- Must visit
Pinacoteca Nazionale di Bologna
Major fine arts museum with important works from the Bolognese school, including Giotto, Raphael, Perugino, and the Carracci.
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Gatteo A Mare to Bologna Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $26. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 15m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $26, and a train costs an average of $30.
Distance: 62 miles (100 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$29 Average price Cheapest | $30 Average price | $24 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 45m Average total duration Fastest 1h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 21m Average total duration 1h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 13m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Gatteo A Mare to Bologna Airport:
A bus is $0.43 (€0.35) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Gatteo A Mare to Bologna Airport costing on average $30 (€24).
Other travel options to Bologna Airport take longer:
Train takes on average 1h 51m.
You'll arrive about -1h -2m sooner (1h 15m by bus vs 1h 13m by car) and save roughly $-5.89 (€-4.74) compared to fuel and tolls ($29 (€24) vs $24 (€19)). You also skip the drive itself — no traffic stress, no parking, and you can use the time to work, nap, or catch up on a series with the onboard Wi-Fi.
Direct coaches are operated by Air Italy Shuttle.
Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 05:50AM | Arrival Time 07:15AM | Duration 1h25 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 01:15PM | Arrival Time 02:50PM | Duration 1h35 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 02:15PM | Arrival Time 03:50PM | Duration 1h35 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:20PM | Arrival Time 04:30PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:20PM | Arrival Time 06:10PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:40PM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $12 |
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Buses from Gatteo A Mare to Bologna Airport run on average 18 times per day, taking around 1h 15m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $26 (€21) if you book in advance.
There are 18 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 13:15, the last at 13:15. The fastest bus covers the 62 miles (100 km) distance in 1h 35m.
Distance 62 miles (100 km) |
Average bus duration 1h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price $26 (€21) |
Buses per day 18 |
Direct buses 18 |
Fastest bus 1h 35m |
First bus 1:15 PM |
Last bus 1:15 PM |
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Cheapest Day Wed |
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Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Major fine arts museum with important works from the Bolognese school, including Giotto, Raphael, Perugino, and the Carracci.
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Bologna's main modern art museum, known for contemporary exhibitions and a strong permanent collection in a former bakery complex.
Bologna's principal square, surrounded by major civic and religious landmarks, and the essential starting point for exploring the city.
The famous porticoed route leading uphill to San Luca, ideal for a memorable walk and one of Bologna's most distinctive experiences.
Historic central district of narrow lanes, markets, and medieval urban fabric, now highly popular with visitors and social media creators.
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.
Small handmade pasta parcels filled with meat and served in rich capon or beef broth. A classic festive and deeply traditional Bolognese dish.
Layered pasta baked with ragù, béchamel, and Parmigiano Reggiano, often made with green spinach pasta sheets in Bologna.
Well-known traditional trattoria praised for handmade pasta and classic Bolognese dishes in a warm, unfussy setting.
Popular casual spot in central Bologna known for fresh stuffed pasta, tagliatelle, and a lively atmosphere.
Historic Bologna restaurant with elegant old-school service, especially known for tortellini, bollito, and classic regional cuisine.
Prices are moderate by Italian standards. Airport dining costs more than in the city, especially for snacks and coffee.
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.
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Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport -> Bologna Centrale
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