How much does a bus ticket from Bologna to Palermo cost?

The bus ticket price from Bologna to Palermo starts at US$42. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Bologna to Palermo is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the bus ride from Bologna to Palermo?

The average travel time between Bologna and Palermo is around 18h 40m, although the fastest bus will take about 17h 15m. This is the time it takes to travel the 730 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily bus connections are there between Bologna and Palermo?

The number of buses from Bologna to Palermo can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 1 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Bologna to Palermo by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from Bologna to Palermo?

When taking the bus from Bologna to Palermo, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus, Autoservizi Salemi, Itabus.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Bologna to Palermo?

Buses travelling between Bologna and Palermo leave from Bologna or Piazza XX Settembre and arrive at Terminal Bus Palermo, Palermo Airport, Piazza Cairoli.

Bus Bologna to Palermo from US$39 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Bologna to Palermo on 31 October
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
16:20	Bologna Autostazione	18h 40m	11:00	Terminal Bus Palermo	Cheapest
14:30	Bologna Autostazione	17h 15m	07:45	Terminal Bus Palermo	Fastest
18:40	Bologna Autostazione	19h 45m	14:25	Terminal Bus Palermo	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Monday at 5:24 PM CET.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Bologna to Palermo

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Palermo. The journey takes about 15 hours and with fares starting at just US$88, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

15hAverage duration

729 kmDistance

31kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceUS$42 - US$206	Average duration18h 40m	CO₂ emissions 18kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceUS$88 - US$104	Average duration15h	CO₂ emissions 31kg CO₂e

Bus Bologna to Palermo: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$103

Average bus trip duration18h 40m

Number of daily buses1

Earliest bus departure13:35

Distance731 km

Latest bus departure18:40

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FlixBus

3.5/511 126 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Autoservizi Salemi

4.5/5446 reviews

Staff4.9

Timeliness4.3

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi3.9

Itabus

4/5940 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3

Cleanliness4.3

WiFi3.1

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Bologna to Palermo Bus

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Where are the popular stops in Bologna and Palermo?

Stops in Bologna

A - Bologna

B - Piazza XX Settembre

C - Stazione Centrale

D - A14 Autostrada Adriatica

E - Via Francesco Petrarca, 21

F - Area di Servizio Cantagallo

Stops in Palermo

A - Terminal Bus Palermo

B - Palermo Airport

C - Piazza Cairoli

D - Fiera

E - Via Paolo Balsamo, 21

F - Via Paolo Balsamo, 31

Frequently asked questions on the trip Bologna - Palermo

How much does a bus ticket from Bologna to Palermo cost?
The bus ticket price from Bologna to Palermo starts at US$42. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Bologna to Palermo is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the bus ride from Bologna to Palermo?
The average travel time between Bologna and Palermo is around 18h 40m, although the fastest bus will take about 17h 15m. This is the time it takes to travel the 730 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Bologna and Palermo?
The number of buses from Bologna to Palermo can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 1 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Bologna to Palermo by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Bologna to Palermo?
When taking the bus from Bologna to Palermo, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus, Autoservizi Salemi, Itabus.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Bologna to Palermo?
Buses travelling between Bologna and Palermo leave from Bologna or Piazza XX Settembre and arrive at Terminal Bus Palermo, Palermo Airport, Piazza Cairoli.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

29/10

US$88

30/10

US$115

Today

US$90

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03/11

US$71

04/11

US$62

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US$95

The cheapest trip from Bologna to Palermo was searched and found on 04 Nov 2025 with a price of US$62

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$62 to US$165 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$62, which is on 2025-11-04.

Usually Autoservizi Salemi 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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