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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | ZURICH | Bologna Autostazione | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Sihlquai - Limmatstraße | Bologna Autostazione | Fastest | ||||
 | Bus | Sihlquai | Bologna Autostazione | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Airport (ZLC) | Bologna Autostazione | No tags | ||||
| Bus | ZURICH | Bologna Autostazione | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Zürich to Bologna
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Bologna. The journey takes about 5 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just R 522, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
| Average price | Average duration | CO₂ emissions | Actions | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average priceR 416 - R 2 314 | Average duration8h 40m | 10kg CO₂e | ||
Carpool | Average priceR 522 - R 1 084 | Average duration5h 50m | 16kg CO₂e |
Where are the popular stops in Zürich and Bologna?
Stops in Zürich
- BLimmatstrasse, 28, 8005 Zürich, Switzerland
- C
Schanzengasse, 12
Schanzengasse, 12, 8001 Zürich, Switzerland - D
Postsrasse
Poststrasse 12, 8001 Zürich, Switzerland - E
Schindellegistrasse, 1
Schindellegistrasse, 1, 8808 Freienbach, Switzerland
Stops in Bologna
- A
Bologna
- BPiazza XX Settembre, 6, 40126 Bologna, Italy
- C
Stazione Centrale
Viale Pietro Pietramellara, 63, 40121 Bologna, Italy - D
A14 Autostrada Adriatica
A14 - Autostrada Adriatica, 40069 Zola Predosa BO, Italy - E
Via Francesco Petrarca, 21
Via Francesco Petrarca, 21, 40033 Casalecchio di Reno BO, Italy - F
Area di Servizio Cantagallo
km. 198, Autostrada del Sole, , 40033 Casalecchio di Reno BO,, Italy
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Zürich to Bologna by bus
How much does a bus ticket from Zürich to Bologna cost?
The bus ticket price from Zürich to Bologna starts at R 416. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Zürich to Bologna is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the bus ride from Zürich to Bologna?
The average travel time between Zürich and Bologna is around 8h 40m, although the fastest bus will take about 6h 50m. This is the time it takes to travel the 386 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Zürich and Bologna?
The number of buses from Zürich to Bologna can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 9 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Zürich to Bologna by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Zürich to Bologna?
When taking the bus from Zürich to Bologna, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus, Itabus, MarinoBus.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Zürich to Bologna?
Buses travelling between Zürich and Bologna leave from Zürich Airport or Sihlquai - Limmatstraße and arrive at Bologna, Piazza XX Settembre, Stazione Centrale.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Zürich to Bologna was searched and found on 25 Nov 2025 with a price of R 375To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Zürich to Bologna as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 375 to R 1 573 for a bus ticket from Zürich to Bologna based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 417, which is on 2025-11-28.
Usually FlixBus 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.
