Rome to Bologna by bus
Travelling from Rome to Bologna by bus takes about 4h 45m, run by FlixBus. A quicker option we found is flight, at 1h 05m. The bus is still the cheapest.
Indicative price from a recent search, updated regularly. Confirm the live fare and seats with the provider at checkout. Routavio adds no booking fee.
The journey, step by step
- 1busRome → Florence
FlixBus - 2busFlorence → BolognaFlixBus
bus or flight?
| Transport | Price | Duration | Transfers |
|---|---|---|---|
| bus | €28 | 4h 45m | 1 transfer |
| flight | €106 | 1h 05m | direct |
All rows come from the same recent route search. Exact fares depend on your travel date.
Rome to Bologna by bus: common questions
How long does Rome to Bologna take by bus?
About 4h 45m, 1 transfer.
How much is a bus ticket from Rome to Bologna?
The best price in our latest check was €28. The exact fare depends on the date and how full the service is.
Who runs the bus from Rome to Bologna?
FlixBus. You buy the ticket directly from them.
Is the bus or the flight better?
The flight is faster at 1h 05m. The bus wins on price.
What Omio sells on this route
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Omio last refreshed these on Fri, Sep 4
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