The cheapest and fastest buses from Frankfurt am Main to Bologna
Cheapest price
$77
Average price
$123
Fastest journey
12 h 40 m
Average duration
13 h 42 m
Buses per day
18
Distance
656 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Bologna is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Bologna will cost around $123 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $77.
Of the 18 buses that leave Frankfurt am Main for Bologna on Sun, Nov 30, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Nov 30 the direct buses cover the 656 km distance in an average of 13 h 42 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 12 h 40 m .
On Sun, Nov 30 the slowest buses will take 14 h 25 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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Compare train, bus, and flight for Frankfurt am Main to Bologna
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Frankfurt am Main to Bologna among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €42. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 16m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 0.7 - 1.6kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €42, and a flight costs an average of €111.
Distance: 407 miles (656 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€77 Average price Cheapest | €199 Average price | €243 Average price |
18h 11m Average total duration 17h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 41m Average total duration 10h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 16m Average total duration Fastest 2h 16m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.7 - 1.6kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions | 2.0 - 3.9kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Frankfurt am Main to Bologna Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:45AM | Arrival Time 03:30PM | Duration 14h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $84 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:05AM | Arrival Time 03:30PM | Duration 14h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $86 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:50AM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 17h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $75 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:35AM | Arrival Time 11:00PM | Duration 18h25 | Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $73 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 06:15AM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 14h45 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $190 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:15AM | Arrival Time 09:30PM | Duration 14h15 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $82 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 11:20PM | Duration 15h50 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $72 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:45AM | Arrival Time 11:00PM | Duration 15h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $77 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 12:50AM | Duration 15h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $93 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:50AM | Arrival Time 03:45AM | Duration 16h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $73 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 02:55PM | Duration 26h55 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $115 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:15PM | Arrival Time 07:30AM | Duration 17h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $75 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:45PM | Arrival Time 03:45AM | Duration 13h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $64 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:55PM | Arrival Time 08:25AM | Duration 16h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $73 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:34PM | Arrival Time 09:35AM | Duration 16h01 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $99 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:45PM | Arrival Time 08:25AM | Duration 14h40 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $61 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:36PM | Arrival Time 01:10PM | Duration 17h34 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $70 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 10:40AM | Duration 14h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $72 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:35PM | Arrival Time 03:50PM | Duration 19h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $73 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:15PM | Arrival Time 03:40PM | Duration 18h25 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $75 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:20PM | Arrival Time 01:10PM | Duration 15h50 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $94 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:30PM | Arrival Time 11:10AM | Duration 12h40 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $61 |
Live departures
Frankfurt am Main to Bologna bus times
The table below shows live departures for Frankfurt am Main to Bologna buses for today, Saturday, November 29. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:15 AM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 14h15 | 8:30 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1 transfer | |
254 · 049 | 6:30 AM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 15h50 | 10:20 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:45 AM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 15h15 | 10:00 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:50 AM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 16h55 | 2:45 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:15 PM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 16h30 | 5:45 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 1:45 PM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 13h00 | 2:45 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:55 PM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 16h30 | 7:25 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1 transfer | |
FlixTrain+ FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:34 PM Frankfurt South station | 16h01 | 8:35 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus | 4:45 PM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 14h40 | 7:25 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixTrain+ FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:36 PM Frankfurt South station | 16h24 | 11:00 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:30 PM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 14h10 | 9:40 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:35 PM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 17h40 | 1:15 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:20 PM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 15h50 | 12:10 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:45 PM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 14h45 | 2:30 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1 transfer | |
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:05 AM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 14h25 | 2:30 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:50 AM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 17h10 | 7:00 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:35 AM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 16h30 | 8:05 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 5:15 AM Frankfurt am Main, Hauptbahnhof | 14h45 | 8:00 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Frankfurt am Main to Bologna
Buses from Frankfurt am Main to Bologna run on average 11 times per day, taking around 17h 41m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $52 (€42) if you book in advance.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:45, the last at 23:30. The fastest bus covers the 407 miles (656 km) distance in 12h 40m.
Distance 407 miles (656 km) |
Average bus duration 17h 41m |
Cheapest ticket price $52 (€42) |
Buses per day 11 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 12h 40m |
First bus 00:45 |
Last bus 23:30 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, Infobus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Marino Autolinee from Frankfurt am Main to BolognaYou can travel by bus between Frankfurt am Main to Bologna with FlixBus, Infobus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Marino Autolinee for as low as $52 (€42). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Frankfurt am Main to Bologna
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Frankfurt am Main 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.

Passengers board the bus most frequently from Frankfurt am Main, Hauptbahnhof Fernbusse, which is located around 1.9 miles (3 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the bus at Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre), located 1.4 miles (2.2 km) away from the city centre.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Infobus
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Transport for wheelchairs and mobility aids.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating options.
- Piazza Maggiore, a central square surrounded by historic buildings and a hub for local events
- Two Towers, iconic medieval towers offering panoramic views of the city
- Basilica di San Petronio, a grand Gothic church known for its unfinished facade and impressive interior
- Archiginnasio of Bologna, a historic university building with a stunning anatomical theater and library
- Santo Stefano, a complex of religious buildings known as the Seven Churches with unique architectural features.
- Piazza Maggiore, the central square surrounded by historic buildings and lively cafes
- Two Towers, iconic medieval towers offering panoramic views of the city
- Basilica di San Petronio, a grand church with impressive architecture and art
- Archiginnasio of Bologna, a historic university building with a stunning anatomical theater
- Mercato di Mezzo, a bustling market offering local delicacies and fresh produce.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Infobus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may incur a fee.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a refund in the form of a voucher.
To find the cheapest bus tickets for your trip from Frankfurt am Main to Bologna, follow these tips:
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- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Infobus
- One carry-on bag up to 5kg (40x20x25) and one checked bag up to 20kg (50x30x80).
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Infobus
- 10€ per additional bag.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- Guide dogs travel for free.
- Infobus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- Larger pets may require a separate ticket.
- Marino Autolinee
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- Larger pets must be leashed and muzzled.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Frankfurt am Main to Bologna
- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- McDonald's (in the station)
- Hausmann's (in the station).
- Available outside the terminal at designated taxi stands.
- Elevators, ramps, assistance
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 61, 62, 77 Train: S8, S9
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Bakery & Café (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station)
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 61, 78 Train: S3, S4, S5, S6 Tram: 15, 16
- 05:30-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Autostazione (in the station)
- Trattoria del Rosso (0.5 km)
- Osteria Broccaindosso (0.7 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 11, 21, 25, 30 Train: Bologna Centrale
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