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The cheapest and fastest buses from Rome Tiburtina to Bologna Centrale
Showing times and prices for Jun 14
Cheapest price
$14
Average price
$38
Fastest journey
4 h 15 m
Average duration
4 h 49 m
Buses per day
21
Distance
304 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Rome Tiburtina to Bologna Centrale is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rome Tiburtina to Bologna Centrale will cost around $38 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $14.
Fast buses
Of the 21 buses that leave Rome Tiburtina for Bologna Centrale on Sun, Jun 14, 20 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 14 the direct buses cover the 304 km distance in an average of 4 h 49 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 15 m .
On Sun, Jun 14 the slowest buses will take 5 h 10 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.
FlixBus8:30 AM5h15Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina1:45 PMBologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)$141One-way0 transfers- FlixBus9:25 AM5h25Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina2:50 PMBologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)$141One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus11:50 AM5h15Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina5:05 PMBologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)$151One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus7:30 AM6h05Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina1:35 PMBologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)$201One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus8:50 AM5h25Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina2:15 PMBologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)$201One-way0 transfers
7006:15 AM4h15Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina10:30 AMBologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)$481One-way0 transfers
1095:40 AM4h50Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina10:30 AMBologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)$301One-way0 transfers- 05411:00 PM4h50Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina3:50 AMBologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)$591One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus8:15 AM5h00Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina1:15 PMBologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)$221One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus5:05 PM5h10Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina10:15 PMBologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)$341One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Rome Tiburtina to Bologna Centrale
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Rome Tiburtina to Bologna Centrale among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $10. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 55m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $10, and a flight costs an average of $85.
Distance: 188 miles (304 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
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$17 Average price Cheapest | $41 Average price | $168 Average price | $113 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 58m Average total duration 4h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 42m Average total duration 4h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 55m Average total duration Fastest 55m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 45m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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The cheapest way to travel from Rome Tiburtina to Bologna Centrale is a bus with an average price of $17 (€14).
This is compared to other travel options from Rome Tiburtina to Bologna Centrale:
A bus is $24 (€20) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Rome Tiburtina to Bologna Centrale costing on average $41 (€34).
A bus is $151 (€122) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Rome Tiburtina to Bologna Centrale costing on average $168 (€136).
The fastest way to travel from Rome Tiburtina to Bologna Centrale is by flight with an average journey time of 55m.
Other travel options to Bologna Centrale take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 12m.
Bus takes on average 4h 28m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Rome Tiburtina and Bologna Centrale including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Rome Tiburtina to Bologna Centrale among Omio's users.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.
Tickets start at around $17 (€14) compared to roughly $113 (€92) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $96 (€78). The journey takes 4h 28m versus 3h 45m 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 Itabus, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Marino Autolinee, Autoservizi Salemi, BlaBlaCar, Autoservizi Salemi Srl.
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.
Rome Tiburtina to Bologna Centrale Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 12:40AM | Arrival Time 05:20AM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:20AM | Arrival Time 07:50AM | Duration 6h30 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $53 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 03:40AM | Arrival Time 08:30AM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Mon, Thu | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 04:40AM | Arrival Time 09:30AM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:30AM | Arrival Time 11:35AM | Duration 6h05 | Departure days Mon, Wed | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 05:40AM | Arrival Time 10:30AM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator Salemi | Departure Time 06:15AM | Arrival Time 10:30AM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:30AM | Arrival Time 12:05PM | Duration 5h35 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 11:40AM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Tue, Fri | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:25AM | Arrival Time 12:50PM | Duration 5h25 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 12:45PM | Duration 5h15 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:50AM | Arrival Time 01:15PM | Duration 5h25 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 01:05PM | Duration 5h05 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:10AM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:15AM | Arrival Time 01:15PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 01:45PM | Duration 5h15 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:50AM | Arrival Time 02:15PM | Duration 5h25 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 01:40PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:10AM | Arrival Time 02:30PM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:25AM | Arrival Time 02:50PM | Duration 5h25 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 02:40PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:10AM | Arrival Time 03:30PM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 04:15PM | Duration 5h15 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:50AM | Arrival Time 05:05PM | Duration 5h15 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 04:40PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:10PM | Arrival Time 05:45PM | Duration 5h35 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 05:40PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 01:20PM | Arrival Time 06:35PM | Duration 5h15 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 07:20PM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 07:15PM | Duration 5h15 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 02:20PM | Arrival Time 07:35PM | Duration 5h15 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 08:15PM | Duration 5h15 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 03:20PM | Arrival Time 08:35PM | Duration 5h15 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:35PM | Arrival Time 08:55PM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:45PM | Arrival Time 09:15PM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:05PM | Arrival Time 09:05PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:15PM | Arrival Time 09:45PM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 03:50AM | Duration 11h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:35PM | Arrival Time 09:55PM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:05PM | Arrival Time 10:15PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 11:15PM | Duration 5h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:15PM | Arrival Time 11:45PM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 12:15AM | Duration 5h15 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:20PM | Arrival Time 12:45AM | Duration 5h25 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 01:15AM | Duration 5h15 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:20PM | Arrival Time 01:45AM | Duration 5h25 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 08:45PM | Arrival Time 02:30AM | Duration 5h45 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 09:15PM | Arrival Time 02:25AM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:20PM | Arrival Time 02:45AM | Duration 5h25 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 09:45PM | Arrival Time 03:30AM | Duration 5h45 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 02:40AM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 10:15PM | Arrival Time 03:25AM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 10:45PM | Arrival Time 04:30AM | Duration 5h45 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:45PM | Arrival Time 03:55AM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 03:50AM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 11:45PM | Arrival Time 04:25AM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:50PM | Arrival Time 05:30AM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 11:59PM | Arrival Time 04:35AM | Duration 4h36 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $12 |
Live departures
Rome Tiburtina to Bologna Centrale bus times
The table below shows live departures for Rome Tiburtina to Bologna Centrale buses for today, Saturday, June 13. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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| 3826 | 10:45 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 5h45 | 4:30 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 10:45 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 5h10 | 3:55 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 054 | 11:00 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 4h50 | 3:50 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2422 | 11:45 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 4h40 | 4:25 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 11:50 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 5h40 | 5:30 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2702 | 11:59 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 4h36 | 4:35 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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| FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:20 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 6h30 | 7:50 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1 transfer | |
| 109 | 5:40 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 4h50 | 10:30 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 700 | 6:15 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 4h15 | 10:30 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 6:30 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 5h35 | 12:05 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 7:30 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 6h05 | 1:35 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 8:15 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 5h00 | 1:15 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 8:30 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 5h15 | 1:45 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 8:50 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 5h25 | 2:15 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 9:10 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 6h05 | 3:15 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 9:25 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 5h25 | 2:50 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 10:10 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 5h20 | 3:30 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 11:50 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 5h15 | 5:05 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 12:10 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 5h35 | 5:45 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
 4788 | 3:20 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 5h15 | 8:35 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 3:45 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 5h30 | 9:15 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 4:35 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 5h20 | 9:55 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 5:05 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 5h10 | 10:15 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 6:15 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 5h30 | 11:45 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 8:00 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 5h15 | 1:15 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Rome Tiburtina to Bologna Centrale
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Buses from Rome Tiburtina to Bologna Centrale run on average 25 times per day, taking around 4h 28m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $10 (€8) if you book in advance.
There are 22 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 03:40, the last at 21:59. The fastest bus covers the 188 miles (304 km) distance in 4h 36m.
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.
Price information
Distance 188 miles (304 km) |
Average bus duration 4h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price $10 (€8) |
Buses per day 25 |
Direct buses 22 |
Fastest bus 4h 36m |
First bus 3:40 AM |
Last bus 9:59 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sat |
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.
Price information
Bus providers: Itabus, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Marino Autolinee, Autoservizi Salemi, BlaBlaCar, Autoservizi Salemi Srl from Rome Tiburtina to Bologna CentraleYou can travel by bus between Rome Tiburtina to Bologna Centrale with Itabus, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Marino Autolinee, Autoservizi Salemi, BlaBlaCar, Autoservizi Salemi Srl for as low as $10 (€8). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
Itabus
About
Itabus is a leading bus company in Italy, providing reliable and comfortable transportation services to its customers. Itabus operates a fleet of modern buses, ranging from luxury coaches to standard buses, all equipped with air conditioning, comfortable seating, and onboard entertainment.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 36m
Cheapest Price
$10 (€8)
Itabus frequency
29 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
Additional luggage
5€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Dedicated seating areas; Accessible restrooms.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed.
Pets
Small pets allowed in carriers; larger pets must be leashed and muzzled.
FlixBus
About
FlixBus is one of Europe’s leading low-cost bus companies, founded in Germany and now offering long-distance services across Europe and the United States. In addition to its extensive daytime network, FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select European routes. Standard amenities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge devices, extra legroom, luggage space, and onboard toilets, with snacks and drinks available for purchase. FlixBus offers a single Standard ticket type for all routes, which includes one carry-on bag and one checked bag per passenger. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and for reserving specific seats, such as Extra Seats, Table Seats, or Panorama Seats. This combination of affordability, comfort, and wide coverage makes FlixBus a popular choice for budget-conscious travelers.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
5h 0m
Cheapest Price
$10 (€8)
FlixBus frequency
15 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
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.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed for a fee; must be booked.
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed; guide dogs travel for free.
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 Duration
4h 50m
Cheapest Price
$13 (€11)
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.
BlaBlaCar Bus
About
BlaBlaCar Bus (formerly known as Ouibus or iDBUS) is a long-distance coach company operating in 10 European countries and connecting over 300 destinations. A subsidiary of the French carpooling company BlaBlaCar, it offers comfortable travel with standard amenities such as air conditioning, toilets, USB and power outlets for charging devices, extra legroom, and adjustable seats. Free Wi-Fi is available on select routes. BlaBlaCar Bus offers only a Standard ticket type, which allows passengers to bring one carry-on bag and up to two checked bags per person.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
5h 15m
Cheapest Price
$10 (€8)
BlaBlaCar Bus frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 7kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a refund in the form of a voucher.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Accessible seating options.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed; additional fees may apply.
Autoservizi Salemi
About
Autoservizi Salemi is an Italian bus company that provides daily bus services across the Italian peninsula and throughout Sicily, connecting 33 cities and 52 stations with 487 trips daily. They offer national, regional, airport, and urban routes, including popular connections to cities like Milan, Florence, Bologna, Marsala, and Palermo. Onboard amenities often include air conditioning, power outlets, restrooms, Wi-Fi, and sometimes movies on longer journeys. Autoservizi Salemi also offers bus rentals and various ticket options.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Autoservizi Salemi frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
Two pieces of luggage: one large suitcase for the hold and one smaller backpack for on-board.
Cancellation Policy
The cancellation policy can vary by ticket class, individual trips, or promotions, so it's best to check the terms during booking.
Unaccompagned minor
Children between 14 and 17 years old can travel alone with parental consent, but drivers cannot supervise them.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Snacks and beverages are available for purchase on board.
Toilets
USB plugs
BlaBlaCar
About
BlaBlaCar is a French online marketplace for carpooling, connecting drivers with empty seats and passengers traveling to the same destination to share costs. Founded in 2006, it operates in Europe and Latin America, boasting 26 million active members. The platform also includes BlaBlaCar Bus, an intercity bus service. BlaBlaCar's name comes from its rating system for drivers' chattiness: "Bla" for quiet, "BlaBla" for talkative, and "BlaBlaBla" for very chatty. The company aims to be the leading marketplace for shared travel, offering affordable and sustainable solutions by combining carpooling with bus journeys.
Luggage & cancellation policy
BlaBlaCar frequency
5 a day
Autoservizi Salemi Srl
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 15m
Cheapest Price
$23 (€19)
Autoservizi Salemi Srl frequency
1 a day
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Things to do in Bologna Centrale
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- Must visit
Museo Civico Archeologico
Important archaeological museum with Egyptian, Etruscan, Greek, and Roman collections in a historic central building.
- Recommended
MAMbo - Museo d'Arte Moderna di Bologna
Bologna’s leading modern and contemporary art museum, known for rotating exhibitions and the Morandi collection.
- Must visit
Piazza Maggiore
Bologna’s main square and social heart, surrounded by major historic buildings and a top starting point for exploring.
- Must visit
Portico di San Luca
The city’s celebrated portico walk leading toward San Luca, especially popular for scenic walks and photos.
- Must visit
Piazza Santo Stefano
Beautiful square in front of the Santo Stefano complex, loved for its elegant and photogenic atmosphere.
Tagliatelle Al Ragù
Fresh egg tagliatelle served with Bologna’s classic slow-cooked meat ragù. It is one of the city’s signature dishes and a cornerstone of local Sunday cooking.
Tortellini In Brodo
Small hand-folded pasta filled with pork, prosciutto, and Parmigiano Reggiano, traditionally served in rich capon or beef broth. It is especially linked to festive meals in Bologna.
Lasagne Alla Bolognese
Bolognese-style lasagna made with green spinach pasta sheets, ragù, béchamel, and Parmigiano Reggiano. It is a classic celebratory baked pasta from the city.
Trattoria di Via Serra
Well-regarded traditional restaurant celebrated for seasonal ingredients, handmade pasta, and authentic regional dishes. Intimate setting with a strong reputation among food lovers.
Drogheria della Rosa
Charming long-running restaurant set in a distinctive historic space, serving Bolognese and Italian classics with polished hospitality. Good for a relaxed but memorable dinner.
Trattoria Anna Maria
Historic trattoria known for classic Bolognese cooking such as tortellini, tagliatelle al ragù, and lasagne. Warm, traditional atmosphere and a longstanding local reputation.
Euro
Moderate for Italy: cafes and casual meals are reasonable, while central hotels and fine dining cost more.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- EUR 8-15 for pizza, panini, or takeaway.
- Mid-range
- EUR 20-35 per person at a standard restaurant.
- Fine dining
- EUR 70+ per person at upscale restaurants.
- Coffee
- EUR 1.50-3 for espresso or cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Service is often included or modest. Tipping is not required, but rounding up or leaving 5-10% for very good restaurant service is appreciated. Round up taxis slightly.
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Prices
- Single ticket
- 1.50 EUR
- Day pass
- 6.00 EUR
To the city center
Bologna Centrale -> Piazza Maggiore, Bologna
- Distance
- 1.5 km
- Travel time
- 20 min
- You can usually pay by contactless card on many TPER buses, but validate your ticket if required and check onboard acceptance before boarding.
- The CityPass and ordinary urban tickets must be validated at the start of your journey, and one ticket is valid for 75 min in the urban area.
FAQs: Bus from Rome Tiburtina to Bologna Centrale
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rome Tiburtina to Bologna Centrale 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 Centrale, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Cheap bus tickets from Rome Tiburtina to Bologna Centrale can start from as little as $10 (€8) when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for Rome Tiburtina to Bologna Centrale is $17 (€14) ; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by bus from Rome Tiburtina to Bologna Centrale is 4h 36m to travel the 188 miles (304 km) long journey. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest bus from Rome Tiburtina to Bologna Centrale leaves at 3:40 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest bus from Rome Tiburtina to Bologna Centrale leaves at 9:59 PM.
Yes, there are 22 direct buses a day from Rome Tiburtina to Bologna Centrale with Itabus, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Marino Autolinee, Autoservizi Salemi, BlaBlaCar, Autoservizi Salemi Srl. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct buses.
When taking a bus from Rome Tiburtina to Bologna Centrale, you can count on Itabus, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Marino Autolinee, Autoservizi Salemi, BlaBlaCar, Autoservizi Salemi Srl for the best way to get you to Bologna Centrale. You can also check all possible bus companies who offer a service between Rome Tiburtina and Bologna Centrale and compare the amenities they offer before buying a bus ticket.
A trip to Bologna Centrale from Rome Tiburtina is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 4h 36m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a bus from Rome Tiburtina to Bologna Centrale is December.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Rome Tiburtina and Bologna Centrale including taking a train, bus, and flight.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the bus from Rome Tiburtina to Bologna Centrale for bus company Itabus, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Marino Autolinee, Autoservizi Salemi.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the bus from Rome Tiburtina to Bologna Centrale:
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating options.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Itabus
- Assistance
- Dedicated seating areas
- Accessible restrooms.
Whether you can cancel your bus ticket from Rome Tiburtina to Bologna Centrale depends on the bus companies:
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a refund in the form of a voucher.
- 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.
- Itabus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the bus with bus company Itabus, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the bus from Rome Tiburtina to Bologna Centrale.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a bus ticket from Rome Tiburtina to Bologna Centrale:
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Itabus
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a bus ticket from Rome Tiburtina to Bologna Centrale:
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Itabus
- 5€ per additional bag.
Yes, you can bring your pet on the bus from Rome Tiburtina to Bologna Centrale. The following conditions apply:
- Marino Autolinee
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must be leashed and muzzled.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
- Itabus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must be leashed and muzzled.
You can reserve your seat on the bus from Rome Tiburtina to Bologna Centrale with the following bus company: Itabus, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Marino Autolinee
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the bus from Rome Tiburtina to Bologna Centrale with the following bus company: Itabus, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Marino Autolinee, Autoservizi Salemi.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the bus from Rome Tiburtina to Bologna Centrale with the following bus company: Itabus, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Marino Autolinee, Autoservizi Salemi.
Since both Rome Tiburtina and Bologna Centrale are in the Schengen Area, a passport is not required for European Union (EU) or Schengen-associated country citizens. A national ID card is sufficient.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Rome Tiburtina to Bologna Centrale among Omio's users.
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.
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.
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