Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Terminal Bus Palermo | Bologna Autostazione | CheapestFastest | ||||
 | Bus | Terminal Bus Palermo | Bologna Autostazione | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 6:24 PM CET.
Get from Palermo to Bologna
The journey takes about 18 hours 55 minutes, and with fares starting at just $65, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Palermo and Bologna?
Stops in Palermo
- AVia Tommaso Fazello, 16, 90123 Palermo PA, Italy
- BPunta Raisi, 90145, Palermo
- CPiazza Cairoli, 8-14, 90123 Palermo, Italy
- D90143 Palermo PA, Italy
- EVia Paolo Balsamo, 21, 90123 Palermo, Italy
- F
Via Paolo Balsamo, 31
Via Paolo Balsamo, 23-31, 90123 Palermo, Italy
Stops in Bologna
- A
Bologna
- BPiazza XX Settembre, 6, 40126 Bologna, Italy
- 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
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Palermo to Bologna by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Palermo to Bologna?
The cheapest bus tickets from Palermo to Bologna start from $65. The average price for this route is around $112. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
Which bus companies service the Palermo to Bologna route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Autoservizi Salemi, Itabus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Palermo to Bologna?
The earliest bus departs from Palermo to Bologna at 3:25pm. And the latest bus departs at 9:10pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Palermo to Bologna?
A bus trip from Palermo to Bologna generates an estimated 18 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Palermo to Bologna?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Autoservizi Salemi, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 484 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Palermo to Bologna?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Autoservizi Salemi has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.0.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Palermo to Bologna?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Autoservizi Salemi, with a punctuality rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Palermo to Bologna?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Autoservizi Salemi, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Palermo to Bologna was searched and found on Mar 23, 2026 with a price of $83To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Palermo to Bologna, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $83 to $238 for a bus ticket from Palermo to Bologna based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $84 which is on 2026-03-30.
What's the cheapest way to go from Palermo to Bologna?
The Bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
