How much is the bus ticket from Basel to Bologna?

The cheapest coach tickets from Basel to Bologna start from £35. The average price for this route is around £41. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Basel to Bologna?

The average bus journey time from Basel to Bologna is 10h, covering a distance of 281 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 8h 5m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Basel to Bologna route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , MarinoBus .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Basel to Bologna?

The earliest bus departs from Basel to Bologna at 02:05. And the latest bus departs at 21:00.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Basel to Bologna?

A bus journey from Basel to Bologna produces an estimated 11 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Which is the best bus company from Basel to Bologna?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is MarinoBus , with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 911 reviews.

Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Basel to Bologna?

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company MarinoBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.3.

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Basel to Bologna?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is MarinoBus , with a punctuality rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Basel to Bologna?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is MarinoBus , with a cleanliness rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

Bus Basel to Bologna from £40 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Basel to Bologna on 17 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	21:00	Basel SBB	8h 5m	05:05	Bologna Autostazione	CheapestFastest
Bus	10:45	Basel SBB	9h	19:45	Bologna Autostazione	No tags
Bus	07:45	Mulhouse Freiburg Airport	12h	19:45	Bologna Autostazione	No tags
Bus	18:40	Mulhouse Freiburg Airport	10h 25m	05:05	Bologna Autostazione	No tags

Next departures from Basel to Bologna on 18 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	09:25	Basel SBB	9h 5m	18:30	Bologna Autostazione	CheapestFastest
Bus	12:30	Basel SBB	11h 45m	00:15	Bologna Autostazione	No tags
Bus	21:00	Basel SBB	11h 25m	08:25	Bologna Autostazione	No tags

Next departures from Basel to Bologna on 19 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	09:25	Basel SBB	9h 5m	18:30	Bologna Autostazione	Cheapest
Bus	21:00	Basel SBB	8h 5m	05:05	Bologna Autostazione	Fastest
Bus	02:05	Basel SBB	11h 5m	13:10	Bologna Autostazione	No tags

Next departures from Basel to Bologna on 20 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	07:45	Mulhouse Freiburg Airport	12h	19:45	Bologna Autostazione	Cheapest
Bus	18:40	Mulhouse Freiburg Airport	10h 25m	05:05	Bologna Autostazione	Fastest
Bus	03:20	Mulhouse Freiburg Airport	14h 35m	17:55	Bologna Autostazione	No tags
Bus	13:30	Mulhouse Freiburg Airport	10h 45m	00:15	Bologna Autostazione	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 20:10 CET.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Basel to Bologna

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Bologna. The journey takes about 10 hours and with fares starting at just £35, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5bus per day

10hAverage duration

281 milesDistance

11kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£35 - £73	Average duration10h	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£46 - £46	Average duration7h 10m	CO₂ emissions 19kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Basel and Bologna?

Stops in Basel

A
Basel Central Station
Meret Oppenheim-Strasse 35, 4053 Gundeldingen Basel, Switzerland
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B
Basel Bahnhofs
Centralbahnstrasse 18, 4051 Basel, Switzerland
C
Arrêt d'autobus Basel
Allschwilerstrasse 73, 4055 Basel, Switzerland
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Stops in Bologna

A
Bologna
B
Piazza XX Settembre
Piazza XX Settembre, 6, 40126 Bologna, Italy
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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

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/512,219 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.1

Wi‑Fi2.7

MarinoBus

4/5913 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.3

Cleanliness4.4

Wi‑Fi3.3

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Basel to Bologna

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

How much is the bus ticket from Basel to Bologna?
The cheapest coach tickets from Basel to Bologna start from £35. The average price for this route is around £41. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Basel to Bologna?
The average bus journey time from Basel to Bologna is 10h, covering a distance of 281 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 8h 5m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Basel to Bologna route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, MarinoBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Basel to Bologna?
The earliest bus departs from Basel to Bologna at 02:05. And the latest bus departs at 21:00.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Basel to Bologna?
A bus journey from Basel to Bologna produces an estimated 11 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which is the best bus company from Basel to Bologna?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is MarinoBus, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 911 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Basel to Bologna?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company MarinoBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.3.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Basel to Bologna?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is MarinoBus, with a punctuality rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Basel to Bologna?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is MarinoBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.3 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

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Today

£40

18/02

£40

19/02

£42

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£58

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The cheapest trip from Basel to Bologna was searched and found on 17 Feb 2026 with a price of £40

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

You can expect to pay from £40 to £93 for a bus ticket from Basel to Bologna based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £40, which is on 2026-02-18.