The cheapest and fastest buses from Marseille to Bologna
Cheapest price
€46
Average price
€55
Fastest journey
9 h 45 m
Average duration
11 h 28 m
Buses per day
4
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 €55 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €46.
Of the 4 buses that leave Marseille for Bologna on Mon, Feb 09, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Feb 09 the direct buses cover the 495 km distance in an average of 11 h 28 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 9 h 45 m .
On Mon, Feb 09 the slowest buses will take 13 h 25 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, 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 €30. 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 €30, and a flight costs an average of €86.
Distance: 495 km
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Most popular Bus | Flight | Train |
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€47 Average price Cheapest | €191 Average price | €125 Average price |
10h 43m Average total duration 10h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 22m Average total duration Fastest 2h 22m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 9h 48m Average total duration 9h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.5 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.5 - 3.0kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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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, February 8. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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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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FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:55 AM Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles | 12h40 | 4:35 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:00 AM Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles | 13h25 | 5:25 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 | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Marseille to Bologna
Buses from Marseille to Bologna run on average 4 times per day, taking around 10h 13m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €30 if you book in advance.
There are 3 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 01:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 495 km distance in 9h 45m.
Distance 495 km |
Average bus duration 10h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price €30 |
Buses per day 4 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 9h 45m |
First bus 01:05 |
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 €30. 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.

- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating options.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a refund in the form of a voucher.
- 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.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Marseille to Bologna
- 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
- 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
- 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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