- Recommended
Castello di Masnago - Museo d'Arte Moderna e Contemporanea
Municipal art museum inside a medieval castle, showing frescoes, paintings, and decorative arts tied to Varese's local history.
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Bologna to Varese is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bologna to Varese will cost around €20 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €20.
It's difficult to get from Bologna to Varese without transferring at least once.
054 · 082
|
| ||||||||||||
054 · 082
|
| ||||||||||||
Buses from Bologna to Varese run on average 1 times per day, taking around 4h 10m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €9 but you can travel from only €4 by train.
The earliest bus runs at 03:30, the last at 21:56. The fastest bus covers the 152 miles (246 km) distance in 2h 55m.
Distance 152 miles (246 km) |
Average bus duration 4h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price €9 |
Buses per day 1 |
Fastest bus 2h 55m |
First bus 3:30 AM |
Last bus 9:56 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 1 day |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Bologna to Varese.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 01:30AM | Arrival Time 05:55AM | Duration 4h25 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price €12 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 02:10AM | Arrival Time 06:50AM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu | Cheapest price €11 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:10AM | Arrival Time 06:10AM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €15 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 03:10AM | Arrival Time 07:50AM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu | Cheapest price €11 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 04:10AM | Arrival Time 08:50AM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €18 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 10:10AM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €17 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:10AM | Arrival Time 10:20AM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €22 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:10PM | Arrival Time 03:10PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €18 |
Operator Frecciarossa | Departure Time 02:26PM | Arrival Time 02:00AM | Duration 11h34 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €42 |
Operator Frecciarossa | Departure Time 02:36PM | Arrival Time 02:00AM | Duration 11h24 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €50 |
Operator Frecciarossa | Departure Time 02:56PM | Arrival Time 02:00AM | Duration 11h04 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €42 |
Operator Frecciarossa | Departure Time 03:36PM | Arrival Time 02:00AM | Duration 10h24 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €65 |
Operator Frecciarossa | Departure Time 03:56PM | Arrival Time 02:00AM | Duration 10h04 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €42 |
Operator Frecciarossa | Departure Time 04:36PM | Arrival Time 02:00AM | Duration 9h24 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €47 |
Operator Frecciarossa | Departure Time 04:56PM | Arrival Time 02:00AM | Duration 9h04 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €55 |
Operator Frecciarossa | Departure Time 05:36PM | Arrival Time 02:00AM | Duration 8h24 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €50 |
Operator Frecciarossa | Departure Time 05:51PM | Arrival Time 02:00AM | Duration 8h09 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €46 |
Operator Frecciarossa | Departure Time 05:56PM | Arrival Time 02:00AM | Duration 8h04 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €44 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 08:10PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €22 |
Operator Frecciarossa | Departure Time 06:36PM | Arrival Time 02:00AM | Duration 7h24 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €55 |
Operator Frecciarossa | Departure Time 07:26PM | Arrival Time 02:00AM | Duration 6h34 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €44 |
Operator Frecciarossa | Departure Time 07:36PM | Arrival Time 02:00AM | Duration 6h24 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €44 |
Operator Frecciarossa | Departure Time 07:56PM | Arrival Time 02:00AM | Duration 6h04 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €36 |
Operator Frecciarossa | Departure Time 08:26PM | Arrival Time 02:00AM | Duration 5h34 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €42 |
Operator Frecciarossa | Departure Time 08:36PM | Arrival Time 02:00AM | Duration 5h24 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €39 |
Operator Frecciarossa | Departure Time 08:51PM | Arrival Time 02:00AM | Duration 5h09 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €38 |
Operator Frecciarossa | Departure Time 08:56PM | Arrival Time 02:00AM | Duration 5h04 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €39 |
The table below shows live departures for Bologna to Varese buses for tomorrow, Sunday, November 8. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
054 · 082 | 4:10 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 4h40 | 8:50 AM Varese, Piazzale Fratelli Kennedy | 1 transfer | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
Find all the dates and times for this journey
Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.
Discover the best of Varese — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Varese trip today.
Municipal art museum inside a medieval castle, showing frescoes, paintings, and decorative arts tied to Varese's local history.
Museum in a lakeside Liberty villa presenting contemporary works and exhibitions in one of Varese's most architecturally distinctive settings.
Archaeological displays in a former monastery at Sacro Monte, illuminating regional prehistory and the long settlement of the Varese area.
Scenic lakeside nature route through reeds and woodland on Lake Varese. Popular for walking, cycling, and sunset views.
Grand public gardens behind Palazzo Estense, loved for flowerbeds, fountains, and a calm promenade near the center.
Central pedestrian avenue lined with shops and historic buildings. It is ideal for a first walk through the city's daily life.
Creamy risotto cooked with local asparagus from Cantello, prized in the Varese area for its delicate flavor and spring harvest tradition.
Slow-braised donkey stew, a Lombard specialty found around Varese, traditionally served with polenta and valued for its rustic mountain character.
Soft polenta enriched with local Alpine cheeses, common in Varese's prealpine cuisine and loved as a hearty cold-season comfort dish.
Elegant Michelin-starred dining in nearby Sacro Monte, known for refined seasonal cuisine and a polished historic setting.
Historic lakeside restaurant in Varese, appreciated for seafood, classic Italian dishes, and a traditional atmosphere by Lake Varese.
Well-known casual spot in Varese serving Lombard and Italian staples, valued for reliable cooking and a welcoming local feel.
Moderate for northern Italy. Hotels and dining cost more than smaller towns, but local transit and casual meals are reasonable for most visitors.
Service may be included via coperto. Rounding up or leaving 5-10% is appreciated in restaurants. Taxis are usually rounded up. Small change is fine in cafes.
Official public transport app
Varese - stazione FS (piazzale Trieste/c -> Piazza Monte Grappa, Varese
Get destination-focused answers for the end of your trip, including what to do, when to go, practical entry details, and tips for making the most of your time in Varese.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bologna to Varese 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 Varese, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Bologna to Varese buses use the Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) to Varese, Piazzale Fratelli Kennedy station pair. Use this guide to compare Bologna and Varese 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, Piaza XX Settembre is 1 km from Bologna city centre. Public transport options include:
Bologna, Piaza XX Settembre has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Bologna, Piaza XX Settembre. ATMs are available at Bologna, Piaza XX Settembre.
Ticket office support is available at Bologna, Piaza XX Settembre.
Available at Bologna, Piaza XX Settembre: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bologna, Piaza XX Settembre: Ramp access available.
Varese, Piazzale Fratelli Kennedy has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafes and eateries nearby.
Wi-Fi is available at Varese, Piazzale Fratelli Kennedy. ATMs are available at Varese, Piazzale Fratelli Kennedy.
Ticket office support is available at Varese, Piazzale Fratelli Kennedy.
Available at Varese, Piazzale Fratelli Kennedy: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Varese, Piazzale Fratelli Kennedy: Ramps available for wheelchair access.
Check bus stations information for Bologna and Varese, including where buses depart and arrive on this route.
Here are some other resources that might have the information you need