The cheapest and fastest buses from Milan to Bologna
Cheapest price
€5
Average price
€17
Fastest journey
2 h 15 m
Average duration
2 h 25 m
Buses per day
39
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 €17 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €5.
Of the 39 buses that leave Milan for Bologna on Sun, May 17, 36 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 201 km distance in an average of 2 h 25 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 15 m .
On Sun, May 17 the slowest buses will take 2 h 30 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.
38018:55 AM3h25Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano12:20 PMBologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)€51One-way0 transfers
240112:35 PM2h45Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato)3:20 PMBologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)€51One-way0 transfers
24098:00 AM2h50Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato)10:50 AMBologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)€51One-way0 transfers
38019:45 AM2h35Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato)12:20 PMBologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)€51One-way0 transfers
FlixBus8:20 AM3h45Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano12:05 PMBologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)€61One-way0 transfers
0559:05 PM2h15Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato)11:20 PMBologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)€151One-way0 transfers
1027:35 PM2h25Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato)10:00 PMBologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)€191One-way0 transfers
FlixBus8:10 AM2h25Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato)10:35 AMBologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)€61One-way0 transfers
FlixBus2:45 PM2h30Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato)5:15 PMBologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)€111One-way0 transfers
FlixBus10:00 AM2h30Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato)12:30 PMBologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)€291One-way0 transfers
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 €4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 15m. 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 €4, and a train costs an average of €11.
Distance: 201 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
€8 Average price Cheapest | €19 Average price |
3h 26m Average total duration 2h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 45m Average total duration Fastest 2h 15m 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 tomorrow, Sunday, May 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
3825 | 12:30 AM Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) | 2h30 | 3:00 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:15 AM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 3h10 | 8:25 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:35 AM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 3h05 | 8:40 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:15 AM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 3h20 | 9:35 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
94763 | 6:25 AM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 2h55 | 9:20 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:50 AM Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) | 2h45 | 9:35 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
2409 | 8:00 AM Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) | 2h50 | 10:50 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:10 AM Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) | 2h25 | 10:35 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:20 AM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 3h45 | 12:05 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
3801 | 8:55 AM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 3h25 | 12:20 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
3801 | 9:45 AM Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) | 2h35 | 12:20 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:45 AM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 3h15 | 1:00 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:00 AM Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) | 2h30 | 12:30 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:20 AM Milano, Milan Linate Airport | 10h05 | 8:25 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 10:30 AM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 2h55 | 1:25 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
2125 | 10:40 AM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 3h15 | 1:55 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:25 AM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 2h55 | 2:20 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 12:25 PM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 3h05 | 3:30 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 12:30 PM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 3h40 | 4:10 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
2401 | 12:35 PM Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) | 2h45 | 3:20 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
3803 | 12:50 PM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 3h35 | 4:25 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:25 PM Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) | 2h45 | 4:10 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
3803 | 1:35 PM Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) | 2h50 | 4:25 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:45 PM Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) | 2h30 | 5:15 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:05 PM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 3h10 | 6:15 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:15 PM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 3h15 | 6:30 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:35 PM Milano, Milan Linate Airport | 7h25 | 11:00 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1 transfer | |
3491 | 4:00 PM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 3h00 | 7:00 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:00 PM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 2h55 | 7:55 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:45 PM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 3h20 | 9:05 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:30 PM Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) | 2h35 | 9:05 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
102 | 6:50 PM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 3h10 | 10:00 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
2213 | 7:20 PM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 3h40 | 11:00 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
102 | 7:35 PM Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) | 2h25 | 10:00 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
2213 | 8:05 PM Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) | 2h55 | 11:00 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
055 | 8:25 PM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 2h55 | 11:20 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
2413 | 9:00 PM Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) | 2h45 | 11:45 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:00 PM Milano, Milan Linate Airport | 7h10 | 4:10 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1 transfer | |
055 | 9:05 PM Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) | 2h15 | 11:20 PM 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 49 times per day, taking around 2h 56m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €4 if you book in advance.
There are 45 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 2h 56m |
Cheapest ticket price €4 |
Buses per day 49 |
Direct buses 45 |
Fastest bus 2h 15m |
First bus 12:10 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 70 days |
Bus providers: FlixBus, Itabus, Marino Autolinee, BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar, Infobus, Autolinee Federico from Milan to BolognaYou can travel by bus between Milan to Bologna with FlixBus, Itabus, Marino Autolinee, BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar, Infobus, Autolinee Federico for as low as €4. 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.

- Marino Autolinee
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible restrooms.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Itabus
- Assistance
- Dedicated seating areas
- Accessible restrooms.
- Marino Autolinee
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund. Cancellations within 24 hours incur a 50% fee.
- 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.
- Itabus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
- Marino Autolinee
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg (55x40x20 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Itabus
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
- Marino Autolinee
- 10€ per additional bag up to 20 kg.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Itabus
- 5€ per additional bag.
- Marino Autolinee
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must be leashed and muzzled.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
- Itabus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must be leashed and muzzled.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Milan to Bologna
- 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
- 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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