How to travel from Bologna to Perugia

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Compare bus and train for Bologna to Perugia

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bologna to Perugia among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $15 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 3h 32m. 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 $15, while a train costs an average of $28.

Distance: 108 miles (175 km)

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$28

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$15

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$57

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3h 55m

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3h 25m

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3h 32m

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3h 2m

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2h 56m

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0.2 - 0.4kg

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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 Perugia is a bus with an average price of $15.

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

A bus is $13 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bologna to Perugia costing on average $28.

The fastest way to travel from Bologna to Perugia is by bus with an average journey time of 3h 32m.

Other travel options to Perugia take longer:

Train takes on average 3h 55m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Bologna and Perugia including taking a bus and train.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Bologna to Perugia 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 $28 compared to roughly $57 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $29. The journey takes 3h 25m versus 2h 56m 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 Perugia

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

Our recommendation

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

  • Itabus2411
    12:40 PM3h20
    Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
    4:00 PMPerugia, Via Cortonese (Fontivegge)
    $131One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • Itabus2411
    12:40 PM3h20
    Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
    4:00 PMPerugia, Via Cortonese (Fontivegge)
    $131One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • FrecciarossaFRECCIAROSSA 9329
    8:12 PM2h18
    Bologna Centrale
    10:30 PMPerugia station
    $591One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • RegionaleRegionale TTPER 17935 · Regionale 18519 · Regionale Veloce 4081
    2:05 PM4h13
    Bologna Centrale
    6:18 PMPerugia Università
    $281One-way
    2 transfers
  • RegionaleRegionale 17821 · Regionale 18515 · Regionale Veloce 4091
    11:05 AM5h09
    Bologna Centrale
    4:14 PMPerugia Università
    $281One-way
    2 transfers
  • RegionaleRegionale 17817 · Regionale 18509 · Regionale Veloce 4077
    9:05 AM5h09
    Bologna Centrale
    2:14 PMPerugia Capitini
    $281One-way
    2 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    2:50 AM3h20
    Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
    6:10 AMPerugia, Piazza Partigiani
    $151One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    3:10 AM3h55
    Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
    7:05 AMPerugia, Piazza Partigiani
    $151One-way
    0 transfers
  • Itabus3827
    3:05 AM3h20
    Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
    6:25 AMPerugia, Via Cortonese (Fontivegge)
    $181One-way
    0 transfers
  • ITAAZ1318+RegionaleRegionale 83109 · Regionale 12557+IntercityIntercity 546
    3:30 PM6h54
    Bologna Airport
    10:24 PMPerugia station
    $1461One-way
    3 transfers
  • ITAAZ1318+IntercityIntercity 546+Leonardo ExpressLeonardo express 4663
    3:30 PM6h54
    Bologna Airport
    10:24 PMPerugia station
    $1661One-way
    2 transfers
  • ITAAZ1314+RegionaleRegionale 83087 · Regionale 12551 · Regionale Veloce 4736
    11:05 AM8h30
    Bologna Airport
    7:35 PMPerugia station
    $2551One-way
    3 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Bologna to Perugia

Travel to Perugia 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 Perugia.

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There are 2 options to travel between Bologna and Perugia including taking a bus and train.
The cheapest way to travel from Bologna to Perugia is a bus with an average price of $15.

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

A bus is $13 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bologna to Perugia costing on average $28.

The fastest way to travel from Bologna to Perugia is by bus with an average journey time of 3h 32m.

Other travel options to Perugia take longer:

Train takes on average 3h 55m.

The distance from Bologna to Perugia is approximately 108 miles (175 km).
The average frequency per day from Bologna to Perugia is:
  • Around 44 trains per day.
  • Around 18 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Bologna and Perugia 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 Perugia:
  • Trains mostly depart from Bologna Centrale and arrive in Perugia station.
  • Buses mostly depart from Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) and arrive in Perugia, Piazza Partigiani.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Bologna to Perugia, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Regionale, Intercity, Frecciarossa, Intercity Notte, Trenitalia to go to Perugia by train.
  • Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, Itabus, Autolinee Federico to go to Perugia by bus.
Yes, there are direct services available from Bologna to Perugia with the following travel companies:
  • 2 direct trains per day with Intercity, Frecciarossa.
  • 7 direct buses per day with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, Itabus.
Omio customers who travel from Bologna to Perugia often also extend their vacation to go to Rome, Florence, Milan, Assisi, Naples. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Perugia and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Perugia to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Perugia, visitors can explore the Perugina Chocolate Factory to learn about Baci chocolates, stroll along Corso Vannucci for shopping, and visit the Etruscan Well to see ancient engineering. The National Archaeological Museum of Umbria offers insights into history, while Giardini Carducci provides beautiful views. Notable sights include Rocca Paolina with its underground passages, the intricately adorned Fontana Maggiore, and the art-rich Galleria Nazionale dell'Umbria. The Gothic-style Perugia Cathedral and the vibrant Piazza IV Novembre are also must-see attractions.
To fully experience Perugia, including its historical sites, local cuisine, and cultural events, a stay of 2 to 3 days is recommended.

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