- Must visit
Musée du Louvre
The World’s most visited museum, home to the Mona Lisa, vast antiquities collections, and major French masterpieces. Essential for first-time visitors.
Cheapest price
$74
Average price
$128
Fastest journey
15 h 15 m
Average duration
15 h 30 m
Buses per day
16
Distance
839 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Bologna to Paris is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bologna to Paris will cost around $128 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $74.
Of the 16 buses that leave Bologna for Paris on Sat, Jun 20, 4 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 839 km distance in an average of 15 h 30 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 15 h 15 m .
On Sat, Jun 20 the slowest buses will take 15 h 55 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.
2126 · 3092
3804 · 3090
FlixBus · FlixBus
FlixBus · FlixBus
94742
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94742
FlixBus · FlixBusOmio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Bologna to Paris among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $24. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 52m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 0.8 - 2.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $24, and a flight costs an average of $51.
Distance: 521 miles (839 km)
| Bus | Most popular Flight | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$74 Average price Cheapest | $204 Average price | $127 Average price | $406 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
17h 54m Average total duration 17h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 52m Average total duration Fastest 2h 52m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 6h 57m Average total duration 6h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 40m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.8 - 2.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.5 - 5.0kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Bologna to Paris:
A bus is $53 (€43) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bologna to Paris costing on average $127 (€104).
A bus is $130 (€107) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bologna to Paris costing on average $204 (€167).
Other travel options to Paris take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 27m.
Bus takes on average 17h 24m.
Tickets start at around $74 (€61) compared to roughly $406 (€333) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $332 (€272). The journey takes 17h 24m versus 10h 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 BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, 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 FlixBus | Departure Time 01:20AM | Arrival Time 07:35PM | Duration 18h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $82 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:05AM | Arrival Time 09:05PM | Duration 17h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $147 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:10AM | Arrival Time 09:05PM | Duration 15h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $76 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:40AM | Arrival Time 09:30PM | Duration 12h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $94 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:50AM | Arrival Time 06:45AM | Duration 18h55 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $100 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 01:25PM | Arrival Time 06:10AM | Duration 16h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:25PM | Arrival Time 05:50AM | Duration 15h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $87 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 07:45AM | Duration 16h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $76 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 03:40PM | Arrival Time 07:10AM | Duration 15h30 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $88 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 05:45PM | Arrival Time 10:40AM | Duration 16h55 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:10PM | Arrival Time 09:35AM | Duration 15h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $82 |
Operator RegioJet a.s. | Departure Time 06:35PM | Arrival Time 12:20PM | Duration 41h45 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $146 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:10PM | Arrival Time 07:50AM | Duration 11h40 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $105 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:20PM | Arrival Time 02:45PM | Duration 18h25 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $93 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 08:40PM | Arrival Time 11:55AM | Duration 15h15 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $88 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:20PM | Arrival Time 06:40PM | Duration 20h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $74 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:55PM | Arrival Time 08:10PM | Duration 20h15 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $70 |
The table below shows live departures for Bologna to Paris 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:50 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 18h55 | 6:45 AM Paris, Porte Maillot | 1 transfer | |
2126 · 3092 | 1:25 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 16h45 | 6:10 AM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 2:25 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 15h25 | 5:50 AM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:00 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 16h45 | 7:45 AM Paris, Porte Maillot | 1 transfer | |
94742 | 3:40 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 15h30 | 7:10 AM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 0 transfersDirect | |
3804 · 3090 | 5:45 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 16h55 | 10:40 AM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 6:10 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 15h25 | 9:35 AM Paris, Porte Maillot | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:10 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 16h20 | 10:30 AM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:10 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 20h25 | 2:35 PM Champigny-sur-Marne, Avenue des Grands Godets / D145 | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:20 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 18h25 | 2:45 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:20 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 20h20 | 6:40 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:55 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 20h15 | 8:10 PM Paris, Porte Maillot | 1 transfer | |
| Saturday, June 20 | |||||
FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:20 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 18h50 | 8:10 PM Paris, Porte Maillot | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:20 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 18h15 | 7:35 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:10 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 15h55 | 9:05 PM Paris, Porte Maillot | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:10 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 16h40 | 9:50 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Bologna to Paris run on average 10 times per day, taking around 17h 24m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $24 (€19) if you book in advance.
There are 3 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:20, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 521 miles (839 km) distance in 15h 15m.
Distance 521 miles (839 km) |
Average bus duration 17h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price $24 (€19) |
Buses per day 10 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 15h 15m |
First bus 12:20 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
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