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Pinacoteca Nazionale di Bologna
The city’s main fine arts museum, known for important Emilian paintings from the 13th to 18th centuries, including works by Giotto, Raphael and the Carracci.
Cheapest price
$56
Average price
$56
Fastest journey
16 h 56 m
Average duration
16 h 56 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
730 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Nardò to Bologna is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nardò to Bologna will cost around $56 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $56.
Of the 1 buses that leave Nardò for Bologna on Sun, Jun 21, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 21 the direct buses cover the 730 km distance in an average of 16 h 56 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 16 h 56 m .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest buses will take 16 h 56 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.


Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Nardò to Bologna 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 flight which can get you there in 2h 20m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $26, and a flight costs an average of $28.
Distance: 453 miles (730 km)
Most popular Bus | Flight | Train |
|---|---|---|
$45 Average price Cheapest | $102 Average price | $75 Average price |
11h 57m Average total duration 11h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 20m Average total duration Fastest 2h 20m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 11h 43m Average total duration 11h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Nardò to Bologna:
A bus is $30 (€24) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Nardò to Bologna costing on average $75 (€61).
A bus is $57 (€46) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Nardò to Bologna costing on average $102 (€83).
Other travel options to Bologna take longer:
Train takes on average 11h 13m.
Bus takes on average 11h 27m.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 04:45AM | Duration 20h15 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $95 |
Operator Ferrovie del Sud Est e Servizi Automobilistici S.r.l. | Departure Time 01:25PM | Arrival Time 04:45AM | Duration 15h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $95 |
Operator Ferrovie del Sud Est e Servizi Automobilistici S.r.l. | Departure Time 04:10PM | Arrival Time 04:45AM | Duration 12h35 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $95 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 06:19PM | Arrival Time 11:15AM | Duration 16h56 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 07:19PM | Arrival Time 12:15PM | Duration 16h56 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator Ferrovie del Sud Est e Servizi Automobilistici S.r.l. | Departure Time 07:40PM | Arrival Time 05:15PM | Duration 21h35 | Departure days Wed, Sat | Cheapest price $95 |
The table below shows live departures for Nardò to Bologna buses for tomorrow, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:19 PM Nardò | 16h56 | 11:15 AM Bologna | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Nardò to Bologna run on average 10 times per day, taking around 11h 27m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $26 (€21) if you book in advance.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:10, the last at 23:54. The fastest bus covers the 453 miles (730 km) distance in 16h 56m.
Distance 453 miles (730 km) |
Average bus duration 11h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price $26 (€21) |
Buses per day 10 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 16h 56m |
First bus 12:10 AM |
Last bus 11:54 PM |
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The city’s main fine arts museum, known for important Emilian paintings from the 13th to 18th centuries, including works by Giotto, Raphael and the Carracci.
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The world-famous covered walkway leading toward the San Luca sanctuary, popular for scenic walks, photography and local tradition.
One of the city’s most elegant and photogenic squares, fronting the Santo Stefano complex and loved for its atmospheric character.
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Moderate by Italian standards: food and coffee are reasonable, while central hotels cost more in peak season.
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