- Must visit
Pinacoteca Nazionale di Bologna
Major art museum with important Emilian paintings from the 13th to 18th centuries, including works by Giotto, Raphael, and the Carracci.
Cheapest price
$10
Average price
$10
Fastest journey
1 h 25 m
Average duration
1 h 30 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
86 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Mantua to Bologna is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Mantua to Bologna will cost around $10 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $10.
Of the 3 buses that leave Mantua for Bologna on Mon, Jun 01, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Jun 01 the direct buses cover the 86 km distance in an average of 1 h 30 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 25 m .
On Mon, Jun 01 the slowest buses will take 1 h 40 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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203
FlixBus
FlixBus
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203Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Mantua to Bologna among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 27m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $5, and a train costs an average of $11.
Distance: 53 miles (86 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$9 Average price Cheapest | $12 Average price | $32 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 17m Average total duration 1h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 57m Average total duration Fastest 1h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 19m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Mantua to Bologna:
A bus is $3 (€2) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Mantua to Bologna costing on average $12 (€9).
Other travel options to Bologna take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 47m.
Tickets start at around $9 (€7) compared to roughly $32 (€26) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $23 (€19). The journey takes 1h 47m versus 1h 19m 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 Marino Autolinee, FlixBus, 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 BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:30AM | Arrival Time 01:50AM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:30AM | Arrival Time 06:30AM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Tue, Sun | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:35AM | Arrival Time 08:20AM | Duration 3h45 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:30AM | Arrival Time 07:40AM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 08:30AM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 09:40AM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 09:20AM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Tue, Sun | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:20AM | Arrival Time 09:10AM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 09:30AM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 10:00AM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:20AM | Arrival Time 10:20AM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 09:50AM | Arrival Time 11:30AM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:40AM | Arrival Time 11:40AM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 12:00PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:10AM | Arrival Time 12:10PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:50PM | Arrival Time 02:50PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 03:10PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:15PM | Arrival Time 03:40PM | Duration 1h25 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:35PM | Arrival Time 08:25PM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Tue, Sun | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:40PM | Arrival Time 05:20PM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:10PM | Arrival Time 05:20PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 05:40PM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 10:15PM | Duration 5h15 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 07:20PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:10PM | Arrival Time 07:10PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:20PM | Arrival Time 07:40PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 07:20PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:10PM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:10PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 09:55PM | Arrival Time 11:20PM | Duration 1h25 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $10 |
The table below shows live departures for Mantua to Bologna buses for tomorrow, Monday, June 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
203 | 9:50 AM Mantua, Strada Cipata (Parcheggio Campo Canoa) | 1h40 | 11:30 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:15 PM Mantua, Strada Cipata (Parcheggio Campo Canoa) | 1h25 | 3:40 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
073 | 9:55 PM Mantova, Piazza Don Eugenio Leoni (FS) | 1h25 | 11:20 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Mantua to Bologna run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 47m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $5 (€4) if you book in advance.
There are 6 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 01:30, the last at 23:54. The fastest bus covers the 53 miles (86 km) distance in 1h 25m.
Distance 53 miles (86 km) |
Average bus duration 1h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price $5 (€4) |
Buses per day 7 |
Direct buses 6 |
Fastest bus 1h 25m |
First bus 1:30 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.
Major art museum with important Emilian paintings from the 13th to 18th centuries, including works by Giotto, Raphael, 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 central building.
Bologna’s main square and social heart, surrounded by major historic buildings and lively throughout the day.
Famous covered walkway climbing toward San Luca, ideal for a scenic walk and one of Bologna’s defining urban features.
Historic central district of narrow lanes near Piazza Maggiore, valued for atmosphere, porticoes, and classic Bologna street life.
Fresh egg tagliatelle served with Bologna’s classic slow-cooked meat ragù. It is one of the city’s signature dishes and more traditional than spaghetti bolognese.
Small ring-shaped pasta filled with meat and served in rich capon or beef broth. A deeply traditional Bolognese dish, especially associated with festive meals.
Layered pasta made with green spinach sheets, ragù, béchamel, and Parmigiano Reggiano. It is a classic Sunday and holiday dish in Bologna.
Well-known pasta shop and eatery specializing in fresh stuffed pasta, tagliatelle, and quick traditional lunches in a central informal space.
Elegant fine dining restaurant in a historic setting, known for refined Emilian cuisine and tasting menus with polished service.
Historic traditional trattoria known for handmade pasta, tortellini, and classic Bolognese dishes in a warm, old-school setting.
Moderate for Italy: food and coffee are reasonable, while central hotels cost more in peak season.
Service is usually included or covered by coperto. Tipping is not required, but rounding up or leaving 5-10% for great service is appreciated; small change for taxis is enough.
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