- Must visit
Museo della Biblioteca Malatestiana
Historic library museum route showcasing the UNESCO-listed Malatestian collections, interiors, and manuscripts. Essential for book and history lovers.
Cheapest price on Sep 19
€8
Average ticket price on Sep 19
€8
Fastest journey on Sep 19
1 h 5 m
Average journey duration on Sep 19
1 h 5 m
Buses on Sep 19
1
Distance
82 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Bologna to Cesena is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bologna to Cesena will cost around €8 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €8.
On Sat, Sep 19, we found 1 buses from Bologna to Cesena, including 1 direct services.
On Sat, Sep 19 the direct buses cover the 82 km distance in an average of 1 h 5 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 5 m .
On Sat, Sep 19 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.
FlixBus
FlixBusOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bologna to Cesena among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €13 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 29m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €13, while a bus costs an average of €89.
Distance: 50 miles (82 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€89 Average price | €13 Average price Cheapest | €22 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 42m Average total duration 1h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 29m Average total duration Fastest 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 13m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg 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 Cesena:
A train is €76 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Bologna to Cesena costing on average €89.
Other travel options to Cesena take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 12m.
You'll arrive about 1m sooner (1h 12m by bus vs 1h 13m by car). Tickets start at around €89 compared to roughly €22 in fuel and tolls — a bit more, but you're getting time back, skipping traffic and parking, and you can work or rest on board.
Direct coaches are operated by Air Italy Shuttle, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, Itabus, Infobus, GoOpti.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel splits across several people), want flexibility on timing, or plan to stop en route.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:40AM | Arrival Time 02:30AM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 08:50AM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €8 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:40AM | Arrival Time 09:30AM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 09:50AM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 10:30AM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Wed, Sun | Cheapest price €3 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 11:30AM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €7 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:10AM | Arrival Time 11:10AM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €7 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 11:20AM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €6 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:40AM | Arrival Time 11:30AM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €6 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:10AM | Arrival Time 12:20PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €6 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 12:40PM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €6 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:20PM | Arrival Time 01:10PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €9 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:40PM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €6 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 02:50PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:10PM | Arrival Time 03:50PM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €5 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 02:55PM | Arrival Time 04:25PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €176 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 03:15PM | Arrival Time 04:30PM | Duration 1h15 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €173 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €7 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:20PM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price €9 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price €10 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:10PM | Arrival Time 06:20PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price €4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €6 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 07:40PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price €8 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:20PM | Arrival Time 08:10PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:50PM | Arrival Time 08:40PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price €9 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:45PM | Arrival Time 09:50PM | Duration 1h05 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €6 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 10:30PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price €8 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:30PM | Arrival Time 11:50PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €11 |
The table below shows live departures for Bologna to Cesena buses for today, Friday, September 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 2:55 PM Bologna, Aeroporto di Bologna | 1h30 | 4:25 PM Cesena, Piazzale dell'Accoglienza | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:15 PM Bologna, Piazza Franklin Delano Roosevelt | 1h15 | 4:30 PM Cesena, Piazzale Karl Marx | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:15 PM Bologna, Piazza Franklin Delano Roosevelt | 1h20 | 4:35 PM Cesena, Via Fra Michelino (Casamadie Cesena) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:45 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1h05 | 9:50 PM Cesena, Piazzale dell'Accoglienza | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Bologna to Cesena run on average 1 times per day, taking around 1h 12m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €3 if you book in advance.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:35, the last at 23:40. The fastest bus covers the 50 miles (82 km) distance in 1h 5m.
Distance 50 miles (82 km) |
Average bus duration 1h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price €3 |
Buses per day 1 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 1h 5m |
First bus 12:35 AM |
Last bus 11:40 PM |
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Discover the best of Cesena — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Cesena trip today.
Historic library museum route showcasing the UNESCO-listed Malatestian collections, interiors, and manuscripts. Essential for book and history lovers.
Museum inside the fortress presenting rural traditions, tools, and daily life of Romagna. It adds depth to a visit to the Rocca.
Archaeological museum with prehistoric, Roman, and local finds. It is the best place to understand Cesena’s deep historical layers.
Cesena’s main square, framed by historic buildings and the Masini Fountain. It is the natural starting point for exploring the old center.
Pleasant central square beside the Malatestiana Library and the abbey route. It offers one of the city’s most atmospheric urban settings.
Lively central street known for shops, porticoes, and easy access to key sights. It is one of the most useful walking routes in Cesena.
Fresh egg pasta cut into strips, traditionally served with rich meat ragù. A cornerstone of Romagna home cooking and Sunday family meals.
Small hand-folded pasta often filled with cheese, meat, or herbs, usually served in broth or with sauce. A proud Romagna specialty tied to festive meals.
Soft flatbread from Romagna, cooked on a griddle and filled with squacquerone, herbs, or cured meats. It is one of the area's most iconic everyday foods.
Refined restaurant known for contemporary Romagna cuisine, polished service, and seasonal ingredients in an elegant central setting.
Casual spot for authentic piadina and Romagna street food, popular for quick local bites in a relaxed setting.
Historic Cesena venue celebrated for traditional Romagna dishes, handmade pasta, and a classic, welcoming atmosphere.
Moderate for Italy: lodging is often cheaper than major tourist cities, while dining and local transport stay fairly reasonable for most visitors.
Service is often included. Round up or leave €1-2 at cafés, 5-10% at restaurants for good service, and round up taxi fares.
Official public transport app
Cesena, Piazzale dell'Accoglienza -> Piazza del Popolo, Cesena
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bologna to Cesena 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 Cesena, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Bologna to Cesena buses use the Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) to Cesena, Piazzale dell'Accoglienza station pair, with some services arriving at Cesena, Piazzale Karl Marx. Use this guide to compare Bologna and Cesena 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.
Bologna, Piazza Franklin Delano Roosevelt has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Bologna, Piazza Franklin Delano Roosevelt. ATMs are available at Bologna, Piazza Franklin Delano Roosevelt.
Ticket office support is available at Bologna, Piazza Franklin Delano Roosevelt.
Available at Bologna, Piazza Franklin Delano Roosevelt: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bologna, Piazza Franklin Delano Roosevelt: Ramp access available for buses.
Bologna, Aeroporto di Bologna is 5 km from Bologna city centre. Public transport options include:
Bologna, Aeroporto di Bologna has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and in the arrivals area.
Ticket office support is available at Bologna, Aeroporto di Bologna.
Available at Bologna, Aeroporto di Bologna: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bologna, Aeroporto di Bologna: Elevators, ramps.
Cesena, Via Fra Michelino (Casamadie Cesena) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Cesena, Via Fra Michelino (Casamadie Cesena). ATMs are available at Cesena, Via Fra Michelino (Casamadie Cesena).
Ticket office support is available at Cesena, Via Fra Michelino (Casamadie Cesena).
Available at Cesena, Via Fra Michelino (Casamadie Cesena): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Cesena, Via Fra Michelino (Casamadie Cesena): Station is accessible with assistance by ramps.
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