Busbud recommends taking the bus from Naples to Bologna
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Bologna. The journey takes about 8 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just $8, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Based on 930 reviews, the company was rated 3.8 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the timeliness. Itabus ticket prices on this trip start at $14
Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.
Based on 880 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the staff and the temperature but often complained with the wifi. MarinoBus ticket prices on this trip start at $32
Based on 10935 reviews, the company was rated 3.7 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the wifi. BlaBlaCar Bus ticket prices on this trip start at $8
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Where are the popular stops in Naples and Bologna?
Stops in Naples
A - Garibaldi
Corso Arnaldo Lucci 195, 80142 Napoli, ItalyGaribaldi
Frequently asked questions for your trip Naples - Bologna
What is the distance between Naples and Bologna?
The distance between the two cities is 293 miles (472 km).
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Naples to Bologna?
If you're headed to Bologna from Naples, chances are that your bus will depart from Garibaldi and arrive at Bologna. These are the main departure and arrival locations on this route, there are other pick-up and drop-off locations that could make it easier for you to reach your destination.
What are the best sights and things to do in Bologna?
Once in Bologna, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are National Gallery, University of Bologna, Torre Degli Asinelli and Torre Della Garisenda, Basilica of San Petronio and Golf Club Bologna.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
Best price found
10/03
$87
10/04
$56
Today
$43
10/06
$23
10/07
$23
10/08
$13
10/09
$6
10/10
$14
The cheapest trip from Naples to Bologna was searched and found on Oct 9, 2025 with a price of $6
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Naples to Bologna, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $6 to $121 for a bus ticket from Naples to Bologna based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $6 which is on 2025-10-09.
Usually FlixBus, MarinoBus 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.
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Bus Travel Tips
If you're abroad, study some local language. Not only could it get you out of a pickle during your bus trip from Naples to Bologna but it'll also be endearing to native speakers who will surely appreciate your effort.
Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Naples to Bologna, get comfy and count the stars.
Buses have one of the smallest carbon footprints of motorized transport modes. A bus going from Naples to Bologna will emit less CO2 than a car or an airplane.
Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Naples to Bologna, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.
Did you know?
9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.
Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!
The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.
What's the cheapest way to go from Naples to Bologna?
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
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