Find coaches from Bologna to Palermo

Tomorrow30 Jul
from US$116
Thu31 Jul
from US$76
Fri1 Aug
from US$80
Sat2 Aug
from US$88
Sun3 Aug
from US$103
Mon4 Aug
Tue5 Aug
Wed6 Aug

Cheap buses leaving tomorrow

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: 30 July at
    Departure city: Bologna
    Departure location: Bologna Autostazione
    Arrival time: 31 July at
    Destination city: Palermo
    Destination location: Terminal Bus Palermo
    Operated by: Autoservizi SalemiAutoservizi Salemi
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 30 July at
    Departure city: Bologna
    Departure location: Bologna Autostazione
    Arrival time: 31 July at
    Destination city: Palermo
    Destination location: Terminal Bus Palermo
    Operated by: MarinoBus + MarinoBus
    MarinoBus + MarinoBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 30 July at
    Departure city: Bologna
    Departure location: Bologna Autostazione
    Arrival time: 31 July at
    Destination city: Palermo
    Destination location: Terminal Bus Palermo
    Operated by: Flixbus Flixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 30 July at
    Departure city: Bologna
    Departure location: Bologna Autostazione
    Arrival time: 31 July at
    Destination city: Palermo
    Destination location: Terminal Bus Palermo
    Operated by: Flixbus Flixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 30 July at
    Departure city: Bologna
    Departure location: Bologna Autostazione
    Arrival time: 31 July at
    Destination city: Palermo
    Destination location: Terminal Bus Palermo
    Operated by: Flixbus Flixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Bologna to Palermo

Bus
Average priceUS$47 - US$200Average duration19h 45m
18kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Carpool
Average priceUS$60 - US$127Average duration14h 40m
31kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends carpooling from Bologna to Palermo

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Palermo. The journey takes about 14 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just US$60, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day
14h 40mAverage duration
US$60Cheapest ticket
31kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Bologna to Palermo: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$114
Average bus trip duration19h 45m
Number of daily buses3
Earliest bus departure11:20
Distance454 miles
Latest bus departure21:15

Bologna to Palermo Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Bologna - Palermo

  1. How far is Palermo from Bologna by coach?

    The journey from Bologna to Palermo by coach covers an approximate distance of 453 miles (730 km).

  2. Is there a way to reach Palermo from Bologna without flying?

    To travel from Bologna to Palermo without flying, you can take the coaches. The coach provides a comfortable and sustainable journey and allows you to enjoy the sights while reaching your destination. You might also find carpooling options to travel between the two cities.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
27/07
US$108
28/07
US$103
Today
US$108
30/07
US$106
31/07
US$69
01/08
US$73
02/08
US$80
03/08
US$96
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Bologna to Palermo was searched and found on 31 Jul 2025 with a price of US$69

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

You can expect to pay from US$69 to US$190 for a bus ticket from Bologna to Palermo based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$69, which is on 2025-07-31.

Usually Flixbus (IT) 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

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Bologna and Palermo!

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

Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from Bologna to Palermo will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Bologna to Palermo, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travellers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

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

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

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