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Museo Archeologico Nazionale di Venosa
Archaeological museum inside the castle, displaying Roman, medieval, and local finds that explain Venosa's long historical importance.
Cheapest price
€63
Average price
€70
Fastest journey
8 h 5 m
Average duration
8 h 28 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
536 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Bologna to Venosa is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bologna to Venosa will cost around €70 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €63.
It's difficult to get from Bologna to Venosa without transferring at least once.
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203 · 209Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Bologna to Venosa among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €43. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 20m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €43, and a flight costs an average of €20.
Distance: 333 miles (536 km)
Most popular Bus | Flight | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€56 Average price Cheapest | €101 Average price | €60 Average price | €146 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 59m Average total duration 7h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 20m Average total duration Fastest 1h 20m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 8h 7m Average total duration 7h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 19m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Bologna to Venosa:
A bus is €4 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bologna to Venosa costing on average €60.
A bus is €45 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bologna to Venosa costing on average €101.
Other travel options to Venosa take longer:
Bus takes on average 7h 29m.
Train takes on average 7h 37m.
Tickets start at around €56 compared to roughly €146 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €90. The journey takes 7h 29m versus 7h 19m 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.
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 BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:50AM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 7h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €45 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 7h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €47 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 06:25PM | Duration 8h55 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price €48 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:10AM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 6h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €42 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 07:25PM | Duration 8h55 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price €43 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 08:25PM | Duration 8h55 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €82 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 04:05AM | Duration 8h05 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price €65 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 03:30AM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €44 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 06:05AM | Duration 8h05 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €65 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 11:40PM | Arrival Time 08:05AM | Duration 8h25 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €63 |
The table below shows live departures for Bologna to Venosa buses for tomorrow, Sunday, August 9. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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203 · 209 | 11:30 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 8h55 | 8:25 PM Venosa, Via Armando Diaz / Via Cesare Battisti | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Bologna to Venosa run on average 9 times per day, taking around 7h 29m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €43 but you can travel from only €20 by flight.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:10, the last at 23:40. The fastest bus covers the 333 miles (536 km) distance in 8h 5m.
Distance 333 miles (536 km) |
Average bus duration 7h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price €43 |
Buses per day 9 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 8h 5m |
First bus 12:10 AM |
Last bus 11:40 PM |
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Discover the best of Venosa — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Venosa trip today.
Archaeological museum inside the castle, displaying Roman, medieval, and local finds that explain Venosa's long historical importance.
Roman baths preserving bathing rooms and engineering traces, useful for understanding everyday life in ancient Venusia.
Interpretive stop for the Jewish catacombs, helping visitors contextualize one of the most important Jewish sites in southern Italy.
The old town's network of lanes rewards slow walking with stone houses, churches, and glimpses of the town's ancient foundations.
Archaeological and monumental zone around the abbey, ideal for walking among ruins, open spaces, and some of Venosa's top sights.
Main square of the historic center, lined with civic buildings and ideal for starting a walking tour through Venosa's old town.
Aglianico Del Vulture is Basilicata’s flagship red wine, grown on volcanic soils near Venosa. It is prized for structure, dark fruit, and long aging.
Strascinati are hand-dragged pasta shapes typical of Basilicata, often served with tomato sauce, crumbs, or peppers. They reflect the area’s rustic home cooking.
Rafanata is a baked egg and horseradish dish from Basilicata, sometimes enriched with cheese and sausage. Venosa is known for strong, earthy Lucanian flavors.
Country-style dining near Venosa with local produce, Aglianico wine, and classic Lucanian recipes in an elegant agriturismo atmosphere.
Established restaurant in Venosa known for Lucanian cuisine, local wines, and a refined but welcoming atmosphere in the historic town.
Traditional venue serving Basilicata specialties, homemade pasta, and regional meat dishes in a casual setting popular with local diners.
Venosa is cheaper than major Italian tourist cities. Rooms, meals, and local transport are generally moderate to low cost for visitors.
Service is often included or modest. Round up or leave 5-10% at restaurants for good service; small change for cafes; taxis usually rounded up.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bologna to Venosa 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 Venosa, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Bologna to Venosa buses use the Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) to Venosa, Via Armando Diaz / Via Cesare Battisti station pair. Use this guide to compare Bologna and Venosa 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.
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