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The cheapest and fastest buses from Pisa International Airport to Bologna
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Oct 29
Cheapest price on Oct 29
€13
Average ticket price on Oct 29
€21
Fastest journey on Oct 29
2 h 40 m
Average journey duration on Oct 29
2 h 58 m
Buses on Oct 29
4
Distance
116 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Pisa International Airport to Bologna is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Pisa International Airport to Bologna will cost around €21 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €13.
Fast buses
On Thu, Oct 29, we found 4 buses from Pisa International Airport to Bologna, including 4 direct services.
On Thu, Oct 29 the direct buses cover the 116 km distance in an average of 2 h 58 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 40 m .
On Thu, Oct 29 the slowest buses will take 3 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.
5:45 PM 3h15 Pisa International Airport 9:00 PM Bologna €13 1 One-way 0 transfers6:20 PM 2h40 Pisa International Airport 9:00 PM Bologna €23 1 One-way 0 transfers4:45 PM 3h15 Pisa International Airport 8:00 PM Bologna €23 1 One-way 0 transfers5:20 PM 2h40 Pisa International Airport 8:00 PM Bologna €24 1 One-way 0 transfers
6:20 PM 2h40 Pisa International Airport 9:00 PM Bologna €23 1 One-way 0 transfers5:20 PM 2h40 Pisa International Airport 8:00 PM Bologna €24 1 One-way 0 transfers5:45 PM 3h15 Pisa International Airport 9:00 PM Bologna €13 1 One-way 0 transfers4:45 PM 3h15 Pisa International Airport 8:00 PM Bologna €23 1 One-way 0 transfers
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Pisa International Airport to Bologna
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Buses from Pisa International Airport to Bologna run on average 2 times per day, taking around 3h 0m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €18 if you book in advance.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 16:30, the last at 16:30. The fastest bus covers the 72 miles (116 km) distance in 2h 35m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
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Journey facts
- Distance72 miles (116 km)
- Average bus duration3h 0m
- Cheapest ticket price€18
- Buses per day2
- Direct buses2
- Fastest bus2h 35m
- First bus4:30 PM
- Last bus4:30 PM
- Cheapest MonthOct
- Cheapest DayWed
- High SeasonApr - Jun
- Low SeasonJul - Sep
- Busiest DaySat
- Least Busy DaySat
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Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
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Frequently asked questions about your Pisa International Airport to Bologna trip
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Pisa International Airport to Bologna.
Cheap bus tickets from Pisa International Airport to Bologna can start from as little as €18 when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for Pisa International Airport to Bologna is €22 ; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The earliest bus from Pisa International Airport to Bologna leaves at 4:30 PM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest bus from Pisa International Airport to Bologna leaves at 4:30 PM.
Yes, there are 2 direct buses a day from Pisa International Airport to Bologna with Marino Autolinee. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct buses.
Pisa International Airport to Bologna Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 12:00PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price €18 |
Operator Italo | Departure Time 09:25AM | Arrival Time 12:18PM | Duration 2h53 | Departure days Wed, Sat | Cheapest price €18 |
Operator Italo | Departure Time 10:25AM | Arrival Time 01:03PM | Duration 2h38 | Departure days Wed, Sat | Cheapest price €18 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:20AM | Arrival Time 01:50PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price €17 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 02:30PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price €14 |
Operator Italo | Departure Time 03:25PM | Arrival Time 06:18PM | Duration 2h53 | Departure days Wed, Sat | Cheapest price €18 |
Operator Italo | Departure Time 04:25PM | Arrival Time 07:03PM | Duration 2h38 | Departure days Wed, Sat | Cheapest price €18 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 04:45PM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Thu, Sun | Cheapest price €17 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 05:20PM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Thu, Sun | Cheapest price €24 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 05:45PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Thu, Sun | Cheapest price €13 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 06:20PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price €23 |
Operator Italo | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 09:03PM | Duration 2h33 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price €18 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price €19 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 08:40PM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €16 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 07:20PM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price €23 |
Operator Italo | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 10:03PM | Duration 2h33 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price €20 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:50PM | Arrival Time 09:10PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €19 |
Live departures
Pisa International Airport to Bologna bus times
The table below shows live departures for Pisa International Airport to Bologna buses for today, Wednesday, October 28. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Itabus | 1043 · 9948 | 4:25 PM Lucca station | 2h38 | 7:03 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| Itabus | 1043 · 8920 | 4:25 PM Lucca station | 2h53 | 7:18 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| 131 | 6:30 PM Livorno, Piazza Dante (Stazione ferroviaria) | 3h30 | 10:00 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Itabus | 1025 · 9954 | 6:30 PM Lucca station | 2h33 | 9:03 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| Itabus | 1025 · 8968 | 6:30 PM Lucca station | 3h13 | 9:43 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| 131 | 7:20 PM Pisa, Via delle Fiamme Gialle (Park Pietrasantina) | 2h40 | 10:00 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Itabus | 1045 · 8158 | 7:30 PM Lucca station | 2h33 | 10:03 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
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Bus companies
Bus companies from Pisa International Airport to Bologna
Buses from Pisa International Airport to Bologna with Marino Autolinee. Use the details below to compare onboard facilities.
Marino Autolinee
About
MarinoBus is an Italian bus company with more than 200 destinations and 6,000 connections across Italy and Europe. Originally focused on Basilicata and Apulia, its network has expanded to cover the rest of Italy as well as Switzerland, France, Germany, and Luxembourg. All MarinoBus coaches are equipped with spacious reclining seats, air conditioning, onboard restrooms, WiFi, minibars, and color TVs. For your next trip, you can book the standard ticket, which includes one piece of hand luggage and up to two checked bags per passenger
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Marino Autolinee Duration
2h 35m
Cheapest Marino Autolinee Price
€18
Marino Autolinee frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 10kg (55x40x20 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag up to 20 kg.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund. Cancellations within 24 hours incur a 50% fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible restrooms.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed.
Pets
Small pets allowed in carriers; larger pets must be leashed and muzzled.
Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Pisa International Airport and Bologna
Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.
When taking a bus from Pisa International Airport to Bologna, you can count on Marino Autolinee for the best way to get you to Bologna. You can also check all possible bus companies who offer a service between Pisa International Airport and Bologna and compare the amenities they offer before buying a bus ticket.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the bus from Pisa International Airport to Bologna for bus company Marino Autolinee.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the bus from Pisa International Airport to Bologna:
- Marino Autolinee
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible restrooms.
Whether you can cancel your bus ticket from Pisa International Airport to Bologna depends on the bus companies:
- Marino Autolinee
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund. Cancellations within 24 hours incur a 50% fee.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the bus with bus company {providersWithBike}.
Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the bus from Pisa International Airport to Bologna.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a bus ticket from Pisa International Airport to Bologna:
- Marino Autolinee
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg (55x40x20 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a bus ticket from Pisa International Airport to Bologna:
- Marino Autolinee
- 10€ per additional bag up to 20 kg.
Yes, you can bring your pet on the bus from Pisa International Airport to Bologna. The following conditions apply:
- Marino Autolinee
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must be leashed and muzzled.
You can reserve your seat on the bus from Pisa International Airport to Bologna with the following bus company: Marino Autolinee
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the bus from Pisa International Airport to Bologna with the following bus company: Marino Autolinee.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the bus from Pisa International Airport to Bologna with the following bus company: Marino Autolinee.
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Things to do in Bologna
Discover the best of Bologna — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Bologna trip today.
- Recommended
Museo Civico Archeologico
Archaeological museum with rich Egyptian, Etruscan, Greek, and Roman collections in a central historic palace.
- Recommended
Museo Civico Medievale
Museum of Bologna's urban history using objects, rooms, and multimedia to trace the city from antiquity to today.
- Must visit
Piazza Maggiore
Bologna's main square, surrounded by landmark buildings and always lively, ideal for architecture, people-watching, and orientation.
- Must visit
Quadrilatero
Historic market quarter with narrow lanes, medieval character, and vibrant street life just behind Piazza Maggiore.
- Must visit
Portico di San Luca
Long portico route climbing toward San Luca, UNESCO-listed and perfect for a memorable urban walk with changing views.
Tagliatelle Al Ragù
Handmade egg pasta ribbons traditionally served with slow-cooked ragù. A defining Bolognese dish protected by local culinary tradition.
Tortellini In Brodo
Small ring-shaped stuffed pasta, usually filled with pork and Parmigiano Reggiano, served in rich capon or beef broth. A classic festive dish.
Lasagne Verdi Alla Bolognese
Green spinach pasta layered with ragù, béchamel, and Parmigiano. Bologna's traditional baked lasagna is richer and more refined than many versions abroad.
I Portici Restaurant
Elegant Michelin-starred restaurant serving refined Emilian cuisine in a polished, intimate space within central Bologna.
Salumeria Simoni
Traditional deli and wine bar famed for mortadella, cheeses, fresh pasta, and informal counter dining in the Quadrilatero market area.
Trattoria Da Me
Historic trattoria known for classic Bolognese pasta, cured meats, and traditional dining rooms with a warm, old-city atmosphere.
Euro (€)
Moderate for Italy: stays and dining are cheaper than Rome or Milan, while transit is affordable and tourist-center prices stay manageable.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- €8-12 for fast food or street food.
- Mid-range
- €20-35 per person for a meal.
- Fine dining
- €60+ per person for upscale restaurants.
- Coffee
- €1.50-3 for coffee or cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Tipping is optional. Service may be included. Round up or leave €1-2 at cafes, 5-10% in restaurants for great service, and round up taxi fares.
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Prices
- Single ticket
- €1.50
- Day pass
- €6.00
To the city center
Bologna Stazione Centrale -> Piazza Maggiore, Bologna
- Distance
- 1.4 km
- Travel time
- 15 min
- Contactless bank card payment is available on TPER buses in Bologna; buy before boarding if using paper or app tickets.
- Validate paper tickets when boarding. City tickets are time-limited, so check the validity shown on the ticket or in the app.
Plan your visit to Bologna
Get destination-focused answers for the end of your trip, including what to do, when to go, practical entry details, and tips for making the most of your time in Bologna.
Italy uses the euro (EUR) as its currency. Travelers generally find it convenient to use cards for most payments, especially in cities and larger establishments, but carrying some cash is advisable for small shops, markets, and rural areas where card acceptance may be limited.
In Bologna, travelers should be cautious of pickpocketing, especially in crowded areas like train stations and popular tourist spots. Scams involving fake charity collectors or unofficial taxi drivers offering overpriced rides can also occur. It's advisable to use licensed taxis and keep personal belongings secure to avoid common safety issues.
Pack lightweight, versatile clothing suitable for the destination's climate, and use secure, lockable luggage to protect belongings. Keep essential items like travel documents, medication, and valuables in a carry-on bag for easy access. Use packing organizers or cubes to maximize space and maintain order. Lastly, include a small first aid kit and personal hygiene items for added comfort during travel.
FAQs: Bus from Pisa International Airport to Bologna
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Pisa International Airport 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.
Yes, you can take a bus between Pisa International Airport and Bologna.
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popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Pisa International Airport to Bologna
Most Pisa International Airport to Bologna buses use the Pisa, Via delle Fiamme Gialle (Park Pietrasantina) to Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) station pair, with some services arriving at Bologna, Aeroporto di Bologna. Use this guide to compare Pisa International Airport and Bologna bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Departure bus stations in Pisa
Arrival bus stations in Bologna
Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)Piazza XX Settembre, 6, 40121 Bologna BO, Italy
City-centre transport
Getting to Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) from Bologna city centre
Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) is 1 km from Bologna city centre. Public transport options include:
BusA, 97, 98 · 8m · €1 · every ~15 min
A · 10m · €1 · every ~6 min
Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) bus station facilities and services
Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafeteria Autostazione (in the station), Trattoria del Rosso (0.5 km), Osteria Broccaindosso (0.7 km).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre): Elevators, ramps.
Bologna, Aeroporto di BolognaVia del Triumvirato 84, 40132 Bologna BO, Italy
City-centre transport
Getting to Bologna, Aeroporto di Bologna from Bologna city centre
Bologna, Aeroporto di Bologna is 5 km from Bologna city centre. Public transport options include:
TrainIc · 49m · €9
Bus356 · 1h 5m · €4 · every ~2 min
356 · 1h 10m · €4 · every ~2 min
Bologna, Aeroporto di Bologna bus station facilities and services
Bologna, Aeroporto di Bologna has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and in the arrivals area.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bologna, Aeroporto di Bologna.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bologna, Aeroporto di Bologna: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bologna, Aeroporto di Bologna: Elevators, ramps.
Bologna, Piaza XX SettembreBologna Central Bus Station, 40126 Bologna BO, Italy
City-centre transport
Getting to Bologna, Piaza XX Settembre from Bologna city centre
Bologna, Piaza XX Settembre is 1 km from Bologna city centre. Public transport options include:
BusA, 97, 98 · 5m · €1 · every ~15 min
C, D, 15, T2 · 9m · €1 · every ~12 min
Bologna, Piaza XX Settembre bus station facilities and services
Bologna, Piaza XX Settembre has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Bologna, Piaza XX Settembre. ATMs are available at Bologna, Piaza XX Settembre.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bologna, Piaza XX Settembre.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bologna, Piaza XX Settembre: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bologna, Piaza XX Settembre: Ramp access available.
Most popular bus connections from Pisa International Airport
Most popular buses to and from Bologna and Pisa International Airport
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