Rome to Bologna bus

Wed, Sep 11
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Cheap bus tickets from Rome to Bologna

Showing times and prices for Sep 11

Cheapest

The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Rome to Bologna is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

Cheapest
Itabus
03:00PM4h40
Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina
07:40PMBologna
$91One-way
0 transfers
Cheapest
Itabus
04:30PM4h40
Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina
09:10PMBologna
$91One-way
0 transfers
Cheapest
Itabus
04:00PM5h05
Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina
09:05PMBologna
$91One-way
0 transfers
2nd Cheapest
BlaBlaCar Bus
04:30PM5h15
Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina
09:45PMBologna
$111One-way
0 transfers
Itabus
09:00AM5h05
Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina
02:05PMBologna
$121One-way
0 transfers

Bus schedule from Rome to Bologna

Showing buses for tomorrow, Wednesday, September 11
Marino Autolinee
05:40AM4h50
Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina
10:30AMBologna
0 transfers
Autoservizi Salemi
06:00AM4h30
Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina
10:30AMBologna
0 transfers
FlixBus
07:30AM6h05
Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina
01:35PMBologna
0 transfers
Itabus
08:00AM4h40
Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina
12:40PMBologna
0 transfers
Itabus
08:30AM5h15
Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina
01:45PMBologna
0 transfers
Itabus
09:00AM5h05
Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina
02:05PMBologna
0 transfers
FlixBus
09:05AM5h25
Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina
02:30PMBologna
0 transfers
FlixBus
09:20AM5h25
Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina
02:45PMBologna
0 transfers
Itabus
10:00AM4h40
Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina
02:40PMBologna
0 transfers
FlixBus
10:10AM5h10
Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina
03:20PMBologna
0 transfers
Itabus
11:00AM5h05
Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina
04:05PMBologna
0 transfers
FlixBus
12:15PM5h40
Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina
05:55PMBologna
0 transfers
FlixBus
01:05PM6h25
Rome
07:30PMBologna
1 transfer
Itabus
02:00PM5h15
Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina
07:15PMBologna
0 transfers
Itabus
03:00PM4h40
Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina
07:40PMBologna
0 transfers
Itabus
04:00PM5h05
Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina
09:05PMBologna
0 transfers
Itabus
04:30PM4h40
Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina
09:10PMBologna
0 transfers
BlaBlaCar Bus
04:30PM5h15
Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina
09:45PMBologna
0 transfers
FlixBus
04:30PM4h35
Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina
09:05PMBologna
0 transfers
FlixBus
04:40PM5h20
Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina
10:00PMBologna
0 transfers
FlixBus
05:25PM4h50
Rome
10:15PMBologna
0 transfers
FlixBus
06:45PM6h45
Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina
01:30AMBologna
1 transfer
FlixBus
08:00PM5h30
Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina
01:30AMBologna
0 transfers
FlixBus
09:20PM5h25
Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina
02:45AMBologna
0 transfers
Itabus
10:00PM4h40
Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina
02:40AMBologna
0 transfers
FlixBus
10:45PM5h10
Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina
03:55AMBologna
0 transfers
Marino Autolinee
11:00PM4h50
Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina
03:50AMBologna
0 transfers
Itabus
11:00PM4h40
Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina
03:40AMBologna
0 transfers
Itabus
11:30PM4h40
Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina
04:10AMBologna
0 transfers
FlixBus
11:50PM5h35
Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina
05:25AMBologna
0 transfers
Itabus
11:59PM4h36
Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina
04:35AMBologna
0 transfers

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How far in advance should I book bus tickets from Rome to Bologna?

The best time to book your bus from Rome to Bologna is 56 days before departure. See how prices for buses change on the Rome to Bologna route.
Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Rome to Bologna per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your bus from Rome to Bologna.

Bus times from Rome to Bologna

Showing times and prices for Sep 11

Fastest Journey

4 h 30 m

Average

5 h 9 m

Buses per day

31

Distance

304 km

Of the 31 buses that leave Rome for Bologna every day 29 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

Fastest
Autoservizi Salemi
06:00AM4h30
Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina
10:30AMBologna
$461One-way
0 transfers
2nd Fastest
FlixBus
04:30PM4h35
Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina
09:05PMBologna
$151One-way
0 transfers
Itabus
11:59PM4h36
Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina
04:35AMBologna
$291One-way
0 transfers
Itabus
03:00PM4h40
Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina
07:40PMBologna
$91One-way
0 transfers
Itabus
04:30PM4h40
Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina
09:10PMBologna
$91One-way
0 transfers

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Overview: Bus from Rome to Bologna

distanceDistance188 miles (303 km)
durationAverage bus duration4 h 36 min
priceAverage bus ticket price$20 (€17)
frequencyBus frequency24 a day
changesDirect busYes, there are 15 direct buses a day
carriersBus companiesItabus, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus or Marino Autolinee

Buses from Rome to Bologna cover the 188 miles (303 km) long trip taking on average 4 h 36 min with our travel partners like Itabus, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus or Marino Autolinee. Normally, there are 24 buses operating per day, including direct services available. You can get the cheapest bus tickets for this trip for as low as $6 (€5), but the average price of bus tickets is $20 (€17). Travelers depart most frequently from Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina and arrive in Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre).

Bus providers: Itabus, FlixBus and El Pilar from Rome to Bologna

Travel from Rome to Bologna from $3 (€3) with Omio’s bus partners Itabus, FlixBus and El Pilar! You can find the best schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the most affordable trip for you.

FlixBus is one of Europe's leading low-cost bus companies, founded in Germany and offering long-distance bus services in Europe and the U. S. FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select routes throughout Europe. Standard amenities on FlixBus include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge your phone, tablet or laptop during long bus journeys, extra legroom, luggage space and toilets. You can even purchase snacks and drinks onboard. FlixBus offers only the Standard ticket for all its routes, which allows you to bring one carry-on luggage and one checked bag per person. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and specific seat reservations, such as if you want to book an Extra Seat, Table Seat or the Panorama Seat.

Bus information from Rome to Bologna with FlixBus:

  • Average Duration: 5 h 10 min
  • Cheapest Price: $6
  • FlixBus frequency: 19 a day

FAQs: Bus from Rome to Bologna

FAQs: Take the bus from Rome to Bologna with ease. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have the information you need to know so you can find the best option from Rome to Bologna.
FAQs
Cheap bus tickets from Rome to Bologna can start from as little as $6 (€5) when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for Rome to Bologna is $20 (€17); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Rome to Bologna bus time is 4 h 36 min   covering the 188 mile (303 km) long trip, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first bus from Rome to Bologna leaves at 6: 30 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last bus from Rome to Bologna leaves at 9: 59 PM.
Yes, there are 15 direct buses a day from Rome to Bologna with Itabus, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus or Marino Autolinee. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct buses.
Take the Rome to Bologna bus with Itabus, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus or Marino Autolinee. However, it's always good to check out all possible bus companies for the route to Bologna from Rome as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.

Passengers board the bus most frequently from Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina, which is located around 4.2 miles (6.7 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the bus at Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre), located 1.2 miles (2 km) away from the city centre.

A trip to Bologna from Rome is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 4 h 36 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a bus from Rome to Bologna is July.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel to Bologna from Rome including taking a train, bus or flight.

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