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The cheapest and fastest buses from Geneva to Bologna
Showing times and prices for Nov 05
Cheapest price
€54
Average price
€60
Fastest journey
10 h
Average duration
10 h 50 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
448 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Geneva to Bologna is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Geneva to Bologna will cost around €60 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €54.
Fast buses
Of the 4 buses that leave Geneva for Bologna on Wed, Nov 05, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Nov 05 the direct buses cover the 448 km distance in an average of 10 h 50 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 10 h .
On Wed, Nov 05 the slowest buses will take 11 h 55 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.
FlixBus04:20PM10h35
Geneve, Place Dorcière02:55AMBologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
€541One-way
0 transfers
FlixBus · FlixBus05:30AM10h00
Geneve, Place Dorcière03:30PMBologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
€611One-way
1 transfer
FlixBus · FlixBus07:35AM10h50
Geneve, Place Dorcière06:25PMBologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
€611One-way
1 transfer
FlixBus · FlixBus08:30PM11h55
Geneve, Place Dorcière08:25AMBologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
€641One-way
1 transfer
FlixBus · FlixBus05:30AM10h00
Geneve, Place Dorcière03:30PMBologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
€611One-way
1 transfer
FlixBus04:20PM10h35
Geneve, Place Dorcière02:55AMBologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
€541One-way
0 transfers
FlixBus · FlixBus07:35AM10h50
Geneve, Place Dorcière06:25PMBologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
€611One-way
1 transfer
FlixBus · FlixBus08:30PM11h55
Geneve, Place Dorcière08:25AMBologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
€641One-way
1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare bus, flight, and train for Geneva to Bologna
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Geneva to Bologna among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €29. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 24m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €29, and a flight costs an average of €68.
Distance: 448 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€57 Average price Cheapest | €117 Average price | €181 Average price |
9h 1m Average total duration 8h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 10m Average total duration 5h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 24m Average total duration Fastest 2h 24m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.4 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.3 - 2.7kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |  Most popular airline |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Geneva to Bologna bus times
Showing buses for today, Tuesday, November 4
Last updated at 8:11 PM
Last updated at 8:11 PM
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8:35 PM Geneva | 8h15 | 4:50 AM Bologna | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Wednesday, November 5 | |||||
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:30 AM Geneve, Place Dorcière | 10h00 | 2:30 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:35 AM Geneve, Place Dorcière | 10h50 | 5:25 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus | 3:20 PM Geneve, Place Dorcière | 10h35 | 1:55 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:30 PM Geneve, Place Dorcière | 11h55 | 7:25 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Geneva to Bologna
Switzerland
Italy
Buses from Geneva to Bologna run on average 7 times per day, taking around 8h 31m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €29 if you book in advance.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 448 km |
Average bus duration 8h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price €29 |
Buses per day 7 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 8h 15m |
First bus 01:00 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, BlaBlaCar Bus, Sellitto from Geneva to BolognaYou can travel by bus between Geneva to Bologna with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, BlaBlaCar Bus, Sellitto for as low as €29. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
FlixBus
About
FlixBus is one of Europe’s leading low-cost bus companies, founded in Germany and now offering long-distance services across Europe and the United States. In addition to its extensive daytime network, FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select European routes. Standard amenities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge devices, extra legroom, luggage space, and onboard toilets, with snacks and drinks available for purchase. FlixBus offers a single Standard ticket type for all routes, which includes one carry-on bag and one checked bag per passenger. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and for reserving specific seats, such as Extra Seats, Table Seats, or Panorama Seats. This combination of affordability, comfort, and wide coverage makes FlixBus a popular choice for budget-conscious travelers.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
8h 15m
Cheapest Price
€39
FlixBus frequency
6 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
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.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed for a fee; must be booked.
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed; guide dogs travel for free.
BlaBlaCar Bus
About
BlaBlaCar Bus (formerly known as Ouibus or iDBUS) is a long-distance coach company operating in 10 European countries and connecting over 300 destinations. A subsidiary of the French carpooling company BlaBlaCar, it offers comfortable travel with standard amenities such as air conditioning, toilets, USB and power outlets for charging devices, extra legroom, and adjustable seats. Free Wi-Fi is available on select routes. BlaBlaCar Bus offers only a Standard ticket type, which allows passengers to bring one carry-on bag and up to two checked bags per person.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
9h 45m
Cheapest Price
€29
BlaBlaCar Bus frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 7kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a refund in the form of a voucher.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Accessible seating options.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed; additional fees may apply.
BlaBlaCar
About
BlaBlaCar is a French online marketplace for carpooling, connecting drivers with empty seats and passengers traveling to the same destination to share costs. Founded in 2006, it operates in Europe and Latin America, boasting 26 million active members. The platform also includes BlaBlaCar Bus, an intercity bus service. BlaBlaCar's name comes from its rating system for drivers' chattiness: \Bla\" for quiet, \"BlaBla\" for talkative, and \"BlaBlaBla\" for very chatty. The company aims to be the leading marketplace for shared travel, offering affordable and sustainable solutions by combining carpooling with bus journeys."
Luggage & cancellation policy
BlaBlaCar frequency
1 a day
Sellitto
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
7h 15m
Cheapest Price
€36
Sellitto frequency
1 a day
FAQs: Bus from Geneva to Bologna
FAQs: Take the bus from Geneva to Bologna with ease. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have the information you need to know so you can find the best option from Geneva to Bologna.
On average the Geneva to Bologna coach travel time is 9 h 34 min for the 447 km long route, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Geneva to Bologna leaves at 06: 35. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The last coach from Geneva to Bologna leaves at 21: 35.
There are 5 coaches a day from Geneva to Bologna which require at least one change with BlaBlaCar, FlixBus or BlaBlaCar Bus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
For the journey from Geneva to Bologna you can take a coach with BlaBlaCar, FlixBus or BlaBlaCar Bus. Be sure to check out all possible coach companies that offer services to Bologna from Geneva on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Geneva, Eaux-Vives, which is located around 1.2 miles (1.9 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Bologna, Stazione Centrale, located 1.5 miles (2.4 km) away from the city centre.
The cheapest month for a coach from Geneva to Bologna is October.
You have options as you can travel between Geneva and Bologna 3 different ways: coach, flight or train.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Geneva to Bologna
Geneva
Bologna
The major bus station for departures in Geneva is Geneve, Place Dorcière. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Geneve, Place Dorcière for your trip from Geneva to Bologna.
Amenities at bus station
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Officeinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 06:00-23:00
Car connection
Rue de LausanneWifi
- Free Wi-Fi
Dining
- Café de la Gare (in the station)
- Le Petit Chalet (0.5 km)
- Restaurant Les Armures (0.7 km).
Taxis
- Available outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps
WC
- Available on the concourse.
Public transit options for Geneve, Place Dorcière
- Bus: 5, 10, 19, 25 Train: L1, L2 Tram: 12, 14
Amenities at bus station
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Officeinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 06:00-23:59
Car connection
Rue Ami-LévrierWifi
- Free Wi-Fi
Dining
- Swiss Bakery (in the station)
- Italian Bistro (in the station).
Taxis
- Available outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps
WC
- Available in the station.
Public transit options for Genève, Gare Routière
- Bus: 1, 25, 61 Train: L1, L2
Genève, Aéroport
Amenities at bus station
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Officeinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 06:00-23:30
Distance to city center
4 kmCar connection
Route de l'AéroportWifi
- Free Wi-Fi
Dining
- Montreux Jazz Café (in the station)
- La Cuisine (in the station).
Taxis
- Available outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps
WC
- Available in the station.
Public transit options for Genève, Aéroport
- Bus: 5, 10, 23, 28, 57, Y Train: IC, IR, RE
The major bus station for arrivals in Bologna is Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre). Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) for your trip to Bologna from Geneva.
Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
Amenities at bus station
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Officeinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 05:30-23:00
Distance to city center
1 kmCar connection
Piazza XX SettembreWifi
- Free Wi-Fi
Dining
- Cafeteria Autostazione (in the station)
- Trattoria del Rosso (0.5 km)
- Osteria Broccaindosso (0.7 km).
Taxis
- Available outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps
WC
- Available in the station.
Public transit options for Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
- Bus: 11, 21, 25, 30 Train: Bologna Centrale
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