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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Bologna to Parma
Cheapest price
€5
Average price
€10
Fastest journey
30 m
Average duration
48 m
Buses per day
17
Distance
87 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Bologna to Parma is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bologna to Parma will cost around €10 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €5.
Of the 17 buses that leave Bologna for Parma on Sun, Dec 21, 17 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 87 km distance in an average of 48 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 30 m .
On Sun, Dec 21 the slowest buses will take 1 h 10 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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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bologna to Parma 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 €5.
Distance: 87 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
€12 Average price | €8 Average price Cheapest |
2h 2m Average total duration 1h 32m 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 |
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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 Parma bus times
The table below shows live departures for Bologna to Parma 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2126 | 11:45 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1h20 | 1:05 PM Parma, Terminal Bus | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 12:00 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1h20 | 1:20 PM Parma, Terminal Bus | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2402 | 2:45 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1h55 | 4:40 PM Parma, Terminal Bus | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 3:55 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1h25 | 5:20 PM Parma, Terminal Bus | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 3804 | 4:45 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1h20 | 6:05 PM Parma, Terminal Bus | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 4:55 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1h29 | 6:24 PM Parma, Terminal Bus | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 5:30 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1h10 | 6:40 PM Parma, Terminal Bus | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, December 21 | |||||
| 2494 | 2:30 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1h41 | 4:11 AM Parma, Terminal Bus | 0 transfersDirect | |
 062 | 3:10 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1h25 | 4:35 AM Parma, Terminal Bus | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2422 | 3:25 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1h40 | 5:05 AM Parma, Terminal Bus | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2204 | 3:35 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1h20 | 4:55 AM Parma, Terminal Bus | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 4:10 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1h15 | 5:25 AM Parma, Terminal Bus | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Overview: Bus from Bologna to Parma
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Buses from Bologna to Parma run on average 11 times per day, taking around 1h 32m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €5 if you book in advance.
There are 11 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 87 km distance in 1h 10m.
Distance 87 km |
Average bus duration 1h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price €5 |
Buses per day 11 |
Direct buses 11 |
Fastest bus 1h 10m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: Itabus, Marino Autolinee, BlaBlaCar, FlixBus, Infobus, Autoservizi Salemi Srl, Lirosi Linee from Bologna to ParmaYou can travel by bus between Bologna to Parma with Itabus, Marino Autolinee, BlaBlaCar, FlixBus, Infobus, Autoservizi Salemi Srl, Lirosi Linee 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 Bologna to Parma
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bologna to Parma 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 Parma, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre), which is located around 1.4 miles (2.2 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Parma, Terminal Bus, located 1.6 miles (2.6 km) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Bologna to Parma
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
WifiParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 05:00-23:30
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside the arrivals area.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 54, 81, 91
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