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

The bus ticket price from Catania to Bologna starts at US$26. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Catania to Bologna 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 Catania to Bologna?

The average travel time between Catania and Bologna is around 17h 20m, although the fastest bus will take about 14h 30m. This is the time it takes to travel the 839 km that separates the two cities.

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

The number of buses from Catania to Bologna can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 9 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Catania to Bologna by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from Catania to Bologna?

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

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

Buses travelling between Catania and Bologna leave from Autostazione (Via d'Amico) or Catania Airport and arrive at Bologna, Piazza XX Settembre, Stazione Centrale.

Bus Catania to Bologna from US$23 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Catania to Bologna on 1 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
18:35	Autostazione	15h 45m	10:20	Bologna Autostazione	Cheapest
20:00	Catania Via D'Amico	14h 30m	10:30	Bologna Autostazione	Fastest
22:10	Catania Via D'Amico	22h 45m	20:55	Bologna Autostazione	No tags
08:35	Catania Airport	19h 20m	03:55	Bologna Autostazione	No tags
22:10	Catania Via D'Amico	22h 45m	20:55	Bologna Autostazione	No tags

Next departures from Catania to Bologna on 2 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
20:15	Catania Via D'Amico	16h 25m	12:40	Bologna Autostazione	Cheapest
18:35	Autostazione	15h 45m	10:20	Bologna Autostazione	Fastest
20:15	Catania Via D'Amico	16h 25m	12:40	Bologna Autostazione	No tags
08:35	Catania Airport	19h 20m	03:55	Bologna Autostazione	No tags
22:10	Catania Via D'Amico	22h 45m	20:55	Bologna Autostazione	No tags

Next departures from Catania to Bologna on 3 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
18:35	Autostazione	15h 45m	10:20	Bologna Autostazione	Cheapest
20:00	Catania Via D'Amico	14h 30m	10:30	Bologna Autostazione	Fastest
20:15	Catania Via D'Amico	18h 25m	14:40	Bologna Autostazione	No tags
08:35	Catania Airport	19h 20m	03:55	Bologna Autostazione	No tags
20:15	Catania Via D'Amico	18h 25m	14:40	Bologna Autostazione	No tags

Next departures from Catania to Bologna on 4 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
20:15	Catania Via D'Amico	16h 25m	12:40	Bologna Autostazione	Cheapest
18:35	Autostazione	15h 45m	10:20	Bologna Autostazione	Fastest
20:15	Catania Via D'Amico	16h 25m	12:40	Bologna Autostazione	No tags
08:35	Catania Airport	19h 20m	03:55	Bologna Autostazione	No tags
19:55	Catania Fontanarossa Airport	16h 45m	12:40	Bologna Autostazione	No tags

Next departures from Catania to Bologna on 5 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
20:15	Catania Via D'Amico	16h 25m	12:40	Bologna Autostazione	Cheapest
20:00	Catania Via D'Amico	14h 30m	10:30	Bologna Autostazione	Fastest
20:15	Catania Via D'Amico	16h 25m	12:40	Bologna Autostazione	No tags
08:35	Catania Airport	19h 20m	03:55	Bologna Autostazione	No tags
19:55	Catania Fontanarossa Airport	16h 45m	12:40	Bologna Autostazione	No tags

Next departures from Catania to Bologna on 6 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
20:15	Catania Via D'Amico	16h 25m	12:40	Bologna Autostazione	Cheapest
18:35	Autostazione	15h 45m	10:20	Bologna Autostazione	Fastest
20:15	Catania Via D'Amico	16h 25m	12:40	Bologna Autostazione	No tags
08:35	Catania Airport	19h 20m	03:55	Bologna Autostazione	No tags
20:15	Catania Via D'Amico	16h 25m	12:40	Bologna Autostazione	No tags

Next departures from Catania to Bologna on 7 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
22:10	Catania Via D'Amico	22h 45m	20:55	Bologna Autostazione	Cheapest
18:35	Autostazione	15h 45m	10:20	Bologna Autostazione	Fastest
20:15	Catania Via D'Amico	16h 25m	12:40	Bologna Autostazione	No tags
08:15	Catania Airport	20h 25m	04:40	Bologna Autostazione	No tags
20:15	Catania Via D'Amico	16h 25m	12:40	Bologna Autostazione	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Catania 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 13 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just US$75, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

13h 30mAverage duration

838 kmDistance

35kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceUS$26 - US$184	Average duration17h 20m	CO₂ emissions 21kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceUS$75 - US$82	Average duration13h 30m	CO₂ emissions 35kg CO₂e

Bus Catania to Bologna: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$70

Average bus trip duration17h 20m

Number of daily buses9

Earliest bus departure08:15

Distance839 km

Latest bus departure22:10

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511 139 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Itabus

4/5940 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3

Cleanliness4.3

WiFi3.1

Autoservizi Salemi

4.5/5446 reviews

Staff4.9

Timeliness4.3

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi3.9

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Catania to Bologna Bus

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Where are the popular stops in Catania and Bologna?

Stops in Catania

A - Autostazione (Via d'Amico)

B - Catania Airport

C - Piazza Michelangelo Buonarroti

D - Catania Centrale

E - Via Libertà

F - Via Domenico Tempio

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

Frequently asked questions on the trip Catania - Bologna

How much does a bus ticket from Catania to Bologna cost?
The bus ticket price from Catania to Bologna starts at US$26. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Catania to Bologna 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 Catania to Bologna?
The average travel time between Catania and Bologna is around 17h 20m, although the fastest bus will take about 14h 30m. This is the time it takes to travel the 839 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Catania and Bologna?
The number of buses from Catania to Bologna can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 9 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Catania to Bologna by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Catania to Bologna?
When taking the bus from Catania to Bologna, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus, Itabus, Autoservizi Salemi.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Catania to Bologna?
Buses travelling between Catania and Bologna leave from Autostazione (Via d'Amico) or Catania Airport and arrive at Bologna, Piazza XX Settembre, Stazione Centrale.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

30/10

US$178

31/10

US$104

Today

US$95

02/11

US$72

03/11

US$82

04/11

US$71

05/11

US$60

06/11

US$60

The cheapest trip from Catania to Bologna was searched and found on 05 Nov 2025 with a price of US$60

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

You can expect to pay from US$60 to US$200 for a bus ticket from Catania to Bologna based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$60, which is on 2025-11-05.

Usually FlixBus 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

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Catania to Bologna.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Catania 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 Catania to Bologna.

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

Did you know?

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!

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

What's the cheapest way to go from Catania to Bologna?

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle type	Travel time	Avg price	Daily departures
Vehicle typeBus	Travel time17h 20m	Avg priceUS$70	Daily departures9
Vehicle typeCarpool	Travel time13h 30m	Avg priceUS$78	Daily departures1

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