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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Ancona to Bologna
Cheapest price
€16
Average price
€17
Fastest journey
2 h 10 m
Average duration
2 h 14 m
Buses per day
9
Distance
200 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Ancona to Bologna is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ancona to Bologna will cost around €17 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €16.
Of the 9 buses that leave Ancona for Bologna on Sun, Dec 21, 9 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Dec 21 the direct buses cover the 200 km distance in an average of 2 h 14 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 10 m .
On Sun, Dec 21 the slowest buses will take 2 h 20 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.
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Compare train and bus for Ancona to Bologna
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Ancona to Bologna among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 7m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €5, and a train costs an average of €13.
Distance: 200 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
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€18 Average price Cheapest | €20 Average price |
3h 21m Average total duration 2h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 37m Average total duration Fastest 2h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Ancona to Bologna bus times
The table below shows live departures for Ancona to Bologna buses for today, Saturday, December 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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| FlixBus | 6:20 AM Ancona, Via Guglielmo Marconi / SS681 | 3h35 | 9:55 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 1:40 PM Ancona, Via Guglielmo Marconi / SS681 | 2h35 | 4:15 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 4:05 PM Ancona, Via Guglielmo Marconi / SS681 | 3h25 | 7:30 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 5:05 PM Ancona, Via Guglielmo Marconi / SS681 | 3h20 | 8:25 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Overview: Bus from Ancona to Bologna
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Buses from Ancona to Bologna run on average 9 times per day, taking around 2h 51m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €5 if you book in advance.
There are 8 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:52, the last at 23:52. The fastest bus covers the 200 km distance in 2h 35m.
Distance 200 km |
Average bus duration 2h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price €5 |
Buses per day 9 |
Direct buses 8 |
Fastest bus 2h 35m |
First bus 00:52 |
Last bus 23:52 |
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar, FlixBus, Itabus, Infobus, Satam, Ferrovie del Gargano from Ancona to BolognaYou can travel by bus between Ancona to Bologna with BlaBlaCar, FlixBus, Itabus, Infobus, Satam, Ferrovie del Gargano for as low as €5. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Ancona to Bologna
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ancona 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 Ancona, Via Guglielmo Marconi / SS681, which is located around 1.1 miles (1.8 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.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Ancona to Bologna
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
- 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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