The cheapest and fastest buses from Alessandria to Bologna
Cheapest price
€20
Average price
€20
Fastest journey
3 h 55 m
Average duration
3 h 55 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
220 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Alessandria to Bologna is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Alessandria to Bologna will cost around €20 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €20.
Of the 1 buses that leave Alessandria for Bologna on Tue, Dec 30, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Dec 30 the direct buses cover the 220 km distance in an average of 3 h 55 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 55 m .
On Tue, Dec 30 the slowest buses will take 3 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.


Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Alessandria to Bologna
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Alessandria to Bologna among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €15. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 11m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €15, and a bus costs an average of €19.
Distance: 220 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
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€21 Average price | €20 Average price Cheapest |
4h 43m Average total duration 4h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 41m Average total duration Fastest 3h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Alessandria to Bologna bus times
The table below shows live departures for Alessandria to Bologna buses for today, Monday, December 29. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 5:25 PM Alessandria | 3h55 | 9:20 PM Bologna | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Alessandria to Bologna
Buses from Alessandria to Bologna run on average 5 times per day, taking around 4h 13m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €19 but you can travel from only €15 by train.
There are 4 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 03:10, the last at 23:52. The fastest bus covers the 220 km distance in 3h 55m.
Distance 220 km |
Average bus duration 4h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price €19 |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 3h 55m |
First bus 03:10 |
Last bus 23:52 |
Bus providers: Marino Autolinee, FlixBus from Alessandria to BolognaYou can travel by bus between Alessandria to Bologna with Marino Autolinee, FlixBus for as low as €15. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Alessandria to Bologna
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Alessandria to Bologna by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Bologna, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Alessandria, Piazzale Curiel (stazione FS), which is located around 1 mile (1.6 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre), located 1.4 miles (2.2 km) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Alessandria to Bologna
- 05:30-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Autostazione (in the station)
- Trattoria del Rosso (0.5 km)
- Osteria Broccaindosso (0.7 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 11, 21, 25, 30 Train: Bologna Centrale
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