The cheapest and fastest buses from Budapest to Bologna
Cheapest price
€76
Average price
€115
Fastest journey
12 h 35 m
Average duration
13 h 24 m
Buses per day
14
Distance
682 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Budapest to Bologna is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Budapest to Bologna will cost around €115 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €76.
Of the 14 buses that leave Budapest for Bologna on Sun, May 17, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, May 17 the direct buses cover the 682 km distance in an average of 13 h 24 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 12 h 35 m .
On Sun, May 17 the slowest buses will take 13 h 50 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.
FlixBus · FlixBus7:00 PM13h15Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar8:15 AMBologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)€761One-way1 transfer
FlixBus · FlixBus7:35 AM19h10Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér2:45 AMBologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)€811One-way1 transfer
FlixBus · FlixBus6:45 AM14h20Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar9:05 PMBologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)€871One-way1 transfer
FlixBus · FlixBus5:55 PM15h25Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás9:20 AMBologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)€931One-way1 transfer
FlixBus · FlixBus12:55 AM18h35Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér7:30 PMBologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)€961One-way1 transfer
FlixBus11:00 PM12h35Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar11:35 AMBologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)€1081One-way0 transfers
FlixBus · FlixBus7:00 PM13h15Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar8:15 AMBologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)€761One-way1 transfer
FlixBus · FlixBus9:45 AM13h30Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás11:15 PMBologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)€1321One-way1 transfer
FlixBus · FlixBus12:55 PM13h50Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás2:45 AMBologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)€1531One-way1 transfer
FlixBus · FlixBus9:25 AM13h50Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar11:15 PMBologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)€1321One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare bus and flight for Budapest to Bologna
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Budapest to Bologna among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €44. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 29m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 0.7 - 1.7kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €44, and a flight costs an average of €19.
Distance: 682 km
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| Bus | Most popular Flight |
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€65 Average price Cheapest | €178 Average price |
15h 34m Average total duration 15h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 29m Average total duration Fastest 2h 29m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.7 - 1.7kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.0 - 4.1kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Budapest to Bologna bus times
The table below shows live departures for Budapest to Bologna buses for today, Saturday, May 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:00 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 13h15 | 8:15 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 11:00 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 12h35 | 11:35 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, May 17 | |||||
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:55 AM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 18h35 | 7:30 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:45 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 14h20 | 9:05 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:35 AM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 19h10 | 2:45 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:25 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 13h50 | 11:15 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:45 AM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 13h30 | 11:15 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:20 AM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 20h25 | 6:45 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:30 PM Budapest, Mexikói Út M | 15h45 | 4:15 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:55 PM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 13h50 | 2:45 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 1:45 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 17h00 | 6:45 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:10 PM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 16h10 | 9:20 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:55 PM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 15h25 | 9:20 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:20 PM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 17h15 | 11:35 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Budapest to Bologna
Buses from Budapest to Bologna run on average 15 times per day, taking around 15h 4m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €44 but you can travel from only €19 by flight.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:25, the last at 23:30. The fastest bus covers the 682 km distance in 12h 35m.
Distance 682 km |
Average bus duration 15h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price €44 |
Buses per day 15 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 12h 35m |
First bus 12:25 AM |
Last bus 11:30 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 28 days |
Bus providers: FlixBus from Budapest to BolognaYou can travel by bus between Budapest to Bologna with FlixBus for as low as €19. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Budapest to Bologna
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Budapest to Bologna 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 Bologna, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- 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.
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- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
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- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
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- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Budapest to Bologna
- 05:30-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Népliget (in the station)
- Gulyás Tér (0.5 km)
- Pesti Burger (0.7 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available near the entrance.
- Bus: 103, 254E, 901, 918 Metro: M3
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Kelenföld (in the station)
- Bistro Budapest (0.5 km)
- Café Central (0.7 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 7, 103, 114, 213, 214 Metro: M4 Train: Suburban Railway
- 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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