What is the distance between Bologna and Rijeka?

Bologna and Rijeka are 162 miles (260 km) apart.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Bologna to Rijeka?

If you're headed to Rijeka from Bologna, chances are that your bus will depart from Bologna and arrive at Rijeka Bus Station. These are the primary departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can find others that could fit better into your travel plans.

What are the best sights and things to do in Rijeka?

Once in Rijeka, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are City Market, The Rijeka Tunnel, Glagolitic alphabet exhibition, Old Town and St. Vitus Cathedral.

Bus Bologna to Rijeka from $30 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Bologna to Rijeka on November 11
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:50pm	Bologna Autostazione	13h 10m	9:00am	Autobusni kolodvor Rijeka	No tags
Bus	6:40am	Bologna Autostazione	7h 10m	1:50pm	Autobusni kolodvor Rijeka	No tags
Bus	5:10pm	Bologna Autostazione	10h 10m	3:20am	Autobusni kolodvor Rijeka	No tags
Bus	7:40pm	Bologna Autostazione	12h 5m	7:45am	Autobusni kolodvor Rijeka	No tags
Bus	5:55pm	Bologna Autostazione	15h 5m	9:00am	Autobusni kolodvor Rijeka	No tags

Compare 2 ways to go from Bologna to Rijeka

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Rijeka. The journey takes about 6 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just $27, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

6h 40mAverage Duration

162 milesDistance

7kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$27 - $48	Average Duration6h 40m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$24 - $24	Average Duration5h 50m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,272 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

Itabus

4/5941 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi3.1

HR bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Rede Expressos, Trenitalia

Where are the popular stops in Bologna and Rijeka?

Stops in Bologna

A - Bologna

B - Piazza XX Settembre

C - Stazione Centrale

D - A14 Autostrada Adriatica

E - Via Francesco Petrarca, 21

F - Area di Servizio Cantagallo

Stops in Rijeka

A - Rijeka Bus Station

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Bologna to Rijeka by bus

What is the distance between Bologna and Rijeka?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Bologna to Rijeka?
What are the best sights and things to do in Rijeka?

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

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The cheapest trip from Bologna to Rijeka was searched and found on Nov 15, 2025 with a price of $36

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

You can expect to pay from $36 to $46 for a bus ticket from Bologna to Rijeka based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $36 which is on 2025-11-15.