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Pinacoteca Comunale Palazzo Vallemani
The city art gallery in an elegant Baroque palace, showing works tied to Assisi’s religious and civic history. A good choice for visitors interested in Umbrian painting beyond the main basilicas.
Cheapest price
$42
Average price
$47
Fastest journey
6 h 50 m
Average duration
7 h 2 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
189 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Bologna to Assisi is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bologna to Assisi will cost around $47 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $42.
It's difficult to get from Bologna to Assisi without transferring at least once.
FlixBus · FlixBus
InterCityNotte 757+
BUS L533D+
Regionale 7500
FlixBus · FlixBus
InterCityNotte 757+
BUS L533D+
Regionale 7500Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bologna to Assisi among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $16. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 3h 18m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $16, and a bus costs an average of $17.
Distance: 117 miles (189 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$31 Average price | $29 Average price Cheapest | $59 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 48m Average total duration Fastest 3h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 6m Average total duration 3h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 2m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Bologna to Assisi:
A train is $2 (€2) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Bologna to Assisi costing on average $31 (€25).
Other travel options to Assisi take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 36m.
Tickets start at around $31 (€25) compared to roughly $59 (€48) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $28 (€23). The journey takes 3h 18m versus 3h 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, BlaBlaCar.
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 Trenitalia | Departure Time 12:27AM | Arrival Time 07:40AM | Duration 7h13 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:15AM | Arrival Time 12:05PM | Duration 6h50 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:35AM | Arrival Time 12:15PM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:50AM | Arrival Time 12:15PM | Duration 5h25 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 10:20AM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:50AM | Arrival Time 01:15PM | Duration 5h25 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:05AM | Arrival Time 01:25PM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator Regionale | Departure Time 08:12AM | Arrival Time 03:27PM | Duration 7h15 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:20AM | Arrival Time 12:20PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator Frecciarossa | Departure Time 08:47AM | Arrival Time 12:55PM | Duration 4h08 | Departure days Mon, Wed | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:50AM | Arrival Time 02:25PM | Duration 5h35 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator Frecciarossa | Departure Time 09:02AM | Arrival Time 12:55PM | Duration 3h53 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $53 |
Operator Frecciarossa | Departure Time 09:27AM | Arrival Time 12:55PM | Duration 3h28 | Departure days Mon, Wed | Cheapest price $63 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:40AM | Arrival Time 12:30PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 02:30PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:10PM | Arrival Time 05:10PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:20PM | Arrival Time 05:10PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:50PM | Arrival Time 05:45PM | Duration 3h55 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:50PM | Arrival Time 06:45PM | Duration 3h55 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 06:10PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:40PM | Arrival Time 07:20PM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:50PM | Arrival Time 07:45PM | Duration 3h55 | Departure days Mon, Wed | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:40PM | Arrival Time 10:20PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:50PM | Arrival Time 02:20AM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $33 |
The table below shows live departures for Bologna to Assisi buses for today, Monday, May 25. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FRECCIAROSSA 8513+ FRECCIALINK LK005 | 8:47 AM Bologna Centrale | 4h08 | 12:55 PM Assisi station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:50 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 5h35 | 2:25 PM Assisi, Pizza San Pietro | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:50 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 5h25 | 2:15 PM Assisi, Santa Maria degli Angeli Stazione | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9519+ FRECCIALINK LK005 | 9:27 AM Bologna Centrale | 3h28 | 12:55 PM Assisi station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 3:50 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 3h55 | 7:45 PM Assisi, Santa Maria degli Angeli Stazione | 0 transfersDirect | |
InterCityNotte 757+ BUS L533D+ Regionale 7500 | 12:27 AM Bologna Centrale | 7h13 | 7:40 AM Assisi station | 2 transfers | |
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Buses from Bologna to Assisi run on average 9 times per day, taking around 3h 18m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $17 (€14) but you can travel from only $16 (€13) by train.
There are 3 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:23, the last at 21:30. The fastest bus covers the 117 miles (189 km) distance in 3h 28m.
Distance 117 miles (189 km) |
Average bus duration 3h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price $17 (€14) |
Buses per day 9 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 3h 28m |
First bus 12:23 AM |
Last bus 9:30 PM |
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Discover the best of Assisi — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Assisi trip today.
The city art gallery in an elegant Baroque palace, showing works tied to Assisi’s religious and civic history. A good choice for visitors interested in Umbrian painting beyond the main basilicas.
A moving museum documenting how Assisi helped protect Jews during World War II. Small but impactful, it offers a different perspective from the city’s medieval and Franciscan heritage.
An underground archaeological museum and Roman forum remains beneath the medieval city. It is one of Assisi’s best lesser-known sites for understanding the town’s ancient origins.
Assisi’s main square and social heart, surrounded by historic buildings and the Temple of Minerva. It is the natural starting point for exploring the old town and one of the city’s busiest photo spots
A broad square in front of the Basilica of Saint Clare with sweeping views over the Umbrian plain. It is one of Assisi’s most photogenic and relaxing public spaces.
The viewpoint area around the fortress gives some of the best panoramic vistas in Assisi. It is a favorite place for wide landscape shots over rooftops, olive groves, and the valley.
Umbrian flatbread cooked on a hot stone or metal disc, often split and filled with local cured meats, greens, or cheese. A classic everyday specialty in the Assisi area.
Hand-cut Umbrian pasta served with black truffle, a prized regional ingredient from Umbria. It is one of the most iconic pasta dishes to try near Assisi.
Hearty spelt soup made with legumes, vegetables, and olive oil. This rustic dish reflects the agricultural traditions of inland Umbria.
Elegant restaurant in Assisi recognized for polished Umbrian cuisine, tasting menus, and a more formal dining experience.
Established old-town osteria serving refined Umbrian dishes with truffle, seasonal ingredients, and a cozy stone-walled atmosphere.
Well-known traditional restaurant near Santa Maria degli Angeli, appreciated for Umbrian meat dishes, truffle specialties, and a rustic atmosphere.
Moderate overall. Coffee and simple meals are affordable, while hotels and tourist-area dining cost more.
Service is usually included or modest. Round up or leave EUR 1-2 in cafes; 5-10% for great restaurant service. Taxis are usually rounded up, not heavily tipped.
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