The cheapest and fastest buses from Varese to Bologna
Cheapest price
€20
Average price
€20
Fastest journey
4 h 40 m
Average duration
4 h 40 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
246 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Varese to Bologna is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Varese to Bologna will cost around €20 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €20.
It's difficult to get from Varese to Bologna without transferring at least once.
083 · 0556:40 PM4h40Varese, Piazzale Fratelli Kennedy11:20 PMBologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)€201One-way1 transfer
083 · 0556:40 PM4h40Varese, Piazzale Fratelli Kennedy11:20 PMBologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)€201One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Varese to Bologna
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Varese to Bologna among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 49m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €10, and a train costs an average of €17.
Distance: 246 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
€13 Average price Cheapest | €22 Average price |
4h 19m Average total duration 3h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 19m Average total duration Fastest 2h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Varese to Bologna bus times
The table below shows live departures for Varese to Bologna buses for today, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Autobus TRENORD 2513A · Regionale TRENORD 2413+ BUS L609A | 6:17 AM Varese station | 7h23 | 1:40 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale TRENORD 2016 · S1 TRENORD 11814+ BUS L609A | 6:39 AM Varese Casbeno | 7h01 | 1:40 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale TRENORD 2016 · S1 TRENORD 11814+ BUS L609A | 6:46 AM Varese Nord | 6h54 | 1:40 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Autobus TRENORD 9551A · S5 TRENORD 24551 · S5 TRENORD 24583 · Autobus TRENORD 2647A | 1:43 PM Varese station | 17h10 | 6:53 AM Bologna Centrale | 4 transfers | |
Autobus TRENORD 2529A · Regionale TRENORD 10229 · S5 TRENORD 24583 · Autobus TRENORD 2647A | 2:17 PM Varese station | 16h36 | 6:53 AM Bologna Centrale | 4 transfers | |
Autobus TRENORD 9555A · S5 TRENORD 24555 · S5 TRENORD 24583 · Autobus TRENORD 2647A | 2:43 PM Varese station | 16h10 | 6:53 AM Bologna Centrale | 4 transfers | |
Autobus TRENORD 2531A · Regionale 10231 · S5 TRENORD 24583 · Autobus TRENORD 2647A | 3:17 PM Varese station | 15h36 | 6:53 AM Bologna Centrale | 4 transfers | |
Autobus TRENORD 9559A · S5 TRENORD 24559 · S5 TRENORD 24583 · Autobus TRENORD 2647A | 3:43 PM Varese station | 15h10 | 6:53 AM Bologna Centrale | 4 transfers | |
Autobus TRENORD 2533A · Regionale TRENORD 10233 · S5 TRENORD 24583 · Autobus TRENORD 2647A | 4:17 PM Varese station | 14h36 | 6:53 AM Bologna Centrale | 4 transfers | |
Autobus TRENORD 9563A · S5 TRENORD 24563 · S5 TRENORD 24583 · Autobus TRENORD 2647A | 4:43 PM Varese station | 14h10 | 6:53 AM Bologna Centrale | 4 transfers | |
Autobus TRENORD 2535A · Regionale 10235 · S5 TRENORD 24583 · Autobus TRENORD 2647A | 5:17 PM Varese station | 13h36 | 6:53 AM Bologna Centrale | 4 transfers | |
Autobus TRENORD 9567A · S5 TRENORD 24567 · S5 TRENORD 24583 · Autobus TRENORD 2647A | 5:43 PM Varese station | 13h10 | 6:53 AM Bologna Centrale | 4 transfers | |
Autobus TRENORD 2537A · Regionale TRENORD 10237 · S5 TRENORD 24583 · Autobus TRENORD 2647A | 6:17 PM Varese station | 12h36 | 6:53 AM Bologna Centrale | 4 transfers | |
083 · 055 | 6:40 PM Varese, Piazzale Fratelli Kennedy | 4h40 | 11:20 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1 transfer | |
Autobus TRENORD 9571A · S5 TRENORD 24571 · S5 TRENORD 24583 · Autobus TRENORD 2647A | 6:43 PM Varese station | 12h10 | 6:53 AM Bologna Centrale | 4 transfers | |
Autobus TRENORD 2539A · Regionale 10239 · S5 TRENORD 24583 · Autobus TRENORD 2647A | 7:17 PM Varese station | 11h36 | 6:53 AM Bologna Centrale | 4 transfers | |
Autobus TRENORD 9575A · S5 TRENORD 24575 · S5 TRENORD 24583 · Autobus TRENORD 2647A | 7:43 PM Varese station | 11h10 | 6:53 AM Bologna Centrale | 4 transfers | |
Autobus TRENORD 2541A · Regionale TRENORD 10241 · S5 TRENORD 24583 · Autobus TRENORD 2647A | 8:17 PM Varese station | 10h36 | 6:53 AM Bologna Centrale | 4 transfers | |
Autobus TRENORD 9579A · S5 TRENORD 24579 · S5 TRENORD 24583 · Autobus TRENORD 2647A | 8:43 PM Varese station | 10h10 | 6:53 AM Bologna Centrale | 4 transfers | |
Autobus TRENORD 2543A · Regionale 10243 · S5 TRENORD 24583 · Autobus TRENORD 2647A | 9:17 PM Varese station | 9h36 | 6:53 AM Bologna Centrale | 4 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Varese to Bologna
Buses from Varese to Bologna run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 49m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €10 if you book in advance.
There are 4 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 03:10, the last at 22:20. The fastest bus covers the 246 km distance in 4h 40m.
Distance 246 km |
Average bus duration 3h 49m |
Cheapest ticket price €10 |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 4h 40m |
First bus 3:10 AM |
Last bus 10:20 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 5 days |
Bus providers: Marino Autolinee, BlaBlaCar from Varese to BolognaYou can travel by bus between Varese to Bologna with Marino Autolinee, BlaBlaCar for as low as €10. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Varese to Bologna
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Varese 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.
- 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.
- Marino Autolinee
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg (55x40x20 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Marino Autolinee
- 10€ per additional bag up to 20 kg.
- Marino Autolinee
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must be leashed and muzzled.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Varese to Bologna
- 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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