The cheapest and fastest buses from Montpellier to Bologna
Cheapest price
€56
Average price
€83
Fastest journey
12 h 15 m
Average duration
13 h 35 m
Buses per day
12
Distance
604 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Montpellier to Bologna is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Montpellier to Bologna will cost around €83 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €56.
Of the 12 buses that leave Montpellier for Bologna on Mon, Aug 03, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Aug 03 the direct buses cover the 604 km distance in an average of 13 h 35 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 12 h 15 m .
On Mon, Aug 03 the slowest buses will take 14 h 10 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.
4591 · 38031:40 AM14h45Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière4:25 PMBologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)€561One-way1 transfer
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus11:30 AM15h40Montpellier, Gare Montpellier Sud de France3:10 AMBologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)€691One-way2 transfers
FlixBus · FlixBus12:35 PM14h35Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière3:10 AMBologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)€691One-way1 transfer
93130 · 947633:50 PM17h30Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière9:20 AMBologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)€721One-way1 transfer
FlixBus · FlixBus2:15 PM13h55Montpellier, Gare Montpellier Sud de France4:10 AMBologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)€781One-way1 transfer
FlixBus8:10 AM12h15Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière8:25 PMBologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)€1181One-way0 transfers
FlixBus · FlixBus1:55 AM13h35Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière3:30 PMBologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)€811One-way1 transfer
FlixBus · FlixBus2:15 PM13h55Montpellier, Gare Montpellier Sud de France4:10 AMBologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)€781One-way1 transfer
FlixBus · FlixBus9:15 AM14h00Montpellier, Gare Montpellier Sud de France11:15 PMBologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)€881One-way1 transfer
FlixBus · FlixBus6:30 PM14h10Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière8:40 AMBologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)€981One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Montpellier to Bologna
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Montpellier to Bologna among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €15. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 7h 16m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €15, and a flight costs an average of €17.
Distance: 604 km
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Most popular Bus | Flight | Train |
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€48 Average price Cheapest | €227 Average price | €165 Average price |
13h 16m Average total duration 12h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 16m Average total duration Fastest 7h 16m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 14h 0m Average total duration 13h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Montpellier to Bologna bus times
The table below shows live departures for Montpellier to Bologna buses for today, Sunday, August 2. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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3154 · 4787 | 12:30 AM Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 14h25 | 2:55 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1 transfer | |
| Sunday, August 2 | |||||
![]() | 11:40 PM Montpellier | 14h45 | 2:25 PM Bologna | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Monday, August 3 | |||||
4591 · 3803 | 1:40 AM Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 14h45 | 4:25 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1 transfer | |
| Sunday, August 2 | |||||
![]() | 11:55 PM Montpellier | 13h35 | 1:30 PM Bologna | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Monday, August 3 | |||||
FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:55 AM Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 13h35 | 3:30 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 8:10 AM Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 12h15 | 8:25 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:15 AM Montpellier, Gare Montpellier Sud de France | 14h00 | 11:15 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:30 AM Montpellier, Gare Montpellier Sud de France | 15h40 | 3:10 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:35 PM Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 14h35 | 3:10 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:30 PM Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 14h40 | 4:10 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:15 PM Montpellier, Gare Montpellier Sud de France | 13h55 | 4:10 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1 transfer | |
93130 · 94763 | 3:50 PM Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 17h30 | 9:20 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:30 PM Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 14h10 | 8:40 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:15 PM Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 14h20 | 10:35 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1 transfer | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Montpellier to Bologna
Buses from Montpellier to Bologna run on average 8 times per day, taking around 12h 46m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €15 if you book in advance.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:30, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 604 km distance in 12h 15m.
Distance 604 km |
Average bus duration 12h 46m |
Cheapest ticket price €15 |
Buses per day 8 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 12h 15m |
First bus 12:30 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 49 days |
Bus providers: FlixBus, Itabus, BlaBlaCar Bus from Montpellier to BolognaYou can travel by bus between Montpellier to Bologna with FlixBus, Itabus, BlaBlaCar Bus for as low as €15. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Montpellier to Bologna
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Montpellier 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.
- Itabus
- Assistance
- Dedicated seating areas
- Accessible restrooms.
- 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.
- Itabus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
- 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).
- Itabus
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Itabus
- 5€ per additional bag.
- 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 Montpellier to Bologna
Most Montpellier to Bologna buses use the Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière to Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) station pair. Use this guide to compare Montpellier and Bologna bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which Montpellier station do buses to Bologna leave from?
Getting to Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière from Montpellier city centre
Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière is 3 km from Montpellier city centre. Public transport options include:
Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière bus station facilities and services
Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located within the station for cash withdrawals.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière: Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Montpellier, Gare Montpellier Sud de France from Montpellier city centre
Which Bologna station do buses from Montpellier arrive at?
Getting to Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) from Bologna city centre
Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) is 1 km from Bologna city centre. Public transport options include:
Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) bus station facilities and services
Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafeteria Autostazione (in the station), Trattoria del Rosso (0.5 km), Osteria Broccaindosso (0.7 km).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre): Elevators, ramps.
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