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Museo Civico Cariati
Municipal museum focused on local history and identity, a useful introduction to Cariati’s heritage and traditions.
Cheapest price
$39
Average price
$46
Fastest journey
11 h 50 m
Average duration
13 h 3 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
724 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Bologna to Cariati is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bologna to Cariati will cost around $46 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $39.
Of the 2 buses that leave Bologna for Cariati on Mon, Aug 17, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Aug 17 the direct buses cover the 724 km distance in an average of 13 h 3 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 11 h 50 m .
On Mon, Aug 17 the slowest buses will take 14 h 16 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 bus as it is the most popular option from Bologna to Cariati among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $22. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 37m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $22, and a flight costs an average of $39.
Distance: 449 miles (724 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
$49 Average price Cheapest | $108 Average price | $150 Average price |
12h 59m Average total duration 12h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 44m Average total duration 10h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 37m Average total duration Fastest 1h 37m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Bologna to Cariati:
A bus is $60 (€48) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bologna to Cariati costing on average $108 (€88).
A bus is $101 (€82) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bologna to Cariati costing on average $150 (€122).
Other travel options to Cariati take longer:
Train takes on average 10h 14m.
Bus takes on average 12h 29m.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 02:15AM | Arrival Time 05:48PM | Duration 15h33 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $80 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:35AM | Arrival Time 05:15PM | Duration 14h40 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $54 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 02:50AM | Arrival Time 05:48PM | Duration 14h58 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $68 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:55AM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 14h35 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:35AM | Arrival Time 07:15PM | Duration 14h40 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $65 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 10:45PM | Duration 15h45 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $54 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:15AM | Arrival Time 10:15PM | Duration 15h00 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $79 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:35AM | Arrival Time 11:05PM | Duration 14h30 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $64 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 12:55AM | Duration 15h25 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $70 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:45AM | Arrival Time 12:55AM | Duration 15h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $73 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:45AM | Arrival Time 12:55AM | Duration 14h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $66 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 05:16AM | Duration 15h46 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $63 |
Operator Busitalia | Departure Time 02:34PM | Arrival Time 07:28AM | Duration 16h54 | Departure days Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $71 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 05:16AM | Duration 14h16 | Departure days Mon, Thu | Cheapest price $53 |
Operator Busitalia | Departure Time 04:21PM | Arrival Time 07:28AM | Duration 15h07 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $58 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 06:52AM | Duration 14h22 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $57 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 06:48AM | Duration 14h18 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 06:45AM | Duration 13h45 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $66 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 06:20PM | Arrival Time 07:20AM | Duration 13h00 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $59 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 08:40AM | Duration 14h10 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $63 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:40PM | Arrival Time 08:40AM | Duration 14h00 | Departure days Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $67 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:15PM | Arrival Time 07:05AM | Duration 11h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $63 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:20PM | Arrival Time 08:40AM | Duration 13h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $68 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:15PM | Arrival Time 08:05AM | Duration 11h50 | Departure days Mon, Thu | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator Frecciarossa | Departure Time 08:27PM | Arrival Time 07:28AM | Duration 11h01 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $81 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:45PM | Arrival Time 12:45PM | Duration 16h00 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $62 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:15PM | Arrival Time 09:05AM | Duration 11h50 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $57 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:40PM | Arrival Time 12:45PM | Duration 13h05 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $76 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 11:40PM | Arrival Time 11:40AM | Duration 12h00 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 11:50PM | Arrival Time 12:48PM | Duration 12h58 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $86 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:54PM | Arrival Time 02:40PM | Duration 14h46 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $79 |
The table below shows live departures for Bologna to Cariati buses for today, Sunday, August 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1121 · 1407 | 7:00 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 15h45 | 10:45 PM Cariati, Via Nazionale (Parcheggio ex MD) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:15 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 15h00 | 10:15 PM Cariati, Via Nazionale (Parcheggio ex MD) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:35 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 14h30 | 11:05 PM Cariati, Via Nazionale (Parcheggio ex MD) | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 597+ Busitalia B021 | 4:21 PM Bologna Centrale | 15h07 | 7:28 AM Cariati | 1 transfer | |
3803 · 1421 | 4:30 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 14h22 | 6:52 AM Cariati, Via Nazionale (Parcheggio ex MD) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:00 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 13h45 | 6:45 AM Cariati, Via Nazionale (Parcheggio ex MD) | 1 transfer | |
110 | 6:20 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 13h00 | 7:20 AM Cariati, Via Nazionale (Parcheggio ex MD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:40 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 14h00 | 8:40 AM Cariati, Via Nazionale (Parcheggio ex MD) | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9563+ Busitalia B021 | 8:27 PM Bologna Centrale | 11h01 | 7:28 AM Cariati | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 8:45 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 16h00 | 12:45 PM Cariati, Via Nazionale (Parcheggio ex MD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:15 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 11h50 | 9:05 AM Cariati, Via Nazionale (Parcheggio ex MD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:40 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 13h05 | 12:45 PM Cariati, Via Nazionale (Parcheggio ex MD) | 1 transfer | |
053 | 11:40 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 12h00 | 11:40 AM Cariati, Via Nazionale (Parcheggio ex MD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
2413 | 11:50 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 12h58 | 12:48 PM Cariati, Via Nazionale (Parcheggio ex MD) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:54 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 14h46 | 2:40 PM Cariati, Via Nazionale (Parcheggio ex MD) | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Bologna to Cariati run on average 14 times per day, taking around 12h 29m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $22 (€17) if you book in advance.
There are 5 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:27, the last at 23:54. The fastest bus covers the 449 miles (724 km) distance in 11h 15m.
Distance 449 miles (724 km) |
Average bus duration 12h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price $22 (€17) |
Buses per day 14 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 11h 15m |
First bus 12:27 AM |
Last bus 11:54 PM |
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Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 14 days |
Discover the best of Cariati — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Cariati trip today.
Municipal museum focused on local history and identity, a useful introduction to Cariati’s heritage and traditions.
Small collection dedicated to sacred art and parish heritage, offering insight into local worship and craftsmanship.
Interpretive display space on the old town and fortifications, helpful for understanding Cariati’s medieval structure.
The walled old town is Cariati’s essential walk, with narrow lanes, stone buildings, and strong medieval character.
Main seaside promenade for an easy walk with beach views, especially pleasant in the evening and summer season.
Historic square within the old town, surrounded by significant buildings and ideal for soaking up Cariati’s atmosphere.
Cured pork sausage seasoned with Calabrian chili. A hallmark of the region, prized for its bold, spicy flavor and traditional artisanal preparation.
Soft, spreadable pork salami with plenty of chili. It is one of Calabria’s most iconic foods, often served on bread or with local antipasti.
Sweet red onions from Calabria, often used in salads, preserves, and jams. They are celebrated for their mild flavor and regional identity.
Established seafood restaurant in Cariati Marina known for fresh fish dishes and a relaxed coastal atmosphere.
Well-known local pizzeria and casual restaurant serving pizza, pasta, and Calabrian staples in an easygoing setting.
Traditional restaurant with seafood and regional cuisine, appreciated for generous portions and classic southern flavors.
Cariati is budget-friendly for Italy, with lower hotel, dining, and local transport costs than major tourist cities, especially outside peak summer.
Service is often included or minimal. Round up at cafes and taxis; in restaurants, leaving 5-10% for very good service is appreciated, not required.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bologna to Cariati 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 Cariati, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Bologna to Cariati buses use the Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) to Cariati, Via Nazionale (Parcheggio ex MD) station pair, with some services arriving at Stazione di Mandatoriccio, Fermata Flixbus (Strada Statale 106 Jonica). Use this guide to compare Bologna and Cariati bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) is 1 km from Bologna city centre. Public transport options include:
Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria Autostazione (in the station), Trattoria del Rosso (0.5 km), Osteria Broccaindosso (0.7 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre).
Available at Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre): Elevators, ramps.
Cariati, Via Nazionale (Parcheggio ex MD) is 2 km from Cariati city centre. Public transport options include:
Cariati, Via Nazionale (Parcheggio ex MD) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Cariati, Via Nazionale (Parcheggio ex MD). ATMs are available at Cariati, Via Nazionale (Parcheggio ex MD).
Ticket office support is available at Cariati, Via Nazionale (Parcheggio ex MD).
Available at Cariati, Via Nazionale (Parcheggio ex MD): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Cariati, Via Nazionale (Parcheggio ex MD): Basic accessibility available.
Cariati, E90 (Stazione ferroviaria) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Cariati, E90 (Stazione ferroviaria). ATMs are available at Cariati, E90 (Stazione ferroviaria).
Ticket office support is available at Cariati, E90 (Stazione ferroviaria).
Available at Cariati, E90 (Stazione ferroviaria): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Cariati, E90 (Stazione ferroviaria).
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