The cheapest and fastest buses from Salzburg to Bologna
Cheapest price
€38
Average price
€38
Fastest journey
8 h 30 m
Average duration
8 h 30 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
390 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Salzburg to Bologna is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Salzburg to Bologna will cost around €38 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €38.
Of the 1 buses that leave Salzburg for Bologna on Sun, Dec 21, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Dec 21 the direct buses cover the 390 km distance in an average of 8 h 30 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h 30 m .
On Sun, Dec 21 the slowest buses will take 8 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.


Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Salzburg to Bologna
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Salzburg to Bologna among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €25. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 5h 44m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €25, and a flight costs an average of €126.
Distance: 390 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€50 Average price Cheapest | €92 Average price | €447 Average price |
8h 53m Average total duration 8h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 41m Average total duration 7h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 44m Average total duration Fastest 5h 44m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.4 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Salzburg to Bologna bus times
The table below shows live departures for Salzburg to Bologna buses for today, Saturday, December 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 3:20 AM Salzburg | 10h00 | 1:20 PM Bologna | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:35 AM Salzburg | 33h20 | 12:55 PM Bologna | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:00 AM Salzburg | 8h30 | 6:30 PM Bologna | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:20 PM Salzburg | 12h25 | 4:45 AM Bologna | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:55 PM Salzburg | 10h35 | 5:30 AM Bologna | 0 transfersDirect |
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Compare prices and tickets Salzburg to Bologna by bus, train, or flight
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Salzburg to Bologna
Buses from Salzburg to Bologna run on average 4 times per day, taking around 8h 23m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €25 if you book in advance.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:15, the last at 23:30. The fastest bus covers the 390 km distance in 8h 30m.
Distance 390 km |
Average bus duration 8h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price €25 |
Buses per day 4 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 8h 30m |
First bus 00:15 |
Last bus 23:30 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, Salzburg Verkehr Gmbh from Salzburg to BolognaYou can travel by bus between Salzburg to Bologna with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, Salzburg Verkehr Gmbh for as low as €25. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Salzburg to Bologna
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Salzburg 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.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Salzburg, P+R Süd, which is located around 3 miles (4.9 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre), located 1.4 miles (2.2 km) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Salzburg to Bologna
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café Süd (in the station)
- Fast-Food Express (in the station)
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available near the waiting area.
- Bus: 3, 8, 28
- 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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