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

The bus ticket price from Messina to Bologna starts at US$33. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Messina 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 Messina to Bologna?

The average travel time between Messina and Bologna is around 15h 40m, although the fastest bus will take about 13h 15m. This is the time it takes to travel the 785 km that separates the two cities.

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

The number of buses from Messina to Bologna can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 4 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Messina to Bologna by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from Messina to Bologna?

When taking the bus from Messina 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 Messina to Bologna?

Buses travelling between Messina and Bologna leave from Messina Centrale or Piazza della Repubblica and arrive at Bologna, Piazza XX Settembre, Stazione Centrale.

Bus Messina to Bologna from US$34 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Messina to Bologna on 31 October
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
23:50	Messina Centrale	21h 5m	20:55	Bologna Autostazione	Cheapest
20:15	Messina Centrale	14h 5m	10:20	Bologna Autostazione	Fastest
21:35	Messina Centrale	15h 5m	12:40	Bologna Autostazione	No tags
21:30	Messina Centrale	15h 45m	13:15	Bologna Autostazione	No tags
21:35	Messina Centrale	15h 5m	12:40	Bologna Autostazione	No tags

Next departures from Messina to Bologna on 1 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
21:35	Messina Centrale	15h 5m	12:40	Bologna Autostazione	Cheapest
21:15	Piazza della Repubblica	13h 15m	10:30	Bologna Autostazione	Fastest
21:35	Messina Centrale	15h 5m	12:40	Bologna Autostazione	No tags
10:55	Messina Centrale	17h	03:55	Bologna Autostazione	No tags
21:35	Messina Centrale	15h 5m	12:40	Bologna Autostazione	No tags

Next departures from Messina to Bologna on 2 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
20:15	Messina Centrale	14h 5m	10:20	Bologna Autostazione	CheapestFastest
21:35	Messina Centrale	15h 5m	12:40	Bologna Autostazione	No tags
10:55	Messina Centrale	17h	03:55	Bologna Autostazione	No tags
21:35	Messina Centrale	15h 5m	12:40	Bologna Autostazione	No tags
21:30	Messina Centrale	16h 45m	14:15	Bologna Autostazione	No tags

Next departures from Messina to Bologna on 3 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
23:50	Messina Centrale	21h 5m	20:55	Bologna Autostazione	Cheapest
21:15	Piazza della Repubblica	13h 15m	10:30	Bologna Autostazione	Fastest
21:35	Messina Centrale	17h 5m	14:40	Bologna Autostazione	No tags
10:55	Messina Centrale	17h	03:55	Bologna Autostazione	No tags
21:35	Messina Centrale	17h 5m	14:40	Bologna Autostazione	No tags

Next departures from Messina to Bologna on 6 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
20:15	Messina Centrale	14h 5m	10:20	Bologna Autostazione	CheapestFastest
21:35	Messina Centrale	15h 5m	12:40	Bologna Autostazione	No tags
10:55	Messina Centrale	17h	03:55	Bologna Autostazione	No tags
21:35	Messina Centrale	15h 5m	12:40	Bologna Autostazione	No tags
21:30	Messina Centrale	15h 40m	13:10	Bologna Autostazione	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 12:10 PM CET.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Messina 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 11 hours and with fares starting at just US$70, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

11hAverage duration

784 kmDistance

33kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceUS$33 - US$171	Average duration15h 40m	CO₂ emissions 20kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceUS$70 - US$77	Average duration11h	CO₂ emissions 33kg CO₂e

Bus Messina to Bologna: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$92

Average bus trip duration15h 40m

Number of daily buses4

Earliest bus departure10:05

Distance785 km

Latest bus departure23:50

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511 133 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

IT Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Rede Expressos, Trenitalia, MarinoBus, Infobus, Itabus

Messina to Bologna Bus

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Where are the popular stops in Messina and Bologna?

Stops in Messina

A - Messina Centrale

B - Piazza della Repubblica

C - Via Giuseppe Garibaldi 263

D - Porto

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 Messina - Bologna

How much does a bus ticket from Messina to Bologna cost?
The bus ticket price from Messina to Bologna starts at US$33. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Messina 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 Messina to Bologna?
The average travel time between Messina and Bologna is around 15h 40m, although the fastest bus will take about 13h 15m. This is the time it takes to travel the 785 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Messina and Bologna?
The number of buses from Messina to Bologna can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 4 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Messina to Bologna by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Messina to Bologna?
When taking the bus from Messina 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 Messina to Bologna?
Buses travelling between Messina and Bologna leave from Messina Centrale or Piazza della Repubblica 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

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30/10

US$118

Today

US$84

01/11

US$66

02/11

US$68

03/11

US$52

04/11

US$66

05/11

US$48

The cheapest trip from Messina to Bologna was searched and found on 05 Nov 2025 with a price of US$48

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

You can expect to pay from US$48 to US$193 for a bus ticket from Messina to Bologna based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$48, 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 Messina 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 Messina 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 Messina to Bologna.

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Did you know?

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

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.

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