Bus from Milano to Bologna: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Milano to Bologna on November 29
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
MarinoBusBus
Lampugnano
Bologna AutostazioneCheapest
MarinoBusBus
Milan Via Giuseppe Impastato
Bologna AutostazioneFastest
MarinoBusBus
Milan Malpensa Airport T1, Bus station
Bologna AutostazioneNo tags
Autolinee FedericoBus
    		Lampugnano
    		Bologna AutostazioneNo tags
    ItabusBus
    		Lampugnano
    		Bologna AutostazioneNo tags

    Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 11:26 PM CET.

    Compare 3 ways to go from Milano to Bologna

    We recommend carpooling

    Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Bologna. The journey takes about 2 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just $9, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

    24carpool per day
    2h 20mAverage Duration
    125 milesDistance
    8kgCO₂ emissions
    Bus
    		Average Price$6 - $116Average Duration3h 10m
    5kg CO₂e
    Train
    		Average Price$18 - $277Average Duration1h 14m
    5kg CO₂e
    Carpool
    		Average Price$9 - $34Average Duration2h 20m
    8kg CO₂e

    Frequently asked questions about traveling from Milano to Bologna by bus

    Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

    1. How much is the bus ticket from Milano to Bologna?

      The cheapest bus tickets from Milano to Bologna start from $6. The average price for this route is around $14. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

    2. How long is the bus ride from Milano to Bologna?

      The average bus trip duration from Milano to Bologna is 3h 10m, covering a distance of 128 miles (207 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 2h 15m and is operated by MarinoBus.

    3. Which bus companies service the Milano to Bologna route?

      Several major bus companies operate on this route with 43 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Itabus, MarinoBus, BusItalia, Autolinee Federico, BlaBlaCar Bus, GoOpti.

    4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Milano to Bologna?

      The earliest bus departs from Milano to Bologna at 12:45am. And the latest bus departs at 11:55pm.

    5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Milano to Bologna?

      A bus trip from Milano to Bologna generates an estimated 5 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

    6. What is the best bus company from Milano to Bologna?

      According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is GoOpti, with an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 140 reviews.

    7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Milano to Bologna?

      Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Autolinee Federico has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.3.

    8. Which bus company has the most timely service from Milano to Bologna?

      According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is GoOpti, with a punctuality rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.

    9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Milano to Bologna?

      According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Autolinee Federico, with a cleanliness rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars.

    Find cheapest prices for buses

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

    Best price found
    11/26
    $11
    11/27
    $8
    Today
    $8
    11/29
    $7
    11/30
    $5
    12/01
    $5
    12/02
    $6
    12/03
    $6
    busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Milano to Bologna was searched and found on Nov 30, 2025 with a price of $5

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

    You can expect to pay from $5 to $76 for a bus ticket from Milano to Bologna based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $5 which is on 2025-11-30.

    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.

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

    busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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