- Must visit
Accademia Carrara
Bergamo’s leading art museum, known for its strong collection of Italian Renaissance and Baroque painting, including works by Botticelli, Bellini, Raphael, and Moroni.
Cheapest price
$21
Average price
$34
Fastest journey
5 h 40 m
Average duration
6 h 27 m
Buses per day
7
Distance
295 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Siena to Bergamo is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Siena to Bergamo will cost around $34 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $21.
Of the 7 buses that leave Siena for Bergamo on Sat, Jun 20, 7 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jun 20 the direct buses cover the 295 km distance in an average of 6 h 27 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 40 m .
On Sat, Jun 20 the slowest buses will take 8 h 10 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.










Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Siena to Bergamo among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 55m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $13, and a train costs an average of $36.
Distance: 183 miles (295 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$34 Average price Cheapest | $54 Average price | $106 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 15m Average total duration 5h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 25m Average total duration Fastest 4h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 52m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Siena to Bergamo:
A bus is $20 (€16) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Siena to Bergamo costing on average $54 (€44).
Other travel options to Bergamo take longer:
Bus takes on average 5h 45m.
Tickets start at around $34 (€28) compared to roughly $106 (€87) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $72 (€59). The journey takes 5h 45m versus 3h 52m 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 Itabus, 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 Itabus | Departure Time 12:05AM | Arrival Time 08:15AM | Duration 8h10 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:45AM | Arrival Time 10:10AM | Duration 9h25 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $59 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 01:05AM | Arrival Time 08:45AM | Duration 7h40 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:10AM | Arrival Time 01:40PM | Duration 9h30 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:10AM | Arrival Time 02:40PM | Duration 9h30 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:10AM | Arrival Time 03:40PM | Duration 9h30 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:20AM | Arrival Time 05:10PM | Duration 7h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $54 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:25AM | Arrival Time 07:20PM | Duration 8h55 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:40AM | Arrival Time 02:20PM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:25AM | Arrival Time 08:20PM | Duration 8h55 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:40AM | Arrival Time 08:45PM | Duration 9h05 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 11:55AM | Arrival Time 05:45PM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sat | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:10PM | Arrival Time 03:40PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:15PM | Arrival Time 09:20PM | Duration 9h05 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:51PM | Arrival Time 08:45PM | Duration 6h54 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 01:55PM | Arrival Time 07:45PM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:05PM | Arrival Time 07:45PM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:40PM | Arrival Time 06:20PM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:51PM | Arrival Time 09:45PM | Duration 6h54 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $66 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:05PM | Arrival Time 08:45PM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 03:55PM | Arrival Time 09:59PM | Duration 6h04 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:05PM | Arrival Time 09:45PM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $59 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 08:10PM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:10PM | Arrival Time 08:50PM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:45PM | Arrival Time 06:15AM | Duration 12h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $102 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 05:55PM | Arrival Time 11:59PM | Duration 6h04 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 12:20AM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:20PM | Arrival Time 12:30AM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 11:05PM | Arrival Time 07:15AM | Duration 8h10 | Departure days Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $30 |
The table below shows live departures for Siena to Bergamo buses for today, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
2402 | 1:55 PM Siena, Stazione FS (Piazzale Carlo Rosselli) | 5h50 | 7:45 PM Bergamo, Autostazione | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:51 PM Siena, Siena/Viale Pietro Toselli | 6h54 | 9:45 PM Bergamo, Autostazione | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 4:05 PM Siena, Stazione FS (Piazzale Carlo Rosselli) | 5h40 | 9:45 PM Bergamo, Autostazione | 0 transfersDirect | |
2400 | 5:55 PM Siena, Stazione FS (Piazzale Carlo Rosselli) | 6h04 | 11:59 PM Bergamo, Autostazione | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, June 20 | |||||
![]() | 12:05 AM Siena | 8h10 | 8:15 AM Bergamo | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Siena to Bergamo run on average 6 times per day, taking around 5h 45m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $13 (€11) if you book in advance.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:45, the last at 23:15. The fastest bus covers the 183 miles (295 km) distance in 5h 40m.
Distance 183 miles (295 km) |
Average bus duration 5h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price $13 (€11) |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 5h 40m |
First bus 12:45 AM |
Last bus 11:15 PM |
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Discover the best of Bergamo — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Bergamo trip today.
Bergamo’s leading art museum, known for its strong collection of Italian Renaissance and Baroque painting, including works by Botticelli, Bellini, Raphael, and Moroni.
The city’s main modern and contemporary art gallery, opposite Accademia Carrara, with rotating exhibitions and an international profile.
A museum dedicated to composer Gaetano Donizetti, displaying manuscripts, memorabilia, and objects linked to Bergamo’s musical heritage.
The historic heart of Città Alta, surrounded by landmark buildings and consistently regarded as Bergamo’s most beautiful square.
Bergamo’s walled upper town, filled with medieval lanes, viewpoints, cafés, and monuments; the essential area for first-time visitors.
The UNESCO-listed Venetian Walls encircling the upper city, ideal for scenic walks and among the most photographed places in Bergamo.
Traditional stuffed pasta from Bergamo, usually filled with meat, breadcrumbs, cheese, and herbs, then dressed with butter, sage, and pancetta. It is one of the city’s signature dishes.
A hearty mountain polenta made with cornmeal, buckwheat flour, butter, and local cheeses such as Branzi or Bitto. It is strongly associated with Bergamo and nearby valleys.
A stuffed pasta from the Bergamo area, especially Parre, traditionally filled with cheese, breadcrumbs, butter, and spices rather than meat. It is a celebrated local variation of filled pasta.
Long-standing restaurant and pizzeria in Citta Alta, known for Bergamasque classics, pasta, and a lively historic setting popular with both locals and visitors.
Established traditional trattoria known for local Bergamo cuisine, homemade pasta, and hearty regional specialties in a warm, rustic atmosphere.
Popular Citta Alta venue with a refined but approachable style, known for quality local ingredients, cured meats, cheeses, and classic Lombard dishes.
Moderate by Italian standards: coffee and casual meals are reasonable, while hotels and tourist-area dining cost more.
Service is usually included or covered by a coperto. Tipping is not required, but rounding up or leaving EUR 1-5 for good service is appreciated; round up taxi fares.
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