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Pinacoteca Nazionale di Bologna
Leading city museum with major Italian paintings from the Middle Ages to modern times, essential for understanding Bologna's art history.
Cheapest price on Oct 30
DKK 239
Average ticket price on Oct 30
DKK 479
Fastest journey on Oct 30
6 h 50 m
Average journey duration on Oct 30
8 h 7 m
Buses on Oct 30
7
Distance
337 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Nice to Bologna is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nice to Bologna will cost around DKK 479 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only DKK 239.
On Fri, Oct 30, we found 7 buses from Nice to Bologna, including 2 direct services.
On Fri, Oct 30 the direct buses cover the 337 km distance in an average of 8 h 7 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 50 m .
On Fri, Oct 30 the slowest buses will take 9 h 15 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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Buses from Nice to Bologna run on average 7 times per day, taking around 7h 45m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at DKK 144 but you can travel from only DKK 79 by train.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:20, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 209 miles (337 km) distance in 6h 5m.
Distance 209 miles (337 km) |
Average bus duration 7h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price DKK 144 |
Buses per day 7 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 6h 5m |
First bus 12:20 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
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Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 42 days |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Nice to Bologna.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:20AM | Arrival Time 02:35PM | Duration 9h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price DKK 323 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 04:50PM | Duration 8h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price DKK 323 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:50AM | Arrival Time 06:15PM | Duration 9h25 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price DKK 378 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:05PM | Arrival Time 08:25PM | Duration 8h20 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price DKK 323 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 08:25PM | Duration 6h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price DKK 203 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price DKK 276 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 01:15AM | Duration 9h15 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price DKK 402 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 10:40PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price DKK 420 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:20PM | Arrival Time 04:10AM | Duration 6h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price DKK 203 |
The table below shows live departures for Nice to Bologna buses for today, Thursday, October 29. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:00 PM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 9h15 | 1:15 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 9:20 PM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 6h50 | 4:10 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:20 AM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 9h15 | 2:35 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:00 AM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 9h35 | 5:35 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:50 AM Nice, Gare Routière Vauban | 9h25 | 6:15 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:05 PM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 8h20 | 8:25 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 1:30 PM Nice, Gare Routière Vauban | 6h55 | 8:25 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Bologna's main square, surrounded by landmark buildings and always lively, ideal for architecture, people-watching, and orientation.
Historic market quarter with narrow lanes, medieval character, and vibrant street life just behind Piazza Maggiore.
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Small ring-shaped stuffed pasta, usually filled with pork and Parmigiano Reggiano, served in rich capon or beef broth. A classic festive dish.
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Historic trattoria known for classic Bolognese pasta, cured meats, and traditional dining rooms with a warm, old-city atmosphere.
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Most Nice to Bologna buses use the Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) to Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) station pair. Use this guide to compare Nice and Bologna bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) is 6 km from Nice city centre. Public transport options include:
Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Café Terminal (in the station), Fast-Food Express (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance of Terminal 1.
Ticket office support is available at Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1).
Available at Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1): Elevators, ramps.
Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) is 1 km from Bologna city centre. Public transport options include:
Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria Autostazione (in the station), Trattoria del Rosso (0.5 km), Osteria Broccaindosso (0.7 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre).
Available at Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre): Elevators, ramps.
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