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Museo Diocesano
Monopoli’s main civic museum preserves local archaeology, paintings, and historical collections inside the old town’s cultural complex.
Cheapest price
$43
Average price
$68
Fastest journey
9 h 5 m
Average duration
10 h 39 m
Buses per day
8
Distance
625 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Bologna to Monopoli is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bologna to Monopoli will cost around $68 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $43.
Of the 8 buses that leave Bologna for Monopoli on Thu, Aug 06, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Aug 06 the direct buses cover the 625 km distance in an average of 10 h 39 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 9 h 5 m .
On Thu, Aug 06 the slowest buses will take 12 h 25 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.
1121
3803 · 1107
2797 · 1107
2125 · 1107
203 · 205
131 · 108
FlixBus
203 · 205
1121
3803 · 1107Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bologna to Monopoli 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 5h 16m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $22, and a flight costs an average of $21.
Distance: 388 miles (625 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
$47 Average price Cheapest | $65 Average price | $110 Average price |
9h 5m Average total duration 8h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 51m Average total duration 7h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 16m Average total duration Fastest 5h 16m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Bologna to Monopoli:
A bus is $17 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bologna to Monopoli costing on average $65.
A bus is $63 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bologna to Monopoli costing on average $110.
Other travel options to Monopoli take longer:
Train takes on average 7h 21m.
Bus takes on average 8h 35m.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:10AM | Arrival Time 07:00AM | Duration 6h50 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:00AM | Arrival Time 03:40PM | Duration 14h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $133 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 05:00AM | Arrival Time 05:10PM | Duration 12h10 | Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 06:10PM | Duration 12h10 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:40AM | Arrival Time 01:50PM | Duration 7h10 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 07:10PM | Duration 12h10 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:20AM | Arrival Time 03:50PM | Duration 7h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:10AM | Arrival Time 04:40PM | Duration 7h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 7h30 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 05:10PM | Duration 7h10 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:10AM | Arrival Time 05:40PM | Duration 7h30 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $61 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:20AM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 7h10 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 09:40PM | Duration 10h10 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:50AM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 7h40 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:50PM | Arrival Time 08:10PM | Duration 7h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 7h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 04:55AM | Duration 14h55 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:10PM | Arrival Time 09:10PM | Duration 7h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 04:00AM | Duration 13h30 | Departure days Mon, Sat | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 04:55AM | Duration 13h55 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 05:00AM | Duration 13h30 | Departure days Mon, Sat | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:40PM | Arrival Time 04:55AM | Duration 13h15 | Departure days Mon, Sat | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:10PM | Arrival Time 11:20PM | Duration 7h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 04:55AM | Duration 12h25 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 05:55AM | Duration 12h55 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $93 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 05:00AM | Duration 12h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $53 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:20PM | Arrival Time 12:40AM | Duration 7h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:50PM | Arrival Time 12:50AM | Duration 7h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:50PM | Arrival Time 02:40AM | Duration 6h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:40PM | Arrival Time 04:50AM | Duration 7h10 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $56 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 07:05AM | Duration 9h05 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $68 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:40PM | Arrival Time 09:05AM | Duration 9h25 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $69 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 11:40PM | Arrival Time 08:45AM | Duration 9h05 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $76 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:54PM | Arrival Time 03:40PM | Duration 15h46 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $117 |
The table below shows live departures for Bologna to Monopoli buses for today, Wednesday, August 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1121 | 7:00 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 12h10 | 7:10 PM Monopoli, Via Nicola Lagravinese | 0 transfersDirect | |
203 · 205 | 11:30 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 10h10 | 9:40 PM Monopoli, Via Nicola Lagravinese | 1 transfer | |
2125 · 1107 | 2:00 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 14h55 | 4:55 AM Monopoli, Via Nicola Lagravinese | 1 transfer | |
2797 · 1107 | 3:00 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 13h55 | 4:55 AM Monopoli, Via Nicola Lagravinese | 1 transfer | |
3803 · 1107 | 4:30 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 12h25 | 4:55 AM Monopoli, Via Nicola Lagravinese | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:00 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 12h55 | 5:55 AM Monopoli, Via Nicola Lagravinese | 1 transfer | |
131 · 108 | 10:00 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 9h05 | 7:05 AM Monopoli, Via Nicola Lagravinese | 1 transfer | |
041 | 11:40 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 9h05 | 8:45 AM Monopoli, Via Nicola Lagravinese | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:40 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 9h25 | 9:05 AM Monopoli, Via Nicola Lagravinese | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Bologna to Monopoli run on average 9 times per day, taking around 8h 35m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $22 but you can travel from only $21 by flight.
There are 4 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:40. The fastest bus covers the 388 miles (625 km) distance in 9h 5m.
Distance 388 miles (625 km) |
Average bus duration 8h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price $22 |
Buses per day 9 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 9h 5m |
First bus 12:05 AM |
Last bus 11:40 PM |
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Discover the best of Monopoli — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Monopoli trip today.
Monopoli’s main civic museum preserves local archaeology, paintings, and historical collections inside the old town’s cultural complex.
This museum inside the castle presents local history through exhibitions in a dramatic seafront fortress setting.
An exhibition venue hosting rotating contemporary art, photography, and cultural events in a refined historic setting.
Monopoli’s postcard-perfect old harbor is lined with blue fishing boats, stone quays, and some of the city’s best views.
The historic center is a maze of whitewashed lanes, courtyards, and churches, perfect for walking and spontaneous discoveries.
A seafront promenade with breezy views, benches, and access to bastions, ideal for sunset walks beside the Adriatic.
Hand-shaped fresh pasta traditionally served with tomato sauce, caciocavallo or turnip tops. A hallmark of Apulian home cooking found across Monopoli.
Raw or lightly marinated local seafood such as shrimp, octopus, mussels or shellfish. It reflects Monopoli's long fishing tradition and very fresh daily catch.
Rice, potatoes and mussels baked in layers with tomato, onion and breadcrumbs. A beloved Bari area dish also common on Monopoli family tables.
Refined seafood-focused dining in an elegant setting inside a historic palazzo. Known for creative Puglian tasting menus and polished service.
Well-known casual seafood restaurant near the old town, appreciated for fresh catch, raw seafood and classic Apulian coastal dishes.
Popular traditional spot serving orecchiette, grilled fish and local specialties in a relaxed, rustic atmosphere close to the center.
Moderate for Puglia: stays rise in summer, dining is fair, and local trains are affordable versus larger Italian tourist cities.
Service is often included or modest. Round up or leave 5-10% for great restaurant service; taxis can be rounded up, and small change is fine in cafes.
Official public transport app
Via Nicola Lagravinese, Monopoli -> Piazza Vittorio Emanuele II, Monopoli
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bologna to Monopoli 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 Monopoli, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Bologna to Monopoli buses use the Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) to Monopoli, Via Nicola Lagravinese station pair, with some services arriving at Monopoli, Bus stop Monopoli. Use this guide to compare Bologna and Monopoli 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.
Monopoli, Bus stop Monopoli has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Monopoli, Bus stop Monopoli. ATMs are available at Monopoli, Bus stop Monopoli.
Ticket office support is available at Monopoli, Bus stop Monopoli.
Available at Monopoli, Bus stop Monopoli: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Monopoli, Bus stop Monopoli: Basic accessibility features are available.
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