How to travel from Bologna to Assisi

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Compare bus and train for Bologna to Assisi

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bologna to Assisi among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €31 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 4h 27m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €31, while a train costs an average of €41.

Distance: 117 miles (189 km)

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€41

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€31

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Cheapest

€48

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4h 44m

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4h 14m

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4h 27m

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3h 57m

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3h 2m

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Bologna to Assisi is a bus with an average price of €31.

This is compared to other travel options from Bologna to Assisi:

A bus is €10 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bologna to Assisi costing on average €41.

The fastest way to travel from Bologna to Assisi is by bus with an average journey time of 4h 27m.

Other travel options to Assisi take longer:

Train takes on average 4h 44m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Bologna and Assisi including taking a bus and train.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Bologna to Assisi among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around €41 compared to roughly €48 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €7. The journey takes 4h 14m versus 3h 2m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.

Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.

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from Bologna to Assisi

How to get from Bologna to Assisi by train, bus or flight.

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The best way to travel from Bologna to Assisi is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • RegionaleRegionale 17835 · Regionale 18849 · Regionale Veloce 4085
    3:46 PM4h59
    Bologna San Ruffillo
    8:45 PMAssisi station
    €251One-way
    2 transfers

Cheapest

  • RegionaleRegionale 17835 · Regionale 18849 · Regionale Veloce 4085
    3:46 PM4h59
    Bologna San Ruffillo
    8:45 PMAssisi station
    €251One-way
    2 transfers

Fastest

  • FrecciarossaFRECCIAROSSA 9329+RegionaleRegionale Veloce 4089
    8:12 PM2h47
    Bologna Centrale
    10:59 PMAssisi station
    €581One-way
    1 transfer

Other options

  • RegionaleRegionale 17817 · Regionale 18829 · Regionale Veloce 4077
    9:16 AM5h31
    Bologna San Ruffillo
    2:47 PMAssisi station
    €251One-way
    2 transfers
  • RegionaleRegionale TTPER 17827 · Regionale 18843 · Regionale Veloce 4081
    1:16 PM5h34
    Bologna San Ruffillo
    6:50 PMAssisi station
    €251One-way
    2 transfers
  • RegionaleRegionale 17839 · Regionale 18859 · Regionale Veloce 4089
    5:16 PM5h43
    Bologna San Ruffillo
    10:59 PMAssisi station
    €251One-way
    2 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    3:50 PM3h55
    Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
    7:45 PMAssisi, Santa Maria degli Angeli Stazione
    €271One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    8:50 AM5h25
    Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
    2:15 PMAssisi, Santa Maria degli Angeli Stazione
    €311One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    8:50 AM5h35
    Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
    2:25 PMAssisi, Pizza San Pietro
    €311One-way
    1 transfer
  • ITAAZ1314+RegionaleRegionale 20659 · Regionale Veloce 4730
    11:05 AM5h22
    Bologna Airport
    4:27 PMAssisi station
    €1071One-way
    2 transfers
  • ITAAZ1312+RegionaleRegionale 20633 · Regionale Veloce 4512 · Regionale 7516
    6:30 AM8h12
    Bologna Airport
    2:42 PMAssisi station
    €1071One-way
    3 transfers
  • ITAAZ1314+RegionaleRegionale 20695 · Regionale Veloce 4732
    11:05 AM9h12
    Bologna Airport
    8:17 PMAssisi station
    €1071One-way
    2 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Bologna to Assisi

Travel to Assisi easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Bologna to Assisi.

FAQs
There are 2 options to travel between Bologna and Assisi including taking a bus and train.
The cheapest way to travel from Bologna to Assisi is a bus with an average price of €31.

This is compared to other travel options from Bologna to Assisi:

A bus is €10 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bologna to Assisi costing on average €41.

The fastest way to travel from Bologna to Assisi is by bus with an average journey time of 4h 27m.

Other travel options to Assisi take longer:

Train takes on average 4h 44m.

The distance from Bologna to Assisi is approximately 117 miles (189 km).
The average frequency per day from Bologna to Assisi is:
  • Around 16 trains per day.
  • Around 2 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Bologna and Assisi as scheduled services by bus and train can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Bologna to Assisi:
  • Flights mostly depart from Bologna Airport and arrive in Perugia San Egidio Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Bologna Centrale and arrive in Assisi station.
  • Buses mostly depart from Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) and arrive in Assisi, Santa Maria degli Angeli Stazione.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Bologna to Assisi, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Assisi by bus.
  • Travel with Frecciarossa, Intercity, Regionale, Frecciargento, Intercity Notte to go to Assisi by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Bologna to Assisi:
  • 1 direct buses per day with FlixBus.
Omio customers who travel from Bologna to Assisi often also extend their vacation to go to Rome, Florence, Rome Termini, Perugia, Scandicci. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Assisi and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Assisi to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Assisi, you can visit the Assisi Cathedral, explore the Temple of Minerva in Piazza del Comune, enjoy a wine tasting tour in the Umbrian countryside, participate in a guided walking tour, and attend local festivals to experience the vibrant culture. Notable sights include the Basilica of Saint Francis of Assisi, known for its frescoes, Rocca Maggiore for panoramic views, the Basilica of Santa Chiara with its beautiful stonework, the lively Piazza del Comune, and the peaceful Eremo delle Carceri on Mount Subasio.
Two to three days are typically sufficient to explore the main attractions of Assisi, such as the Basilica of San Francesco, Rocca Maggiore, and Santa Maria degli Angeli, while also enjoying the town’s charming streets and local cuisine.

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