cooking, handmade pasta, and classic local flavors.
Moderate for Italy: coffee and casual meals are reasonable, while central hotels and fine dining cost more.
Service is often included or covered by coperto. Tipping is not required; round up or leave EUR 1-5 for good service. In nicer restaurants, about 5-10% is appreciated but not expected.
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