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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Bus | Fermata dell'autobus Parma | Bologna Autostazione | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Fermata dell'autobus Parma | Bologna Autostazione | Fastest | ||||
 | Bus | Fermata dell'autobus Parma | Bologna Autostazione | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Fermata dell'autobus Parma | Bologna Autostazione | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Fermata dell'autobus Parma | Bologna Autostazione | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Parma to Bologna
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Bologna. The journey takes about 1 hour 4 minutes and with fares starting at just $15, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Parma and Bologna?
Stops in Parma
- APiazza Carlo Alberto Dalla Chiesa, 11, 43121 Parma PR, Italy
- B
Fermata dell'autobus Parma
Viale Paolo Toschi, 1613, 43121 Parma PR, Italy - CStr. Traversante Lupo, 5, 43122 Parma PR, Italy
- D
Parma - Fermata dell'autobus Centro-Parcheggio Scambiatore
Str. Cavour, 15, 43121 Parma PR, Italy - E
Parcheggio Nord
Parma, Parma (Park Scambiatore), 43122 Parma PR, Italy
Stops in Bologna
- A
Bologna
- B
Corticella
40128 Bologna BO, Italy - C
San Ruffillo
40141 Bologna BO, Italy - DPiazza XX Settembre, 6, 40126 Bologna, Italy
- 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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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Parma 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 Parma to Bologna?
The cheapest tickets from Parma to Bologna start from $10. The average price for this route is around $14. 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 Parma to Bologna?
The average trip duration from Parma to Bologna is 1h 14m, covering a distance of 55 miles (88 km). The quickest vehicle can get you there in 54m and is operated by Trenitalia.
Which companies service the Parma to Bologna route?
Several major companies operate on this route with 8 trips available per day, including services from FlixBus, Itabus, MarinoBus, Autolinee Federico, BlaBlaCar Bus, GoOpti, Trenitalia.
What is the earliest and latest departure time from Parma to Bologna?
The earliest trip departs from Parma to Bologna at 1:00am. And the latest trip departs at 11:34pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the trip from Parma to Bologna?
A trip from Parma to Bologna generates an estimated 2.1812375 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best company from Parma to Bologna?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated company on this route is GoOpti, with an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 140 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Parma to Bologna?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the company Autolinee Federico has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.4.
Which company has the most timely service from Parma to Bologna?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely company on this route is GoOpti, with a punctuality rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.
Which company has the cleanest vehicles from Parma to Bologna?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the company with the cleanest vehicles on this route is Autolinee Federico, with a cleanliness rating of 4.9 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.
The cheapest trip from Parma to Bologna was searched and found on Apr 14, 2026 with a price of $7To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus and train tickets from Parma to Bologna, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $7 to $55 for a bus or train ticket from Parma to Bologna based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $9 which is on 2026-04-18.
Usually Trenitalia, Autolinee Federico 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.
