Trieste to Bologna bus with Marino Autolinee

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The cheapest and fastest buses from Trieste to Bologna

Showing times and prices for Dec 09

Cheapest price

€9

Average price

€21

Fastest journey

3 h

Average duration

3 h 57 m

Buses per day

9

Distance

231 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Trieste to Bologna is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Trieste to Bologna will cost around €21 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €9.

Fast buses

Of the 9 buses that leave Trieste for Bologna on Tue, Dec 09, 8 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Tue, Dec 09 the direct buses cover the 231 km distance in an average of 3 h 57 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h .

On Tue, Dec 09 the slowest buses will take 4 h 50 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
06:15PM5h30
Trieste, Autostazione
11:45PMBologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
91One-way
0 transfers
Itabus2791
08:25PM5h20
Trieste, Central Bus Station
01:45AMBologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
111One-way
0 transfers
Itabus2797
10:00AM4h55
Trieste, Central Bus Station
02:55PMBologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
121One-way
0 transfers
Itabus2771
10:35PM4h50
Trieste, Central Bus Station
03:25AMBologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
151One-way
0 transfers
Marino Autolinee065
07:00PM4h20
Trieste, Autostazione
11:20PMBologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
181One-way
0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare bus, train, and ferry for Trieste to Bologna

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Trieste to Bologna among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €6. For those with little time consider booking a ferry which can get you there in 3h 0m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €6, and a ferry costs an average of €80.

Distance: 231 km

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Ferry

€11

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Cheapest

€27

Average price

€81

Average price

4h 54m

Average total duration

4h 24m

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30m

Additional time*

4h 18m

Average total duration

3h 48m

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4h 0m

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Fastest

3h 0m

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1h 0m

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0.2 - 0.6kg

CO2 emissions

0.1 - 0.2kg

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Live departures

Trieste to Bologna bus times

The table below shows live departures for Trieste to Bologna buses for today, Monday, December 8. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.

Last updated at 1:06 PM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
itab2810 · 24951:30 PM Trieste, Central Bus Station
12h15
1:45 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)1 transfer
itab2810 · 38971:30 PM Trieste, Central Bus Station
11h35
1:05 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)1 transfer
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus5:15 PM Trieste, Autostazione
5h30
10:45 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)0 transfersDirect
marino_autolinee0656:00 PM Trieste, Autostazione
4h20
10:20 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)0 transfersDirect
itab27917:25 PM Trieste, Central Bus Station
5h20
12:45 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus9:10 PM Trieste, Autostazione
4h35
1:45 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)0 transfersDirect
itab27719:35 PM Trieste, Central Bus Station
4h50
2:25 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)0 transfersDirect
Tuesday, December 9
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus1:40 AM Trieste, Autostazione
6h15
7:55 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)1 transfer
itab27979:00 AM Trieste, Central Bus Station
4h55
1:55 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)0 transfersDirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Trieste to Bologna

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Buses from Trieste to Bologna run on average 8 times per day, taking around 4h 24m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €6 if you book in advance.

There are 7 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:01, the last at 23:54. The fastest bus covers the 231 km distance in 4h 35m.

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
231 km
Average bus duration
4h 24m
Cheapest ticket price
€6
Buses per day
8
Direct buses
7
Fastest bus
4h 35m
First bus
00:01
Last bus
23:54
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: Marino Autolinee, FlixBus, Itabus, BlaBlaCar, BlaBlaCar Bus from Trieste to BolognaYou can travel by bus between Trieste to Bologna with Marino Autolinee, FlixBus, Itabus, BlaBlaCar, BlaBlaCar Bus for as low as €6. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

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 20m
Cheapest Price
€19
Marino Autolinee frequency
1 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.

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 35m
Cheapest Price
€8
FlixBus frequency
4 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.

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 50m
Cheapest Price
€6
Itabus frequency
4 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.

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
6h 10m
Cheapest Price
€34
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.

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
2 a day

FAQs: Bus from Trieste to Bologna

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Trieste 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.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Trieste to Bologna can start from as little as €3 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Trieste to Bologna is €20; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Trieste to Bologna coach travel time is 4 h 20 min   for the 230 km long trip, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Trieste to Bologna leaves at 00: 40. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from Trieste to Bologna leaves at 23: 54.
Yes, it is possible to travel from Trieste to Bologna without having to change trains with Marino Autolinee or FlixBus. There are 4 direct coaches from Trieste to Bologna each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.
For the best Trieste to Bologna coach to book, you can travel safely and comfortably with Marino Autolinee or FlixBus. However, it's always good to check all possible coach companies with services from Trieste to Bologna to compare what amenities they may offer.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Trieste, Autostazione, which is located around 1.4 miles (2.2 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.

A trip to Bologna from Trieste is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 4 h 20 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Trieste to Bologna is February.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Trieste and Bologna including taking a train or coach.

popular bus stations

Popular bus stations from Trieste to Bologna

Trieste
Bologna
The major bus station for departures in Trieste is Trieste, Centrale. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Trieste, Centrale for your trip from Trieste to Bologna.
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