The cheapest and fastest buses from Ljubljana to Bologna
Cheapest price
$34
Average price
$50
Fastest journey
5 h
Average duration
6 h 17 m
Buses per day
11
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 $50 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $34.
Of the 11 buses that leave Ljubljana for Bologna on Thu, Nov 27, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Nov 27 the direct buses cover the 302 km distance in an average of 6 h 17 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h .
On Thu, Nov 27 the slowest buses will take 6 h 55 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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2791Ljubljana to Bologna Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 12:00AM | Arrival Time 04:45AM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $118 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 01:00AM | Arrival Time 05:45AM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $118 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:10AM | Arrival Time 08:15AM | Duration 7h05 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 02:00AM | Arrival Time 06:45AM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $118 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 03:00AM | Arrival Time 07:45AM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $118 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 04:00AM | Arrival Time 08:45AM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $502 |
Operator TripstAir | Departure Time 04:00AM | Arrival Time 02:55PM | Duration 10h55 | Departure days Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 05:00AM | Arrival Time 09:45AM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $463 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:05AM | Arrival Time 11:35AM | Duration 6h30 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 10:45AM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $463 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 11:45AM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $462 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 12:45PM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $462 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 08:25AM | Arrival Time 02:55PM | Duration 6h30 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 01:45PM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $462 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 02:45PM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $462 |
Operator TripstAir | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 05:55PM | Duration 6h55 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 03:45PM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $460 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 04:45PM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $460 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:10PM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 7h20 | Departure days Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 05:45PM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $460 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 06:45PM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $458 |
Operator TripstAir | Departure Time 02:15PM | Arrival Time 01:45AM | Duration 11h30 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $56 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:35PM | Arrival Time 09:05PM | Duration 6h30 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $55 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 07:45PM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $458 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 11:45PM | Duration 7h45 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $60 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 08:45PM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $458 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 09:45PM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $457 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 10:45PM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $457 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 06:50PM | Arrival Time 01:45AM | Duration 6h55 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 11:45PM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $457 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 12:45AM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $457 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:40PM | Arrival Time 02:45AM | Duration 6h05 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 01:45AM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $456 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 02:45AM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $456 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 03:45AM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $456 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:15PM | Arrival Time 04:15AM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $31 |
Live departures
Ljubljana to Bologna bus times
The table below shows live departures for Ljubljana to Bologna buses for today, Wednesday, November 26. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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+ 2791 | 1:15 PM Ljubljana, Avtobusna Postaja | 11h30 | 12:45 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:35 PM Ljubljana, Avtobusna Postaja | 6h30 | 8:05 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:00 PM Ljubljana, Avtobusna Postaja | 7h45 | 10:45 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1 transfer | |
2791 | 5:50 PM Ljubljana, Avtobusna Postaja | 6h55 | 12:45 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:40 PM Ljubljana, Avtobusna Postaja | 6h05 | 1:45 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:10 AM Ljubljana, Avtobusna Postaja | 7h05 | 7:15 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1 transfer | |
+ 2797 | 3:00 AM Ljubljana, Avtobusna Postaja | 10h55 | 1:55 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1 transfer | |
+ 2723 | 3:00 AM Ljubljana, Avtobusna Postaja | 7h15 | 10:15 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1 transfer | |
+ 2705 | 3:00 AM Ljubljana, Avtobusna Postaja | 13h55 | 4:55 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1 transfer | |
2797 | 7:25 AM Ljubljana, Avtobusna Postaja | 6h30 | 1:55 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
+ 2705 | 10:00 AM Ljubljana, Avtobusna Postaja | 6h55 | 4:55 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Ljubljana to Bologna
Buses from Ljubljana to Bologna run on average 31 times per day, taking around 5h 39m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $25 (€20) if you book in advance.
There are 30 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:02, 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 39m |
Cheapest ticket price $25 (€20) |
Buses per day 31 |
Direct buses 30 |
Fastest bus 5h 0m |
First bus 00:02 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: GoOpti, FlixBus, Itabus, BlaBlaCar, TripstAir from Ljubljana to BolognaYou can travel by bus between Ljubljana to Bologna with GoOpti, FlixBus, Itabus, BlaBlaCar, TripstAir for as low as $25 (€20). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Ljubljana to Bologna
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ljubljana 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 Ljubljana, Avtobusna Postaja, which is located around 1.2 miles (1.9 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.
- GoOpti
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Transport for wheelchairs and mobility aids.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Itabus
- Assistance
- Dedicated seating areas
- Accessible restrooms.
- 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.
- GoOpti
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Cancellations less than 24 hours before departure are non-refundable.
- 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.
- Itabus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
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- GoOpti
- One carry-on bag up to 8kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Itabus
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
- GoOpti
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Itabus
- 5€ per additional bag.
- GoOpti
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- Additional fee may apply.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- Guide dogs travel for free.
- Itabus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- Larger pets must be leashed and muzzled.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Ljubljana to Bologna
- 05:00-22:30
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Fast Food (in the station)
- Bakery Delight (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 2, 9, 27 Train: Ljubljana Railway Station
- 05:00-23:30
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside the arrivals area.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 54, 81, 91
- 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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