Bus from Rome to Bologna: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from Rome to Bologna on 6 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
BlaBlaCar BusBus
    Rome Tiburtina Bus Station
    BolognaCheapest
    Autoservizi SalemiBus
      Rome Tiburtina Bus Station
      Bologna AutostazioneFastest
      MarinoBusBus
      Rome Tiburtina Bus Station
      Bologna AutostazioneNo tags
      ItabusBus
      Rome Tiburtina Bus Station
      Bologna AutostazioneNo tags
      Flixbus Bus
      Rome Tiburtina Bus Station
      Bologna AutostazioneNo tags

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      Compare 3 ways to travel from Rome to Bologna

      We recommend carpooling

      Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Bologna. The journey takes about 3 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just £15, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

      21carpool per day
      3h 50mAverage duration
      189 milesDistance
      13kgCO₂ emissions
      Average price£7 - £142Average duration5h 15m
      8kg CO₂e
      Average price£17 - £269Average duration2h 13m
      7kg CO₂e
      Carpool
      Average price£15 - £37Average duration3h 50m
      13kg CO₂e

      Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Rome to Bologna

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

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

        The cheapest coach tickets from Rome to Bologna start from £7. The average price for this route is around £18. 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 journey from Rome to Bologna?

        The average bus journey time from Rome to Bologna is 5h 15m, covering a distance of 189 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 4h 15m and is operated by Autoservizi Salemi.

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

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

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

        The earliest bus departs from Rome to Bologna at 00:10. And the latest bus departs at 23:59.

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

        A bus journey from Rome to Bologna produces an estimated 8 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

      6. Which is the best bus company from Rome to Bologna?

        According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Sellitto, with an average rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 1 reviews.

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

        Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Sellitto has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.

      8. Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Rome to Bologna?

        According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual 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 Rome to Bologna?

        According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Sellitto, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 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
      04/12
      £16
      05/12
      £16
      Today
      £10
      07/12
      £11
      08/12
      £16
      09/12
      £11
      10/12
      £9
      11/12
      £8
      busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Rome to Bologna was searched and found on 11 Dec 2025 with a price of £8

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

      You can expect to pay from £8 to £114 for a bus ticket from Rome to Bologna based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £8, which is on 2025-12-11.

      Usually Itabus 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 Rome to Bologna?

      busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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