- Must visit
Pinacoteca Nazionale di Bologna
Leading city museum with major Italian paintings from the Middle Ages to modern times, essential for understanding Bologna's art history.









Cheapest price
$23
Average price
$30
Fastest journey
3h 0m
Average duration
3h 34m
Buses per day
9
Distance
219 km
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bolzano to Bologna among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 19m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $12, and a train costs an average of $22.
Distance: 137 miles (222 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
$17 Average price Cheapest | $36 Average price |
4h 19m Average total duration 3h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 49m Average total duration Fastest 3h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Bolzano to Bologna:
A bus is $19 (€15) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bolzano to Bologna costing on average $36 (€29).
Other travel options to Bologna take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 49m.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:00AM | Arrival Time 03:50AM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:00AM | Arrival Time 06:45AM | Duration 3h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00AM | Arrival Time 08:10AM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:50AM | Arrival Time 08:40AM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:30AM | Arrival Time 10:00AM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Tue, Fri | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:45AM | Arrival Time 11:00AM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 09:50AM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:10AM | Arrival Time 11:10AM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri | Cheapest price $58 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 12:15PM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $59 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 11:40AM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:40AM | Arrival Time 12:00PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:50AM | Arrival Time 11:40AM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 12:40PM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:40AM | Arrival Time 12:50PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator Trenitalia | Departure Time 09:49AM | Arrival Time 04:05PM | Duration 6h16 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:20AM | Arrival Time 01:40PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:10AM | Arrival Time 02:10PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:20AM | Arrival Time 03:40PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 02:30PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 03:20PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 03:20PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:40PM | Arrival Time 04:50PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 03:50PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:20PM | Arrival Time 04:20PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:20PM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator Regionale | Departure Time 02:49PM | Arrival Time 10:45PM | Duration 7h56 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator Regionale | Departure Time 02:52PM | Arrival Time 10:45PM | Duration 7h53 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:20PM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:20PM | Arrival Time 07:10PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Mon, Sat | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator Regionale | Departure Time 03:26PM | Arrival Time 10:45PM | Duration 7h19 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 08:40PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:40PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 11:20PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:15PM | Arrival Time 11:00PM | Duration 3h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $32 |
The table below shows live departures for Bolzano to Bologna buses for today, Saturday, July 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 12:40 PM Bolzano, Via Bruno Buozzi (Bozen Süd) | 4h10 | 4:50 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:20 PM Bolzano, Via Bruno Buozzi (Bozen Süd) | 3h50 | 7:10 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
073 | 7:00 PM Bolzano, Via Bruno Buozzi (Bozen Süd) | 4h20 | 11:20 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:15 PM Bolzano, Via Bruno Buozzi (Bozen Süd) | 3h45 | 11:00 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, July 19 | |||||
FlixBus | 3:00 AM Bolzano, Via Bruno Buozzi (Bozen Süd) | 3h45 | 6:45 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:45 AM Bolzano, Via Bruno Buozzi (Bozen Süd) | 4h15 | 11:00 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Bolzano to Bologna run on average 9 times per day, taking around 3h 49m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $12 (€10) if you book in advance.
There are 7 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 02:00, the last at 23:54. The fastest bus covers the 137 miles (222 km) distance in 3h 45m.
Distance 137 miles (222 km) |
Average bus duration 3h 49m |
Cheapest ticket price $12 (€10) |
Buses per day 9 |
Direct buses 7 |
Fastest bus 3h 45m |
First bus 2:00 AM |
Last bus 11:54 PM |
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Discover the best of Bologna — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Bologna trip today.
Leading city museum with major Italian paintings from the Middle Ages to modern times, essential for understanding Bologna's art history.
Archaeological museum with rich Egyptian, Etruscan, Greek, and Roman collections in a central historic palace.
Museum of Bologna's urban history using objects, rooms, and multimedia to trace the city from antiquity to today.
Bologna's main square, surrounded by landmark buildings and always lively, ideal for architecture, people-watching, and orientation.
Historic market quarter with narrow lanes, medieval character, and vibrant street life just behind Piazza Maggiore.
Long portico route climbing toward San Luca, UNESCO-listed and perfect for a memorable urban walk with changing views.
Handmade egg pasta ribbons traditionally served with slow-cooked ragù. A defining Bolognese dish protected by local culinary tradition.
Small ring-shaped stuffed pasta, usually filled with pork and Parmigiano Reggiano, served in rich capon or beef broth. A classic festive dish.
Green spinach pasta layered with ragù, béchamel, and Parmigiano. Bologna's traditional baked lasagna is richer and more refined than many versions abroad.
Elegant Michelin-starred restaurant serving refined Emilian cuisine in a polished, intimate space within central Bologna.
Traditional deli and wine bar famed for mortadella, cheeses, fresh pasta, and informal counter dining in the Quadrilatero market area.
Historic trattoria known for classic Bolognese pasta, cured meats, and traditional dining rooms with a warm, old-city atmosphere.
Moderate for Italy: stays and dining are cheaper than Rome or Milan, while transit is affordable and tourist-center prices stay manageable.
Tipping is optional. Service may be included. Round up or leave €1-2 at cafes, 5-10% in restaurants for great service, and round up taxi fares.
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Bologna Stazione Centrale -> Piazza Maggiore, Bologna
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bolzano to Bologna 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 Bologna, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Bolzano to Bologna buses use the Bolzano, Via Bruno Buozzi (Bozen Süd) to Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) station pair. Use this guide to compare Bolzano and Bologna 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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