The cheapest and fastest buses from Vienna to Bologna
Cheapest price
€72
Average price
€92
Fastest journey
9 h 55 m
Average duration
11 h 45 m
Buses per day
7
Distance
565 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Vienna to Bologna is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Vienna to Bologna will cost around €92 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €72.
Of the 7 buses that leave Vienna for Bologna on Mon, Feb 16, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Feb 16 the direct buses cover the 565 km distance in an average of 11 h 45 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 9 h 55 m .
On Mon, Feb 16 the slowest buses will take 13 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.
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Compare train, bus, and flight for Vienna to Bologna
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Vienna to Bologna among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €37. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 40m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €37, and a flight costs an average of €23.
Distance: 565 km
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| Bus | Most popular Flight | Train |
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€64 Average price Cheapest | €178 Average price | €86 Average price |
10h 40m Average total duration 10h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 40m Average total duration Fastest 1h 40m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 10h 8m Average total duration 9h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.6 - 1.4kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Vienna to Bologna bus times
The table below shows live departures for Vienna to Bologna buses for today, Sunday, February 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:45 PM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 13h00 | 1:45 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:55 PM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 13h50 | 2:45 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:45 PM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 13h30 | 3:15 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 3:55 PM Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 13h50 | 5:45 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:45 PM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 11h10 | 7:55 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:05 PM Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 10h50 | 7:55 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:10 PM Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 14h05 | 1:15 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1 transfer | |
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:25 AM Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 13h50 | 10:15 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Vienna to Bologna
Buses from Vienna to Bologna run on average 9 times per day, taking around 10h 10m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €37 but you can travel from only €23 by flight.
There are 3 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:02, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 565 km distance in 9h 55m.
Distance 565 km |
Average bus duration 10h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price €37 |
Buses per day 9 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 9h 55m |
First bus 00:02 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar from Vienna to BolognaYou can travel by bus between Vienna to Bologna with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar for as low as €23. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Vienna to Bologna
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Vienna 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.
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- 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.
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- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
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- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
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- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Vienna to Bologna
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Restaurant 1 (in the station)
- Restaurant 2 (in the station)
- Restaurant 3 (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 13A, 69A Metro: U1 Train: S1, S2, S3
- 05:30-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside the terminal.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 77A, 80A Metro: U3
- 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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