Rome to Bologna

Rome to Bologna

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Rome to Bologna Schedule

Rome to Bologna Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
FlixBus Economy 01:45 - 22:00€ 5.98
NTV Smart 05:50 - 08:03€ 49.39
Sais Autolinee Standard AC 06:00 - 10:30€ 30.69
FlixBus Economy 08:30 - 20:00€ 15.98
NTV Club 11:55 - 14:18€ 90.10
NTV Smart 13:05 - 15:18€ 49.39
Itabus Wow Comfort + Extra Luggage 15:00 - 20:15€ 6.08
NTV Club 16:40 - 19:03€ 90.10
NTV Club 18:39 - 20:38€ 83.90
NTV Salotto 2 20:40 - 23:03€ 163.90
Itabus Comfort + Extra Luggage 22:45 - 03:25€ 20.55

Transportation from Rome to Bologna

Facts about the transport from Rome to Bologna

Cheapest Transport$5
Fastest Transport55m
Earliest Departure1:20 凌晨
Latest Departure11:55 晚上
Departures per day413
Distance376 kilometers
Transport CompaniesAlitalia, Autoservizi Salemi, Daytrip, FlixBus, Itabus, NTV

How to get from Rome to Bologna

Travelling between Rome and Bologna is possible by Flight, bus, train and taxi. Flight guarantees the fastest travel on this route. Bus is the slowest option.

The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 878.27 if you go by taxi; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a bus which will set you back mere USD 4.40.

How long does it take to get from Rome to Bologna?

It can take you anywhere between 1 and 6 hours to travel between Rome and Bologna depending on the means of transport you choose.

Flight is the fastest way to travel between Rome and Bologna. Flight will bring you to your destination in 55m. Bus does a much slower job and take about 5h 45m to reach Bologna.

How much does it cost to get from Rome to Bologna?

Travelling between Rome and Bologna can be as cheap as USD 4.40 if you opt for a Itabus bus and as expensive as USD 878.27 if you buy a Daytrip taxi ticket.

Here is the list of how much you can expect to pay travelling by each means of transport available for this route.

How many trips per day are there between Rome and Bologna ?

  • 353 from Rome to Bologna starting from 05:40 Rome Termini until 20:50 Rome Tiburtina
  • 54 from Rome to Bologna starting from 01:20 Rome Tiburtina Largo Mazzoni until 23:55 Rome Tiburtina Largo Mazzoni
  • 2 from Rome to Bologna starting from 09:15 Leonardo da Vinci Airport until 18:00 Leonardo da Vinci Airport
  • 4 from Rome to Bologna starting from 00:00 Rome Hotel Transfer until 00:00 Rome Hotel Transfer

Check above for a bus, train, flight and ferry timetable from Rome to Bologna.

What mode of transportation is the best one for my route?

Flights

Flying is the fastest and often the most expensive way to travel from Rome to Bologna, but with a bit of luck you can score very good deals for as little as USD 70.64.

Things to remember: Note that some of the airlines may have restrictions on checked luggage weight or require paying extra for check-in, choosing seats or transportation of oversized luggage.

If opting for a flight, calculate the time you will spend getting to and from the airports as well as the waiting time before your flight, getting through immigration in case of an international flight and recovering your checked luggage.

In certain cases all these procedures can add no less than 5 hours to your total travel time.

Airlines flying between Rome and Bologna

Alitalia

Bus

Travelling from Rome to Bologna overland will inevitably take longer but in many cases it is the cheapest option if you opt for a bus.

Things to remember: For a more comfortable ride opt for a higher-class bus wherever possible. These buses usually have soft reclining seats and are equipped with air-conditioning and on-board toilets.

They often include water, snacks or a light lunch into your ticket price and make bathroom stops en-route.

Companies operating bus routes between Rome and Bologna

Autoservizi Salemi, FlixBus, Itabus

Taxi

Some travellers consider taxi to be the most convenient form of overland transport thanks to flexible departure times, a possibility to choose the size of the car you need, and a hassle-free door-to-door service.

Things to remember: If you are planning to make detours during your trip, discuss it with your driver or service provider in advance as it may affect the price.

Companies offering charters between Rome and Bologna

Daytrip

Train

Train is a often a great choice for long-haul travel especially if you opt for a night sleeper train with berths which will allow you to sleep all your journey through. To make the most of your train journey, choose the class of your ticket wisely.

Note that there are air-conditioned and fan-only carriages; private compartments for 2 or 4; hard and soft seats.
Though the upper class you get the smoother is your journey, often second class air-conditioned or fan-only sleepers are a good money saving alternative.

What is the most popular transport to get from Rome to Bologna?

There is a choice of transportation means any time of the day with Bus remaining the most popular option due to their reasonable pricing and comfort.

Out of 1000 travellers who bought tickets for this route

  • 100% opted for a bus