The cheapest and fastest buses from Siena to Bologna
Cheapest price on Sep 23
€5
Average ticket price on Sep 23
€14
Fastest journey on Sep 23
2 h 20 m
Average journey duration on Sep 23
2 h 25 m
Buses on Sep 23
10
Distance
131 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Siena to Bologna is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Siena to Bologna will cost around €14 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €5.
On Wed, Sep 23, we found 10 buses from Siena to Bologna, including 7 direct services.
On Wed, Sep 23 the direct buses cover the 131 km distance in an average of 2 h 25 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 20 m .
On Wed, Sep 23 the slowest buses will take 2 h 35 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.
27264:55 PM2h20Siena, Stazione FS (Piazzale Carlo Rosselli)7:15 PMBologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)€51One-way0 transfers
FlixBus3:05 PM2h40Siena, Stazione FS (Piazzale Carlo Rosselli)5:45 PMBologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)€61One-way0 transfers
FlixBus12:15 PM2h35Siena, Stazione FS (Piazzale Carlo Rosselli)2:50 PMBologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)€61One-way0 transfers
FlixBus2:51 PM2h54Siena, Siena/Viale Pietro Toselli5:45 PMBologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)€61One-way0 transfers
212610:55 AM2h20Siena, Stazione FS (Piazzale Carlo Rosselli)1:15 PMBologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)€141One-way0 transfers
212610:55 AM2h20Siena, Stazione FS (Piazzale Carlo Rosselli)1:15 PMBologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)€141One-way0 transfers
27264:55 PM2h20Siena, Stazione FS (Piazzale Carlo Rosselli)7:15 PMBologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)€51One-way0 transfers
24941:05 AM2h20Siena, Stazione FS (Piazzale Carlo Rosselli)3:25 AMBologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)€301One-way0 transfers
FlixBus7:50 AM2h30Siena, Stazione FS (Piazzale Carlo Rosselli)10:20 AMBologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)€221One-way0 transfers
FlixBus12:15 PM2h35Siena, Stazione FS (Piazzale Carlo Rosselli)2:50 PMBologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)€61One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Siena to Bologna
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Siena to Bologna among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €14 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 55m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €14, while a train costs an average of €19.
Distance: 131 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€14 Average price Cheapest | €19 Average price | €37 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 25m Average total duration 2h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 55m Average total duration Fastest 2h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 58m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Siena to Bologna:
A bus is €5 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Siena to Bologna costing on average €19.
Other travel options to Bologna take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 55m.
Live departures
Siena to Bologna bus times
The table below shows live departures for Siena to Bologna buses for tomorrow, Wednesday, September 23. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
2494 | 1:05 AM Siena, Stazione FS (Piazzale Carlo Rosselli) | 2h20 | 3:25 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:10 AM Siena, Stazione FS (Piazzale Carlo Rosselli) | 3h30 | 9:40 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 7:50 AM Siena, Stazione FS (Piazzale Carlo Rosselli) | 2h30 | 10:20 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18278 · Regionale 18664 · Autobus TTPER B0400 | 8:48 AM Siena station | 4h02 | 12:50 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18218 · Regionale 18490 · Autobus TTPER B0402 | 9:18 AM Siena station | 4h32 | 1:50 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
2126 | 10:55 AM Siena, Stazione FS (Piazzale Carlo Rosselli) | 2h20 | 1:15 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 12:15 PM Siena, Stazione FS (Piazzale Carlo Rosselli) | 2h35 | 2:50 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:51 PM Siena, Siena/Viale Pietro Toselli | 2h54 | 5:45 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:05 PM Siena, Stazione FS (Piazzale Carlo Rosselli) | 2h40 | 5:45 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
2726 | 4:55 PM Siena, Stazione FS (Piazzale Carlo Rosselli) | 2h20 | 7:15 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Why should you book Siena to Bologna buses with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs FlixBus?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for FlixBus, but also compare tickets for the likes of Itabus to find the best option for your trip from Siena to Bologna.
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Why book with Omio over Wanderu, Trainline or Checkmybus?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Itabus to find the best option for your trip from Siena to Bologna.
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Siena to Bologna
Buses from Siena to Bologna run on average 13 times per day, taking around 2h 55m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €4 if you book in advance.
There are 11 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:40, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 131 km distance in 2h 5m.
Distance 131 km |
Average bus duration 2h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price €4 |
Buses per day 13 |
Direct buses 11 |
Fastest bus 2h 5m |
First bus 12:40 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 28 days |
Bus providers: FlixBus, Itabus from Siena to BolognaYou can travel by bus between Siena to Bologna with FlixBus, Itabus for as low as €4. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Siena to Bologna
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Siena 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.
- Itabus
- Assistance
- Dedicated seating areas
- Accessible restrooms.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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 Siena to Bologna
Most Siena to Bologna buses use the Siena, Stazione FS (Piazzale Carlo Rosselli) to Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) station pair. Use this guide to compare Siena and Bologna bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which Siena station do buses to Bologna leave from?
Getting to Siena, Stazione FS (Piazzale Carlo Rosselli) from Siena city centre
Siena, Stazione FS (Piazzale Carlo Rosselli) is 1 km from Siena city centre. Public transport options include:
Siena, Stazione FS (Piazzale Carlo Rosselli) bus station facilities and services
Siena, Stazione FS (Piazzale Carlo Rosselli) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafeteria and vending machines available.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Siena, Stazione FS (Piazzale Carlo Rosselli). ATMs are available at Siena, Stazione FS (Piazzale Carlo Rosselli).
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Siena, Stazione FS (Piazzale Carlo Rosselli).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Siena, Stazione FS (Piazzale Carlo Rosselli): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Siena, Stazione FS (Piazzale Carlo Rosselli): Wheelchair ramps are provided.
Getting to Siena, Siena/Viale Pietro Toselli from Siena city centre
Siena, Siena/Viale Pietro Toselli is 1 km from Siena city centre. Public transport options include:
Siena, Siena/Viale Pietro Toselli bus station facilities and services
Siena, Siena/Viale Pietro Toselli has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Nearby cafes and fast food available.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Siena, Siena/Viale Pietro Toselli. ATMs are available at Siena, Siena/Viale Pietro Toselli.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Siena, Siena/Viale Pietro Toselli.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Siena, Siena/Viale Pietro Toselli: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Siena, Siena/Viale Pietro Toselli: Ramps and accessible paths available.
Which Bologna station do buses from Siena 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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