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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Bologna to Cesena
Cheapest price
€3
Average price
€7
Fastest journey
40 m
Average duration
52 m
Buses per day
6
Distance
82 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Bologna to Cesena is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bologna to Cesena will cost around €7 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €3.
Of the 6 buses that leave Bologna for Cesena on Sun, Dec 21, 6 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 82 km distance in an average of 52 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 40 m .
On Sun, Dec 21 the slowest buses will take 1 h 19 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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Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Bologna to Cesena
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bologna to Cesena among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 55m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €8, and a bus costs an average of €3.
Distance: 82 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
€8 Average price | €8 Average price Cheapest |
1h 46m Average total duration 1h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 25m Average total duration Fastest 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
 Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Bologna to Cesena bus times
The table below shows live departures for Bologna to Cesena 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 | 10:40 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1h19 | 11:59 PM Cesena, Piazzale dell'Accoglienza | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Bologna to Cesena
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Buses from Bologna to Cesena run on average 11 times per day, taking around 1h 16m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €3 if you book in advance.
There are 11 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:35, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 82 km distance in 1h 0m.
Distance 82 km |
Average bus duration 1h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price €3 |
Buses per day 11 |
Direct buses 11 |
Fastest bus 1h 0m |
First bus 00:35 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Bus providers: Air Italy Shuttle, BlaBlaCar, Infobus, FlixBus, Itabus, GoOpti from Bologna to CesenaYou can travel by bus between Bologna to Cesena with Air Italy Shuttle, BlaBlaCar, Infobus, FlixBus, Itabus, GoOpti for as low as €3. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Bologna to Cesena
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bologna to Cesena 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 Cesena, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
When departing from Bologna, you have various coach station options to start your route from including Bologna, Stazione Centrale, Bologna, Aeroporto di Bologna and Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre). When arriving in Cesena, you can end your journey in coach stations like Cesena, Piazzale dell'Accoglienza, Cesena, Piazzale Karl Marx and Cesena, Via Fra Michelino (Casamadie Cesena).
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 Cesena, Piazzale dell'Accoglienza, located 4.6 miles (7.4 km) away from the city centre.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Bologna to Cesena
WifiParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
- 05:00-23:30
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside the arrivals area.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 54, 81, 91
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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