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Pinacoteca Nazionale di Bologna
Leading city museum with major Italian paintings from the Middle Ages to modern times, essential for understanding Bologna's art history.
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Trento to Bologna is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Trento to Bologna will cost around $23 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $17.
On Tue, Nov 03, we found 12 buses from Trento to Bologna, including 6 direct services.
On Tue, Nov 03 the direct buses cover the 176 km distance in an average of 3 h 6 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 50 m .
On Tue, Nov 03 the slowest buses will take 3 h 20 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.
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Buses from Trento to Bologna run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 12m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $12 if you book in advance.
There are 7 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 02:45, the last at 23:54. The fastest bus covers the 109 miles (176 km) distance in 2h 30m.
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Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Trento to Bologna.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:45AM | Arrival Time 06:45AM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:40AM | Arrival Time 07:30AM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00AM | Arrival Time 07:40AM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:20AM | Arrival Time 09:40AM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:50AM | Arrival Time 11:00AM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 11:00AM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 11:10AM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator Regionale | Departure Time 08:09AM | Arrival Time 01:45PM | Duration 5h36 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator Frecciarossa | Departure Time 08:09AM | Arrival Time 12:59PM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator Regionale | Departure Time 08:19AM | Arrival Time 01:45PM | Duration 5h26 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:40AM | Arrival Time 11:30AM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 12:20PM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator Regionale | Departure Time 10:05AM | Arrival Time 03:45PM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator Regionale | Departure Time 10:14AM | Arrival Time 03:45PM | Duration 5h31 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator Regionale | Departure Time 10:24AM | Arrival Time 03:45PM | Duration 5h21 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator Sindbad | Departure Time 11:25AM | Arrival Time 03:35PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:05PM | Arrival Time 03:40PM | Duration 3h35 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:10PM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 04:30PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 04:50PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 05:40PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 07:10PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:10PM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:25PM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 3h05 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:40PM | Arrival Time 07:10PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:10PM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 07:45PM | Arrival Time 11:20PM | Duration 3h35 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 10:20PM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 11:00PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 02:30AM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $15 |
The table below shows live departures for Trento to Bologna buses for today, Monday, November 2. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus | 3:45 AM Trento, Lungadige San Nicolò | 3h00 | 6:45 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:40 AM Trento, Lungadige San Nicolò | 2h50 | 7:30 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:50 AM Trento, Lungadige San Nicolò | 3h10 | 11:00 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:00 AM Trento, Lungadige San Nicolò | 3h10 | 11:10 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Autobus TT TT05 · Regionale 16515+ FRECCIAROSSA 9415 | 8:09 AM Trento Santa Chiara | 4h50 | 12:59 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Autobus TT TT05 · Autobus VE407 · Regionale Veloce 3973 | 8:09 AM Trento Santa Chiara | 5h36 | 1:45 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Autobus TT TT05 · Autobus VE407 · Regionale Veloce 3973 | 8:19 AM Povo-Mesiano | 5h26 | 1:45 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Autobus TT 925 · Autobus VE409 · Regionale Veloce 3977 | 10:05 AM Trento station | 5h40 | 3:45 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Autobus TT 925 · Autobus VE409 · Regionale Veloce 3977 | 10:14 AM Trento Santa Chiara | 5h31 | 3:45 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Autobus TT 925 · Autobus VE409 · Regionale Veloce 3977 | 10:24 AM Povo-Mesiano | 5h21 | 3:45 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus | 12:05 PM Trento, Lungadige San Nicolò | 3h35 | 3:40 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:30 PM Trento, Lungadige San Nicolò | 3h20 | 4:50 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:10 PM Trento, Lungadige San Nicolò | 3h20 | 7:30 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
073 | 7:45 PM Trento, Lungadige San Nicolò | 3h35 | 11:20 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:00 PM Trento, Lungadige San Nicolò | 3h00 | 11:00 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
3591 | 11:00 PM Trento, Lungadige San Nicolò | 3h30 | 2:30 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Trento to Bologna with FlixBus, Marino Autolinee, and GoOpti. Overnight buses available on this route with FlixBus. Use the details below to compare onboard facilities.
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Leading city museum with major Italian paintings from the Middle Ages to modern times, essential for understanding Bologna's art history.
Archaeological museum with rich Egyptian, Etruscan, Greek, and Roman collections in a central historic palace.
Museum of Bologna's urban history using objects, rooms, and multimedia to trace the city from antiquity to today.
Bologna's main square, surrounded by landmark buildings and always lively, ideal for architecture, people-watching, and orientation.
Historic market quarter with narrow lanes, medieval character, and vibrant street life just behind Piazza Maggiore.
Long portico route climbing toward San Luca, UNESCO-listed and perfect for a memorable urban walk with changing views.
Handmade egg pasta ribbons traditionally served with slow-cooked ragù. A defining Bolognese dish protected by local culinary tradition.
Small ring-shaped stuffed pasta, usually filled with pork and Parmigiano Reggiano, served in rich capon or beef broth. A classic festive dish.
Green spinach pasta layered with ragù, béchamel, and Parmigiano. Bologna's traditional baked lasagna is richer and more refined than many versions abroad.
Elegant Michelin-starred restaurant serving refined Emilian cuisine in a polished, intimate space within central Bologna.
Traditional deli and wine bar famed for mortadella, cheeses, fresh pasta, and informal counter dining in the Quadrilatero market area.
Historic trattoria known for classic Bolognese pasta, cured meats, and traditional dining rooms with a warm, old-city atmosphere.
Moderate for Italy: stays and dining are cheaper than Rome or Milan, while transit is affordable and tourist-center prices stay manageable.
Tipping is optional. Service may be included. Round up or leave €1-2 at cafes, 5-10% in restaurants for great service, and round up taxi fares.
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Bologna Stazione Centrale -> Piazza Maggiore, Bologna
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Trento 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 Trento to Bologna buses use the Trento, Lungadige San Nicolò to Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) station pair, with some services arriving at Bologna, Aeroporto di Bologna. Use this guide to compare Trento and Bologna bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Trento, Lungadige San Nicolò has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Trento, Lungadige San Nicolò. ATMs are available at Trento, Lungadige San Nicolò.
Ticket office support is available at Trento, Lungadige San Nicolò.
Available at Trento, Lungadige San Nicolò: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Trento, Lungadige San Nicolò: Accessible for wheelchair users.
Trento, F.S. has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Small cafe available nearby.
Wi-Fi is available at Trento, F.S.. ATMs are available at Trento, F.S..
Ticket office support is available at Trento, F.S..
Available at Trento, F.S.: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Trento, F.S.: Station is accessible with ramps.
TN, Sanseverino "albere"/muse has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at TN, Sanseverino "albere"/muse. ATMs are available at TN, Sanseverino "albere"/muse.
Ticket office support is available at TN, Sanseverino "albere"/muse.
Available at TN, Sanseverino "albere"/muse: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at TN, Sanseverino "albere"/muse: Buses are accessible for people with reduced mobility.
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.
Bologna, Aeroporto di Bologna is 5 km from Bologna city centre. Public transport options include:
Bologna, Aeroporto di Bologna has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and in the arrivals area.
Ticket office support is available at Bologna, Aeroporto di Bologna.
Available at Bologna, Aeroporto di Bologna: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bologna, Aeroporto di Bologna: Elevators, ramps.
Bolonʹya, Rizzoli(Болонья, Rizzoli) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Bolonʹya, Rizzoli(Болонья, Rizzoli). ATMs are available at Bolonʹya, Rizzoli(Болонья, Rizzoli).
Ticket office support is available at Bolonʹya, Rizzoli(Болонья, Rizzoli).
Available at Bolonʹya, Rizzoli(Болонья, Rizzoli): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bolonʹya, Rizzoli(Болонья, Rizzoli): The bus station is accessible for people with disabilities.
Check bus stations information for Trento and Bologna, including where buses depart and arrive on this route.