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Museo Civico Archeologico Petrone
Civic archaeological museum presenting finds from the Gargano area. It offers compact insight into local history from prehistory to later eras.
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Bologna to Vieste is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bologna to Vieste will cost around $82 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $72.
On Tue, Nov 03, we found 2 buses from Bologna to Vieste, including 1 direct services.
On Tue, Nov 03 the direct buses cover the 488 km distance in an average of 9 h 43 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 9 h 30 m .
On Tue, Nov 03 the slowest buses will take 9 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.
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Buses from Bologna to Vieste run on average 3 times per day, taking around 9h 6m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $32 if you book in advance.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:01, the last at 23:40. The fastest bus covers the 303 miles (488 km) distance in 8h 0m.
Distance 303 miles (488 km) |
Average bus duration 9h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price $32 |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 8h 0m |
First bus 12:01 AM |
Last bus 11:40 PM |
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Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
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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 Vieste.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 07:25PM | Duration 9h55 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $125 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 09:25PM | Duration 9h55 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $91 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 09:40PM | Arrival Time 06:25AM | Duration 8h45 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $72 |
Operator Ferrovie del Gargano | Departure Time 10:20PM | Arrival Time 06:50AM | Duration 8h30 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $66 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 10:40PM | Arrival Time 07:25AM | Duration 8h45 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator Ferrovie del Gargano | Departure Time 11:20PM | Arrival Time 07:50AM | Duration 8h30 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $63 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 11:40PM | Arrival Time 09:10AM | Duration 9h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $72 |
The table below shows live departures for Bologna to Vieste buses for today, Monday, November 2. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
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057 | 11:40 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 9h30 | 9:10 AM Vieste, Viale Lungomare Europa (Terminal Bus) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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201 · 213 | 11:30 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 9h55 | 9:25 PM Vieste, Viale Lungomare Europa (Terminal Bus) | 1 transfer | |
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Civic archaeological museum presenting finds from the Gargano area. It offers compact insight into local history from prehistory to later eras.
Collection centered on shells and marine specimens, popular with families and curious visitors seeking a lighter museum visit near the coast.
Small ethnographic museum focused on fishing traditions, tools, and daily life. A useful stop for understanding Vieste’s maritime culture.
Long sandy beach backed by town views and the famous monolith. It is Vieste’s signature coastal walk and a top sunrise or sunset spot.
The white limestone monolith on the beach is Vieste’s iconic natural landmark, strongly tied to local legend and unforgettable sea views.
Historic old town of tight lanes, stairways, arches, and sea panoramas. Essential for atmosphere, photos, and discovering Vieste’s character.
A crisp baked pizza bread filled with tomato, mozzarella, onion, anchovies, capers and olives. A Gargano specialty sold in bakeries and eaten as a local snack.
Tiny handmade pasta with turnip greens, garlic and olive oil, sometimes with anchovy. It is a classic Apulian dish found in homes and trattorias.
Fresh sea urchin roe eaten raw with bread or pasta. Prized on the Gargano coast for its intense iodine-rich flavor and close link to local fishing traditions.
Refined seafood restaurant known for modern Apulian cooking, tasting menus and an elegant setting near the old town.
Popular traditional restaurant serving Gargano seafood and pasta in a welcoming, classic atmosphere close to the center.
Casual venue appreciated for fresh fish, local antipasti and unfussy coastal dining with a relaxed Vieste feel.
Moderate for coastal Italy: summer stays rise, but casual dining and local transport stay fairly reasonable versus Amalfi or Cinque Terre.
Service is often included or modest. Round up at cafes, leave 5-10% at restaurants for great service, and round up taxi fares.
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 Vieste.
Bologna Vieste bus route is guaranteed every day, all week long. In the morning there is always a direct connection, while in the evening there is a route with two changes, respectively to Forlì and Lesina. The trip in this case takes up the whole night with arrival in the morning in the famous pearl of Gargano. The first departure takes place at 10:30 a.m. while the second and last of the day is 11:40 p.m.
Passengers who plan the trip with the buses Bologna Vieste can refer to well-known bus companies. The companies that provide the bus route Bologna Vieste, in fact, are: MarinoBus and Ferrovie del Gargano. The first guarantees the direct connection of odd days, while Ferrovie del Gargano covers all other connections.
The journey by bus Bologna Vieste has an average duration ranging from nine to ten hours. The difference is due to the journey. The direct journey takes about ten hours and ten minutes, while the one with changes is slightly shorter: in about an hour you arrive in Forlì, in 5 hours and 30 minutes in Hvar and in 2 hours and 40 minutes at your destination.
Every day from the capital of Emilia two buses depart along the route Bologna-Vieste and provide about 14 transfers per week. The service is also guaranteed on Sundays and has no significant numerical changes in the summer period when there are also daily trips with a change of Flixbus.
Bus station in Bologna: is located near the central station and is well connected with the rest of the city which, in many cases, can be reached on foot. It is equipped with luggage storage, ticket offices, waiting room for passengers and toilets.
strong>Vieste Car Station: The Lungomare Europa parking area in Vieste includes a bus station that is also the terminus of local transport connections, so you can move easily and reach the center in a few minutes. The area is located 50 meters from the sea.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bologna to Vieste 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 Vieste, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Bologna to Vieste buses use the Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) to Vieste, Viale Lungomare Europa (Terminal Bus) station pair, with some services arriving at Vieste, Lungomare Europa / Viale Italia (Parcheggio). Use this guide to compare Bologna and Vieste 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.
Vieste, Viale Lungomare Europa (Terminal Bus) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Nearby cafes and snack bars.
Wi-Fi is available at Vieste, Viale Lungomare Europa (Terminal Bus). ATMs are available at Vieste, Viale Lungomare Europa (Terminal Bus).
Ticket office support is available at Vieste, Viale Lungomare Europa (Terminal Bus).
Available at Vieste, Viale Lungomare Europa (Terminal Bus): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Vieste, Viale Lungomare Europa (Terminal Bus): Ramps available for wheelchair access.
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