The cheapest and fastest buses from Bologna to Siena
Cheapest price
€6
Average price
€17
Fastest journey
1 h 30 m
Average duration
1 h 47 m
Buses per day
30
Distance
131 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Bologna to Siena is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bologna to Siena will cost around €17 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €6.
Of the 30 buses that leave Bologna for Siena on Thu, Nov 20, 16 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Nov 20 the direct buses cover the 131 km distance in an average of 1 h 47 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 30 m .
On Thu, Nov 20 the slowest buses will take 2 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.
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Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Bologna to Siena among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 35m. 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 bus costs an average of €5, and a train costs an average of €16.
Distance: 131 km
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3h 10m Average total duration 2h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 5m Average total duration Fastest 2h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Live departures
Bologna to Siena bus times
The table below shows live departures for Bologna to Siena buses for today, Wednesday, November 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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Autobus TTPER B0435 · Tuscany Line 18505 · Regionale 18205 | 5:40 AM Bologna Centrale | 4h00 | 9:40 AM Siena station | 2 transfers | |
Autobus FI03V · TUSCANY LINE 18507 · Regionale 18207 | 6:30 AM Bologna Centrale | 4h10 | 10:40 AM Siena station | 2 transfers | |
Autobus FI05V · TUSCANY LINE 18467 · Regionale 18209 | 7:10 AM Bologna Centrale | 4h28 | 11:38 AM Siena station | 2 transfers | |
Autobus TTPER B0437 · TUSCANY LINE 18489 · Regionale 18211 | 8:10 AM Bologna Centrale | 4h30 | 12:40 PM Siena station | 2 transfers | |
2499 | 8:45 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 2h20 | 11:05 AM Siena, Stazione FS (Piazzale Carlo Rosselli) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:55 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 3h30 | 1:25 PM Siena, Stazione FS (Piazzale Carlo Rosselli) | 1 transfer | |
2723 | 10:20 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 2h20 | 12:40 PM Siena, Stazione FS (Piazzale Carlo Rosselli) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Autobus FI07V · Tuscany Line 18473 · Regionale 18219 | 11:10 AM Bologna Centrale | 4h30 | 3:40 PM Siena station | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus | 11:10 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 2h45 | 1:55 PM Siena, Stazione FS (Piazzale Carlo Rosselli) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Autobus TTPER B0443 · Tuscany Line 18491 · Regionale 18221 | 12:10 PM Bologna Centrale | 4h28 | 4:38 PM Siena station | 2 transfers | |
Autobus FI09V · Tuscany Line 18475 · Regionale 18223 | 1:10 PM Bologna Centrale | 4h30 | 5:40 PM Siena station | 2 transfers | |
Autobus TTPER B0445 · Tuscany Line 18493 · Regionale 18225 | 2:10 PM Bologna Centrale | 4h28 | 6:38 PM Siena station | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus | 2:40 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 2h35 | 5:15 PM Siena, Stazione FS (Piazzale Carlo Rosselli) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Autobus FI11V · Tuscany Line 18497 · Regionale 18227 | 3:10 PM Bologna Centrale | 4h30 | 7:40 PM Siena station | 2 transfers | |
2401 | 3:20 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 2h25 | 5:45 PM Siena, Stazione FS (Piazzale Carlo Rosselli) | 0 transfersDirect | |
BUS LP594+ TUSCANY LINE 18529 · Regionale 18229 | 4:36 PM Bologna Centrale | 4h03 | 8:39 PM Siena station | 2 transfers | |
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2495 | 1:50 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 2h20 | 4:10 AM Siena, Stazione FS (Piazzale Carlo Rosselli) | 0 transfersDirect | |
3825 | 2:40 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 2h20 | 5:00 AM Siena, Stazione FS (Piazzale Carlo Rosselli) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Autobus TTPER B0431 · Regionale 18501 · Regionale 18203 | 4:10 AM Bologna Centrale | 4h28 | 8:38 AM Siena station | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Bologna to Siena
Buses from Bologna to Siena run on average 14 times per day, taking around 2h 40m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €5 if you book in advance.
There are 10 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:15, the last at 23:54. The fastest bus covers the 131 km distance in 2h 15m.
Distance 131 km |
Average bus duration 2h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price €5 |
Buses per day 14 |
Direct buses 10 |
Fastest bus 2h 15m |
First bus 00:15 |
Last bus 23:54 |
Bus providers: Itabus, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar from Bologna to SienaYou can travel by bus between Bologna to Siena with Itabus, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar 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 Siena
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bologna to Siena 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 Siena, 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 Siena, Stazione FS (Piazzale Carlo Rosselli), located 1.5 miles (2.4 km) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Bologna to Siena
- 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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