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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 | Rome Tiburtina Bus Station | Bologna Autostazione | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Rome Tiburtina Bus Station | Bologna Autostazione | Fastest | ||||
 | Bus | Rome Tiburtina Bus Station | Bologna Autostazione | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Rome Tiburtina Bus Station | Bologna Autostazione | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Rome Tiburtina Bus Station | Bologna Autostazione | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to go from Rome to Bologna
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 $14, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Rome and Bologna?
Stops in Rome
- BLargo Guido Mazzoni, 3, 00162 Roma, Italy
- 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
- 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 Rome 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 Rome to Bologna?
The cheapest bus tickets from Rome to Bologna start from $14. The average price for this route is around $26. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Rome to Bologna?
The average bus travel time from Rome to Bologna is 5h 20m, covering a distance of 304 km. The quickest bus can get 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 are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Rome to Bologna?
The earliest bus departs from Rome to Bologna at 12:10am. And the latest bus departs at 11:59pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Rome to Bologna?
A bus trip from Rome to Bologna generates an estimated 8 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 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 Busbud reviews, the bus company Sellitto has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance 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.
The cheapest trip from Rome to Bologna was searched and found on Feb 11, 2026 with a price of $19To 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 $19 to $132 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 $19 which is on 2026-02-11.
Usually Sellitto 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
