Bus Tickets from Palermo to Bologna

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TodayJul 30
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from US$77
SatAug 2
from US$96
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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: August 1 at
    Departure city: Palermo
    Departure location: Terminal Bus Palermo
    Arrival time: August 2 at
    Destination city: Bologna
    Destination location: Bologna Autostazione
    Operated by: ItabusItabus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: August 1 at
    Departure city: Palermo
    Departure location: Terminal Bus Palermo
    Arrival time: August 2 at
    Destination city: Bologna
    Destination location: Bologna Autostazione
    Operated by: Autoservizi SalemiAutoservizi Salemi
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: August 1 at
    Departure city: Palermo
    Departure location: Terminal Bus Palermo
    Arrival time: August 2 at
    Destination city: Bologna
    Destination location: Bologna Autostazione
    Operated by: ItabusItabus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: August 1 at
    Departure city: Palermo
    Departure location: Terminal Bus Palermo
    Arrival time: August 2 at
    Destination city: Bologna
    Destination location: Bologna Autostazione
    Operated by: Autoservizi SalemiAutoservizi Salemi
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to go from Palermo to Bologna

Bus
Average PriceUS$39 - US$170Average Duration18h 55m
18kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Carpool
Average PriceUS$104 - US$104Average Duration14h 10m
31kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends carpooling from Palermo to Bologna

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Bologna. The journey takes about 14 hours 10 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$104, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day
14h 10mAverage Duration
US$104Cheapest ticket
31kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Palermo to Bologna: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$115
Average Bus Trip Duration18h 55m
Number of daily buses2
Earliest bus departure9:10am
Distance731 km
Latest bus departure7:45pm

Palermo to Bologna Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Palermo - Bologna

  1. What is the travel distance from Palermo to Bologna?

    The distance between Palermo and Bologna is around 730 km (453 miles).

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

    Buses traveling this route start their trip at Terminal Bus Palermo, in Palermo, 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
07-28
US$117
07-29
US$104
Today
US$102
07-31
US$103
08-01
US$71
08-02
US$88
08-03
US$102
08-04
US$102
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Palermo to Bologna was searched and found on Aug 1, 2025 with a price of US$71

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

You can expect to pay from US$71 to US$117 for a bus ticket from Palermo to Bologna based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$71 which is on 2025-08-01.

Usually ASAL 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.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

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Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Palermo to Bologna, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Palermo to Bologna.

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Did you know?

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

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