The cheapest and fastest buses from Bologna to Rome
- Cheapest price on Nov 12
- €9
- Average ticket price on Nov 12
- €20
- Fastest journey on Nov 12
- 4 h 40 m
- Average journey duration on Nov 12
- 4 h 41 m
- Buses on Nov 12
- 27
- Distance
- 304 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Bologna to Rome is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bologna to Rome will cost around €20 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €9.
On Thu, Nov 12, we found 27 buses from Bologna to Rome, including 25 direct services.
On Thu, Nov 12 the direct buses cover the 304 km distance in an average of 4 h 41 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 40 m .
On Thu, Nov 12 the slowest buses will take 4 h 45 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.
14237:05 PM 4h40 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) 11:45 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina €9 1 One-way 0 transfers
21252:00 PM 5h15 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) 7:15 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina €10 1 One-way 0 transfers
241112:40 PM 5h50 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) 6:30 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina €10 1 One-way 0 transfers
FlixBus1:35 PM 5h10 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) 6:45 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina €11 1 One-way 0 transfers
FlixBus4:30 PM 5h55 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) 10:25 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina €12 1 One-way 0 transfers
242112:45 AM 4h40 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) 5:25 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina €30 1 One-way 0 transfers
27011:50 AM 4h40 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) 6:30 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina €18 1 One-way 0 transfers
27973:00 PM 4h40 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) 7:40 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina €15 1 One-way 0 transfers
14237:05 PM 4h40 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) 11:45 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina €9 1 One-way 0 transfers
FlixBus5:15 AM 4h45 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) 10:00 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina €14 1 One-way 0 transfers
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Bologna to Rome
Buses from Bologna to Rome run on average 36 times per day, taking around 5h 7m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €6 if you book in advance.
There are 35 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:02, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 304 km distance in 3h 25m.
Distance 304 km |
Average bus duration 5h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price €6 |
Buses per day 36 |
Direct buses 35 |
Fastest bus 3h 25m |
First bus 12:02 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 7 days |
Frequently asked questions about your Bologna to Rome trip
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Bologna to Rome.
Live departures
Bologna to Rome bus times
The table below shows live departures for Bologna to Rome buses for today, Wednesday, November 11. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 1:35 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 5h10 | 6:45 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 0 transfersDirect | |
2125 | 2:00 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 5h15 | 7:15 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:30 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 6h05 | 8:35 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 0 transfersDirect | |
700 | 2:30 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 5h30 | 8:00 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 0 transfersDirect | |
2797 | 3:00 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 4h40 | 7:40 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:40 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 5h30 | 9:10 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:00 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 4h50 | 9:50 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 0 transfersDirect | |
110 | 6:20 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 5h20 | 11:40 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:40 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 5h00 | 11:40 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 0 transfersDirect | |
1423 | 7:05 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 4h40 | 11:45 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 0 transfersDirect | |
055 | 11:40 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 4h50 | 4:30 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:54 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 6h16 | 6:10 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 1 transfer | |
| Thursday, November 12 | |||||
2421 | 12:45 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 4h40 | 5:25 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:00 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 5h10 | 6:10 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 0 transfersDirect | |
2701 | 1:50 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 4h40 | 6:30 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 0 transfersDirect | |
3897 | 2:15 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 4h45 | 7:00 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:50 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 5h40 | 8:30 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 0 transfersDirect | |
2495 | 2:50 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 5h20 | 8:10 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:15 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 4h45 | 10:00 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:35 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 5h15 | 1:50 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:30 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 5h15 | 2:45 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:45 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 5h20 | 4:05 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 0 transfersDirect | |
2723 | 11:20 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 5h15 | 4:35 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 12:15 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 5h30 | 5:45 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:15 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 5h50 | 6:05 PM Roma, Autostazione (Metro Anagnina) | 1 transfer | |
2411 | 12:40 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 5h50 | 6:30 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Bologna and Rome
Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.
- 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.
FAQs: Bus from Bologna to Rome
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bologna to Rome 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 Rome, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Bologna to Rome
Most Bologna to Rome buses use the Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) to Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina station pair, with some services arriving at Fiumicino, Aeroporto Leonardo de Vinci (T3 Arrivi - Stazione degli autobus). Use this guide to compare Bologna and Rome bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which Bologna station do buses to Rome leave from?
Getting to Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) from Bologna city centre
Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) is 1 km from Bologna city centre. Public transport options include:
Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) bus station facilities and services
Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafeteria Autostazione (in the station), Trattoria del Rosso (0.5 km), Osteria Broccaindosso (0.7 km).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre): Elevators, ramps.
Which Rome station do buses from Bologna arrive at?
Getting to Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina from Rome city centre
Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina is 4 km from Rome city centre. Public transport options include:
Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina bus station facilities and services
Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafes and vending machines available.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina. ATMs are aTM available near ticket office.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina: Wheelchair accessible entrances and facilities.
Getting to Fiumicino, Aeroporto Leonardo de Vinci (T3 Arrivi - Stazione degli autobus) from Rome city centre
Fiumicino, Aeroporto Leonardo de Vinci (T3 Arrivi - Stazione degli autobus) is 3 km from Rome city centre. Public transport options include:
Fiumicino, Aeroporto Leonardo de Vinci (T3 Arrivi - Stazione degli autobus) bus station facilities and services
Fiumicino, Aeroporto Leonardo de Vinci (T3 Arrivi - Stazione degli autobus) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Ristorante Italiano (in the station), Fast Food Express (in the station), Caffè del Terminal (in the station).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the arrivals area.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Fiumicino, Aeroporto Leonardo de Vinci (T3 Arrivi - Stazione degli autobus).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Fiumicino, Aeroporto Leonardo de Vinci (T3 Arrivi - Stazione degli autobus): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Fiumicino, Aeroporto Leonardo de Vinci (T3 Arrivi - Stazione degli autobus): Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Roma, Autostazione (Metro Anagnina) from Rome city centre
Bus stations for Bologna to Rome
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