The cheapest and fastest buses from Bologna to Venice
Cheapest price
€7
Average price
€17
Fastest journey
1 h
Average duration
1 h 23 m
Buses per day
41
Distance
131 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Bologna to Venice is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bologna to Venice will cost around €17 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €7.
Of the 41 buses that leave Bologna for Venice on Sat, Nov 15, 41 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Nov 15 the direct buses cover the 131 km distance in an average of 1 h 23 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h .
On Sat, Nov 15 the slowest buses will take 1 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.

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Compare train and bus for Bologna to Venice
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bologna to Venice among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 42m. 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 €4, and a train costs an average of €13.
Distance: 131 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
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€10 Average price Cheapest | €16 Average price |
3h 43m Average total duration 3h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 12m Average total duration Fastest 1h 42m 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 Venice bus times
The table below shows live departures for Bologna to Venice buses for tomorrow, Saturday, November 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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2772 | 1:55 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 3h00 | 4:55 AM Venezia, Aeroporto Marco Polo di Venezia | 0 transfersDirect | |
2772 | 1:55 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 2h35 | 4:30 AM Venezia, Viale Stazione / Via Dante (Mestre Stazione) | 0 transfersDirect | |
064 | 3:10 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1h50 | 5:00 AM Venezia, Viale Stazione (Mestre Stazione - fermata ATVO) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:15 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 2h00 | 5:15 AM Venezia, Tronchetto Vaporetti | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:15 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 2h20 | 5:35 AM Venezia, Viale Stazione / Via Dante (Mestre Stazione) | 0 transfersDirect | |
2792 | 3:40 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 2h34 | 6:14 AM Venezia, Viale Stazione / Via Dante (Mestre Stazione) | 0 transfersDirect | |
2792 | 3:40 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 3h15 | 6:55 AM Venezia, Aeroporto Marco Polo di Venezia | 0 transfersDirect | |
2792 | 3:40 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 2h50 | 6:30 AM Venezia, Tronchetto (Piazzale People Mover) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:10 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 3h00 | 7:10 AM Venezia, Tronchetto Vaporetti | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:10 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 2h40 | 6:50 AM Venezia, Viale Stazione / Via Dante (Mestre Stazione) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:40 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 2h30 | 8:10 AM Venezia, Viale Stazione / Via Dante (Mestre Stazione) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:40 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 2h50 | 8:30 AM Venezia, Tronchetto Vaporetti | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:45 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 2h35 | 10:20 AM Venezia, Tronchetto Vaporetti | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:45 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 2h15 | 10:00 AM Venezia, Viale Stazione / Via Dante (Mestre Stazione) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:00 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 2h15 | 12:15 PM Venezia, Viale Stazione / Via Dante (Mestre Stazione) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:00 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 2h40 | 12:40 PM Venezia, Tronchetto Vaporetti | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:45 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 2h45 | 2:30 PM Venezia, Tronchetto Vaporetti | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:45 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 2h20 | 2:05 PM Venezia, Viale Stazione / Via Dante (Mestre Stazione) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 12:45 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1h50 | 2:35 PM Venezia, Viale Stazione / Via Dante (Mestre Stazione) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 12:45 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 2h10 | 2:55 PM Venezia, Tronchetto Vaporetti | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:30 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 2h10 | 3:40 PM Venezia, Viale Stazione / Via Dante (Mestre Stazione) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:30 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 2h30 | 4:00 PM Venezia, Tronchetto Vaporetti | 0 transfersDirect | |
2790 | 1:45 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 2h30 | 4:15 PM Venezia, Tronchetto (Piazzale People Mover) | 0 transfersDirect | |
2790 | 1:45 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 2h55 | 4:40 PM Venezia, Aeroporto Marco Polo di Venezia | 0 transfersDirect | |
2790 | 1:45 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 2h10 | 3:55 PM Venezia, Viale Stazione / Via Dante (Mestre Stazione) | 0 transfersDirect | |
2704 | 4:20 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 2h25 | 6:45 PM Venezia, Tronchetto (Piazzale People Mover) | 0 transfersDirect | |
2704 | 4:20 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 2h09 | 6:29 PM Venezia, Viale Stazione / Via Dante (Mestre Stazione) | 0 transfersDirect | |
2726 | 6:20 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 2h09 | 8:29 PM Venezia, Viale Stazione / Via Dante (Mestre Stazione) | 0 transfersDirect | |
2726 | 6:20 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 2h25 | 8:45 PM Venezia, Tronchetto (Piazzale People Mover) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:40 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 2h00 | 8:40 PM Venezia, Tronchetto Vaporetti | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:40 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 2h25 | 9:05 PM Venezia, Viale Stazione / Via Dante (Mestre Stazione) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:35 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 2h05 | 9:40 PM Venezia, Tronchetto Vaporetti | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:35 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1h45 | 9:20 PM Venezia, Viale Stazione / Via Dante (Mestre Stazione) | 0 transfersDirect | |
2728 | 9:10 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 2h25 | 11:35 PM Venezia, Tronchetto (Piazzale People Mover) | 0 transfersDirect | |
2728 | 9:10 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 2h09 | 11:19 PM Venezia, Viale Stazione / Via Dante (Mestre Stazione) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:15 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 2h10 | 11:25 PM Venezia, Viale Stazione / Via Dante (Mestre Stazione) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Bologna to Venice
Buses from Bologna to Venice run on average 64 times per day, taking around 3h 13m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €4 if you book in advance.
There are 63 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 131 km distance in 2h 0m.
Distance 131 km |
Average bus duration 3h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price €4 |
Buses per day 64 |
Direct buses 63 |
Fastest bus 2h 0m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: Itabus, FlixBus, GoOpti, BlaBlaCar, BlaBlaCar Bus, Marino Autolinee from Bologna to VeniceYou can travel by bus between Bologna to Venice with Itabus, FlixBus, GoOpti, BlaBlaCar, BlaBlaCar Bus, Marino Autolinee for as low as €4. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Bologna to Venice
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bologna to Venice 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 Venice, 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 Venice, Aeroporto Marco Polo (Parcheggio autobus), located 8.2 miles (13.3 km) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Bologna to Venice
- 05:00-23:30
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside the arrivals area.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 54, 81, 91
- 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
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside the arrivals area.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 5, 15
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