Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Bologna. The journey takes about 3 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just $18, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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 928 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 $10
Based on 423 reviews, the company was rated 4.3 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the wifi. Autoservizi Salemi ticket prices on this trip start at $46
Based on 877 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 $39
Based on 10874 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 $11
Based on 1 reviews, the company was rated 5 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the staff and the seats but often complained with the ticket access. Sellitto ticket prices on this trip start at $57
Based on 140 reviews, the company was rated 4.6 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the cleanliness and the ticket access but often complained with the power outlets. GoOpti ticket prices on this trip start at $1,030
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.
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Frequently asked questions for your trip Rome - Bologna
What is the distance between Rome and Bologna?
About 189 miles (304 km) separate Rome and Bologna.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Rome to Bologna?
If you're headed to Bologna from Rome, chances are that your bus will leave from Rome Fiumicino Airport and arrive at Bologna. These are the main departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can find others that could fit better into your travel plans.
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, Basilica of San Domenico, Terme San Luca - Pluricenter, Teatro Comunale di Bologna and Basilica of San Petronio.
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
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09/19
$37
09/20
$25
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$25
09/22
$14
09/23
$13
09/24
$9
09/25
$9
09/26
$9
The cheapest trip from Rome to Bologna was searched and found on Sep 24, 2025 with a price of $9
To 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 $9 to $182 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 $9 which is on 2025-09-24.
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Bus Travel Tips
Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while traveling from Rome to Bologna.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.
Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Rome to Bologna, get comfy and count the stars.
Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Rome to Bologna that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.
Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Rome to Bologna, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.
Did you know?
The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.
It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.
The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.
What's the cheapest way to go from Rome to Bologna?
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
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Busbud recommends carpooling from Rome to Bologna
The cheapest trip from Rome to Bologna was searched and found on Sep 24, 2025 with a price of $9
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
