Catania to Bologna bus with Itabus

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The cheapest and fastest buses from Catania to Bologna

Showing times and prices for Jul 20

Cheapest price

$94

Average price

$137

Fastest journey

13 h 38 m

Average duration

16 h 15 m

Buses per day

11

Distance

838 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Catania to Bologna is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Catania to Bologna will cost around $137 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $94.

Fast buses

Of the 11 buses that leave Catania for Bologna on Sun, Jul 20, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Sun, Jul 20 the direct buses cover the 838 km distance in an average of 16 h 15 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 13 h 38 m .

On Sun, Jul 20 the slowest buses will take 17 h 20 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.

Itabus4282 · 2790
09:05PM17h35
Catania, Via Fontanarossa (Aeroporto)
02:40PMBologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
$941One-way
1 transfer
Itabus4282 · 2790
09:25PM17h15
Catania, Via D'Amico
02:40PMBologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
$941One-way
1 transfer
Itabus4402 · 2302
10:10PM22h35
Catania, Via D'Amico
08:45PMBologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
$1081One-way
1 transfer
Itabus4402 · 2302
09:50PM22h55
Catania, Via Fontanarossa (Aeroporto)
08:45PMBologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
$1081One-way
1 transfer
Itabus2186
06:30PM17h15
Catania, Via D'Amico
11:45AMBologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
$1131One-way
0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train, bus, and flight for Catania to Bologna

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Catania to Bologna among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €25. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 55m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.3 - 0.8kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €25, and a train costs an average of €71.

Distance: 520 miles (838 km)

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Flight
Train

€74

Average price

Cheapest

€118

Average price

€120

Average price

15h 37m

Average total duration

15h 7m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

4h 55m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 55m

Onboard

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3h 0m

Additional time*

12h 22m

Average total duration

11h 52m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

0.8 - 2.1kg

CO2 emissions

-

CO2 emissions

0.3 - 0.8kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest
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Live departures

Catania to Bologna bus times

Showing buses for today, Saturday, July 19
Last updated at 12:41 PM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus4:35 PM Catania, Via D'Amico
15h45
8:20 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus6:05 PM Catania, Via D'Amico
17h30
11:35 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)1 transfer
itab4282 · 27907:05 PM Catania, Via Fontanarossa (Aeroporto)
17h35
12:40 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)1 transfer
itab4282 · 24027:05 PM Catania, Via Fontanarossa (Aeroporto)
18h45
1:50 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)1 transfer
itab4282 · 27907:25 PM Catania, Via D'Amico
17h15
12:40 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)1 transfer
itab4282 · 24027:25 PM Catania, Via D'Amico
18h25
1:50 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)1 transfer
italoItabus | 4282 · 99167:25 PM Catania
13h38
9:03 AM Bologna Centrale1 transfer
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus7:30 PM Catania, Via D'Amico
17h20
12:50 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)1 transfer
itab4402 · 23027:50 PM Catania, Via Fontanarossa (Aeroporto)
22h55
6:45 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)1 transfer
itab4402 · 23028:10 PM Catania, Via D'Amico
22h35
6:45 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)1 transfer
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus7:25 AM Catania, Via D'Amico
18h30
1:55 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)1 transfer
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus10:00 AM Catania, Via D'Amico
18h00
4:00 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)1 transfer

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Catania to Bologna

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Buses from Catania to Bologna run on average 9 times per day, taking around 15h 8m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $40 (€32) but you can travel from only $34 (€27) by flight.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Flight from $34 (€27)
Distance
520 miles (838 km)
Average bus duration
15h 8m
Cheapest ticket price
$40 (€32)
Buses per day
9
Direct buses
1
Fastest bus
14h 50m
First bus
00:25
Last bus
23:54
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Flight from $34 (€27)

Bus companies: Autoservizi Salemi, Itabus and FlixBus from Catania to Bologna

For as little as $28 (€23) you can travel by bus to Bologna from Catania with Autoservizi Salemi, Itabus and FlixBus. Omio will show you the best deals, schedules and tickets available for this trip.

FlixBus is one of Europe's leading low-cost bus companies, founded in Germany and offering long-distance bus services in Europe and the U. S. FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select routes throughout Europe. Standard amenities on FlixBus include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge your phone, tablet or laptop during long bus journeys, extra legroom, luggage space and toilets. You can even purchase snacks and drinks onboard. FlixBus offers only the Standard ticket for all its routes, which allows you to bring one carry-on luggage and one checked bag per person. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and specific seat reservations, such as if you want to book an Extra Seat, Table Seat or the Panorama Seat.

Bus information from Catania to Bologna with FlixBus:

  • Average Duration: 15 h 40 min
  • Cheapest Price: $35
  • FlixBus frequency: 1 a day

FAQs: Bus from Catania to Bologna

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popular bus stations

Popular bus stations from Catania to Bologna

Catania
Bologna
Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
Amenities at bus station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 05:30-23:00
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
carConnection
Car connection
Piazza XX Settembre
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi
Dining
Dining
  • Cafeteria Autostazione (in the station)
  • Trattoria del Rosso (0.5 km)
  • Osteria Broccaindosso (0.7 km).
Taxis
Taxis
  • Available outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps
WC
WC
  • Available in the station.
Public transit options for Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
  • Bus: 11, 21, 25, 30 Train: Bologna Centrale

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