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The cheapest and fastest buses from San Marino to Bologna

Showing times and prices for May 29

Cheapest price

$21

Average price

$39

Fastest journey

3 h 52 m

Average duration

4 h 57 m

Buses per day

16

Distance

159 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from San Marino 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 Marino to Bologna will cost around $39 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $21.

Fast buses

It's difficult to get from San Marino to Bologna without transferring at least 2 times.

  • RegionaleAutobus TT TT05 · Autobus VE407 · Regionale Veloce 3973
    9:53 AM3h52
    S. Marino
    1:45 PMBologna Centrale
    $211One-way
    2 transfers
  • RegionaleAutobus VE151 · Autobus VE405+Italo8929
    5:50 AM7h49
    S. Marino
    1:39 PMBologna Centrale
    $411One-way
    2 transfers
  • RegionaleAutobus TT TT03 · Autobus VE407+Italo8913
    8:53 AM5h46
    S. Marino
    2:39 PMBologna Centrale
    $411One-way
    2 transfers
  • RegionaleRegionale 16105 · Autobus VE405+Italo8911
    6:52 AM5h47
    S. Marino
    12:39 PMBologna Centrale
    $411One-way
    2 transfers
  • RegionaleAutobus TT TT03 · Autobus VE411+Italo8915
    8:53 AM6h46
    S. Marino
    3:39 PMBologna Centrale
    $411One-way
    2 transfers

Travel Information

Compare bus and train for San Marino to Bologna

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from San Marino to Bologna among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $20. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 2h 10m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $20, and a train costs an average of $20.

Distance: 98 miles (159 km)

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Bus
Most popular
Train
Driving

$21

Average price

Cheapest

$21

Average price

$45

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

2h 40m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 10m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

3h 17m

Average total duration

2h 47m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

2h 29m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

0.2 - 0.4kg

CO2 emissions

0.0 - 0.1kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

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CO2 emissions

BlaBlaCar

Most popular bus company

Regionale

Most popular train company

Your own car or car rental

Direct Options

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from San Marino to Bologna is a bus with an average price of $21 (€17).

This is compared to other travel options from San Marino to Bologna:

A bus is $0.06 (€0.05) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from San Marino to Bologna costing on average $21 (€17).

The fastest way to travel from San Marino to Bologna is by bus with an average journey time of 2h 10m.

Other travel options to Bologna take longer:

Train takes on average 2h 47m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between San Marino and Bologna including taking a bus and train.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from San Marino to Bologna among Omio's users.
Take the bus. On this route, it's both cheaper and quicker than driving.

You'll arrive about 19m sooner (2h 10m by bus vs 2h 29m by car) and save roughly $23 (€19) compared to fuel and tolls ($21 (€17) vs $45 (€36)). You also skip the drive itself — no traffic stress, no parking, and you can use the time to work, nap, or catch up on a series with the onboard Wi-Fi.

Direct coaches are operated by BlaBlaCar.

Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.

San Marino to Bologna Bus Timetables

OperatorDeparture TimeArrival TimeDurationDeparture daysCheapest price
Operator
Regionale
Departure Time
05:50AM
Arrival Time
03:39PM
Duration
9h49
Departure days
Wed, Fri
Cheapest price
$28
Operator
Regionale
Departure Time
06:52AM
Arrival Time
03:39PM
Duration
8h47
Departure days
Wed, Fri
Cheapest price
$28
Operator
Regionale
Departure Time
07:53AM
Arrival Time
11:45AM
Duration
3h52
Departure days
Mon, Tue, Thu
Cheapest price
$21
Operator
Regionale
Departure Time
07:56AM
Arrival Time
03:39PM
Duration
7h43
Departure days
Wed, Fri
Cheapest price
$28
Operator
Regionale
Departure Time
08:53AM
Arrival Time
12:45PM
Duration
3h52
Departure days
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
Cheapest price
$20
Operator
Regionale
Departure Time
09:47AM
Arrival Time
01:45PM
Duration
3h58
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$21
Operator
Frecciarossa
Departure Time
09:47AM
Arrival Time
12:59PM
Duration
3h12
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$54
Operator
Frecciarossa
Departure Time
09:53AM
Arrival Time
12:59PM
Duration
3h06
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$54
Operator
Regionale
Departure Time
09:53AM
Arrival Time
01:45PM
Duration
3h52
Departure days
Wed, Fri, Sat
Cheapest price
$21
Operator
Frecciarossa
Departure Time
09:59AM
Arrival Time
12:59PM
Duration
3h00
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$54
Operator
BlaBlaCar
Departure Time
02:30PM
Arrival Time
05:00PM
Duration
2h30
Departure days
Fri
Cheapest price
$21
Operator
BlaBlaCar
Departure Time
03:10PM
Arrival Time
04:40PM
Duration
1h30
Departure days
Fri
Cheapest price
$20
Operator
BlaBlaCar
Departure Time
04:00PM
Arrival Time
05:50PM
Duration
1h50
Departure days
Fri
Cheapest price
$13
Operator
BlaBlaCar
Departure Time
05:00PM
Arrival Time
07:50PM
Duration
2h50
Departure days
Fri
Cheapest price
$18
Operator
BlaBlaCar
Departure Time
07:00PM
Arrival Time
10:10PM
Duration
3h10
Departure days
Fri
Cheapest price
$31
Operator
BlaBlaCar
Departure Time
08:40PM
Arrival Time
10:30PM
Duration
1h50
Departure days
Wed
Cheapest price
$16

Live departures

San Marino to Bologna bus times

The table below shows live departures for San Marino to Bologna buses for tomorrow, Friday, May 29. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
RegionaleAutobus VE151 · Autobus VE405+Italo89295:50 AM S. Marino
7h49
1:39 PM Bologna Centrale2 transfers
RegionaleAutobus VE151 · Autobus VE407+Italo89295:50 AM S. Marino
7h49
1:39 PM Bologna Centrale2 transfers
RegionaleAutobus VE151 · Autobus VE405+Italo89115:50 AM S. Marino
6h49
12:39 PM Bologna Centrale2 transfers
RegionaleRegionale 16105 · Autobus VE405+Italo89116:52 AM S. Marino
5h47
12:39 PM Bologna Centrale2 transfers
RegionaleRegionale 16105 · Autobus VE407+Italo89296:52 AM S. Marino
6h47
1:39 PM Bologna Centrale2 transfers
RegionaleRegionale 16105 · Autobus VE405+Italo89296:52 AM S. Marino
6h47
1:39 PM Bologna Centrale2 transfers
RegionaleRegionale 16109 · Autobus VE405+Italo89297:56 AM S. Marino
5h43
1:39 PM Bologna Centrale2 transfers
RegionaleRegionale 16109 · Autobus VE407+Italo89297:56 AM S. Marino
5h43
1:39 PM Bologna Centrale2 transfers
RegionaleRegionale 16109 · Autobus VE405+Italo89117:56 AM S. Marino
4h43
12:39 PM Bologna Centrale2 transfers
RegionaleAutobus TT TT03 · Autobus VE407+Italo89138:53 AM S. Marino
5h46
2:39 PM Bologna Centrale2 transfers
RegionaleAutobus TT TT03 · Autobus VE411+Italo89158:53 AM S. Marino
6h46
3:39 PM Bologna Centrale2 transfers
RegionaleAutobus TT TT03 · Autobus VE407+Italo89298:53 AM S. Marino
4h46
1:39 PM Bologna Centrale2 transfers
RegionaleAutobus TT TT05 · Autobus VE411+Italo89159:53 AM S. Marino
5h46
3:39 PM Bologna Centrale2 transfers
RegionaleAutobus TT TT05 · Autobus VE409+Italo89159:53 AM S. Marino
5h46
3:39 PM Bologna Centrale2 transfers
RegionaleAutobus TT TT05 · Autobus VE411+Italo89199:53 AM S. Marino
6h46
4:39 PM Bologna Centrale2 transfers
RegionaleAutobus TT TT05 · Autobus VE407 · Regionale Veloce 39739:53 AM S. Marino
3h52
1:45 PM Bologna Centrale2 transfers

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from San Marino to Bologna

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Buses from San Marino to Bologna run on average 9 times per day, taking around 2h 10m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $20 (€16) but you can travel from only $20 (€16) by train.

There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 04:25, the last at 20:02. The fastest bus covers the 98 miles (159 km) distance in 3h 52m.

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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from $20 (€16)
Distance
98 miles (159 km)
Average bus duration
2h 10m
Cheapest ticket price
$20 (€16)
Buses per day
9
Direct buses
2
Fastest bus
3h 52m
First bus
4:25 AM
Last bus
8:02 PM
Cheapest Month
Dec
Cheapest Day
Thu
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Sun
Least Busy Day
Sun
Best time to book
63 days
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from $20 (€16)

Bus providers: BlaBlaCar from San Marino to BolognaYou can travel by bus between San Marino to Bologna with BlaBlaCar for as low as $20 (€16). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

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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
3 a day

FAQs: Bus from San Marino to Bologna

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from San Marino 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.

FAQs
Cheap bus tickets from San Marino to Bologna can start from as little as $20 (€16) when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for San Marino to Bologna is $21 (€17) ; 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 San Marino to Bologna is 3h 52m to travel the 98 miles (159 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 San Marino to Bologna leaves at 4:25 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest bus from San Marino to Bologna leaves at 8:02 PM.
Yes, there are 2 direct buses a day from San Marino to Bologna with BlaBlaCar. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct buses.
When taking a bus from San Marino to Bologna, you can count on BlaBlaCar for the best way to get you to Bologna. You can also check all possible bus companies who offer a service between San Marino and Bologna and compare the amenities they offer before buying a bus ticket.
A trip to Bologna from San Marino is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 3h 52m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a bus from San Marino to Bologna is December.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between San Marino and Bologna including taking a bus and train.
No, the bus from San Marino to Bologna has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the bus from San Marino to Bologna.
Some of the most interesting sights to explore in Bologna are:
  • 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.
The best things to do in Bologna include:
  • 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.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the bus from San Marino to Bologna.
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.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the bus from San Marino to Bologna.
No, luggage for the bus from San Marino to Bologna needs to be booked in addition.
No, there are no additional luggage options for the bus from San Marino to Bologna.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the bus from San Marino to Bologna.
No, there are no USB plugs on board the bus from San Marino to Bologna.
No, there is no WiFi on board the bus from San Marino to Bologna.
Since both San Marino and Bologna 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 San Marino to Bologna 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.
In Bologna, travelers should be cautious of pickpocketing, especially in crowded areas like train stations and popular tourist spots. Scams involving fake charity collectors or unofficial taxi drivers offering overpriced rides can also occur. It's advisable to use licensed taxis and keep personal belongings secure to avoid common safety issues.
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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