- Must visit
Museo Archeologico Nazionale di Crotone
Main archaeological museum for ancient Kroton, displaying finds from Magna Graecia, including materials from Capo Colonna and the wider province.
Cheapest price on Sep 18
$39
Average ticket price on Sep 18
$65
Fastest journey on Sep 18
10 h 58 m
Average journey duration on Sep 18
12 h 7 m
Buses on Sep 18
18
Distance
769 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Bologna to Crotone is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bologna to Crotone will cost around $65 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $39.
On Fri, Sep 18, we found 18 buses from Bologna to Crotone, including 5 direct services.
On Fri, Sep 18 the direct buses cover the 769 km distance in an average of 12 h 7 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 10 h 58 m .
On Fri, Sep 18 the slowest buses will take 13 h 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.
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FlixBus · FlixBus
2495 · 1401
3897 · 1401
FlixBus
FRECCIAROSSA 9587+
Busitalia B025
FRECCIAROSSA 9437+
Busitalia B021
FRECCIAROSSA 8801+
Busitalia B027
FlixBus
053Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Bologna to Crotone among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $88 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 37m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $88, while a flight costs an average of $185.
Distance: 477 miles (769 km)
Most popular Bus | Flight | Train |
|---|---|---|
$88 Average price Cheapest | $185 Average price | $131 Average price |
14h 34m Average total duration 14h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 37m Average total duration Fastest 1h 37m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 10h 33m Average total duration 10h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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This is compared to other travel options from Bologna to Crotone:
A bus is $43 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bologna to Crotone costing on average $131.
A bus is $97 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bologna to Crotone costing on average $185.
Other travel options to Crotone take longer:
Train takes on average 10h 3m.
Bus takes on average 14h 4m.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 02:15AM | Arrival Time 06:35PM | Duration 16h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 02:35AM | Arrival Time 06:35PM | Duration 16h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 02:50AM | Arrival Time 06:35PM | Duration 15h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:35AM | Arrival Time 08:10PM | Duration 15h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:35AM | Arrival Time 12:10AM | Duration 15h35 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator Frecciarossa | Departure Time 08:45AM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 12h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $101 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:50AM | Arrival Time 12:10AM | Duration 15h20 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $56 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 02:00AM | Duration 16h30 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:45AM | Arrival Time 02:00AM | Duration 16h15 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:45AM | Arrival Time 02:00AM | Duration 15h15 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator Frecciarossa | Departure Time 12:27PM | Arrival Time 11:25PM | Duration 10h58 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $126 |
Operator Busitalia | Departure Time 02:34PM | Arrival Time 08:30AM | Duration 17h56 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $71 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 08:05AM | Duration 16h35 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator Busitalia | Departure Time 04:21PM | Arrival Time 08:30AM | Duration 16h09 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $57 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 07:55AM | Duration 14h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 06:20PM | Arrival Time 08:30AM | Duration 14h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 09:35AM | Duration 15h05 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:40PM | Arrival Time 09:35AM | Duration 14h55 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:45PM | Arrival Time 01:40PM | Duration 16h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator Frecciarossa | Departure Time 09:02PM | Arrival Time 08:30AM | Duration 11h28 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $81 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:15PM | Arrival Time 10:10AM | Duration 12h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 11:40PM | Arrival Time 12:40PM | Duration 13h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:40PM | Arrival Time 01:40PM | Duration 14h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $23 |
The table below shows live departures for Bologna to Crotone buses for today, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:40 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 14h00 | 1:40 PM Crotone, Terminal Autolinee Romano | 1 transfer | |
053 | 11:40 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 13h00 | 12:40 PM Crotone, Terminal Autolinee Romano | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, September 18 | |||||
3897 · 1401 | 2:15 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 16h20 | 6:35 PM Crotone, Piazzale Nettuno | 1 transfer | |
2495 · 1401 | 2:50 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 15h45 | 6:35 PM Crotone, Piazzale Nettuno | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 4:35 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 15h35 | 8:10 PM Crotone, Terminal Autolinee Romano | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8801+ Busitalia B027 | 8:45 AM Bologna Centrale | 12h15 | 9:00 PM Crotone | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:50 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 15h20 | 12:10 AM Crotone, Terminal Autolinee Romano | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:45 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 16h15 | 2:00 AM Crotone, Terminal Autolinee Romano | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9587+ Busitalia B025 | 12:27 PM Bologna Centrale | 10h58 | 11:25 PM Crotone | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3925 · Regionale Veloce 4157+ Busitalia B021 | 2:34 PM Bologna Centrale | 17h56 | 8:30 AM Crotone | 2 transfers | |
2401 · 1421 | 3:30 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 16h35 | 8:05 AM Crotone, Piazzale Nettuno | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 597+ Busitalia B021 | 4:21 PM Bologna Centrale | 16h09 | 8:30 AM Crotone | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:00 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 14h55 | 7:55 AM Crotone, Terminal Autolinee Romano | 1 transfer | |
110 | 6:20 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 14h10 | 8:30 AM Crotone, Terminal Autolinee Romano | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:40 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 14h55 | 9:35 AM Crotone, Terminal Autolinee Romano | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 8:45 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 16h55 | 1:40 PM Crotone, Terminal Autolinee Romano | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9437+ Busitalia B021 | 9:02 PM Bologna Centrale | 11h28 | 8:30 AM Crotone | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 9:15 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 12h55 | 10:10 AM Crotone, Terminal Autolinee Romano | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Bologna to Crotone run on average 13 times per day, taking around 14h 4m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $27 but you can travel from only $23 by flight.
There are 5 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:01, the last at 23:54. The fastest bus covers the 477 miles (769 km) distance in 12h 20m.
Distance 477 miles (769 km) |
Average bus duration 14h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price $27 |
Buses per day 13 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 12h 20m |
First bus 12:01 AM |
Last bus 11:54 PM |
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Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 14 days |
Discover the best of Crotone — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Crotone trip today.
Main archaeological museum for ancient Kroton, displaying finds from Magna Graecia, including materials from Capo Colonna and the wider province.
Museum and archaeological park at Capo Colonna with artifacts from the sanctuary of Hera Lacinia and clear context for the coastal ruins.
Contemporary art venue inside the castle complex, hosting temporary exhibitions and cultural events in a striking historic setting.
Central seafront promenade popular for walking, sea views, and sunsets. It is one of the easiest and most enjoyable ways to experience Crotone.
Historic quarter of narrow lanes, churches, and layered architecture. Best area for atmosphere, local character, and discovering hidden corners.
Viewpoint area around the cape with sweeping sea panoramas and archaeological scenery. A memorable stop for photos and coastal walks.
Spicy pork sausage from Calabria, often flavored with fennel and chili. It is a staple of local antipasti and reflects the region’s bold, rustic cuisine.
Salt-cured roe from grey mullet or tuna, sliced or grated over pasta. A prized coastal specialty tied to the Ionian fishing tradition.
Swordfish prepared simply, grilled or baked with olive oil, lemon, and herbs. It is a classic seafood dish along Calabria’s Ionian coast.
Respected fish-focused restaurant with refined plates, local ingredients, and a more elegant dining style.
Established seafood restaurant known for fresh fish dishes and a polished but welcoming atmosphere near the waterfront.
Well-known local venue serving Calabrian classics, pizza, and seafood in a relaxed traditional setting.
More affordable than major Italian tourist cities. Hotels, dining, and local transport are usually lower, making Crotone a good value for beach-focused trips.
Service is often included or modest. Round up at cafes, leave 5-10% at restaurants for good service, and round up taxi fares.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bologna to Crotone 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 Crotone, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Bologna to Crotone buses use the Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) to Crotone, Terminal Autolinee Romano station pair, with some services arriving at Crotone, Piazzale Nettuno. Use this guide to compare Bologna and Crotone 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.
Crotone, Terminal Autolinee Romano has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Small cafe inside the terminal.
Wi-Fi is available at Crotone, Terminal Autolinee Romano. ATMs are available at Crotone, Terminal Autolinee Romano.
Ticket office support is available at Crotone, Terminal Autolinee Romano.
Available at Crotone, Terminal Autolinee Romano: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Crotone, Terminal Autolinee Romano: Ramps available for wheelchair access.
Crotone, Piazzale Nettuno has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Crotone, Piazzale Nettuno. ATMs are available at Crotone, Piazzale Nettuno.
Ticket office support is available at Crotone, Piazzale Nettuno.
Available at Crotone, Piazzale Nettuno: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Crotone, Piazzale Nettuno: The station is accessible to individuals with reduced mobility.
Crotone, Piazzale Stazione has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Crotone, Piazzale Stazione. ATMs are available at Crotone, Piazzale Stazione.
Ticket office support is available at Crotone, Piazzale Stazione.
Available at Crotone, Piazzale Stazione: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Crotone, Piazzale Stazione: Basic accessibility available for persons with limited mobility.
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