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The cheapest and fastest buses from Rome to Bologna Centrale

Showing times and prices for Nov 22

Cheapest price

€12

Average price

€23

Fastest journey

3 h 30 m

Average duration

3 h 55 m

Buses per day

48

Distance

305 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Rome to Bologna Centrale 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 Centrale will cost around €23 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €12.

Fast buses

Of the 48 buses that leave Rome for Bologna Centrale on Sat, Nov 22, 47 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Sat, Nov 22 the direct buses cover the 305 km distance in an average of 3 h 55 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 30 m .

On Sat, Nov 22 the slowest buses will take 4 h 36 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.

FlixBusFlixBus
08:00PM5h15
Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina
01:15AMBologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
121One-way
0 transfers
FlixBusFlixBus
04:35PM5h20
Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina
09:55PMBologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
121One-way
0 transfers
FlixBusFlixBus
11:50PM5h40
Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina
05:30AMBologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
131One-way
0 transfers
Itabus2792
11:59PM4h36
Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina
04:35AMBologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
131One-way
0 transfers
Itabus2422
11:40PM4h40
Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina
04:20AMBologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
131One-way
0 transfers

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Rome to Bologna Centrale

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Rome to Bologna Centrale among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €7. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 58m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €7, and a flight costs an average of €69.

Distance: 305 km

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€12

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Cheapest

€33

Average price

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Average price

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Average total duration

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30m

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4h 15m

Average total duration

3h 45m

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Itabus

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Italo

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ITA

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Live departures

Rome to Bologna Centrale bus times

The table below shows live departures for Rome to Bologna Centrale buses for today, Friday, November 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.

Last updated at 6:31 AM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
itab21267:00 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina
4h40
11:40 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus7:15 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina
5h00
12:15 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus7:30 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina
5h15
12:45 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus7:50 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina
5h25
1:15 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)0 transfersDirect
itab38028:00 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina
4h40
12:40 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus8:15 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina
5h55
2:10 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus8:25 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina
5h25
1:50 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)0 transfersDirect
itab27909:00 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina
4h40
1:40 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus9:10 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina
5h20
2:30 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)0 transfersDirect
itab240210:00 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina
4h40
2:40 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus10:10 AM Roma, Autostazione (Metro Anagnina)
5h55
4:05 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus10:50 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina
5h15
4:05 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)0 transfersDirect
itab1121 · 220411:00 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina
16h30
3:30 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)1 transfer
itab270411:00 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina
5h15
4:15 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus11:10 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina
5h35
4:45 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus11:45 AM Roma, Autostazione (Metro Anagnina)
4h50
4:35 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)0 transfersDirect
itab380412:00 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina
4h40
4:40 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)0 transfersDirect
itab112012:15 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina
5h40
5:55 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)0 transfersDirect
itab27261:00 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina
5h15
6:15 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)0 transfersDirect
itab24902:40 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina
5h15
7:55 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus3:35 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina
5h20
8:55 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus3:50 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina
5h30
9:20 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)0 transfersDirect
itab27284:00 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina
5h05
9:05 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus4:05 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina
5h00
9:05 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus4:25 PM Roma, Autostazione (Metro Anagnina)
4h50
9:15 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)0 transfersDirect
itab11225:00 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina
4h40
9:40 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus5:15 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina
5h30
10:45 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus7:00 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina
5h15
12:15 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus8:20 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina
5h25
1:45 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)0 transfersDirect
itab38988:45 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina
4h40
1:25 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)0 transfersDirect
itab24949:15 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina
5h10
2:25 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus9:45 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina
5h10
2:55 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)0 transfersDirect
marino_autolinee05410:00 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina
4h50
2:50 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)0 transfersDirect
itab382610:00 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina
4h40
2:40 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)0 transfersDirect
itab242210:40 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina
4h40
3:20 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus10:50 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina
5h40
4:30 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)0 transfersDirect
itab279210:59 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina
4h36
3:35 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)0 transfersDirect
itab241811:30 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina
4h40
4:10 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)0 transfersDirect
Saturday, November 22
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus12:40 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina
4h40
5:20 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)0 transfersDirect
marino_autolinee1094:40 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina
4h50
9:30 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus5:30 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina
5h35
11:05 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)0 transfersDirect
itab34926:00 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina
4h40
10:40 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus6:30 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina
6h05
12:35 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)0 transfersDirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Rome to Bologna Centrale

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Buses from Rome to Bologna Centrale run on average 39 times per day, taking around 5h 0m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €7 if you book in advance.

There are 35 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 03:40, the last at 21:59. The fastest bus covers the 305 km distance in 4h 36m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
305 km
Average bus duration
5h 0m
Cheapest ticket price
€7
Buses per day
39
Direct buses
35
Fastest bus
4h 36m
First bus
03:40
Last bus
21:59
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Bus providers: Itabus, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Marino Autolinee, BlaBlaCar, Autoservizi Salemi, Autoservizi Salemi Srl from Rome to Bologna CentraleYou can travel by bus between Rome to Bologna Centrale with Itabus, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Marino Autolinee, BlaBlaCar, Autoservizi Salemi, Autoservizi Salemi Srl for as low as €7. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

Itabus

About
Itabus is a leading bus company in Italy, providing reliable and comfortable transportation services to its customers. Itabus operates a fleet of modern buses, ranging from luxury coaches to standard buses, all equipped with air conditioning, comfortable seating, and onboard entertainment.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 36m
Cheapest Price
€7
Itabus frequency
32 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
Additional luggage
5€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Dedicated seating areas; Accessible restrooms.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed.
Pets
Small pets allowed in carriers; larger pets must be leashed and muzzled.

FlixBus

About
FlixBus is one of Europe’s leading low-cost bus companies, founded in Germany and now offering long-distance services across Europe and the United States. In addition to its extensive daytime network, FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select European routes. Standard amenities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge devices, extra legroom, luggage space, and onboard toilets, with snacks and drinks available for purchase. FlixBus offers a single Standard ticket type for all routes, which includes one carry-on bag and one checked bag per passenger. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and for reserving specific seats, such as Extra Seats, Table Seats, or Panorama Seats. This combination of affordability, comfort, and wide coverage makes FlixBus a popular choice for budget-conscious travelers.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 50m
Cheapest Price
€8
FlixBus frequency
17 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
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.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed for a fee; must be booked.
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed; guide dogs travel for free.

Marino Autolinee

About
MarinoBus is an Italian bus company with more than 200 destinations and 6,000 connections across Italy and Europe. Originally focused on Basilicata and Apulia, its network has expanded to cover the rest of Italy as well as Switzerland, France, Germany, and Luxembourg. All MarinoBus coaches are equipped with spacious reclining seats, air conditioning, onboard restrooms, WiFi, minibars, and color TVs. For your next trip, you can book the standard ticket, which includes one piece of hand luggage and up to two checked bags per passenger
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 50m
Cheapest Price
€43
Marino Autolinee frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 10kg (55x40x20 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag up to 20 kg.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund. Cancellations within 24 hours incur a 50% fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible restrooms.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed.
Pets
Small pets allowed in carriers; larger pets must be leashed and muzzled.

BlaBlaCar Bus

About
BlaBlaCar Bus (formerly known as Ouibus or iDBUS) is a long-distance coach company operating in 10 European countries and connecting over 300 destinations. A subsidiary of the French carpooling company BlaBlaCar, it offers comfortable travel with standard amenities such as air conditioning, toilets, USB and power outlets for charging devices, extra legroom, and adjustable seats. Free Wi-Fi is available on select routes. BlaBlaCar Bus offers only a Standard ticket type, which allows passengers to bring one carry-on bag and up to two checked bags per person.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
5h 15m
Cheapest Price
€8
BlaBlaCar Bus frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 7kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a refund in the form of a voucher.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Accessible seating options.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed; additional fees may apply.

Autoservizi Salemi

About
Autoservizi Salemi is an Italian bus company that provides daily bus services across the Italian peninsula and throughout Sicily, connecting 33 cities and 52 stations with 487 trips daily. They offer national, regional, airport, and urban routes, including popular connections to cities like Milan, Florence, Bologna, Marsala, and Palermo. Onboard amenities often include air conditioning, power outlets, restrooms, Wi-Fi, and sometimes movies on longer journeys. Autoservizi Salemi also offers bus rentals and various ticket options.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Autoservizi Salemi frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
Two pieces of luggage: one large suitcase for the hold and one smaller backpack for on-board.
Cancellation Policy
The cancellation policy can vary by ticket class, individual trips, or promotions, so it's best to check the terms during booking.
Unaccompagned minor
Children between 14 and 17 years old can travel alone with parental consent, but drivers cannot supervise them.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Snacks and beverages are available for purchase on board.
Toilets
USB plugs

BlaBlaCar

About
BlaBlaCar is a French online marketplace for carpooling, connecting drivers with empty seats and passengers traveling to the same destination to share costs. Founded in 2006, it operates in Europe and Latin America, boasting 26 million active members. The platform also includes BlaBlaCar Bus, an intercity bus service. BlaBlaCar's name comes from its rating system for drivers' chattiness: \Bla\" for quiet, \"BlaBla\" for talkative, and \"BlaBlaBla\" for very chatty. The company aims to be the leading marketplace for shared travel, offering affordable and sustainable solutions by combining carpooling with bus journeys."
Luggage & cancellation policy
BlaBlaCar frequency
4 a day

Autoservizi Salemi Srl

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 25m
Cheapest Price
€18
Autoservizi Salemi Srl frequency
1 a day

FAQs: Bus from Rome to Bologna Centrale

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rome to Bologna Centrale 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 Centrale, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Rome to Bologna Centrale can start from as little as €5 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Rome to Bologna Centrale is €12; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Rome to Bologna Centrale is 4 h 36 min   to travel the 305 km long trip, with around there are 34 coaches per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Rome to Bologna Centrale leaves at 04: 40. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from Rome to Bologna Centrale leaves at 22: 59.
Yes, it is possible to travel from Rome to Bologna Centrale without having to change trains with Itabus, FlixBus, Marino Autolinee or Autoservizi Salemi Srl. There are 30 direct coaches from Rome to Bologna Centrale each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.
When taking a coach from Rome to Bologna Centrale, you can count on Itabus, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Marino Autolinee, BlaBlaCar, Autoservizi Salemi or Autoservizi Salemi Srl for the best way to get you to Bologna Centrale. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Rome and Bologna Centrale and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
A trip to Bologna Centrale from Rome is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 4 h 36 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Rome to Bologna Centrale is October.
You have options as you can travel between Rome and Bologna Centrale 3 different ways: train, coach or flight.
No, the coach from Rome to Bologna Centrale has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Rome to Bologna Centrale.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Rome to Bologna Centrale.

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    Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Rome to Bologna Centrale.
    No, luggage for the coach from Rome to Bologna Centrale needs to be booked in addition.
    No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Rome to Bologna Centrale.
    Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Rome to Bologna Centrale.
    No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Rome to Bologna Centrale.
    No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Rome to Bologna Centrale.

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    Popular bus stations from Rome to Bologna Centrale

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    Bologna
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    DiningDining
    ATMATM
    TaxisTaxis
    AccessibilityAccessibility
    WCWC
    Ticket OfficeTicket Office
    information
    ticketOfficeHours
    Ticket Office Hours
    • 06:00-23:00
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    Distance to city center
    3 km
    carConnection
    Car connection
    Via dell'Aeroporto di Fiumicino
    Wifi
    Wifi
    • Free Wi-Fi
    Dining
    Dining
    • Ristorante Italiano (in the station)
    • Fast Food Express (in the station)
    • Caffè del Terminal (in the station).
    Taxis
    Taxis
    • Available outside the arrivals terminal.
    Accessibility
    Accessibility
    • Elevators, ramps
    WC
    WC
    • Available in the station.
    Public transit options for Fiumicino, Aeroporto Leonardo de Vinci (T3 Arrivi - Stazione degli autobus)
    • Bus: 520, 720 Train: Leonardo Express
    Roma, Autostazione (Metro Anagnina)
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    Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina
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