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The cheapest and fastest buses from Cologne Bonn Airport to Bologna Airport
Showing times and prices for Jun 01
Cheapest price
$64
Average price
$91
Fastest journey
15 h 15 m
Average duration
16 h 41 m
Buses per day
6
Distance
771 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Cologne Bonn Airport to Bologna Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cologne Bonn Airport to Bologna Airport will cost around $91 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $64.
Fast buses
Of the 6 buses that leave Cologne Bonn Airport for Bologna Airport on Mon, Jun 01, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Jun 01 the direct buses cover the 771 km distance in an average of 16 h 41 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 15 h 15 m .
On Mon, Jun 01 the slowest buses will take 18 h 10 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.
6:55 PM15h15Cologne Bonn Airport10:10 AMBologna Airport$641One-way0 transfers- 8:30 PM19h45Cologne Bonn Airport4:15 PMBologna Airport$781One-way0 transfers
- 1:15 PM18h10Cologne Bonn Airport7:25 AMBologna Airport$861One-way0 transfers
- 9:35 AM16h50Cologne Bonn Airport2:25 AMBologna Airport$881One-way0 transfers
- 11:35 AM17h55Cologne Bonn Airport5:30 AMBologna Airport$1061One-way0 transfers
- 6:55 PM15h15Cologne Bonn Airport10:10 AMBologna Airport$641One-way0 transfers
- 5:55 PM15h15Cologne Bonn Airport9:10 AMBologna Airport$1251One-way0 transfers
- 9:35 AM16h50Cologne Bonn Airport2:25 AMBologna Airport$881One-way0 transfers
- 11:35 AM17h55Cologne Bonn Airport5:30 AMBologna Airport$1061One-way0 transfers
- 1:15 PM18h10Cologne Bonn Airport7:25 AMBologna Airport$861One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare flight, bus, and train for Cologne Bonn Airport to Bologna Airport
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Cologne Bonn Airport to Bologna Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $62. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 41m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $62, and a train costs an average of $140.
Distance: 479 miles (771 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Flight | Train | Driving |
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$106 Average price Cheapest | $229 Average price | $242 Average price | $92 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
21h 58m Average total duration 21h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 41m Average total duration Fastest 1h 41m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 12h 33m Average total duration 12h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 1m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
The cheapest way to travel from Cologne Bonn Airport to Bologna Airport is a bus with an average price of $106 (€85).
This is compared to other travel options from Cologne Bonn Airport to Bologna Airport:
A bus is $123 (€99) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Cologne Bonn Airport to Bologna Airport costing on average $229 (€184).
A bus is $135 (€109) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Cologne Bonn Airport to Bologna Airport costing on average $242 (€195).
The fastest way to travel from Cologne Bonn Airport to Bologna Airport is by flight with an average journey time of 1h 41m.
Other travel options to Bologna Airport take longer:
Train takes on average 12h 3m.
Bus takes on average 21h 28m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Cologne Bonn Airport and Bologna Airport including taking a flight, bus, and train.
We recommend using the flight as it is the most popular way to get from Cologne Bonn Airport to Bologna Airport among Omio's users.
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Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
Cologne Bonn Airport to Bologna Airport Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:00AM | Arrival Time 08:25PM | Duration 18h25 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $76 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:50AM | Arrival Time 11:25PM | Duration 18h35 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $91 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:14AM | Arrival Time 06:45AM | Duration 22h31 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $79 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:01AM | Arrival Time 06:45AM | Duration 21h44 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $86 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:35AM | Arrival Time 02:25AM | Duration 16h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $88 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:55AM | Arrival Time 04:25AM | Duration 18h30 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $86 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:35AM | Arrival Time 05:30AM | Duration 17h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $86 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 11:55AM | Arrival Time 02:55PM | Duration 27h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $143 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:15PM | Arrival Time 07:25AM | Duration 18h10 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $86 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:35PM | Arrival Time 06:45AM | Duration 17h10 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $78 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:40PM | Arrival Time 08:25AM | Duration 17h45 | Departure days Tue, Sat | Cheapest price $87 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:14PM | Arrival Time 03:30PM | Duration 23h16 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Sat | Cheapest price $91 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:55PM | Arrival Time 09:10AM | Duration 15h15 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $125 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:10PM | Arrival Time 12:15PM | Duration 18h05 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $87 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:35PM | Arrival Time 12:05PM | Duration 17h30 | Departure days Tue, Sat | Cheapest price $89 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:55PM | Arrival Time 10:10AM | Duration 15h15 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $64 |
Operator RegioJet a.s. | Departure Time 07:40PM | Arrival Time 09:15AM | Duration 37h35 | Departure days Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $124 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:55PM | Arrival Time 11:10AM | Duration 15h15 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $93 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 04:15PM | Duration 19h45 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $78 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:30PM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 20h00 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $86 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:05PM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 19h25 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $86 |
Live departures
Cologne Bonn Airport to Bologna Airport bus times
The table below shows live departures for Cologne Bonn Airport to Bologna Airport buses for today, Sunday, May 31. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 (Amsterdam -> Prague) · (Prague -> Vienna) · (Prague -> Rome) | 7:40 PM Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2) | 37h35 | 9:15 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 2 transfers | |
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Overview: Bus from Cologne Bonn Airport to Bologna Airport
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Buses from Cologne Bonn Airport to Bologna Airport run on average 10 times per day, taking around 21h 28m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $62 (€50) but you can travel from only $21 (€17) by flight.
The earliest bus runs at 03:50, the last at 21:30. The fastest bus covers the 479 miles (771 km) distance in 15h 15m.
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.
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Cheapest alternative travel mode
Flight from $21 (€17)
Distance 479 miles (771 km) |
Average bus duration 21h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price $62 (€50) |
Buses per day 10 |
Fastest bus 15h 15m |
First bus 3:50 AM |
Last bus 9:30 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Fri |
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 $21 (€17)
Complete guide to Bologna Airport
Things to do in Bologna Airport
Discover the best of Bologna Airport — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Bologna Airport trip today.
- Recommended
Museo Ducati
Brand museum at Ducati headquarters near the airport, showcasing iconic motorcycles, racing history, and Italian industrial design.
- Recommended
MAMbo - Museo d'Arte Moderna di Bologna
Bologna's main modern art museum, known for contemporary exhibitions and a strong permanent collection in a former bakery complex.
- Must visit
Piazza Maggiore
Bologna's principal square, surrounded by major civic and religious landmarks, and the essential starting point for exploring the city.
- Must visit
Portico di San Luca
The famous porticoed route leading uphill to San Luca, ideal for a memorable walk and one of Bologna's most distinctive experiences.
- Recommended
Quadrilatero
Historic central district of narrow lanes, markets, and medieval urban fabric, now highly popular with visitors and social media creators.
Tagliatelle Al Ragù
Bologna’s signature pasta dish: fresh egg tagliatelle served with a slow-cooked meat ragù. It is one of the city’s most iconic traditional recipes.
Tortellini In Brodo
Small handmade pasta parcels filled with meat and served in rich capon or beef broth. A classic festive and deeply traditional Bolognese dish.
Lasagne Alla Bolognese
Layered pasta baked with ragù, béchamel, and Parmigiano Reggiano, often made with green spinach pasta sheets in Bologna.
Trattoria Di Via Serra
Well-known traditional trattoria praised for handmade pasta and classic Bolognese dishes in a warm, unfussy setting.
Sfoglia Rina
Popular casual spot in central Bologna known for fresh stuffed pasta, tagliatelle, and a lively atmosphere.
Ristorante Diana
Historic Bologna restaurant with elegant old-school service, especially known for tortellini, bollito, and classic regional cuisine.
Euro
Prices are moderate by Italian standards. Airport dining costs more than in the city, especially for snacks and coffee.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- EUR 8-15 for a sandwich or fast meal.
- Mid-range
- EUR 18-30 per person at a casual restaurant.
- Fine dining
- EUR 60+ per person at upscale restaurants.
- Coffee
- EUR 1.50-3 for espresso or cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Service is often included or covered by a coperto. Tipping is not required, but rounding up or leaving EUR 1-2 for good service is appreciated. In restaurants, 5-10% is generous.
Roger
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Prices
- Single ticket
- 1.50 EUR
- Day pass
- 6.00 EUR
To the city center
Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport -> Bologna Centrale
- Distance
- 6 km
- Travel time
- 7 min
- You can buy urban tickets in the Roger app, at ticket machines, and at authorized retailers before boarding.
- On many TPER buses, you can pay contactlessly with a card directly on board; validate only once per passenger.
FAQs: Bus from Cologne Bonn Airport to Bologna Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cologne Bonn Airport to Bologna Airport 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 Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Cheap bus tickets from Cologne Bonn Airport to Bologna Airport can start from as little as $62 (€50) when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for Cologne Bonn Airport to Bologna Airport is $106 (€85) ; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by bus from Cologne Bonn Airport to Bologna Airport is 15h 15m to travel the 479 miles (771 km) long journey. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest bus from Cologne Bonn Airport to Bologna Airport leaves at 3:50 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest bus from Cologne Bonn Airport to Bologna Airport leaves at 9:30 PM.
A trip to Bologna Airport from Cologne Bonn Airport is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 15h 15m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a bus from Cologne Bonn Airport to Bologna Airport is December.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Cologne Bonn Airport and Bologna Airport including taking a flight, bus, and train.
No, the bus from Cologne Bonn Airport to Bologna Airport has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the bus from Cologne Bonn Airport to Bologna Airport.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the bus from Cologne Bonn Airport to Bologna Airport.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the bus from Cologne Bonn Airport to Bologna Airport.
No, luggage for the bus from Cologne Bonn Airport to Bologna Airport needs to be booked in addition.
No, there are no additional luggage options for the bus from Cologne Bonn Airport to Bologna Airport.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the bus from Cologne Bonn Airport to Bologna Airport.
No, there are no USB plugs on board the bus from Cologne Bonn Airport to Bologna Airport.
No, there is no WiFi on board the bus from Cologne Bonn Airport to Bologna Airport.
Since both Cologne Bonn Airport and Bologna Airport are in the Schengen Area, a passport is not required for European Union (EU) or Schengen-associated country citizens. A national ID card is sufficient.
We recommend using the flight as it is the most popular way to get from Cologne Bonn Airport to Bologna Airport among Omio's users.
Italy uses the euro (EUR) as its currency. Travelers generally find it convenient to use cards for most payments, especially in cities and larger establishments, but carrying some cash is advisable for small shops, markets, and rural areas where card acceptance may be limited.
Pack lightweight, versatile clothing suitable for the destination's climate, and use secure, lockable luggage to protect belongings. Keep essential items like travel documents, medication, and valuables in a carry-on bag for easy access. Use packing organizers or cubes to maximize space and maintain order. Lastly, include a small first aid kit and personal hygiene items for added comfort during travel.
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