- Must visit
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
$35
Average price
$63
Fastest journey
9 h 20 m
Average duration
10 h 1 m
Buses per day
10
Distance
658 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Taranto to Bologna is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Taranto to Bologna will cost around $63 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $35.
Of the 10 buses that leave Taranto for Bologna on Sat, Jun 20, 5 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 658 km distance in an average of 10 h 1 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 9 h 20 m .
On Sat, Jun 20 the slowest buses will take 11 h 25 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.
2422
FlixBus
036
200 · 202
101
036
FlixBus
200 · 202
101
FlixBusOmio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Taranto 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 flight which can get you there in 3h 34m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.6kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $20, and a flight costs an average of $21.
Distance: 408 miles (658 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$38 Average price Cheapest | $78 Average price | $128 Average price | $222 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
9h 13m Average total duration 8h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 3m Average total duration 8h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 34m Average total duration Fastest 3h 34m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 7h 40m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.7 - 1.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.0 - 3.9kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Taranto to Bologna:
A bus is $39 (€32) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Taranto to Bologna costing on average $78 (€64).
A bus is $90 (€73) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Taranto to Bologna costing on average $128 (€105).
Other travel options to Bologna take longer:
Train takes on average 8h 33m.
Bus takes on average 8h 43m.
Tickets start at around $38 (€31) compared to roughly $222 (€182) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $184 (€151). The journey takes 8h 43m versus 7h 40m 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 Marino Autolinee, FlixBus, 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 Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 03:50PM | Duration 9h50 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:40AM | Arrival Time 02:10PM | Duration 7h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $58 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 03:10PM | Duration 8h10 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $58 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 03:50PM | Duration 7h20 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $58 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:35AM | Arrival Time 09:55PM | Duration 13h20 | Departure days Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $84 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:40AM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 7h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $58 |
Operator OneBus | Departure Time 09:55AM | Arrival Time 09:25PM | Duration 11h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $70 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 05:50PM | Duration 7h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $79 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:40AM | Arrival Time 01:15AM | Duration 13h35 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $109 |
Operator Frecciarossa | Departure Time 12:02PM | Arrival Time 09:53PM | Duration 9h51 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $129 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 04:15PM | Arrival Time 04:25AM | Duration 12h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 12:10AM | Duration 7h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $81 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 05:05PM | Arrival Time 02:50AM | Duration 9h45 | Departure days Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 03:50AM | Duration 9h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:15PM | Arrival Time 04:45AM | Duration 9h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 03:30AM | Duration 8h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $84 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 07:55AM | Duration 11h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 09:15PM | Arrival Time 07:15AM | Duration 10h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 10:25PM | Arrival Time 01:15PM | Duration 14h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:25PM | Arrival Time 12:05PM | Duration 13h40 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $73 |
The table below shows live departures for Taranto to Bologna buses for tomorrow, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
200 · 202 | 6:00 AM Taranto, Terminal Cimino | 9h50 | 3:50 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:40 AM Taranto, Terminal Cimino | 13h35 | 1:15 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1 transfer | |
2422 | 4:15 PM Taranto, Terminal Cimino | 12h10 | 4:25 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
036 | 6:30 PM Taranto, Terminal Cimino | 9h20 | 3:50 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:15 PM Taranto, Terminal Cimino | 9h30 | 4:45 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:30 PM Taranto, Terminal Cimino | 11h25 | 7:55 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
101 | 9:15 PM Taranto, Terminal Cimino | 10h00 | 7:15 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
1106 · 2126 | 10:25 PM Taranto, Terminal Cimino | 14h50 | 1:15 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:25 PM Taranto, Terminal Cimino | 13h40 | 12:05 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1 transfer | |
1106 · 3492 | 10:25 PM Taranto, Terminal Cimino | 13h15 | 11:40 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1 transfer | |
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Compare train, bus, and flight prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
Buses from Taranto to Bologna run on average 15 times per day, taking around 8h 43m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $20 (€16) if you book in advance.
There are 7 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:01, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 408 miles (658 km) distance in 9h 20m.
Distance 408 miles (658 km) |
Average bus duration 8h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price $20 (€16) |
Buses per day 15 |
Direct buses 7 |
Fastest bus 9h 20m |
First bus 12:01 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
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Cheapest Day Sat |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Best time to book 14 days |
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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Bologna Centrale, Bologna -> Piazza Maggiore, Bologna
A train ride is the most convenient and efficient means to commute between Bologna and Trento, as several companies offer regular connections between these two destinations. Trenitalia is the leading train operator from Bologna to Trento, and about 50 coaches connect these points daily, with 15 of them as a direct service. Usually, the train covers the distance in an average of 2h 57min. However, some services involve transfers during the journey and thus spend long durations before arriving in Trento.
Fifty trains connect the Bologna_Trento route daily, connecting the two cities in an average 2h 57min. Most of these operations along the Bologna_Trento route involve changes. However, 15 of them are direct trains ideal for passengers who don’t want the hassle of making changes on the trip. The earliest train leaving Bologna Centrale at about 5:05 a.m. The last ride for those who prefer evening connections leaves the same terminal at about 8:05 p.m.
Usually, a train from Bologna to Trento covers the trip in around 2h 57min, but the travel time might 5h 45min for the connections that make changes before arriving in Trento. Travelers who are lucky with their bookings might get faster connections that arrive in Trento in about 1h 58min. Fifty trains leave Bologna for Trento daily throughout the year, with the earliest train leaving Bologna Centrale at about 5:05 a.m. anad the last train leaves at about 8:05 p.m.


Departure train station: Passengers traveling to Trento from Bologna, board their coaches at the Bologna Centrale, a popular station frequently serviced by Trenitalia and other train companies in Italy. The station is located 0.9 mi (1.4km) from the city center of Bologna, and a bus can get you there in less than 8min. The station features various shops and cafes, parking lots, toilets, restaurants, and newspaper stands.
Arrival train station: A train from Bologna to Trento drops off passengers at Trento station, situated approximately 0.3mi (0.5km), and you can easily walk there in 10min. Close to the station are airport shuttles, lounges, and ticket offices, and clean restrooms.
Trenitalia runs most passenger transportation services from Bologna to Trento, covering the 109 mi (175 km) in 2h 57min. Trenitalia is Italy's government_owned train operator managing trains serving the Bologna to Trento route. There are 50 trains daily and some involve transfers during the journey and last up to 5h 37min to travel from Bologna to Trento. The quickest trip arrives in Trento 1h 58min. The first train takes off from Bologna Centrale at around 5:05 a.m., but the last train departs from the terminal at around 8:05 p.m.
There are thrilling experiences in several travel magazines of commuters who prefer night travels. Service providers along the Bologna_Trento run a couple of night coaches, with departures starting at around 6:54 p.m. until around 9:36 p.m. For an awesome experience, ensure you reserve a first_class seat and enjoy a comfortable and relaxing experience luxury like no other. Besides a large reclinable seat with headrest, a complimentary beverage and snack await you. Still, you can book a second_class coach where you’re sure of securing cheaper tickets, and mingling with other commuters with mutual interests.
A train to Trento from Bologna covers the 109 mi (175 km) in 2h 57min,

Trenitalia coaches plying the Bologna_Trento route consume significantly less energy than other available transportation options, such as planes and cars. They combust less fuel and subsequently release fewer volumes of carbon dioxide into the atmosphere. Climate change experts have analyzed these variations and report that train transportation reduces carbon footprints by about 30%, compared to the 10% by personal cars. Besides offering a sustainable travel, trains reduce your carbon footprints 13 times compared to cars. Therefore, consider leaving your car at the parking lot, and hopping onto the next train to Trento.
Booking the first_class cabin on your transit from Trento from Bologna offers you a magical ride full of thrills and luxury. Expect a bigger reclinable leather seat with ample headrest and legroom, allowing you to easily

Frequent train commuters from Bologna to Trento have grasped crucial tricks to have them save money. Firstly, they keenly plan their itinerary, marking their specific departures. Next, they book their journey’s in advance, about three months before their intended travel days. Such passengers also endeavor to reserve connections that involve several transfers between Bologna and Trento.



A weekend escape to Trento introduces you to a world of surprises featuring contemporary Italian architecture, museums, and castles. Spend a day at the Castello del Buonconsiglio and marvel at its beautiful interior, finished with an exceptional 15th_century Cycle of the Months. Inside, you’ll get a huge collection of archaeological and ethnological collections, period furniture, and sculptures. Those visiting with their families should consider visiting the Museum of Science, a stunning building that epitomizes Italian architecture. The kids will certainly love the internal settings, where they’re sure to learn more about fossil records and geological formations, including avalanches, glaciers, landscapes, as well as flora and fauna. A stop at the Cathedral lets you experience the magnificent mosaic floor and also get a chance to explore the remains of an early Christian Basilica. Conservation enthusiasts will find the Giardino Botanico Alpino Viote a fulfilling locale to spend an afternoon. The garden protects numerous species of rare and endangered plants. Join the locals and other guests at Day Trip to Lake Garda to enjoy water sports amid magnificent scenery for added adventure. Its dramatic western shore makes perfect for a memorable family photo. Lastly, ensure you sample Trento’s diverse gastronomic highlights before returning home. Alpine cheese and wines prepared using authentic recipes await. Other attractions at this destination include:
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Taranto 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 Taranto to Bologna buses use the Taranto, Terminal Cimino to Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) station pair. Use this guide to compare Taranto and Bologna bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Taranto, Terminal Cimino is 6 km from Taranto city centre. Public transport options include:
Taranto, Terminal Cimino has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Caffè Terminal (in the station), Ristorante Pizzeria Cimino (0.2 km), Trattoria Al Gambero (0.5 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located inside the terminal.
Ticket office support is available at Taranto, Terminal Cimino.
Available at Taranto, Terminal Cimino: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Taranto, Terminal Cimino: 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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