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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Marseille to Bologna
Cheapest price
€45
Average price
€65
Fastest journey
9 h 45 m
Average duration
10 h 42 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
495 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Marseille to Bologna is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Marseille to Bologna will cost around €65 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €45.
Of the 3 buses that leave Marseille for Bologna on Mon, Nov 10, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Nov 10 the direct buses cover the 495 km distance in an average of 10 h 42 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 9 h 45 m .
On Mon, Nov 10 the slowest buses will take 12 h 20 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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Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Marseille to Bologna
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Marseille to Bologna among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €26. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 22m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 0.5 - 1.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €26, and a train costs an average of €241.
Distance: 495 km
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Most popular Bus | Flight | Train |
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€54 Average price Cheapest | €157 Average price | €241 Average price |
10h 38m Average total duration 10h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 22m Average total duration Fastest 2h 22m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 10h 14m Average total duration 9h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.5 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.5 - 3.0kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Marseille to Bologna bus times
The table below shows live departures for Marseille to Bologna buses for today, Sunday, November 9. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9:30 PM Marseille | 14h50 | 12:20 PM Bologna | 0 transfersDirect | |
 | 9:45 PM Marseille | 15h10 | 12:55 PM Bologna | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Monday, November 10 | |||||
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:15 AM Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles | 12h20 | 4:35 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus | 9:40 AM Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles | 9h45 | 7:25 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 5:10 PM Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles | 10h00 | 3:10 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Overview: Bus from Marseille to Bologna
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Buses from Marseille to Bologna run on average 5 times per day, taking around 10h 8m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €26 if you book in advance.
There are 3 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:46, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 495 km distance in 9h 45m.
Distance 495 km |
Average bus duration 10h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price €26 |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 9h 45m |
First bus 00:46 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar from Marseille to BolognaYou can travel by bus between Marseille to Bologna with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar for as low as €26. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Marseille to Bologna
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Marseille 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.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles, which is located around 0.9 miles (1.5 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre), located 1.4 miles (2.2 km) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Marseille to Bologna
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café Le Saint-Charles (in the station)
- Bistro Provence (0.2 km)
- Fast Food Express (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 49, 52, 82S Metro: M1, M2 Train: TER, TGV
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 05:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Starbucks (in the station)
- Brioche Dorée (in the station).
- Available outside the terminal.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: L91, L38 Train: TER
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 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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