The cheapest and fastest buses from Bologna to Bolzano
Cheapest price
€19
Average price
€20
Fastest journey
2 h 20 m
Average duration
3 h 28 m
Buses per day
9
Distance
222 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Bologna to Bolzano is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bologna to Bolzano will cost around €20 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €19.
Of the 9 buses that leave Bologna for Bolzano 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 222 km distance in an average of 3 h 28 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 20 m .
On Sun, Dec 21 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.

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Compare bus and train for Bologna to Bolzano
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bologna to Bolzano 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 53m. 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 €11, and a train costs an average of €18.
Distance: 222 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
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€17 Average price Cheapest | €29 Average price |
4h 22m Average total duration 3h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 23m Average total duration Fastest 2h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.6kg 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
Bologna to Bolzano bus times
The table below shows live departures for Bologna to Bolzano 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 10:20 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 4h20 | 2:40 PM Bolzano, Via Bruno Buozzi (Bozen Süd) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 12:25 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 3h50 | 4:15 PM Bolzano, Via Bruno Buozzi (Bozen Süd) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:00 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 4h20 | 8:20 PM Bolzano, Via Bruno Buozzi (Bozen Süd) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:45 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 3h45 | 9:30 PM Bolzano, Via Bruno Buozzi (Bozen Süd) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:00 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 3h55 | 10:55 PM Bolzano, Via Bruno Buozzi (Bozen Süd) | 0 transfersDirect | |
072 | 3:10 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 4h15 | 7:25 AM Bolzano, Via Bruno Buozzi (Bozen Süd) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:15 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 3h55 | 8:10 AM Bolzano, Via Bruno Buozzi (Bozen Süd) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Bologna to Bolzano
Buses from Bologna to Bolzano run on average 8 times per day, taking around 3h 52m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €11 if you book in advance.
There are 6 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:52, the last at 23:30. The fastest bus covers the 222 km distance in 3h 45m.
Distance 222 km |
Average bus duration 3h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price €11 |
Buses per day 8 |
Direct buses 6 |
Fastest bus 3h 45m |
First bus 00:52 |
Last bus 23:30 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, Marino Autolinee, Itabus, BlaBlaCar from Bologna to BolzanoYou can travel by bus between Bologna to Bolzano with FlixBus, Marino Autolinee, Itabus, 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 Bologna to Bolzano
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bologna to Bolzano 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 Bolzano, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Bologna, Stazione Centrale, which is located around 1.5 miles (2.4 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Bolzano, Bozen (bolzano), located 1.4 miles (2.2 km) away from the city centre.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Bologna to Bolzano
- 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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