How much is the bus ticket from Rome to Bologna?

The cheapest coach tickets from Rome to Bologna start from £10. The average price for this route is around £17. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Rome to Bologna?

The average bus journey time from Rome to Bologna is 5h 20m, covering a distance of 189 miles. The fastest bus can take 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 19 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , Itabus , Autolinee Federico , MarinoBus , BlaBlaCar Bus , Autoservizi Salemi , Sellitto .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Rome to Bologna?

The earliest bus departs from Rome to Bologna at 00:10. And the latest bus departs at 23:59.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Rome to Bologna?

A bus journey from Rome to Bologna produces an estimated 7.5996 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Which 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 company has the best Wi-Fi from Rome to Bologna?

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Sellitto has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Rome to Bologna?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Autolinee Federico , with a punctuality rating of 4.7 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.

Bus Rome to Bologna from £8 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Rome to Bologna on 1 April
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	22:15	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	5h 10m	03:25	Bologna Autostazione	Cheapest
Bus	23:59	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	4h 36m	04:35	Bologna Autostazione	Fastest
Bus	23:00	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	4h 50m	03:50	Bologna Autostazione	No tags
Bus	21:45	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	4h 40m	02:25	Bologna Autostazione	No tags
Bus	20:00	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	5h 15m	01:15	Bologna Autostazione	No tags

Next departures from Rome to Bologna on 2 April
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	15:20	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	5h 15m	20:35	Bologna	Cheapest
Bus	06:15	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	4h 15m	10:30	Bologna Autostazione	Fastest
Bus	23:00	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	4h 50m	03:50	Bologna Autostazione	No tags
Bus	00:40	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	4h 40m	05:20	Bologna Autostazione	No tags
Bus	01:20	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	7h	08:20	Bologna Autostazione	No tags

Next departures from Rome to Bologna on 3 April
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	09:00	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	5h 5m	14:05	Bologna Autostazione	Cheapest
Bus	23:59	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	4h 36m	04:35	Bologna Autostazione	Fastest
Bus	23:00	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	4h 50m	03:50	Bologna Autostazione	No tags
Bus	00:40	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	4h 40m	05:20	Bologna Autostazione	No tags
Bus	01:40	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	4h 40m	06:20	Bologna Autostazione	No tags

Next departures from Rome to Bologna on 4 April
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	15:20	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	5h 15m	20:35	Bologna	Cheapest
Bus	23:59	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	4h 36m	04:35	Bologna Autostazione	Fastest
Bus	00:40	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	4h 40m	05:20	Bologna Autostazione	No tags
Bus	01:40	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	4h 40m	06:20	Bologna Autostazione	No tags
Bus	00:40	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	4h 40m	05:20	Bologna Autostazione	No tags

Next departures from Rome to Bologna on 5 April
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	15:20	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	5h 15m	20:35	Bologna	Cheapest
Bus	23:59	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	4h 36m	04:35	Bologna Autostazione	Fastest
Bus	23:00	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	4h 50m	03:50	Bologna Autostazione	No tags
Bus	00:40	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	4h 40m	05:20	Bologna Autostazione	No tags
Bus	01:40	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	4h 40m	06:20	Bologna Autostazione	No tags

Next departures from Rome to Bologna on 6 April
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	07:30	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	6h 5m	13:35	Bologna Autostazione	Cheapest
Bus	23:59	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	4h 36m	04:35	Bologna Autostazione	Fastest
Bus	00:40	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	4h 40m	05:20	Bologna Autostazione	No tags
Bus	01:40	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	4h 40m	06:20	Bologna Autostazione	No tags
Bus	00:40	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	4h 40m	05:20	Bologna Autostazione	No tags

Next departures from Rome to Bologna on 7 April
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	21:20	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	5h 25m	02:45	Bologna Autostazione	Cheapest
Bus	23:59	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	4h 36m	04:35	Bologna Autostazione	Fastest
Bus	23:00	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	4h 50m	03:50	Bologna Autostazione	No tags
Bus	00:40	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	4h 40m	05:20	Bologna Autostazione	No tags
Bus	01:40	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	4h 40m	06:20	Bologna Autostazione	No tags

Next departures from Rome to Bologna on 8 April
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	15:20	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	5h 15m	20:35	Bologna	Cheapest
Bus	23:59	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	4h 36m	04:35	Bologna Autostazione	Fastest
Bus	23:00	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	4h 50m	03:50	Bologna Autostazione	No tags
Bus	00:40	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	4h 40m	05:20	Bologna Autostazione	No tags
Bus	01:20	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	7h	08:20	Bologna Autostazione	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 18:39 CEST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Rome 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 13 minutes and with fares starting at just £24, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

69train per day

2h 13mAverage duration

189 milesDistance

7kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£10 - £93	Average duration5h 20m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£24 - £271	Average duration2h 13m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Rome and Bologna?

Stops in Rome

A
Rome Tiburtina Bus Station
Largo Guido Mazzoni, 3, 00162 Roma, Italy
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B
Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
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C
Rome Ciampino Airport
Visit page
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
B
Piazza XX Settembre
Piazza XX Settembre, 6, 40126 Bologna, Italy
Visit page
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

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/512,386 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.1

Wi‑Fi2.7

Itabus

4/5991 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3

Cleanliness4.3

Wi‑Fi3.1

Autolinee Federico

4.5/5342 reviews

Staff4.9

Timeliness4.7

Cleanliness4.9

Wi‑Fi4.4

MarinoBus

4/5917 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.3

Cleanliness4.4

Wi‑Fi3.3

BlaBlaCar Bus

3.5/511,564 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.7

Cleanliness4.3

Wi‑Fi2.6

Autoservizi Salemi

4.5/5487 reviews

Staff4.9

Timeliness4.3

Cleanliness4.7

Wi‑Fi4

Sellitto

5/51 reviews

Staff5

Cleanliness5

Wi‑Fi5

IT bus companies:FlixBus, Greyhound, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Intercape, Rede Expressos, Trenitalia

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Rome to Bologna

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

How much is the bus ticket from Rome to Bologna?
The cheapest coach tickets from Rome to Bologna start from £10. The average price for this route is around £17. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Rome to Bologna?
The average bus journey time from Rome to Bologna is 5h 20m, covering a distance of 189 miles. The fastest bus can take 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 19 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Itabus, Autolinee Federico, MarinoBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Autoservizi Salemi, Sellitto.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Rome to Bologna?
The earliest bus departs from Rome to Bologna at 00:10. And the latest bus departs at 23:59.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Rome to Bologna?
A bus journey from Rome to Bologna produces an estimated 7.5996 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which 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 company has the best Wi-Fi from Rome to Bologna?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Sellitto has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Rome to Bologna?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Autolinee Federico, with a punctuality rating of 4.7 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.

Best price found

30/03

£13

31/03

£13

Today

£17

02/04

£11

03/04

£15

04/04

£14

05/04

£13

06/04

£22

The cheapest trip from Rome to Bologna was searched and found on 2 Apr 2026 with a price of £11

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 £11 to £117 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 £11, which is on 2026-04-02.

Usually Itabus 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

Vehicle type	Travel time	Avg price	Daily departures
Vehicle typeBus	Travel time5h 20m	Avg price£17	Daily departures19
Vehicle typeTrain	Travel time2h 13m	Avg price£50	Daily departures69
Vehicle typeCarpool	Travel time3h 50m	Avg price£26	Daily departures23