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Pinacoteca Nazionale di Bologna
Major state gallery with important Emilian paintings from the 13th to 18th centuries, including works by Giotto, Raffaello, and the Carracci.
Cheapest price
$15
Average price
$63
Fastest journey
8 h 10 m
Average duration
9 h 3 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
294 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Sanremo to Bologna is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sanremo to Bologna will cost around $63 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $15.
Of the 5 buses that leave Sanremo for Bologna on Sat, Jun 06, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jun 06 the direct buses cover the 294 km distance in an average of 9 h 3 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h 10 m .
On Sat, Jun 06 the slowest buses will take 10 h 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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FlixBus · FlixBusOmio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Sanremo to Bologna among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $15. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 46m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $15, and a train costs an average of $34.
Distance: 182 miles (294 km)
Most popular Bus | Train |
|---|---|
$24 Average price Cheapest | $44 Average price |
7h 11m Average total duration 6h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 16m Average total duration Fastest 5h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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This is compared to other travel options from Sanremo to Bologna:
A bus is $20 (€16) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Sanremo to Bologna costing on average $44 (€35).
Other travel options to Bologna take longer:
Bus takes on average 6h 41m.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Trenitalia | Departure Time 04:24AM | Arrival Time 03:06PM | Duration 10h42 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:35AM | Arrival Time 04:55PM | Duration 11h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $80 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:35AM | Arrival Time 04:15PM | Duration 9h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 01:50PM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:15AM | Arrival Time 09:15PM | Duration 10h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $59 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 12:10PM | Arrival Time 09:20PM | Duration 9h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:15PM | Arrival Time 09:25PM | Duration 9h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:45PM | Arrival Time 02:10AM | Duration 13h25 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $63 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 09:20PM | Duration 8h20 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:15PM | Arrival Time 11:15PM | Duration 10h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 10:20PM | Duration 8h20 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:15PM | Arrival Time 11:25PM | Duration 9h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 11:20PM | Duration 8h20 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:10PM | Arrival Time 05:05AM | Duration 12h55 | Departure days Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $62 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:40PM | Arrival Time 05:05AM | Duration 11h25 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $77 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:10PM | Arrival Time 07:05AM | Duration 12h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 01:30AM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $48 |
The table below shows live departures for Sanremo to Bologna buses for tomorrow, Saturday, June 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:35 AM Sanremo, Piazza Cesare Battisti (Museo della Musica) | 9h35 | 4:10 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:15 PM Sanremo, Piazza Cesare Battisti (Museo della Musica) | 10h00 | 11:15 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:15 PM Sanremo, Piazza Cesare Battisti (Museo della Musica) | 9h10 | 11:25 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1 transfer | |
061 | 3:00 PM Sanremo, Piazza Colombo (Autostazione) | 8h20 | 11:20 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:40 PM Sanremo, Piazza Cesare Battisti (Museo della Musica) | 8h10 | 1:50 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1 transfer |
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Buses from Sanremo to Bologna run on average 5 times per day, taking around 6h 41m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $15 (€12) if you book in advance.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 02:32, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 182 miles (294 km) distance in 8h 20m.
Distance 182 miles (294 km) |
Average bus duration 6h 41m |
Cheapest ticket price $15 (€12) |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 8h 20m |
First bus 2:32 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
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Major state gallery with important Emilian paintings from the 13th to 18th centuries, including works by Giotto, Raffaello, and the Carracci.
Bologna's leading modern and contemporary art museum, known for rotating exhibitions and the Morandi collection.
Important archaeological museum with Egyptian, Etruscan, Greek, and Roman collections in a historic palazzo near Piazza Maggiore.
Bologna's main square and social heart, surrounded by major civic buildings and a natural starting point for exploring the historic center.
Historic central district of narrow lanes behind Piazza Maggiore, popular for its atmosphere, old shops, and lively street scenes.
Famous porticoed route climbing from the city to San Luca, ideal for a memorable walk and one of Bologna's defining urban experiences.
Fresh egg tagliatelle served with Bologna’s classic slow-cooked meat ragù. It is one of the city’s signature dishes and a benchmark of traditional home cooking.
Small ring-shaped pasta filled with meat, traditionally served in rich capon or beef broth. It is a festive Bolognese specialty closely tied to local culinary identity.
Layered pasta baked with ragù, béchamel, and Parmigiano Reggiano, often made with green spinach pasta sheets. It is a classic Sunday and holiday dish in Bologna.
Respected modern trattoria focused on high-quality regional ingredients, excellent pasta, and carefully prepared traditional Emilian dishes.
Well-known pasta shop and eatery specializing in fresh handmade stuffed pasta and traditional sauces, ideal for an informal authentic meal.
Historic Bolognese trattoria known for handmade pasta, tortellini, and other classic local dishes in a warm, traditional setting.
Moderate for Italy: budget eats are reasonable, while central hotels and fine dining cost more.
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