- Must visit
Pinacoteca Nazionale di Bologna
Major fine arts museum with important works from the Bolognese school, including Giotto, Raphael, Perugino, and the Carracci.
Cheapest price
$10
Average price
$119
Fastest journey
1 h 50 m
Average duration
2 h 13 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
129 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Venice to Bologna Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Venice to Bologna Airport will cost around $119 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $10.
Of the 4 buses that leave Venice for Bologna Airport on Wed, Jun 03, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Jun 03 the direct buses cover the 129 km distance in an average of 2 h 13 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 50 m .
On Wed, Jun 03 the slowest buses will take 2 h 30 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 Venice to Bologna Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from $10. For those with little time consider booking a ferry which can get you there in 21m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of $10, and a bus costs an average of $6.
Distance: 80 miles (129 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Ferry | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$164 Average price | $33 Average price | $10 Average price Cheapest | $32 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 38m Average total duration 2h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 30m Average total duration 2h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 21m Average total duration Fastest 21m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 1h 32m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Venice to Bologna Airport:
A ferry is $23 (€19) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Venice to Bologna Airport costing on average $33 (€27).
A ferry is $154 (€124) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Venice to Bologna Airport costing on average $164 (€132).
Other travel options to Bologna Airport take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 0m.
Bus takes on average 2h 8m.
You'll arrive about -1h -36m sooner (2h 8m by bus vs 1h 32m by car) and save roughly $-132.73 (€-106.96) compared to fuel and tolls ($164 (€132) vs $32 (€25)). 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, GoOpti.
Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 12:00AM | Arrival Time 02:00AM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $114 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 01:00AM | Arrival Time 03:00AM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $114 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 01:15AM | Arrival Time 03:15AM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $114 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 02:00AM | Arrival Time 04:15AM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $114 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 03:00AM | Arrival Time 05:00AM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $114 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 04:00AM | Arrival Time 05:50AM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $114 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 05:00AM | Arrival Time 07:00AM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $114 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 05:50AM | Arrival Time 08:00AM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 08:15AM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $114 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 09:15AM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $66 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 07:15AM | Arrival Time 09:15AM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $114 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:20AM | Arrival Time 08:40AM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 09:30AM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Wed, Sat | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 10:15AM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $114 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 11:00AM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $114 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 09:05AM | Arrival Time 11:20AM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $60 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 12:15PM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $114 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 10:15AM | Arrival Time 12:15PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $114 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:20AM | Arrival Time 12:20PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 01:15PM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $114 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 02:15PM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $114 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 03:15PM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $298 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 02:10PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 01:45PM | Arrival Time 03:55PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $65 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 03:50PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 04:15PM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $293 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 05:15PM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $298 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 03:05PM | Arrival Time 04:55PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $371 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 03:45PM | Arrival Time 05:45PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $114 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $114 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 06:40PM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 07:15PM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $114 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 08:15PM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $114 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 09:15PM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $114 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 10:15PM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $114 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:10PM | Arrival Time 09:50PM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 11:15PM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $386 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:10PM | Arrival Time 10:30PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 12:15AM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $381 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 01:15AM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Sat | Cheapest price $392 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 11:55PM | Arrival Time 02:25AM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $10 |
The table below shows live departures for Venice to Bologna Airport buses for today, Monday, June 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 10:00 AM Venezia, Piazzale Pietro Favretti (Venezia Mestre) | 2h00 | 12:00 PM Bologna, Aeroporto di Bologna | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:00 AM Venice | 2h00 | 12:00 PM Bologna, Aeroporto di Bologna | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:00 AM Venezia, Aeroporto Marco Polo di Venezia | 2h15 | 12:15 PM Bologna, Aeroporto di Bologna | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:00 AM Venezia, Aeroporto Marco Polo di Venezia | 2h15 | 1:15 PM Bologna, Aeroporto di Bologna | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:00 AM Venezia, Piazzale Pietro Favretti (Venezia Mestre) | 2h00 | 1:00 PM Bologna, Aeroporto di Bologna | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:00 AM Venice | 2h00 | 1:00 PM Bologna, Aeroporto di Bologna | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:00 PM Venezia, Aeroporto Marco Polo di Venezia | 2h15 | 2:15 PM Bologna, Aeroporto di Bologna | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:00 PM Venezia, Piazzale Pietro Favretti (Venezia Mestre) | 2h00 | 2:00 PM Bologna, Aeroporto di Bologna | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:00 PM Venice | 2h00 | 2:00 PM Bologna, Aeroporto di Bologna | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:00 PM Venice | 2h00 | 3:00 PM Bologna, Aeroporto di Bologna | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:00 PM Venezia, Aeroporto Marco Polo di Venezia | 2h15 | 3:15 PM Bologna, Aeroporto di Bologna | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:00 PM Venezia, Piazzale Pietro Favretti (Venezia Mestre) | 2h00 | 3:00 PM Bologna, Aeroporto di Bologna | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:00 PM Venice | 2h00 | 4:00 PM Bologna, Aeroporto di Bologna | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:00 PM Venezia, Aeroporto Marco Polo di Venezia | 2h15 | 4:15 PM Bologna, Aeroporto di Bologna | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:00 PM Venezia, Piazzale Pietro Favretti (Venezia Mestre) | 2h00 | 4:00 PM Bologna, Aeroporto di Bologna | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:00 PM Venezia, Aeroporto Marco Polo di Venezia | 2h15 | 5:15 PM Bologna, Aeroporto di Bologna | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:00 PM Venezia, Piazzale Pietro Favretti (Venezia Mestre) | 2h00 | 5:00 PM Bologna, Aeroporto di Bologna | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:00 PM Venice | 2h00 | 5:00 PM Bologna, Aeroporto di Bologna | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:00 PM Venezia, Piazzale Pietro Favretti (Venezia Mestre) | 2h00 | 6:00 PM Bologna, Aeroporto di Bologna | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:00 PM Venezia, Aeroporto Marco Polo di Venezia | 2h15 | 6:15 PM Bologna, Aeroporto di Bologna | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:00 PM Venice | 2h15 | 6:15 PM Bologna, Aeroporto di Bologna | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:00 PM Venezia, Piazzale Pietro Favretti (Venezia Mestre) | 2h00 | 7:00 PM Bologna, Aeroporto di Bologna | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:00 PM Venice | 2h15 | 7:15 PM Bologna, Aeroporto di Bologna | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:00 PM Venezia, Aeroporto Marco Polo di Venezia | 2h15 | 7:15 PM Bologna, Aeroporto di Bologna | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:00 PM Venezia, Aeroporto Marco Polo di Venezia | 2h15 | 8:15 PM Bologna, Aeroporto di Bologna | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:00 PM Venezia, Piazzale Pietro Favretti (Venezia Mestre) | 2h00 | 8:00 PM Bologna, Aeroporto di Bologna | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:00 PM Venice | 2h15 | 8:15 PM Bologna, Aeroporto di Bologna | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:00 PM Venezia, Aeroporto Marco Polo di Venezia | 2h15 | 9:15 PM Bologna, Aeroporto di Bologna | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:00 PM Venice | 2h15 | 9:15 PM Bologna, Aeroporto di Bologna | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:00 PM Venezia, Piazzale Pietro Favretti (Venezia Mestre) | 2h00 | 9:00 PM Bologna, Aeroporto di Bologna | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:00 PM Venezia, Aeroporto Marco Polo di Venezia | 2h15 | 10:15 PM Bologna, Aeroporto di Bologna | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:00 PM Venezia, Piazzale Pietro Favretti (Venezia Mestre) | 2h00 | 10:00 PM Bologna, Aeroporto di Bologna | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:00 PM Venice | 2h15 | 10:15 PM Bologna, Aeroporto di Bologna | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:00 PM Venezia, Aeroporto Marco Polo di Venezia | 2h15 | 11:15 PM Bologna, Aeroporto di Bologna | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:00 PM Venezia, Piazzale Pietro Favretti (Venezia Mestre) | 2h00 | 11:00 PM Bologna, Aeroporto di Bologna | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:00 PM Venice | 2h15 | 11:15 PM Bologna, Aeroporto di Bologna | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:00 PM Venezia, Aeroporto Marco Polo di Venezia | 2h15 | 12:15 AM Bologna, Aeroporto di Bologna | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:00 PM Venice | 2h15 | 12:15 AM Bologna, Aeroporto di Bologna | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:00 PM Venezia, Piazzale Pietro Favretti (Venezia Mestre) | 2h00 | 12:00 AM Bologna, Aeroporto di Bologna | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:00 PM Venice | 2h15 | 1:15 AM Bologna, Aeroporto di Bologna | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:00 PM Venezia, Aeroporto Marco Polo di Venezia | 2h15 | 1:15 AM Bologna, Aeroporto di Bologna | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:00 PM Venezia, Piazzale Pietro Favretti (Venezia Mestre) | 2h00 | 1:00 AM Bologna, Aeroporto di Bologna | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Tuesday, June 2 | |||||
![]() | 2:00 AM Venice | 2h15 | 4:15 AM Bologna Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:00 AM Venice | 1h50 | 5:50 AM Bologna Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:00 AM Venice | 2h15 | 9:15 AM Bologna Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Venice to Bologna Airport run on average 55 times per day, taking around 2h 8m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $6 (€5) if you book in advance.
There are 55 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:15, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 80 miles (129 km) distance in 1h 40m.
Distance 80 miles (129 km) |
Average bus duration 2h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price $6 (€5) |
Buses per day 55 |
Direct buses 55 |
Fastest bus 1h 40m |
First bus 12:15 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
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Discover the best of Bologna Airport — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Bologna Airport trip today.
Major fine arts museum with important works from the Bolognese school, including Giotto, Raphael, Perugino, and the Carracci.
Brand museum at Ducati headquarters near the airport, showcasing iconic motorcycles, racing history, and Italian industrial design.
Bologna's main modern art museum, known for contemporary exhibitions and a strong permanent collection in a former bakery complex.
Bologna's principal square, surrounded by major civic and religious landmarks, and the essential starting point for exploring the city.
The famous porticoed route leading uphill to San Luca, ideal for a memorable walk and one of Bologna's most distinctive experiences.
Historic central district of narrow lanes, markets, and medieval urban fabric, now highly popular with visitors and social media creators.
Bologna’s signature pasta dish: fresh egg tagliatelle served with a slow-cooked meat ragù. It is one of the city’s most iconic traditional recipes.
Small handmade pasta parcels filled with meat and served in rich capon or beef broth. A classic festive and deeply traditional Bolognese dish.
Layered pasta baked with ragù, béchamel, and Parmigiano Reggiano, often made with green spinach pasta sheets in Bologna.
Well-known traditional trattoria praised for handmade pasta and classic Bolognese dishes in a warm, unfussy setting.
Popular casual spot in central Bologna known for fresh stuffed pasta, tagliatelle, and a lively atmosphere.
Historic Bologna restaurant with elegant old-school service, especially known for tortellini, bollito, and classic regional cuisine.
Prices are moderate by Italian standards. Airport dining costs more than in the city, especially for snacks and coffee.
Service is often included or covered by a coperto. Tipping is not required, but rounding up or leaving EUR 1-2 for good service is appreciated. In restaurants, 5-10% is generous.
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Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport -> Bologna Centrale
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Venice to Bologna Airport 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 Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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