The cheapest and fastest buses from Rome to Bologna
Cheapest price
€9
Average price
€17
Fastest journey
4 h 15 m
Average duration
4 h 34 m
Buses per day
44
Distance
304 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Rome to Bologna is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rome to Bologna will cost around €17 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €9.
Of the 44 buses that leave Rome for Bologna on Thu, May 28, 43 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, May 28 the direct buses cover the 304 km distance in an average of 4 h 34 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 15 m .
On Thu, May 28 the slowest buses will take 4 h 40 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.
38029:00 AM5h05Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina2:05 PMBologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)€91One-way0 transfers
27285:00 PM5h05Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina10:05 PMBologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)€91One-way0 transfers
240211:00 AM5h15Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina4:15 PMBologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)€91One-way0 transfers
47883:20 PM5h15Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina8:35 PMBologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)€101One-way0 transfers
11201:30 PM5h50Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina7:20 PMBologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)€101One-way0 transfers
7016:15 AM4h15Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina10:30 AMBologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)€351One-way0 transfers
270211:59 PM4h36Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina4:35 AMBologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)€201One-way0 transfers
38989:45 PM4h40Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina2:25 AMBologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)€211One-way0 transfers
241812:40 AM4h40Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina5:20 AMBologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)€151One-way0 transfers
34927:00 AM4h40Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina11:40 AMBologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)€151One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Rome to Bologna
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Rome to Bologna among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €8. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 50m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €8, and a flight costs an average of €70.
Distance: 304 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€16 Average price Cheapest | €35 Average price | €184 Average price |
4h 41m Average total duration 4h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 45m Average total duration 4h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 50m Average total duration Fastest 2h 50m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.9 - 1.8kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Rome to Bologna bus times
The table below shows live departures for Rome to Bologna buses for today, Wednesday, May 27. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
4788 | 3:20 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 5h15 | 8:35 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:35 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 5h20 | 9:55 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:05 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 5h10 | 10:15 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:25 PM Roma, Autostazione (Metro Anagnina) | 4h50 | 10:15 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:15 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 5h30 | 11:45 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:00 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 5h15 | 1:15 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
3898 | 9:45 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 4h40 | 2:25 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
2772 | 10:00 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 4h40 | 2:40 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
2494 | 10:15 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 5h10 | 3:25 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
3826 | 10:45 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 5h45 | 4:30 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:45 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 5h10 | 3:55 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
054 | 11:00 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 4h50 | 3:50 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
2422 | 11:45 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 4h40 | 4:25 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:50 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 5h40 | 5:30 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
2702 | 11:59 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 4h36 | 4:35 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
2418 | 12:40 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 4h40 | 5:20 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:20 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 7h00 | 8:20 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1 transfer | |
109 | 5:40 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 4h50 | 10:30 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
701 | 6:15 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 4h15 | 10:30 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:30 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 5h35 | 12:05 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
3492 | 7:00 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 4h40 | 11:40 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:30 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 6h05 | 1:35 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
2126 | 8:00 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 5h15 | 1:15 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:20 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 5h10 | 1:30 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:30 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 5h15 | 1:45 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:50 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 5h25 | 2:15 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
3802 | 9:00 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 5h05 | 2:05 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:10 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 6h05 | 3:15 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:25 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 5h25 | 2:50 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
2790 | 10:00 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 4h40 | 2:40 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:10 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 5h20 | 3:30 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
2402 | 11:00 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 5h15 | 4:15 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:10 AM Roma, Autostazione (Metro Anagnina) | 5h55 | 5:05 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:50 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 5h15 | 5:05 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
2794 | 12:00 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 4h40 | 4:40 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 12:10 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 5h35 | 5:45 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 12:45 PM Roma, Autostazione (Metro Anagnina) | 4h50 | 5:35 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
3804 | 1:00 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 4h40 | 5:40 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
1120 | 1:30 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 5h50 | 7:20 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
2726 | 2:00 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 5h15 | 7:15 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Rome to Bologna
Buses from Rome to Bologna run on average 38 times per day, taking around 4h 11m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €8 if you book in advance.
There are 34 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:02, the last at 23:56. The fastest bus covers the 304 km distance in 4h 36m.
Distance 304 km |
Average bus duration 4h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price €8 |
Buses per day 38 |
Direct buses 34 |
Fastest bus 4h 36m |
First bus 12:02 AM |
Last bus 11:56 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 35 days |
Bus providers: Itabus, FlixBus, Marino Autolinee, BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar, Autoservizi Salemi, Infobus, Autoservizi Salemi Srl from Rome to BolognaYou can travel by bus between Rome to Bologna with Itabus, FlixBus, Marino Autolinee, BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar, Autoservizi Salemi, Infobus, Autoservizi Salemi Srl for as low as €8. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Autoservizi Salemi Srl
FAQs: Bus from Rome to Bologna
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rome 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 Rome to Bologna
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Ristorante Italiano (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station)
- Caffè del Terminal (in the station).
- Available outside the arrivals terminal.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 520, 720 Train: Leonardo Express
- 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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