- Must visit
Pinacoteca Nazionale di Bologna
Major state gallery with important Emilian paintings from the 13th to 18th centuries, including works by Giotto, Raffaello, and the Carracci.
Cheapest price
$37
Average price
$208
Fastest journey
4 h 45 m
Average duration
4 h 45 m
Buses per day
28
Distance
302 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Ljubljana to Bologna is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ljubljana to Bologna will cost around $208 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $37.
Of the 28 buses that leave Ljubljana for Bologna on Tue, Jun 16, 21 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Jun 16 the direct buses cover the 302 km distance in an average of 4 h 45 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 45 m .
On Tue, Jun 16 the slowest buses will take 4 h 45 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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Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Ljubljana 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 bus which can get you there in 5h 40m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $21, and a flight costs an average of $197.
Distance: 187 miles (302 km)
Most popular Bus | Flight | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$34 Average price Cheapest | $506 Average price | $147 Average price | $129 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 10m Average total duration Fastest 5h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 45m Average total duration 8h 45m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 7h 58m Average total duration 7h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 30m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Ljubljana to Bologna:
A bus is $113 (€92) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Ljubljana to Bologna costing on average $147 (€119).
A bus is $472 (€383) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Ljubljana to Bologna costing on average $506 (€411).
Other travel options to Bologna take longer:
Train takes on average 7h 28m.
Flight takes on average 8h 45m.
Tickets start at around $34 (€28) compared to roughly $129 (€105) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $95 (€77). The journey takes 5h 40m versus 4h 30m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by FlixBus, Itabus, GoOpti, BlaBlaCar.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 12:00AM | Arrival Time 05:15AM | Duration 5h15 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $101 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 01:00AM | Arrival Time 06:15AM | Duration 5h15 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $101 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:10AM | Arrival Time 08:15AM | Duration 7h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 02:00AM | Arrival Time 06:45AM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $101 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 03:00AM | Arrival Time 08:15AM | Duration 5h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $101 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 04:00AM | Arrival Time 08:45AM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $101 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 05:00AM | Arrival Time 09:45AM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $254 |
Operator Nomago | Departure Time 05:00AM | Arrival Time 02:55PM | Duration 9h55 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:05AM | Arrival Time 11:35AM | Duration 6h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 05:45AM | Arrival Time 10:30AM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $101 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 11:15AM | Duration 5h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $101 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 06:25AM | Arrival Time 12:55PM | Duration 6h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator Nomago | Departure Time 06:45AM | Arrival Time 02:55PM | Duration 8h10 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 06:45AM | Arrival Time 11:30AM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $101 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 12:15PM | Duration 5h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $101 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 07:25AM | Arrival Time 01:55PM | Duration 6h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator Nomago | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 02:55PM | Duration 7h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 01:15PM | Duration 5h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $101 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 08:25AM | Arrival Time 02:55PM | Duration 6h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 01:45PM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $101 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 09:15AM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $74 |
Operator Nomago | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 04:55PM | Duration 7h25 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 03:15PM | Duration 5h15 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $101 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 04:15PM | Duration 5h15 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $101 |
Operator Nomago | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 12:10AM | Duration 12h40 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 04:45PM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $101 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:10PM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 7h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 06:15PM | Duration 5h15 | Departure days Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $251 |
Operator Nomago | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 01:45AM | Duration 11h45 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 07:15PM | Duration 5h15 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $251 |
Operator Nomago | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 12:10AM | Duration 9h40 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 08:15PM | Duration 5h15 | Departure days Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $249 |
Operator Nomago | Departure Time 03:10PM | Arrival Time 12:10AM | Duration 9h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 08:45PM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $249 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 09:45PM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $249 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 10:45PM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $249 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:40PM | Arrival Time 12:45AM | Duration 6h05 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 11:45PM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $248 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 07:15PM | Arrival Time 12:00AM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $101 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 12:15AM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $101 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:40PM | Arrival Time 01:45AM | Duration 6h05 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 12:45AM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $101 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:40PM | Arrival Time 02:45AM | Duration 6h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 02:15AM | Duration 5h15 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $101 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:15PM | Arrival Time 02:15AM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 03:15AM | Duration 5h15 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $101 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:15PM | Arrival Time 03:15AM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 10:45PM | Arrival Time 03:30AM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $90 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 04:15AM | Duration 5h15 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $90 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:15PM | Arrival Time 04:15AM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $32 |
The table below shows live departures for Ljubljana to Bologna buses for today, Monday, June 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 4:00 AM Ljubljana, Gosposvetska | 4h45 | 8:45 AM Bologna, Aeroporto di Bologna | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:00 AM Ljubljana, Gosposvetska | 5h15 | 9:15 AM Bologna, Piazza Franklin Delano Roosevelt | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:00 AM Ljubljana, Gosposvetska | 4h45 | 9:45 AM Bologna, Aeroporto di Bologna | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:00 AM Ljubljana, Gosposvetska | 5h15 | 10:15 AM Bologna, Piazza Franklin Delano Roosevelt | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:05 AM Ljubljana, Avtobusna Postaja | 6h30 | 11:35 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:00 AM Ljubljana, Gosposvetska | 4h45 | 10:45 AM Bologna, Aeroporto di Bologna | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:00 AM Ljubljana, Gosposvetska | 5h15 | 11:15 AM Bologna, Piazza Franklin Delano Roosevelt | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:00 AM Ljubljana, Gosposvetska | 4h45 | 11:45 AM Bologna, Aeroporto di Bologna | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:00 AM Ljubljana, Gosposvetska | 5h15 | 12:15 PM Bologna, Piazza Franklin Delano Roosevelt | 0 transfersDirect | |
+ 2797 | 7:30 AM Ljubljana, Avtobusna Postaja | 7h25 | 2:55 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1 transfer | |
+ 2797 | 7:30 AM Ljubljana, Avtobusna Postaja | 7h25 | 2:55 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1 transfer | |
+ 2795 | 7:30 AM Ljubljana, Avtobusna Postaja | 9h25 | 4:55 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 8:00 AM Ljubljana, Gosposvetska | 4h45 | 12:45 PM Bologna, Aeroporto di Bologna | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:00 AM Ljubljana, Gosposvetska | 5h15 | 1:15 PM Bologna, Piazza Franklin Delano Roosevelt | 0 transfersDirect | |
2797 | 8:25 AM Ljubljana, Avtobusna Postaja | 6h30 | 2:55 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:00 AM Ljubljana, Gosposvetska | 4h45 | 1:45 PM Bologna, Aeroporto di Bologna | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:00 AM Ljubljana, Gosposvetska | 5h15 | 2:15 PM Bologna, Piazza Franklin Delano Roosevelt | 0 transfersDirect | |
+ 2795 | 9:30 AM Ljubljana, Avtobusna Postaja | 7h25 | 4:55 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1 transfer | |
+ 2795 | 9:30 AM Ljubljana, Avtobusna Postaja | 7h25 | 4:55 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 10:00 AM Ljubljana, Gosposvetska | 4h45 | 2:45 PM Bologna, Aeroporto di Bologna | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:00 AM Ljubljana, Gosposvetska | 5h15 | 3:15 PM Bologna, Piazza Franklin Delano Roosevelt | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:00 AM Ljubljana, Gosposvetska | 4h45 | 3:45 PM Bologna, Aeroporto di Bologna | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:00 AM Ljubljana, Gosposvetska | 5h15 | 4:15 PM Bologna, Piazza Franklin Delano Roosevelt | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:00 PM Ljubljana, Gosposvetska | 4h45 | 4:45 PM Bologna, Aeroporto di Bologna | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:00 PM Ljubljana, Gosposvetska | 5h15 | 5:15 PM Bologna, Piazza Franklin Delano Roosevelt | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 12:10 PM Ljubljana, Avtobusna Postaja | 7h20 | 7:30 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:15 PM Ljubljana, Gosposvetska | 4h45 | 12:00 AM Bologna, Aeroporto di Bologna | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:15 PM Ljubljana, Gosposvetska | 5h15 | 12:30 AM Bologna, Piazza Franklin Delano Roosevelt | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:00 PM Ljubljana, Gosposvetska | 4h45 | 12:45 AM Bologna, Aeroporto di Bologna | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:00 PM Ljubljana, Gosposvetska | 5h15 | 1:15 AM Bologna, Piazza Franklin Delano Roosevelt | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:40 PM Ljubljana, Avtobusna Postaja | 6h05 | 2:45 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:00 PM Ljubljana, Gosposvetska | 4h45 | 1:45 AM Bologna, Aeroporto di Bologna | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:00 PM Ljubljana, Gosposvetska | 5h15 | 2:15 AM Bologna, Piazza Franklin Delano Roosevelt | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:00 PM Ljubljana, Gosposvetska | 4h45 | 2:45 AM Bologna, Aeroporto di Bologna | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:00 PM Ljubljana, Gosposvetska | 5h15 | 3:15 AM Bologna, Piazza Franklin Delano Roosevelt | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:00 PM Ljubljana, Gosposvetska | 4h45 | 3:45 AM Bologna, Aeroporto di Bologna | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:00 PM Ljubljana, Gosposvetska | 5h15 | 4:15 AM Bologna, Piazza Franklin Delano Roosevelt | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:15 PM Ljubljana, Avtobusna Postaja | 5h00 | 4:15 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Tuesday, June 16 | |||||
FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:10 AM Ljubljana, Avtobusna Postaja | 7h05 | 8:15 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 2:00 AM Ljubljana, Gosposvetska | 5h15 | 7:15 AM Bologna, Piazza Franklin Delano Roosevelt | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:00 AM Ljubljana, Gosposvetska | 4h45 | 6:45 AM Bologna, Aeroporto di Bologna | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:00 AM Ljubljana, Gosposvetska | 4h45 | 7:45 AM Bologna, Aeroporto di Bologna | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:00 AM Ljubljana, Gosposvetska | 5h15 | 8:15 AM Bologna, Piazza Franklin Delano Roosevelt | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Ljubljana to Bologna run on average 26 times per day, taking around 5h 40m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $21 (€17) if you book in advance.
There are 24 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 187 miles (302 km) distance in 5h 0m.
Distance 187 miles (302 km) |
Average bus duration 5h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price $21 (€17) |
Buses per day 26 |
Direct buses 24 |
Fastest bus 5h 0m |
First bus 12:05 AM |
Last bus 11:55 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.
Major state gallery with important Emilian paintings from the 13th to 18th centuries, including works by Giotto, Raffaello, and the Carracci.
Bologna's leading modern and contemporary art museum, known for rotating exhibitions and the Morandi collection.
Important archaeological museum with Egyptian, Etruscan, Greek, and Roman collections in a historic palazzo near Piazza Maggiore.
Bologna's main square and social heart, surrounded by major civic buildings and a natural starting point for exploring the historic center.
Historic central district of narrow lanes behind Piazza Maggiore, popular for its atmosphere, old shops, and lively street scenes.
Famous porticoed route climbing from the city to San Luca, ideal for a memorable walk and one of Bologna's defining urban experiences.
Fresh egg tagliatelle served with Bologna’s classic slow-cooked meat ragù. It is one of the city’s signature dishes and a benchmark of traditional home cooking.
Small ring-shaped pasta filled with meat, traditionally served in rich capon or beef broth. It is a festive Bolognese specialty closely tied to local culinary identity.
Layered pasta baked with ragù, béchamel, and Parmigiano Reggiano, often made with green spinach pasta sheets. It is a classic Sunday and holiday dish in Bologna.
Respected modern trattoria focused on high-quality regional ingredients, excellent pasta, and carefully prepared traditional Emilian dishes.
Well-known pasta shop and eatery specializing in fresh handmade stuffed pasta and traditional sauces, ideal for an informal authentic meal.
Historic Bolognese trattoria known for handmade pasta, tortellini, and other classic local dishes in a warm, traditional setting.
Moderate for Italy: budget eats are reasonable, while central hotels and fine dining cost more.
Service is often included or covered by coperto. Tipping is not required; round up or leave EUR 1-5 for good service. Taxis can be rounded up.
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