How much is the bus ticket from Rome to Bologna?

The cheapest bus tickets from Rome to Bologna start at R 157. The average price for this route is around R 310. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Rome to Bologna?

The average bus journey time from Rome to Bologna is 5h 20m, covering a distance of 304 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 4h 15m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Rome to Bologna route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 22 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , Itabus , MarinoBus , BlaBlaCar Bus , Autoservizi Salemi , Autolinee Federico , Sellitto , GoOpti .

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.

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

A bus trip from Rome to Bologna produces an estimated 8 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

What 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.

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

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

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.

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.

Bus Rome to Bologna from R 139 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Rome to Bologna on 23 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	10:00	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	4h 40m	14:40	Bologna Autostazione	Cheapest
Bus	23:59	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	4h 36m	04:35	Bologna Autostazione	Fastest
Bus	23:00	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	4h 50m	03:50	Bologna Autostazione	No tags
Bus	09:00	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	4h 40m	13:40	Bologna Autostazione	No tags
Bus	08:15	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	5h	13:15	Bologna Autostazione	No tags

Next departures from Rome to Bologna on 24 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	07:00	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	4h 40m	11:40	Bologna Autostazione	Cheapest
Bus	23:59	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	4h 36m	04:35	Bologna Autostazione	Fastest
Bus	23:00	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	4h 50m	03:50	Bologna Autostazione	No tags
Bus	00:40	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	4h 40m	05:20	Bologna Autostazione	No tags
Bus	01:40	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	4h 40m	06:20	Bologna Autostazione	No tags

Next departures from Rome to Bologna on 25 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	21:45	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	4h 40m	02:25	Bologna Autostazione	Cheapest
Bus	06:15	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	4h 15m	10:30	Bologna Autostazione	Fastest
Bus	23:00	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	4h 50m	03:50	Bologna Autostazione	No tags
Bus	00:40	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	4h 40m	05:20	Bologna Autostazione	No tags
Bus	14:30	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	4h 45m	19:15	Bologna Autostazione	No tags

Next departures from Rome to Bologna on 26 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	09:10	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	6h 5m	15:15	Bologna Autostazione	Cheapest
Bus	23:59	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	4h 36m	04:35	Bologna Autostazione	Fastest
Bus	23:00	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	4h 50m	03:50	Bologna Autostazione	No tags
Bus	00:40	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	4h 40m	05:20	Bologna Autostazione	No tags
Bus	01:40	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	4h 40m	06:20	Bologna Autostazione	No tags

Next departures from Rome to Bologna on 27 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	08:15	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	5h	13:15	Bologna Autostazione	Cheapest
Bus	06:15	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	4h 15m	10:30	Bologna Autostazione	Fastest
Bus	23:00	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	4h 50m	03:50	Bologna Autostazione	No tags
Bus	00:40	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	4h 40m	05:20	Bologna Autostazione	No tags
Bus	01:40	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	4h 40m	06:20	Bologna Autostazione	No tags

Next departures from Rome to Bologna on 28 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	21:45	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	4h 40m	02:25	Bologna Autostazione	Cheapest
Bus	23:59	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	4h 36m	04:35	Bologna Autostazione	Fastest
Bus	15:20	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	5h 15m	20:35	Bologna	No tags
Bus	23:00	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	4h 50m	03:50	Bologna Autostazione	No tags
Bus	07:00	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	4h 40m	11:40	Bologna Autostazione	No tags

Next departures from Rome to Bologna on 29 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	15:20	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	5h 15m	20:35	Bologna	Cheapest
Bus	06:15	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	4h 15m	10:30	Bologna Autostazione	Fastest
Bus	23:00	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	4h 50m	03:50	Bologna Autostazione	No tags
Bus	07:00	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	4h 40m	11:40	Bologna Autostazione	No tags
Bus	00:10	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	6h 20m	06:30	Bologna Autostazione	No tags

Next departures from Rome to Bologna on 30 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:50	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	5h 15m	17:05	Bologna Autostazione	Cheapest
Bus	23:59	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	4h 36m	04:35	Bologna Autostazione	Fastest
Bus	23:00	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	4h 50m	03:50	Bologna Autostazione	No tags
Bus	00:40	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	4h 40m	05:20	Bologna Autostazione	No tags
Bus	01:40	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	4h 40m	06:20	Bologna Autostazione	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Rome to Bologna

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Bologna. The journey takes about 5 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just R 157, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

22bus per day

5h 20mAverage duration

304 kmDistance

8kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 157 - R 2 184	Average duration5h 20m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 362 - R 5 854	Average duration2h 13m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 319 - R 841	Average duration3h 50m	CO₂ emissions 13kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Rome and Bologna?

Stops in Rome

A
Rome Ciampino Airport
Visit page
B
Rome Tiburtina Bus Station
Largo Guido Mazzoni, 3, 00162 Roma, Italy
Visit page
C
Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Visit page
D
Castro Pretorio
Viale Castro Pretorio 76, 00185 Roma, Italy
E
Roma
F
Anagnina
Via Vincenzo Giudice, 00173 Roma RM, Italy

Stops in Bologna

A
Bologna
B
Piazza XX Settembre
Piazza XX Settembre, 6, 40126 Bologna, Italy
Visit page
C
Stazione Centrale
Viale Pietro Pietramellara, 63, 40121 Bologna, Italy
D
A14 Autostrada Adriatica
A14 - Autostrada Adriatica, 40069 Zola Predosa BO, Italy
E
Via Francesco Petrarca, 21
Via Francesco Petrarca, 21, 40033 Casalecchio di Reno BO, Italy
F
Area di Servizio Cantagallo
km. 198, Autostrada del Sole, , 40033 Casalecchio di Reno BO,, Italy

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/512 136 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Itabus

4/5975 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3

Cleanliness4.2

WiFi3.1

MarinoBus

4/5908 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.3

Cleanliness4.3

WiFi3.3

BlaBlaCar Bus

3.5/511 385 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.7

Cleanliness4.3

WiFi2.6

Autoservizi Salemi

4.5/5470 reviews

Staff4.9

Timeliness4.3

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi4

Autolinee Federico

4.5/5336 reviews

Staff4.9

Timeliness4.7

Cleanliness4.9

WiFi4.4

Sellitto

5/51 reviews

Staff5

Cleanliness5

WiFi5

GoOpti

4.5/5140 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.8

Cleanliness4.9

WiFi4

IT bus companies:FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Rede Expressos, Trenitalia

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Rome to Bologna by bus

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

How much is the bus ticket from Rome to Bologna?
The cheapest bus tickets from Rome to Bologna start at R 157. The average price for this route is around R 310. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Rome to Bologna?
The average bus journey time from Rome to Bologna is 5h 20m, covering a distance of 304 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 4h 15m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Rome to Bologna route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 22 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Itabus, MarinoBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Autoservizi Salemi, Autolinee Federico, Sellitto, GoOpti.
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.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Rome to Bologna?
A bus trip from Rome to Bologna produces an estimated 8 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What 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.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Rome to Bologna?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Sellitto has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
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.
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

21/01

R 178

22/01

R 179

Today

R 179

24/01

R 179

25/01

R 179

26/01

R 239

27/01

R 239

28/01

R 179

The cheapest trip from Rome to Bologna was searched and found on 21 Jan 2026 with a price of R 178

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 R 178 to R 1 790 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 R 179, which is on 2026-01-24.

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?

The Bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle type	Travel time	Avg price	Daily departures
Vehicle typeBus	Travel time5h 20m	Avg priceR 310	Daily departures22
Vehicle typeTrain	Travel time2h 13m	Avg priceR 1 214	Daily departures77
Vehicle typeCarpool	Travel time3h 50m	Avg priceR 570	Daily departures32