The cheapest and fastest buses from Milan to Bologna
Cheapest price
€5
Average price
€11
Fastest journey
1 h 50 m
Average duration
2 h 13 m
Buses per day
45
Distance
201 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Milan to Bologna is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Milan to Bologna will cost around €11 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €5.
Of the 45 buses that leave Milan for Bologna on Tue, Nov 18, 42 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Nov 18 the direct buses cover the 201 km distance in an average of 2 h 13 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 50 m .
On Tue, Nov 18 the slowest buses will take 2 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 and bus for Milan to Bologna
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Milan to Bologna among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €3. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 57m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €3, and a train costs an average of €16.
Distance: 201 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
€9 Average price Cheapest | €18 Average price |
3h 46m Average total duration 3h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 27m Average total duration Fastest 1h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Milan to Bologna bus times
The table below shows live departures for Milan to Bologna buses for today, Monday, November 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 4:15 AM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 3h10 | 7:25 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:35 AM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 3h05 | 7:40 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
2499 | 5:00 AM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 3h35 | 8:35 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:15 AM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 3h20 | 8:35 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
2499 | 5:50 AM Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) | 2h45 | 8:35 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:50 AM Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) | 2h45 | 8:35 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
2809 · 2797 | 6:30 AM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 7h25 | 1:55 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 7:20 AM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 3h40 | 11:00 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
3801 | 8:25 AM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 3h30 | 11:55 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:55 AM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 3h15 | 12:10 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:10 AM Milano, Milan Linate Airport | 10h15 | 7:25 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 9:30 AM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 2h55 | 12:25 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:00 AM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 2h55 | 12:55 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
2125 | 10:15 AM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 3h15 | 1:30 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:30 AM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 4h20 | 2:50 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:25 AM Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) | 3h25 | 2:50 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:25 AM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 3h05 | 2:30 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:50 AM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 3h40 | 3:30 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
2401 | 12:25 PM Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) | 2h50 | 3:15 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:45 PM Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) | 2h30 | 4:15 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:15 PM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 3h15 | 5:30 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:25 PM Milano, Milan Linate Airport | 7h35 | 10:00 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 2:30 PM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 2h55 | 5:25 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
3491 | 3:00 PM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 3h00 | 6:00 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:20 PM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 3h10 | 6:30 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:05 PM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 2h55 | 7:00 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:05 PM Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) | 2h25 | 6:30 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:45 PM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 3h20 | 8:05 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:25 PM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 3h05 | 8:30 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:30 PM Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) | 2h35 | 8:05 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
102 | 5:50 PM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 3h10 | 9:00 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:10 PM Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) | 2h20 | 8:30 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
2203 | 6:25 PM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 3h35 | 10:00 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
102 | 6:35 PM Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) | 2h25 | 9:00 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
2203 | 7:10 PM Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) | 2h50 | 10:00 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
049 | 7:25 PM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 2h55 | 10:20 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
2413 | 7:25 PM Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) | 3h20 | 10:45 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:00 PM Milano, Milan Linate Airport | 10h05 | 6:05 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1 transfer | |
049 | 8:05 PM Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) | 2h15 | 10:20 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:05 PM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 3h10 | 11:15 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
2421 | 8:35 PM Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) | 3h05 | 11:40 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:50 PM Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) | 2h25 | 11:15 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:00 PM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 2h50 | 11:50 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:30 PM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 3h20 | 12:50 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
3897 | 9:30 PM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 3h35 | 1:05 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
2495 | 9:40 PM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 4h05 | 1:45 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:10 PM Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) | 2h40 | 12:50 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
2495 | 10:30 PM Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) | 3h15 | 1:45 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
3825 | 10:55 PM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 3h40 | 2:35 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
3825 | 11:45 PM Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) | 2h50 | 2:35 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:25 AM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 2h40 | 4:05 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Milan to Bologna
Buses from Milan to Bologna run on average 45 times per day, taking around 3h 16m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €3 if you book in advance.
There are 42 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:10, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 201 km distance in 2h 15m.
Distance 201 km |
Average bus duration 3h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price €3 |
Buses per day 45 |
Direct buses 42 |
Fastest bus 2h 15m |
First bus 00:10 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: Itabus, Marino Autolinee, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar, Infobus, Autoservizi Salemi Srl from Milan to BolognaYou can travel by bus between Milan to Bologna with Itabus, Marino Autolinee, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar, Infobus, Autoservizi Salemi Srl for as low as €3. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Milan to Bologna
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Milan 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 Orio al Serio, Milan Bergamo Airport (Bus station), which is located around 28.2 miles (45.5 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 Milan to Bologna
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Milano (in the station)
- Trattoria San Donato (0.5 km)
- Burger House (0.7 km).
- Available outside the station.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Metro: M3 Bus: 121, 132, 133
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Lampugnano (in the station)
- Trattoria Milano (0.5 km)
- Pizza Express (0.7 km).
- Available outside the station.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Metro: M1 Bus: 68, 78, 80
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Italiana (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station)
- Trattoria Milano (0.5 km).
- Available outside the station.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 121, 132 Metro: M3
- The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible
- 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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