The cheapest and fastest buses from Reggio Calabria to Bologna
Cheapest price
$77
Average price
$86
Fastest journey
13 h 15 m
Average duration
16 h 12 m
Buses per day
12
Distance
796 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Reggio Calabria to Bologna is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Reggio Calabria to Bologna will cost around $86 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $77.
Of the 12 buses that leave Reggio Calabria for Bologna on Mon, Dec 01, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Dec 01 the direct buses cover the 796 km distance in an average of 16 h 12 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 13 h 15 m .
On Mon, Dec 01 the slowest buses will take 17 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.
Regionale 5484+
2126
Regionale 83784+
2126
Regionale 5570+
2126
Regionale 5480+
2126
Regionale 5582+
2126
BUS LP986+
FRECCIAROSSA 9806
Regionale 21974+
2126
FlixBus
Regionale 5658+
2126
Regionale 5486+
2126Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Reggio Calabria to Bologna
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Reggio Calabria to Bologna among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €47. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 57m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.7kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €47, and a flight costs an average of €26.
Distance: 494 miles (796 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
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€94 Average price Cheapest | €97 Average price | €160 Average price |
14h 9m Average total duration 13h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 28m Average total duration 9h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 57m Average total duration Fastest 1h 57m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.8 - 2.0kg CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
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Reggio Calabria to Bologna Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00AM | Arrival Time 05:10PM | Duration 12h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $83 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 07:50PM | Duration 11h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $103 |
Operator Regionale | Departure Time 02:16PM | Arrival Time 12:40PM | Duration 22h24 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $68 |
Operator Regionale | Departure Time 02:25PM | Arrival Time 12:40PM | Duration 22h15 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $77 |
Operator Regionale | Departure Time 02:48PM | Arrival Time 12:40PM | Duration 21h52 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator Regionale | Departure Time 03:20PM | Arrival Time 12:40PM | Duration 21h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator Regionale | Departure Time 03:21PM | Arrival Time 12:40PM | Duration 21h19 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $68 |
Operator Frecciargento | Departure Time 03:25PM | Arrival Time 12:40PM | Duration 21h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $58 |
Operator Regionale | Departure Time 03:38PM | Arrival Time 12:40PM | Duration 21h02 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $68 |
Operator Regionale | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 12:40PM | Duration 20h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator Regionale | Departure Time 04:38PM | Arrival Time 12:40PM | Duration 20h02 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator Regionale | Departure Time 04:40PM | Arrival Time 12:40PM | Duration 20h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $77 |
Operator Regionale | Departure Time 05:17PM | Arrival Time 12:40PM | Duration 19h23 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator Regionale | Departure Time 05:23PM | Arrival Time 12:40PM | Duration 19h17 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $68 |
Operator Regionale | Departure Time 05:52PM | Arrival Time 12:40PM | Duration 18h48 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator Regionale | Departure Time 06:45PM | Arrival Time 12:40PM | Duration 17h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator Regionale | Departure Time 07:12PM | Arrival Time 12:40PM | Duration 17h28 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator Regionale | Departure Time 07:22PM | Arrival Time 12:40PM | Duration 17h18 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $68 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:45PM | Arrival Time 01:15PM | Duration 16h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $82 |
Operator Regionale | Departure Time 08:47PM | Arrival Time 12:40PM | Duration 15h53 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator Frecciarossa | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 12:15PM | Duration 13h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $153 |
Live departures
Reggio Calabria to Bologna bus times
The table below shows live departures for Reggio Calabria to Bologna buses for today, Sunday, November 30. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Regionale 6186+ 2126 | 1:25 PM Reggio di Calabria Lido | 22h15 | 11:40 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 21941+ 2126 | 2:21 PM Reggio di Calabria Lido | 21h19 | 11:40 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 5482+ 2126 | 2:38 PM Reggio di Calabria Lido | 21h02 | 11:40 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 5488+ 2126 | 3:40 PM Reggio di Calabria Lido | 20h00 | 11:40 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 5674+ 2126 | 4:52 PM Reggio di Calabria Lido | 18h48 | 11:40 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 7:45 PM Reggio Calabria, Via Caprera / Piazza Giuseppe Garibaldi | 16h30 | 12:15 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Reggio Calabria to Bologna
Buses from Reggio Calabria to Bologna run on average 2 times per day, taking around 13h 39m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $58 (€47) but you can travel from only $32 (€26) by flight.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:06, the last at 23:54. The fastest bus covers the 494 miles (796 km) distance in 13h 15m.
Distance 494 miles (796 km) |
Average bus duration 13h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price $58 (€47) |
Buses per day 2 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 13h 15m |
First bus 00:06 |
Last bus 23:54 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, Infobus, BlaBlaCar, Itabus, Lirosi Linee from Reggio Calabria to BolognaYou can travel by bus between Reggio Calabria to Bologna with FlixBus, Infobus, BlaBlaCar, Itabus, Lirosi Linee for as low as $32 (€26). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Buses from Reggio Calabria to Bologna
To go from Reggio Calabria to Bologna by bus you need at least 14 hours of travel. Every day at least 1 direct connection is available, usually departing in the afternoon, including weekends. Those who want to leave in the morning has available a transfer with change available in the early hours or mid-morning. The longest routes, which require a change at the Tiburtina bus station in Rome, depart throughout the week.
Which bus companies travel from Reggio Calabria to Bologna?
Currently only the bus Federico and the company Flixbus connect the two Italian cities from the terminal in Reggio Calabria. Every day are organized up to 2 departures for buses Reggio Calabria Bologna direct. The fastest direct transfers on average are organized by Flixbus.
How long does the journey by bus Reggio Calabria-Bologna?
A trip by bus Reggio Calabria Bologna direct lasts for a minimum of 14 hours and 40 minutes. The first connection of the day is around 15:20 and arrives in the capital of Emilia around 07:00. Indirect routes can last up to 17 hours and 50 minutes: departures take place between 05:00 in the morning and 21:00 in the evening.
How many buses are there from Reggio Calabria to Bologna?
The indirect connections between Reggio Calabria and Bologna are generally 6 per week and usually do not operate during the weekend. The direct routes, however, depart every day, even on Saturdays and Sundays: the first race starts at 15:20, the last at 16:30 and both reach Bologna after about 14 hours.
What are the departure and arrival stations for buses from Reggio Calabria to Bologna?
Autostazione di Reggio Calabria: buses to Bologna depart from the bus terminal in Reggio Calabria located in Via Caprera, about 1 km from the city center. The latter can be reached on foot in 13 minutes or using public transport including lines 1, 2, 12, 14, 108, 110, 127. The bus station has the essential services.
Bologna Bus Station: Bologna's bus terminal is located in Piazza XX Settembre and is about 1.5 km from the city center, which is connected by urban lines 1, 3, 4, 9, 36 and 37. Bologna Centrale railway station is 300 metres away. The bus station has a bar, self-service area and shops.
FAQs: Bus from Reggio Calabria to Bologna
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Reggio Calabria 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.

- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Infobus
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Transport for wheelchairs and mobility aids.
- 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.
- 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.
- Infobus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may incur a fee.
To find the cheapest bus tickets for your trip from Reggio Calabria to Bologna, follow these tips:
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- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Infobus
- One carry-on bag up to 5kg (40x20x25) and one checked bag up to 20kg (50x30x80).
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Infobus
- 10€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- Guide dogs travel for free.
- Infobus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- Larger pets may require a separate ticket.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Reggio Calabria to Bologna
- 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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