How to travel from Bologna to Salerno

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Compare bus, train, and flight for Bologna to Salerno

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Bologna to Salerno among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $45 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 17m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.5kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $45, while a flight costs an average of $353.

Distance: 316 miles (509 km)

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$353

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$102

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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 Salerno is a bus with an average price of $22.

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

A bus is $30 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bologna to Salerno costing on average $52.

A bus is $183 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bologna to Salerno costing on average $205.

The fastest way to travel from Bologna to Salerno is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 54m.

Other travel options to Salerno take longer:

Train takes on average 7h 30m.

Bus takes on average 8h 33m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Bologna and Salerno including taking a bus, train, and flight.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Bologna to Salerno among Omio's users.

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from Bologna to Salerno

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

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

  • Itabus2771 · 3505
    12:15 AM10h00
    Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
    10:15 AMSalerno, Piazza della Concordia
    $201One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • Itabus2771 · 3505
    12:15 AM10h00
    Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
    10:15 AMSalerno, Piazza della Concordia
    $201One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • ITAAZ1314 · AZ1269
    11:05 AM3h15
    Bologna Airport
    2:20 PMNaples International Airport
    $3931One-way
    1 transfer

Other options

  • IntercityIntercity 583+RegionaleMetropolitano 21335
    8:54 AM9h18
    Bologna Centrale
    6:12 PMDuomo - Via Vernieri
    $601One-way
    1 transfer
  • IntercityIntercity 597
    4:21 PM8h06
    Bologna Centrale
    12:27 AMSalerno station
    $781One-way
    0 transfers
  • IntercityIntercity 597
    4:21 PM8h06
    Bologna Centrale
    12:27 AMSalerno station
    $781One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    2:00 AM10h25
    Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
    12:25 PMSalerno, Piazza della Concordia
    $241One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    7:15 AM9h20
    Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
    4:35 PMSalerno, Piazza della Concordia
    $241One-way
    0 transfers
  • Itabus2411
    12:40 PM9h55
    Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
    10:35 PMSalerno, Piazza della Concordia
    $241One-way
    0 transfers
  • ITAAZ1318+RegionaleRegionale 83115+IntercityIntercity 597
    3:30 PM8h57
    Bologna Airport
    12:27 AMSalerno station
    $1241One-way
    2 transfers
  • ITAAZ1318+RegionaleRegionale 20747+Intercity NotteInterCityNotte 795
    3:30 PM12h05
    Bologna Airport
    3:35 AMSalerno station
    $1241One-way
    2 transfers
  • ITAAZ1320+RegionaleRegionale 20747+Intercity NotteInterCityNotte 795
    7:05 PM8h30
    Bologna Airport
    3:35 AMSalerno station
    $1501One-way
    2 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Bologna to Salerno

Travel to Salerno 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 Salerno.

FAQs
There are 3 options to travel between Bologna and Salerno including taking a bus, train, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Bologna to Salerno is a bus with an average price of $22.

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

A bus is $30 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bologna to Salerno costing on average $52.

A bus is $183 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bologna to Salerno costing on average $205.

The fastest way to travel from Bologna to Salerno is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 54m.

Other travel options to Salerno take longer:

Train takes on average 7h 30m.

Bus takes on average 8h 33m.

The distance from Bologna to Salerno is approximately 316 miles (509 km).
The average frequency per day from Bologna to Salerno is:
  • Around 72 trains per day.
  • Around 19 buses per day.
  • Around 10 flights per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Bologna to Salerno:
  • Flights mostly depart from Bologna Airport and arrive in Naples International Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Bologna Centrale and arrive in Salerno station.
  • Buses mostly depart from Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) and arrive in Salerno, Piazza della Concordia.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Bologna to Salerno, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with ITA to go to Salerno by flight.
  • Travel with FlixBus, Itabus, Marino Autolinee, Intersaj, BlaBlaCar, TTI Leonettibus to go to Salerno by bus.
  • Travel with Frecciarossa, Italo, Intercity Notte, Intercity, Regionale to go to Salerno by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from Bologna to Salerno with the following travel companies:
  • 11 direct buses per day with FlixBus, Itabus, Marino Autolinee, Intersaj, BlaBlaCar, TTI Leonettibus.
  • 30 direct trains per day with Frecciarossa, Italo, Intercity Notte, Intercity.
Omio customers who travel from Bologna to Salerno often also extend their vacation to go to Naples, Amalfi, Rome, Positano, Milan. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Salerno and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Salerno to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Salerno, you can visit the vibrant Mercato di Salerno for local produce, take a boat tour along the Amalfi Coast, and explore the charming historic city center. Cultural experiences include attending a performance at the Teatro Verdi. For sightseeing, enjoy the Salerno Cathedral, Castello di Arechi, and Lungomare Trieste. Additionally, the Giardino della Minerva and Museo Archeologico Provinciale di Salerno offer unique insights into the region's history and natural beauty. Consider a day trip to Vietri sul Mare for its ceramics and stunning coastline.
For a fulfilling experience in Salerno, spending 2 to 3 days is ideal to explore its historic sites, beautiful coastline, and local cuisine.

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