Where do people depart from and arrive in when traveling from Bologna to Pisa?

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Bologna to Pisa: Trains mostly depart from Bologna Centrale and arrive in Pisa Centrale. Buses mostly depart from Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) and arrive in Pisa, Via delle Fiamme Gialle (Park Pietrasantina).

Which travel companies can get me from Bologna to Pisa?

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Bologna to Pisa, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you: Travel with FlixBus, Marino Autolinee, BlaBlaCar, TPER spa to go to Pisa by bus. Travel with Regionale, Intercity, Intercity Notte, Frecciarossa, Italo, Trenitalia to go to Pisa by train.

Can I find a direct route between Bologna and Pisa?

Yes, there is a direct route available from Bologna to Pisa: 5 direct buses per day with FlixBus, Marino Autolinee, BlaBlaCar.

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

Regionale 17831 · Regionale 34108 · Regionale 18586
2:16 PM2h57
Bologna San Ruffillo
5:13 PMPisa Centrale
$191One-way
2 transfers

Cheapest

Regionale 17831 · Regionale 34108 · Regionale 18586
2:16 PM2h57
Bologna San Ruffillo
5:13 PMPisa Centrale
$191One-way
2 transfers

Fastest

FRECCIAROSSA 9321+Regionale Veloce 4045
4:12 PM1h39
Bologna Centrale
5:51 PMPisa Centrale
$531One-way
1 transfer

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Bus

Regionale 17855 · Regionale 34078 · Regionale 18558
6:16 AM3h00
Bologna San Ruffillo
9:16 AMPisa Centrale
$191One-way
2 transfers
Regionale 17843 · Regionale 34124 · Regionale 83665
6:16 PM3h27
Bologna San Ruffillo
9:43 PMPisa Centrale
$191One-way
2 transfers
Regionale 17845 · Regionale 34126 · Regionale 18610
6:46 PM3h27
Bologna San Ruffillo
10:13 PMPisa Centrale
$191One-way
2 transfers

FlixBus
6:30 PM3h05
Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
9:35 PMPisa, Via delle Fiamme Gialle (Park Pietrasantina)
$201One-way
0 transfers
FlixBus
9:40 PM3h10
Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
12:50 AMPisa, Via delle Fiamme Gialle (Park Pietrasantina)
$201One-way
0 transfers
FlixBus
3:30 PM2h35
Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
6:05 PMPisa, Via delle Fiamme Gialle (Park Pietrasantina)
$211One-way
0 transfers

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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bologna to Pisa among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 29m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $11, and a train costs an average of $18.

Distance: 71 miles (115 km)

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Most popular Train	Bus
$20 Average price	$19 Average price Cheapest
2h 59m Average total duration Fastest 2h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	3h 14m Average total duration 2h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time*
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest	0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions
Most popular train company	Most popular bus company
Direct Options	Direct Options

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The cheapest way to travel from Bologna to Pisa is a bus with an average price of $19 (€16).

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

A bus is $0.69 (€0.56) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bologna to Pisa costing on average $20 (€16).

The fastest way to travel from Bologna to Pisa is by train with an average journey time of 2h 29m.

Other travel options to Pisa take longer:

Bus takes on average 2h 44m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Bologna and Pisa including taking a train and bus.

We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Bologna to Pisa among Omio's users.

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How to get from Bologna to Pisa

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Whether it is for business or leisure, in order to travel from Bologna to Pisa, 70,18% of our customers choose the train as their preferred mode of transportation. By traveling by train on this route, you can enjoy the comfort of spacious seats, spectacular views—and in some cases free Wi-Fi—in both second and first class. Our customers have decided that the train is the best way to get from Bologna to Pisa and have chosen to enjoy this fast, safe and efficient way to arrive at their destination. Taking the train also avoids long lines or potential expenses for transfers to/from the station—especially since most main railway stations are located in the city center. Train companies in Europe vary from country to country, but most of them offer high-speed train routes, therefore when you add up at the end-to-end journey time, the train is often also the fastest way to get to your destination.

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There are 2 options to travel between Bologna and Pisa including taking a train and bus.

The cheapest way to travel from Bologna to Pisa is a bus with an average price of $19 (€16).

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

A bus is $0.69 (€0.56) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bologna to Pisa costing on average $20 (€16).

The fastest way to travel from Bologna to Pisa is by train with an average journey time of 2h 29m.

Other travel options to Pisa take longer:

Bus takes on average 2h 44m.

The distance from Bologna to Pisa is approximately 71 miles (115 km).

The average frequency per day from Bologna to Pisa is:

Around 66 trains per day.
Around 14 buses per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Bologna to Pisa:

Trains mostly depart from Bologna Centrale and arrive in Pisa Centrale.
Buses mostly depart from Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) and arrive in Pisa, Via delle Fiamme Gialle (Park Pietrasantina).

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Bologna to Pisa, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:

Travel with FlixBus, Marino Autolinee, BlaBlaCar, TPER spa to go to Pisa by bus.
Travel with Regionale, Intercity, Intercity Notte, Frecciarossa, Italo, Trenitalia to go to Pisa by train.

Yes, there is a direct route available from Bologna to Pisa:

5 direct buses per day with FlixBus, Marino Autolinee, BlaBlaCar.

Omio customers who travel from Bologna to Pisa often also extend their vacation to go to Florence, Rome, Milan, Venice, Paris. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Pisa and these popular destinations at a great price.

Most travelers need at least three days in Pisa to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.

In Pisa, you can visit the iconic Leaning Tower of Pisa and explore the Piazza dei Miracoli, a UNESCO World Heritage site with stunning medieval architecture. Discover the Pisa Cathedral, a masterpiece of Romanesque architecture, and the Baptistery of St. John, known for its acoustics and Gothic design. The Camposanto Monumentale offers impressive frescoes and ancient Roman sarcophagi. For art enthusiasts, the Museo dell'Opera del Duomo and the National Museum of San Matteo house remarkable collections. Enjoy a stroll along the Arno River, explore the charming Borgo Stretto, and savor a gelato at one of the city's renowned gelaterias.

One to two days in Pisa is typically sufficient to explore the city's main attractions, including the Leaning Tower, Piazza dei Miracoli, and nearby historical sites.

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