The cheapest and fastest buses from Rijeka to Bologna
Cheapest price
€23
Average price
€28
Fastest journey
7 h 15 m
Average duration
7 h 20 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
260 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Rijeka to Bologna is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rijeka to Bologna will cost around €28 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €23.
Of the 2 buses that leave Rijeka for Bologna on Sat, Mar 21, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Mar 21 the direct buses cover the 260 km distance in an average of 7 h 20 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h 15 m .
On Sat, Mar 21 the slowest buses will take 7 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.




Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Rijeka to Bologna
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Rijeka to Bologna among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €21. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 6h 29m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €21, and a train costs an average of €30.
Distance: 260 km
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Most popular Bus | Train |
|---|---|
€30 Average price Cheapest | €52 Average price |
6h 59m Average total duration Fastest 6h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 21h 9m Average total duration 20h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Rijeka to Bologna bus times
The table below shows live departures for Rijeka to Bologna buses for today, Friday, March 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 8:25 AM Rijeka, Bus Station | 7h15 | 3:40 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:30 PM Rijeka, Bus Station | 7h15 | 10:45 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:00 PM Rijeka, Bus Station | 7h15 | 3:15 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 Rijeka to Bologna
Buses from Rijeka to Bologna run on average 3 times per day, taking around 6h 29m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €21 if you book in advance.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:45, the last at 22:25. The fastest bus covers the 260 km distance in 6h 35m.
Distance 260 km |
Average bus duration 6h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price €21 |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 6h 35m |
First bus 00:45 |
Last bus 22:25 |
Bus providers: FlixBus from Rijeka to BolognaYou can travel by bus between Rijeka to Bologna with FlixBus for as low as €21. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Rijeka to Bologna
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rijeka 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.

- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- 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.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- 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 Rijeka to Bologna
- 05:30-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria (in the station)
- Bakery (in the station)
- Fast-food Outlet (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 2, 3, 7, 8, 18 Train: Rijeka Train Station
- 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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