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Next departures for Ancona to Bologna on August 9
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
4:45pm	Ancona	3h 25m	8:10pm	Bologna Autostazione	Cheapest
9:25am	Ancona	1h 50m	11:15am	Bologna Centrale	Fastest
7:20am	Ancona	1h 55m	9:15am	Bologna Centrale	No tags
4:30am	Ancona	3h 25m	7:55am	Bologna Autostazione	No tags
7:20am	Ancona	1h 55m	9:15am	Bologna Centrale	No tags
7:20am	Ancona	3h 10m	10:30am	Bologna Autostazione	No tags
7:20am	Ancona	1h 55m	9:15am	Bologna Centrale	No tags
2:45pm	Ancona	2h 35m	5:20pm	Bologna Autostazione	No tags

Next departures for Ancona to Bologna on August 11
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
4:45pm	Ancona	3h 25m	8:10pm	Bologna Autostazione	Cheapest
2:45pm	Ancona	2h 35m	5:20pm	Bologna Autostazione	Fastest
4:30am	Ancona	3h 25m	7:55am	Bologna Autostazione	No tags
7:20am	Ancona	3h 10m	10:30am	Bologna Autostazione	No tags
6:55pm	Ancona	3h 15m	10:10pm	Bologna Autostazione	No tags

Next departures for Ancona to Bologna on August 12
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
2:45pm	Ancona	2h 35m	5:20pm	Bologna Autostazione	CheapestFastest
4:30am	Ancona	3h 25m	7:55am	Bologna Autostazione	No tags
7:20am	Ancona	3h 10m	10:30am	Bologna Autostazione	No tags
4:45pm	Ancona	3h 25m	8:10pm	Bologna Autostazione	No tags
6:55pm	Ancona	3h 15m	10:10pm	Bologna Autostazione	No tags

Next departures for Ancona to Bologna on August 13
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
2:45pm	Ancona	2h 35m	5:20pm	Bologna Autostazione	Cheapest
9:25am	Ancona	1h 50m	11:15am	Bologna Centrale	Fastest
12:50pm	Stazione degli Autobus Ancona Nord	2h 40m	3:30pm	Bologna Autostazione	No tags
7:20am	Ancona	1h 55m	9:15am	Bologna Centrale	No tags
4:30am	Ancona	3h 25m	7:55am	Bologna Autostazione	No tags
7:20am	Ancona	1h 55m	9:15am	Bologna Centrale	No tags
7:20am	Ancona	3h 10m	10:30am	Bologna Autostazione	No tags
7:20am	Ancona	1h 55m	9:15am	Bologna Centrale	No tags

Next departures for Ancona to Bologna on August 14
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
2:45pm	Ancona	2h 35m	5:20pm	Bologna Autostazione	CheapestFastest
4:30am	Ancona	3h 25m	7:55am	Bologna Autostazione	No tags
7:20am	Ancona	3h 10m	10:30am	Bologna Autostazione	No tags
4:45pm	Ancona	3h 25m	8:10pm	Bologna Autostazione	No tags
6:55pm	Ancona	3h 15m	10:10pm	Bologna Autostazione	No tags

Next departures for Ancona to Bologna on August 15
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
2:45pm	Ancona	2h 35m	5:20pm	Bologna Autostazione	Cheapest
9:25am	Ancona	1h 50m	11:15am	Bologna Centrale	Fastest
7:20am	Ancona	1h 55m	9:15am	Bologna Centrale	No tags
4:30am	Ancona	3h 25m	7:55am	Bologna Autostazione	No tags
7:20am	Ancona	1h 55m	9:15am	Bologna Centrale	No tags
7:20am	Ancona	3h 10m	10:30am	Bologna Autostazione	No tags
7:20am	Ancona	1h 55m	9:15am	Bologna Centrale	No tags
4:45pm	Ancona	3h 25m	8:10pm	Bologna Autostazione	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Ancona to Bologna

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Bologna. The journey takes about 2 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just $28, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

10train per day

2h 25mAverage Duration

124 milesDistance

5kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$12 - $54	Average Duration3h 15m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$28 - $152	Average Duration2h 25m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e

Bus stations and stops in Ancona and Bologna

Stops in Ancona

A
ANCONA
Via dei Cappuccini 4, 60128 Ancona AN, , Italy
B
Stazione Ferroviaria Ancone - Piazza Rosselli
Piazza Rosselli, 28, 60126 Ancona, Italy
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C
Palombina
Palombina, Via Flaminia, 60126 Ancona AN, Italy
D
Stazione degli Autobus Ancona Nord
Via Grancetta, 16A, 60033 Grancetta Bassa AN, Italy
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E
Ancona stazione degli autobus
Via Guglielmo Marconi, 40, 60125 Ancona, Italy
F
Stazione degli Autobus - Porto di Ancona
Molo Santa Maria, 60121 Ancona, Italy

Stops in Bologna

A
Bologna
B
Corticella
40128 Bologna BO, Italy
C
San Ruffillo
40141 Bologna BO, Italy
D
Piazza XX Settembre
Piazza XX Settembre, 6, 40126 Bologna, Italy
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E
Stazione Centrale
Viale Pietro Pietramellara, 63, 40121 Bologna, Italy
F
A14 Autostrada Adriatica
A14 - Autostrada Adriatica, 40069 Zola Predosa BO, Italy

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FlixBus

3.5/515,039 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness4.0

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

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.

Trenitalia

3.9/569 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness4.4

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi2.7

Satam

4.3/5592 reviews

Staff4.8

Timeliness4.3

Cleanliness4.8

Wifi4.1

Itabus

3.8/51,052 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.0

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.9

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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Ancona to Bologna by bus or train

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

How much is a ticket from Ancona to Bologna?
The cheapest tickets from Ancona to Bologna start from $12. The average price for this route is around $30. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the ride from Ancona to Bologna?
The average trip duration from Ancona to Bologna is 2h 50m, covering a distance of 124 miles (199 km). The quickest vehicle can get you there in 1h 50m and is operated by Trenitalia.
Which companies service the Ancona to Bologna route?
Several major companies operate on this route with 7 trips available per day, including services from FlixBus, Satam, Itabus, Trenitalia.
What is the earliest and latest departure time from Ancona to Bologna?
The earliest trip departs from Ancona to Bologna at 4:30am. And the latest trip departs at 8:51pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the trip from Ancona to Bologna?
A trip from Ancona to Bologna generates an estimated 4.964200000000001 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best company from Ancona to Bologna?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated company on this route is Satam, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 587 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Ancona to Bologna?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the company Satam has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.1.
Which company has the most timely service from Ancona to Bologna?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely company on this route is Trenitalia, with a punctuality rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars.
Which company has the cleanest vehicles from Ancona to Bologna?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the company with the cleanest vehicles on this route is Satam, with a cleanliness rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses and trains

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

Best price found

08/07

$15

08/08

$16

Today

$15

08/10

$28

08/11

$15

08/12

$13

08/13

$19

08/14

$13

The cheapest trip from Ancona to Bologna was searched and found on Aug 12, 2026 with a price of $13

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

You can expect to pay from $13 to $127 for a bus or train ticket from Ancona to Bologna based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $13 which is on 2026-08-12.

Usually Trenitalia 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.