Bus Tickets from Rome to Bologna

Next bus departures

Next departures for Rome to Bologna on November 25
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Flixbus Bus
Rome Tiburtina Bus Station
Bologna AutostazioneCheapest
Autoservizi SalemiBus
    		Rome Tiburtina Bus Station
    		Bologna AutostazioneFastest
    MarinoBusBus
    		Rome Tiburtina Bus Station
    		Bologna AutostazioneNo tags
    ItabusBus
    		Rome Tiburtina Bus Station
    		Bologna AutostazioneNo tags
    Flixbus Bus
    		Rome Tiburtina Bus Station
    		Bologna AutostazioneNo tags

    Last refresh of the prices: Today at 2:12 PM CET.

    Compare 3 ways to go from Rome to Bologna

    We recommend carpooling

    Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Bologna. The journey takes about 3 hours 50 minutes, and with fares starting at just $28, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

    24carpool per day
    3h 50mAverage Duration
    304 kmDistance
    13kgCO₂ emissions
    Bus
    		Average Price$12 - $266Average Duration5h 15m
    8kg CO₂e
    Train
    		Average Price$31 - $507Average Duration2h 13m
    7kg CO₂e
    Carpool
    		Average Price$28 - $69Average Duration3h 50m
    13kg CO₂e

    Frequently asked questions about travelling from Rome to Bologna by bus

    1. What is the distance between Rome and Bologna?

      The distance covered from Rome to Bologna is 304 km (189 miles).

    2. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Rome to Bologna?

      Buses traveling this route start their trip at Rome Ciampino Airport, in Rome, and end it at Bologna, in Bologna.

    Find cheapest prices for buses

    Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

    Best price found
    11-22
    $31
    11-23
    $62
    Today
    $31
    11-25
    $19
    11-26
    $21
    11-27
    $16
    11-28
    $22
    11-29
    $14
    busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Rome to Bologna was searched and found on Nov 29, 2025 with a price of $14

    To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Rome to Bologna, as early as possible.

    You can expect to pay from $14 to $145 for a bus ticket from Rome to Bologna based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $14 which is on 2025-11-29.

    Usually FlixBus, Sellitto, Itabus will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

    What's the cheapest way to go from Rome to Bologna?

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