- Must visit
Musée du Louvre
The city’s most famous museum, home to the Mona Lisa and major collections from antiquity to the 19th century. Timed-entry booking is strongly recommended.
Cheapest price
$36
Average price
$138
Fastest journey
15 h 25 m
Average duration
16 h 11 m
Buses per day
18
Distance
839 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Bologna to Paris is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bologna to Paris will cost around $138 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $36.
Of the 18 buses that leave Bologna for Paris on Fri, May 22, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, May 22 the direct buses cover the 839 km distance in an average of 16 h 11 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 15 h 25 m .
On Fri, May 22 the slowest buses will take 16 h 55 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.
3804 · 3090
94742
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3804 · 3090Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Bologna to Paris among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $24. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 52m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 0.8 - 2.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $24, and a flight costs an average of $52.
Distance: 521 miles (839 km)
| Bus | Most popular Flight | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$75 Average price Cheapest | $207 Average price | $128 Average price | $411 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
17h 54m Average total duration 17h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 52m Average total duration Fastest 2h 52m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 6h 57m Average total duration 6h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 40m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.8 - 2.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.5 - 5.0kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Bologna to Paris:
A bus is $54 (€43) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bologna to Paris costing on average $128 (€104).
A bus is $132 (€107) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bologna to Paris costing on average $207 (€167).
Other travel options to Paris take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 27m.
Bus takes on average 17h 24m.
Tickets start at around $75 (€61) compared to roughly $411 (€333) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $336 (€272). The journey takes 17h 24m versus 10h 40m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:20AM | Arrival Time 07:35PM | Duration 18h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $88 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:05AM | Arrival Time 09:05PM | Duration 17h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $134 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:10AM | Arrival Time 10:20PM | Duration 17h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $85 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:50AM | Arrival Time 06:45AM | Duration 18h55 | Departure days Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $84 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 06:15AM | Duration 17h15 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $148 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 01:25PM | Arrival Time 06:10AM | Duration 16h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:25PM | Arrival Time 05:50AM | Duration 15h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $88 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 07:45AM | Duration 16h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $86 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 03:40PM | Arrival Time 07:10AM | Duration 15h30 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $86 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 05:45PM | Arrival Time 10:40AM | Duration 16h55 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:10PM | Arrival Time 09:35AM | Duration 15h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $84 |
Operator RegioJet a.s. | Departure Time 06:35PM | Arrival Time 12:20PM | Duration 41h45 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $160 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:20PM | Arrival Time 02:45PM | Duration 18h25 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $81 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 08:40PM | Arrival Time 11:55AM | Duration 15h15 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $86 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:20PM | Arrival Time 06:20PM | Duration 20h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $89 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:30PM | Arrival Time 09:25PM | Duration 21h55 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $167 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:55PM | Arrival Time 08:10PM | Duration 20h15 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $101 |
The table below shows live departures for Bologna to Paris buses for today, Thursday, May 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:20 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 18h25 | 2:45 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:20 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 23h00 | 7:20 PM Paris, Porte Maillot | 1 transfer | |
4788 | 8:40 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 15h15 | 11:55 AM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:20 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 20h00 | 6:20 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:30 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 21h55 | 9:25 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:55 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 20h15 | 8:10 PM Paris, Porte Maillot | 1 transfer | |
| Friday, May 22 | |||||
FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:20 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 18h15 | 7:35 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:20 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 18h50 | 8:10 PM Paris, Porte Maillot | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:05 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 17h00 | 9:05 PM Paris, Porte Maillot | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:10 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 17h10 | 10:20 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:10 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 17h20 | 10:30 PM Paris, Porte Maillot | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:50 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 18h55 | 6:45 AM Paris, Porte Maillot | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:50 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 18h00 | 5:50 AM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:00 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 17h15 | 6:15 AM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:00 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 16h45 | 7:45 AM Paris, Porte Maillot | 1 transfer | |
94742 | 3:40 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 15h30 | 7:10 AM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 0 transfersDirect | |
3804 · 3090 | 5:45 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 16h55 | 10:40 AM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 6:10 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 15h25 | 9:35 AM Paris, Porte Maillot | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:10 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 20h25 | 2:35 PM Champigny-sur-Marne, Avenue des Grands Godets / D145 | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:10 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 16h20 | 10:30 AM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Bologna to Paris run on average 10 times per day, taking around 17h 24m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $24 (€19) if you book in advance.
There are 3 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:20, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 521 miles (839 km) distance in 15h 15m.
Distance 521 miles (839 km) |
Average bus duration 17h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price $24 (€19) |
Buses per day 10 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 15h 15m |
First bus 12:20 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
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Discover the best of Paris — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Paris trip today.
The city’s most famous museum, home to the Mona Lisa and major collections from antiquity to the 19th century. Timed-entry booking is strongly recommended.
Renowned museum in a former railway station, especially celebrated for Impressionist and Post-Impressionist masterpieces. One of Paris’s essential art visits.
Major modern and contemporary art museum known for its bold inside-out architecture and strong international collection. Popular with visitors interested in 20th-century art.
Historic hilltop district known for village-like streets, artists, viewpoints, and the Sacré-Cœur. A classic area for wandering and photography.
One of Paris’s most popular neighborhoods, mixing historic streets, boutiques, mansions, and museums. Excellent for walking and people-watching.
World-famous avenue linking Place de la Concorde to the Arc de Triomphe. Best known for monumental scale, flagship stores, and national celebrations.
Buttery, flaky viennoiserie closely associated with Parisian breakfast culture and best enjoyed fresh from a boulangerie.
A classic Paris sandwich of baguette, butter, and ham, prized for its simplicity and found in bakeries across the city.
A beloved French bistro staple of steak served with fries, common on Paris menus and emblematic of casual dining.
Iconic restaurant inside Gare de Lyon offering classic French cuisine in an opulent historic dining room.
Established Alsatian brasserie near Bastille, admired for seafood, choucroute, and an elegant historic interior.
Well-known crêperie specializing in Breton galettes and artisanal cider in a stylish but relaxed setting.
Paris is pricey for hotels and dining, though bakeries, markets, and set lunches can keep daily costs manageable.
Service is usually included in restaurant bills. Locals may round up or leave 5-10% for great service. Small change for cafes is fine; round up taxis.
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Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) -> Châtelet-Les Halles, Paris
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