- 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
$43
Average price
$78
Fastest journey
10 h 23 m
Average duration
12 h 3 m
Buses per day
15
Distance
769 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Crotone to Bologna is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Crotone to Bologna will cost around $78 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $43.
Of the 15 buses that leave Crotone for Bologna on Tue, Aug 04, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Aug 04 the direct buses cover the 769 km distance in an average of 12 h 3 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 10 h 23 m .
On Tue, Aug 04 the slowest buses will take 13 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.
1482 · 3888
1482 · 3898
FlixBus · FlixBus
FlixBus · FlixBus
FlixBus · FlixBus
FRECCIAROSSA 9642+
Busitalia B022
FRECCIAROSSA 9508+
Busitalia B020
FRECCIAROSSA 8828+
Busitalia B028
FlixBus
052Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Crotone to Bologna among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $21. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 38m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $21, and a flight costs an average of $25.
Distance: 477 miles (769 km)
Most popular Bus | Flight | Train |
|---|---|---|
$45 Average price Cheapest | $128 Average price | $101 Average price |
13h 49m Average total duration 13h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 38m Average total duration Fastest 1h 38m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 11h 17m Average total duration 10h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Crotone to Bologna:
A bus is $55 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Crotone to Bologna costing on average $101.
A bus is $83 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Crotone to Bologna costing on average $128.
Other travel options to Bologna take longer:
Train takes on average 10h 47m.
Bus takes on average 13h 19m.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Frecciarossa | Departure Time 06:30AM | Arrival Time 04:53PM | Duration 10h23 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $113 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:40AM | Arrival Time 10:10PM | Duration 15h30 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $60 |
Operator Frecciarossa | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 08:15PM | Duration 12h15 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $102 |
Operator OneBus | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 01:00AM | Duration 15h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $86 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 10:25AM | Arrival Time 02:45AM | Duration 16h20 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:55AM | Arrival Time 03:55AM | Duration 16h00 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $59 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 02:40PM | Arrival Time 03:50AM | Duration 13h10 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $75 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:55PM | Arrival Time 07:55AM | Duration 17h00 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $55 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 03:15PM | Arrival Time 05:20AM | Duration 14h05 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $65 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:20PM | Arrival Time 06:00AM | Duration 12h40 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $60 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:05PM | Arrival Time 09:40AM | Duration 14h35 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $56 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 08:40PM | Arrival Time 10:30AM | Duration 13h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $64 |
Operator Frecciarossa | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 08:33AM | Duration 11h33 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $81 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 09:40PM | Arrival Time 01:15PM | Duration 15h35 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:45PM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 15h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $55 |
The table below shows live departures for Crotone to Bologna buses for today, Monday, August 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1422 · 2126 | 9:40 PM Crotone, Piazzale Nettuno | 15h35 | 1:15 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:45 PM Crotone, Terminal Autolinee Romano | 15h45 | 1:30 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1 transfer | |
| Tuesday, August 4 | |||||
Busitalia B022+ FRECCIAROSSA 9642 | 6:30 AM Crotone | 10h23 | 4:53 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 6:40 AM Crotone, Terminal Autolinee Romano | 15h30 | 10:10 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Busitalia B028+ FRECCIAROSSA 8828 | 8:00 AM Crotone | 12h15 | 8:15 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
1482 · 3888 | 10:25 AM Crotone, Piazzale Nettuno | 16h20 | 2:45 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1 transfer | |
1482 · 3898 | 10:25 AM Crotone, Piazzale Nettuno | 16h00 | 2:25 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:55 AM Crotone, Terminal Autolinee Romano | 16h00 | 3:55 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1 transfer | |
052 | 2:40 PM Crotone, Terminal Autolinee Romano | 13h10 | 3:50 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:55 PM Crotone, Terminal Autolinee Romano | 17h00 | 7:55 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:55 PM Crotone, Terminal Autolinee Romano | 13h50 | 4:45 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1 transfer | |
2418 | 3:15 PM Crotone, Piazzale Nettuno | 14h05 | 5:20 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:20 PM Crotone, Terminal Autolinee Romano | 12h55 | 6:15 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:05 PM Crotone, Terminal Autolinee Romano | 14h35 | 9:40 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1 transfer | |
109 | 8:40 PM Crotone, Terminal Autolinee Romano | 13h50 | 10:30 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Busitalia B020+ FRECCIAROSSA 9508 | 9:00 PM Crotone | 11h33 | 8:33 AM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Crotone to Bologna run on average 15 times per day, taking around 13h 19m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $21 if you book in advance.
There are 5 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:01, the last at 23:54. The fastest bus covers the 477 miles (769 km) distance in 12h 40m.
Distance 477 miles (769 km) |
Average bus duration 13h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price $21 |
Buses per day 15 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 12h 40m |
First bus 12:01 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 Crotone 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 Crotone to Bologna buses use the Crotone, Terminal Autolinee Romano to Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) station pair. Use this guide to compare Crotone 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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