- Must visit
Galata Museo del Mare
Major maritime museum with immersive galleries on ships, trade, migration, and navigation. Essential for understanding Genoa’s seafaring legacy.
Cheapest price on Oct 20
$21
Average ticket price on Oct 20
$25
Fastest journey on Oct 20
3 h 50 m
Average journey duration on Oct 20
4 h 12 m
Buses on Oct 20
5
Distance
191 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Bologna to Genoa is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bologna to Genoa will cost around $25 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $21.
On Tue, Oct 20, we found 5 buses from Bologna to Genoa, including 4 direct services.
On Tue, Oct 20 the direct buses cover the 191 km distance in an average of 4 h 12 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 50 m .
On Tue, Oct 20 the slowest buses will take 5 h 10 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.
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FlixBus · FlixBusBuses from Bologna to Genoa run on average 7 times per day, taking around 4h 10m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $10 (€8) if you book in advance.
There are 5 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:30, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 118 miles (191 km) distance in 3h 30m.
Distance 118 miles (191 km) |
Average bus duration 4h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price $10 (€8) |
Buses per day 7 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 3h 30m |
First bus 12:30 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
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Cheapest Day Sat |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 91 days |
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:05AM | Arrival Time 04:05AM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:50AM | Arrival Time 06:40AM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 04:10AM | Arrival Time 08:15AM | Duration 4h05 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:15AM | Arrival Time 10:15AM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 11:50AM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:25AM | Arrival Time 12:20PM | Duration 3h55 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 02:10PM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 04:40PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 09:15PM | Duration 5h45 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 03:40PM | Arrival Time 11:50PM | Duration 8h10 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 07:50PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 11:25PM | Duration 5h55 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:10PM | Arrival Time 10:20PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:15PM | Arrival Time 02:25AM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:20PM | Arrival Time 02:05AM | Duration 3h45 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $20 |
The table below shows live departures for Bologna to Genoa buses for today, Monday, October 19. 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 | 5:30 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 5h55 | 11:25 PM Genova, Via Fanti D'Italia | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:15 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 5h10 | 2:25 AM Genova, Via Fanti D'Italia | 1 transfer | |
| Tuesday, October 20 | |||||
FlixBus | 1:05 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 4h00 | 5:05 AM Genova, Via Fanti D'Italia | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:50 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 3h50 | 6:40 AM Genova, Via Fanti D'Italia | 0 transfersDirect | |
060 | 4:10 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 4h05 | 8:15 AM Genoa, Piazza della Vittoria | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:25 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 3h55 | 12:20 PM Genova, Via Fanti D'Italia | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Discover the best of Genoa — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Genoa trip today.
Major maritime museum with immersive galleries on ships, trade, migration, and navigation. Essential for understanding Genoa’s seafaring legacy.
Celebrated art museum in a UNESCO palace, showing European paintings from medieval to baroque periods in elegant historic interiors.
Historic palace museum with frescoed rooms, portraits, and decorative arts. A cornerstone of Genoa’s civic collections on Via Garibaldi.
UNESCO avenue lined with splendid Renaissance and Baroque palaces. Genoa’s grandest street and the city’s essential architectural walk.
Historic old port redeveloped with promenades, museums, and harbor views. A lively base for walking, sightseeing, and modern Genoa culture.
Large central square framed by civic buildings and the famous fountain. A classic meeting point and key stop between the center and old town.
Liguria's iconic flatbread made with chickpea flour, water, olive oil, and salt. Crisp outside and soft inside, it is a classic Genoese street food.
Fresh basil sauce from Genoa made with basil, pine nuts, garlic, Parmigiano, pecorino, and olive oil. It is the city's most famous pasta condiment.
Hand-shaped twisted pasta traditionally served with pesto, green beans, and potatoes. This combination is a hallmark of home-style Genoese cooking.
Elegant Michelin-starred dining in the old harbor area, known for refined Ligurian seafood tasting menus and polished contemporary service.
Historic traditional restaurant in the old town serving classic Genoese dishes, pesto, and seafood in a warm, established setting.
Popular casual spot famed for farinata and other wood-fired Ligurian street foods. Simple atmosphere, central location, and long local following.
Moderate for Italy: hotels can be pricey in peak season, but dining and local transit are reasonable for most tourists.
Service is often included or modest. Round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service; taxis are usually rounded up; small change is enough in cafes.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bologna to Genoa 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 Genoa, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Bologna to Genoa buses use the Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) to Genova, Via Fanti D'Italia station pair, with some services arriving at Genoa, Piazza della Vittoria. Use this guide to compare Bologna and Genoa 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, 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.
Bolonʹya, Rizzoli(Болонья, Rizzoli) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Bolonʹya, Rizzoli(Болонья, Rizzoli). ATMs are available at Bolonʹya, Rizzoli(Болонья, Rizzoli).
Ticket office support is available at Bolonʹya, Rizzoli(Болонья, Rizzoli).
Available at Bolonʹya, Rizzoli(Болонья, Rizzoli): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bolonʹya, Rizzoli(Болонья, Rizzoli): The bus station is accessible for people with disabilities.
Genoa, Piazza della Vittoria is 1 km from Genoa city centre. Public transport options include:
Genoa, Piazza della Vittoria has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Genoa, Piazza della Vittoria. ATMs are several ATMs located nearby.
Ticket office support is available at Genoa, Piazza della Vittoria.
Available at Genoa, Piazza della Vittoria: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Genoa, Piazza della Vittoria: Accessible for passengers with reduced mobility.
Genoa, SS 1 / Viale Paolo Thaon di Revel is 1 km from Genoa city centre. Public transport options include:
Genoa, SS 1 / Viale Paolo Thaon di Revel has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Several eateries are nearby.
Wi-Fi is available at Genoa, SS 1 / Viale Paolo Thaon di Revel. ATMs are available at Genoa, SS 1 / Viale Paolo Thaon di Revel.
Ticket office support is available at Genoa, SS 1 / Viale Paolo Thaon di Revel.
Available at Genoa, SS 1 / Viale Paolo Thaon di Revel: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Genoa, SS 1 / Viale Paolo Thaon di Revel: Accessible for individuals with disabilities.
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