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Pinacoteca Nazionale di Bologna
The city’s main fine arts museum, known for important Emilian paintings from the 13th to 18th centuries, including works by Giotto, Raphael and the Carracci.
Cheapest price
$64
Average price
$73
Fastest journey
7 h 50 m
Average duration
8 h 39 m
Buses per day
6
Distance
472 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from San Giovanni Rotondo to Bologna is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from San Giovanni Rotondo to Bologna will cost around $73 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $64.
It's difficult to get from San Giovanni Rotondo to Bologna without transferring at least once.
FlixBus · FlixBus
FlixBus · FlixBus
007 · 044
007 · 044
210 · 202
007 · 044
007 · 044
210 · 202
210 · 202
FlixBus · FlixBusOmio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from San Giovanni Rotondo to Bologna among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $22. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 6h 16m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $22, and a flight costs an average of $24.
Distance: 293 miles (472 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$51 Average price Cheapest | $89 Average price | $181 Average price | $161 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
8h 0m Average total duration 7h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 46m Average total duration Fastest 6h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 45m Average total duration 7h 45m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 29m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from San Giovanni Rotondo to Bologna:
A bus is $37 (€31) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from San Giovanni Rotondo to Bologna costing on average $89 (€72).
A bus is $130 (€106) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from San Giovanni Rotondo to Bologna costing on average $181 (€148).
Other travel options to Bologna take longer:
Bus takes on average 7h 30m.
Flight takes on average 7h 45m.
Tickets start at around $51 (€42) compared to roughly $161 (€131) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $110 (€90). The journey takes 7h 30m versus 5h 29m 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 BlaBlaCar.
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.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:45AM | Arrival Time 03:15PM | Duration 10h30 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 05:20AM | Arrival Time 01:50PM | Duration 8h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $78 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:45AM | Arrival Time 04:15PM | Duration 10h30 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:45AM | Arrival Time 05:20PM | Duration 10h35 | Departure days Tue, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $56 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 07:20AM | Arrival Time 03:50PM | Duration 8h30 | Departure days Tue, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $76 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 07:25AM | Arrival Time 03:50PM | Duration 8h25 | Departure days Tue, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $76 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:50AM | Arrival Time 01:00PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 01:40PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $58 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 03:10PM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:10AM | Arrival Time 03:50PM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $53 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 04:40PM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:10PM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:20PM | Arrival Time 05:50PM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 07:10PM | Duration 6h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:50PM | Arrival Time 11:10PM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 06:25PM | Arrival Time 12:50AM | Duration 6h25 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $123 |
Operator Ferrovie del Gargano | Departure Time 06:35PM | Arrival Time 01:49AM | Duration 7h14 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $59 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 07:55PM | Arrival Time 03:50AM | Duration 7h55 | Departure days Tue, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $75 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 03:50AM | Duration 7h50 | Departure days Tue, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $75 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:35PM | Arrival Time 11:15AM | Duration 13h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:40PM | Arrival Time 03:10AM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:35PM | Arrival Time 09:55AM | Duration 11h20 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:10PM | Arrival Time 04:20AM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:35PM | Arrival Time 10:30AM | Duration 10h55 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $49 |
The table below shows live departures for San Giovanni Rotondo to Bologna buses for today, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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007 · 044 | 7:55 PM San Giovanni Rotondo, Piazza Forgione | 7h55 | 3:50 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1 transfer | |
007 · 044 | 8:00 PM San Giovanni Rotondo, P.zza Europa (Bar Villa) | 7h50 | 3:50 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:35 PM San Giovanni Rotondo, Piazza Europa (Ufficio Postale Poste Italiane) | 10h55 | 10:30 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1 transfer | |
| Sunday, June 21 | |||||
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:45 AM San Giovanni Rotondo, Piazza Europa (Ufficio Postale Poste Italiane) | 10h35 | 5:20 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1 transfer | |
210 · 202 | 7:20 AM San Giovanni Rotondo, Piazza Forgione | 8h30 | 3:50 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1 transfer | |
210 · 202 | 7:25 AM San Giovanni Rotondo, P.zza Europa (Bar Villa) | 8h25 | 3:50 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from San Giovanni Rotondo to Bologna run on average 10 times per day, taking around 7h 30m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $22 (€18) if you book in advance.
There are 3 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:40. The fastest bus covers the 293 miles (472 km) distance in 6h 25m.
Distance 293 miles (472 km) |
Average bus duration 7h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price $22 (€18) |
Buses per day 10 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 6h 25m |
First bus 12:05 AM |
Last bus 11:40 PM |
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Discover the best of Bologna — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Bologna trip today.
The city’s main fine arts museum, known for important Emilian paintings from the 13th to 18th centuries, including works by Giotto, Raphael and the Carracci.
Bologna’s leading modern and contemporary art museum, with strong permanent collections and rotating exhibitions in a large converted industrial space.
A major archaeological museum with Etruscan, Egyptian, Greek and Roman collections, housed in a historic palace near Piazza Maggiore.
Bologna’s main square and social heart, surrounded by major civic and religious buildings, ideal for first-time visitors and people-watching.
The world-famous covered walkway leading toward the San Luca sanctuary, popular for scenic walks, photography and local tradition.
One of the city’s most elegant and photogenic squares, fronting the Santo Stefano complex and loved for its atmospheric character.
Fresh egg pasta ribbons served with Bologna’s traditional slow-cooked meat ragù. It is one of the city’s most iconic dishes and differs from the tomato-heavy versions found abroad.
Small ring-shaped pasta filled with meat and served in rich capon or beef broth. This is a classic Bolognese comfort dish, especially tied to festive family meals.
Layered baked pasta with ragù, béchamel, and Parmigiano Reggiano, often made with green spinach pasta sheets. It is a signature Emilia-Romagna Sunday dish.
Highly regarded neighborhood trattoria known for careful ingredient sourcing and excellent handmade pasta, with a cozy and authentic feel.
Well-known romantic restaurant serving refined Emilian and Bolognese cuisine in an intimate former pharmacy space with polished service.
Very popular traditional osteria known for classic Bolognese pasta dishes in a lively, casual setting close to the university area.
Moderate by Italian standards: food and coffee are reasonable, while central hotels cost more in peak season.
Service is often included or covered by coperto. Tipping is not required; round up or leave EUR 1-5 for good service. Taxis are usually rounded up.
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