- Must visit
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 05
$16
Average ticket price on Oct 05
$28
Fastest journey on Oct 05
4 h 36 m
Average journey duration on Oct 05
4 h 39 m
Buses on Oct 05
27
Distance
304 km
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.
The average ticket from Rome to Bologna will cost around $28 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $16.
On Mon, Oct 05, we found 27 buses from Rome to Bologna, including 27 direct services.
On Mon, Oct 05 the direct buses cover the 304 km distance in an average of 4 h 39 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 36 m .
On Mon, Oct 05 the slowest buses will take 4 h 40 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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2790Buses from Rome to Bologna run on average 37 times per day, taking around 5h 16m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $7 (€6) if you book in advance.
There are 36 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:02, the last at 23:56. The fastest bus covers the 188 miles (304 km) distance in 3h 40m.
Distance 188 miles (304 km) |
Average bus duration 5h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price $7 (€6) |
Buses per day 37 |
Direct buses 36 |
Fastest bus 3h 40m |
First bus 12:02 AM |
Last bus 11:56 PM |
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| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 12:40AM | Arrival Time 05:20AM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:20AM | Arrival Time 07:50AM | Duration 6h30 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:50AM | Arrival Time 07:20AM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 05:40AM | Arrival Time 10:30AM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator Salemi | Departure Time 06:15AM | Arrival Time 10:30AM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:30AM | Arrival Time 12:05PM | Duration 5h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 11:40AM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 01:35PM | Duration 6h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 01:15PM | Duration 5h15 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 12:00PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:20AM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 01:45PM | Duration 5h15 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 12:40PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:40AM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:50AM | Arrival Time 02:15PM | Duration 5h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 01:00PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:10AM | Arrival Time 03:15PM | Duration 6h05 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:25AM | Arrival Time 02:50PM | Duration 5h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 02:40PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 02:10PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:10AM | Arrival Time 03:30PM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:50AM | Arrival Time 03:20PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 04:15PM | Duration 5h15 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 05:05PM | Duration 6h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:40AM | Arrival Time 05:05PM | Duration 5h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 04:40PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:10PM | Arrival Time 05:45PM | Duration 5h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 04:50PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:45PM | Arrival Time 05:35PM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:05PM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 6h25 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 06:10PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 05:10PM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 07:15PM | Duration 5h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 06:40PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 07:50PM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 08:15PM | Duration 5h15 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:45PM | Arrival Time 09:15PM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 09:40PM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:20PM | Arrival Time 09:40PM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:35PM | Arrival Time 09:55PM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 08:40PM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:05PM | Arrival Time 10:15PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:25PM | Arrival Time 10:15PM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 09:50PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:15PM | Arrival Time 11:45PM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 10:50PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:10PM | Arrival Time 10:50PM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:20PM | Arrival Time 01:15AM | Duration 5h55 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $64 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:40PM | Arrival Time 11:20PM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 01:15AM | Duration 5h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 02:45AM | Duration 5h45 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:20PM | Arrival Time 02:45AM | Duration 5h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 09:45PM | Arrival Time 02:25AM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 02:40AM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 10:15PM | Arrival Time 03:25AM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:45PM | Arrival Time 03:55AM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 10:50PM | Arrival Time 03:30AM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 03:50AM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 11:45PM | Arrival Time 04:25AM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:50PM | Arrival Time 05:30AM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 11:59PM | Arrival Time 04:35AM | Duration 4h36 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $13 |
The table below shows live departures for Rome to Bologna buses for today, Sunday, October 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus | 9:20 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 5h25 | 2:45 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
3898 | 9:45 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 4h40 | 2:25 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
2772 | 10:00 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 4h40 | 2:40 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 | |
3596 | 10:50 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 4h40 | 3:30 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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2418 | 12:40 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 4h40 | 5:20 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
109 | 5:40 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 4h50 | 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 | 8:20 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 5h10 | 1:30 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 | |
2790 | 10:00 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 4h40 | 2:40 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 | 11:00 AM Roma, Autostazione (Metro Anagnina) | 6h05 | 5:05 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:40 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 5h25 | 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 | |
FlixBus | 12:45 PM Roma, Autostazione (Metro Anagnina) | 4h50 | 5:35 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
2414 | 1:00 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 5h50 | 6:50 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
2726 | 2:00 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 5h15 | 7:15 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 | 8:00 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 5h15 | 1:15 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Leading city museum with major Italian paintings from the Middle Ages to modern times, essential for understanding Bologna's art history.
Archaeological museum with rich Egyptian, Etruscan, Greek, and Roman collections in a central historic palace.
Museum of Bologna's urban history using objects, rooms, and multimedia to trace the city from antiquity to today.
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.
Long portico route climbing toward San Luca, UNESCO-listed and perfect for a memorable urban walk with changing views.
Handmade egg pasta ribbons traditionally served with slow-cooked ragù. A defining Bolognese dish protected by local culinary tradition.
Small ring-shaped stuffed pasta, usually filled with pork and Parmigiano Reggiano, served in rich capon or beef broth. A classic festive dish.
Green spinach pasta layered with ragù, béchamel, and Parmigiano. Bologna's traditional baked lasagna is richer and more refined than many versions abroad.
Elegant Michelin-starred restaurant serving refined Emilian cuisine in a polished, intimate space within central Bologna.
Traditional deli and wine bar famed for mortadella, cheeses, fresh pasta, and informal counter dining in the Quadrilatero market area.
Historic trattoria known for classic Bolognese pasta, cured meats, and traditional dining rooms with a warm, old-city atmosphere.
Moderate for Italy: stays and dining are cheaper than Rome or Milan, while transit is affordable and tourist-center prices stay manageable.
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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Bologna Stazione Centrale -> Piazza Maggiore, Bologna
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rome 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.

Most Rome to Bologna buses use the Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina to Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) station pair. Use this guide to compare Rome and Bologna bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina is 4 km from Rome city centre. Public transport options include:
Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafes and vending machines available.
Wi-Fi is available at Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina. ATMs are aTM available near ticket office.
Ticket office support is available at Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina.
Available at Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina: Wheelchair accessible entrances and facilities.
Fiumicino, Aeroporto Leonardo de Vinci (T3 Arrivi - Stazione degli autobus) is 3 km from Rome city centre. Public transport options include:
Fiumicino, Aeroporto Leonardo de Vinci (T3 Arrivi - Stazione degli autobus) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Ristorante Italiano (in the station), Fast Food Express (in the station), Caffè del Terminal (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the arrivals area.
Ticket office support is available at Fiumicino, Aeroporto Leonardo de Vinci (T3 Arrivi - Stazione degli autobus).
Available at Fiumicino, Aeroporto Leonardo de Vinci (T3 Arrivi - Stazione degli autobus): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Fiumicino, Aeroporto Leonardo de Vinci (T3 Arrivi - Stazione degli autobus): 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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