The cheapest and fastest buses from Bari to Bologna
Cheapest price
€21
Average price
€37
Fastest journey
8 h
Average duration
8 h 9 m
Buses per day
15
Distance
586 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Bari to Bologna is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bari to Bologna will cost around €37 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €21.
Of the 15 buses that leave Bari for Bologna on Thu, May 28, 10 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, May 28 the direct buses cover the 586 km distance in an average of 8 h 9 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h .
On Thu, May 28 the slowest buses will take 8 h 15 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.
FlixBus12:15 PM9h55Bari, Via Capruzzi (Terminal Bus Bari)10:10 PMBologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)€211One-way0 transfers
FlixBus7:35 AM9h40Bari, Via Capruzzi (Terminal Bus Bari)5:15 PMBologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)€211One-way0 transfers
11207:20 AM12h00Bari, Via Capruzzi (Terminal Bus Bari)7:20 PMBologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)€251One-way0 transfers
22148:20 PM8h10Bari, Via Capruzzi (Terminal Bus Bari)4:30 AMBologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)€271One-way0 transfers
22066:35 PM8h15Bari, Via Capruzzi (Terminal Bus Bari)2:50 AMBologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)€271One-way0 transfers
FlixBus8:45 PM8h00Bari, Via Capruzzi (Terminal Bus Bari)4:45 AMBologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)€321One-way0 transfers
10111:10 PM8h05Bari, Via Capruzzi (Terminal Bus Bari)7:15 AMBologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)€471One-way0 transfers
22148:20 PM8h10Bari, Via Capruzzi (Terminal Bus Bari)4:30 AMBologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)€271One-way0 transfers
0407:35 PM8h15Bari, Via Capruzzi (Terminal Bus Bari)3:50 AMBologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)€421One-way0 transfers
22066:35 PM8h15Bari, Via Capruzzi (Terminal Bus Bari)2:50 AMBologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)€271One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Bari to Bologna
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Bari to Bologna 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 flight which can get you there in 2h 38m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €11, and a flight costs an average of €21.
Distance: 586 km
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Most popular Bus | Train | Flight |
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€25 Average price Cheapest | €57 Average price | €122 Average price |
8h 58m Average total duration 8h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 16m Average total duration 5h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 38m Average total duration Fastest 2h 38m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.6 - 1.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.8 - 3.5kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Bari to Bologna bus times
The table below shows live departures for Bari to Bologna buses for today, Wednesday, May 27. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:00 PM Bari, Aeroporto di Bari-Karol Wojtyła | 16h00 | 6:00 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1 transfer | |
2422 | 5:40 PM Bari, Via Capruzzi (Terminal Bus Bari) | 10h45 | 4:25 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
040 | 7:35 PM Bari, Via Capruzzi (Terminal Bus Bari) | 8h15 | 3:50 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:00 PM Bari, Via Capruzzi (Terminal Bus Bari) | 8h45 | 4:45 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
2214 | 8:20 PM Bari, Via Capruzzi (Terminal Bus Bari) | 8h10 | 4:30 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:45 PM Bari, Via Capruzzi (Terminal Bus Bari) | 8h00 | 4:45 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:55 PM Bari, Via Capruzzi (Terminal Bus Bari) | 10h00 | 7:55 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
101 | 11:10 PM Bari, Via Capruzzi (Terminal Bus Bari) | 8h05 | 7:15 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, May 28 | |||||
1106 · 3492 | 12:05 AM Bari, Via Capruzzi (Terminal Bus Bari) | 11h35 | 11:40 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1 transfer | |
1108 · 2126 | 1:05 AM Bari, Via Capruzzi (Terminal Bus Bari) | 12h10 | 1:15 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1 transfer | |
206 · 202 | 7:15 AM Bari, Via Capruzzi (Terminal Bus Bari) | 8h35 | 3:50 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1 transfer | |
1120 | 7:20 AM Bari, Via Capruzzi (Terminal Bus Bari) | 12h00 | 7:20 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:35 AM Bari, Via Capruzzi (Terminal Bus Bari) | 9h40 | 5:15 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 12:15 PM Bari, Via Capruzzi (Terminal Bus Bari) | 9h55 | 10:10 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Bari to Bologna
Buses from Bari to Bologna run on average 20 times per day, taking around 8h 28m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €11 if you book in advance.
There are 10 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 586 km distance in 8h 5m.
Distance 586 km |
Average bus duration 8h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price €11 |
Buses per day 20 |
Direct buses 10 |
Fastest bus 8h 5m |
First bus 12:05 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 42 days |
Bus providers: Itabus, Marino Autolinee, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar from Bari to BolognaYou can travel by bus between Bari to Bologna with Itabus, Marino Autolinee, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar for as low as €11. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Bari to Bologna
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bari 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.

- Marino Autolinee
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible restrooms.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Itabus
- Assistance
- Dedicated seating areas
- Accessible restrooms.
- Marino Autolinee
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund. Cancellations within 24 hours incur a 50% fee.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Itabus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
- Marino Autolinee
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg (55x40x20 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Itabus
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
- Marino Autolinee
- 10€ per additional bag up to 20 kg.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Itabus
- 5€ per additional bag.
- Marino Autolinee
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must be leashed and muzzled.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
- Itabus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must be leashed and muzzled.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Bari to Bologna
- 05:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Italiana (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station)
- Trattoria del Corso (0.5 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 10, 12, 13 Train: FR1, FR2
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside the station.
- Ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 10, 12, 13 Train: FR1
- 05:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside the arrivals terminal.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 16, 33 Train: FR2
- 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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