The cheapest and fastest buses from Bologna to Alessandria
Cheapest price
$25
Average price
$35
Fastest journey
3 h 55 m
Average duration
6 h
Buses per day
2
Distance
220 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Bologna to Alessandria is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bologna to Alessandria will cost around $35 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $25.
Of the 2 buses that leave Bologna for Alessandria on Sat, Jan 24, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jan 24 the direct buses cover the 220 km distance in an average of 6 h but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 55 m .
On Sat, Jan 24 the slowest buses will take 8 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.




Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Bologna to Alessandria
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bologna to Alessandria among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €20. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 57m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €20, and a bus costs an average of €20.
Distance: 136 miles (220 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
€24 Average price | €21 Average price Cheapest |
4h 21m Average total duration 3h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 27m Average total duration Fastest 2h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Bologna to Alessandria bus times
The table below shows live departures for Bologna to Alessandria buses for today, Friday, January 23. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 12:25 PM Bologna | 8h15 | 8:40 PM Alessandria | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:20 PM Bologna | 8h05 | 4:25 AM Alessandria | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, January 24 | |||||
![]() | 2:10 AM Bologna | 3h55 | 6:05 AM Alessandria | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Bologna to Alessandria
Buses from Bologna to Alessandria run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 51m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $25 (€20) but you can travel from only $24 (€20) by train.
There are 4 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 03:55, the last at 22:45. The fastest bus covers the 136 miles (220 km) distance in 3h 44m.
Distance 136 miles (220 km) |
Average bus duration 3h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price $25 (€20) |
Buses per day 7 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 3h 44m |
First bus 03:55 |
Last bus 22:45 |
Bus providers: Marino Autolinee, BlaBlaCar, FlixBus from Bologna to AlessandriaYou can travel by bus between Bologna to Alessandria with Marino Autolinee, BlaBlaCar, FlixBus for as low as $24 (€20). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Bologna to Alessandria
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bologna to Alessandria 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 Alessandria, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Passengers board the bus most frequently from Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre), which is located around 1.4 miles (2.2 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the bus at Alessandria, Piazzale Curiel (stazione FS), located 1 mile (1.6 km) away from the city centre.
- Marino Autolinee
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible restrooms.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Marino Autolinee
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund. Cancellations within 24 hours incur a 50% fee.
- 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.
To find the cheapest bus tickets for your trip from Bologna to Alessandria, follow these tips:
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- Marino Autolinee
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg (55x40x20 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Marino Autolinee
- 10€ per additional bag up to 20 kg.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Marino Autolinee
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- Larger pets must be leashed and muzzled.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- Guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Bologna to Alessandria
- 05:30-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Autostazione (in the station)
- Trattoria del Rosso (0.5 km)
- Osteria Broccaindosso (0.7 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 11, 21, 25, 30 Train: Bologna Centrale
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