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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Asti to Bologna
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 30 Aug
Cheapest price on 30 Aug
£12
Average ticket price on 30 Aug
£12
Fastest journey on 30 Aug
4 h 50 m
Average journey duration on 30 Aug
4 h 50 m
Buses on 30 Aug
1
Distance
252 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Asti to Bologna is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Asti to Bologna will cost around £12 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £12.
Fast coaches
On Sun 30 Aug, we found 1 buses from Asti to Bologna, including 1 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 252 km distance in an average of 4 h 50 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 50 m .
The slowest buses will take 4 h 50 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
06318:304h50Asti, Piazza Medaglie d'Oro (Autostazione)23:20Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)£121One-way0 changes
- 06318:304h50Asti, Piazza Medaglie d'Oro (Autostazione)23:20Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)£121One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Asti to Bologna
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Asti to Bologna among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £14 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 51m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £14, while a flight costs an average of £167.
Distance: 252 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
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£14 Average Price Cheapest | £19 Average Price | £167 Average Price |
4h 46m Average total duration 4h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 51m Average total duration Fastest 3h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 10m Average total duration 4h 10m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Asti to Bologna bus times
The table below shows live departures for Asti to Bologna coaches for today, Saturday 29 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 063 | 18:30 Asti, Piazza Medaglie d'Oro (Autostazione) | 4h50 | 23:20 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Asti to Bologna
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Buses from Asti to Bologna run on average 5 times per day, taking around 4h 16m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £9 if you book in advance.
There are 4 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 03:55, the last at 22:37. The fastest coach covers the 252 km distance in 4h 50m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 252 km |
Average bus duration 4h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price £9 |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 4h 50m |
First bus 3:55 |
Last bus 22:37 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 5 days |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Bus providers: Marino Autolinee, BlaBlaCar from Asti to BolognaYou can travel by bus between Asti to Bologna with Marino Autolinee, BlaBlaCar for as low as £9. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
Marino Autolinee
About
MarinoBus is an Italian bus company with more than 200 destinations and 6,000 connections across Italy and Europe. Originally focused on Basilicata and Apulia, its network has expanded to cover the rest of Italy as well as Switzerland, France, Germany, and Luxembourg. All MarinoBus coaches are equipped with spacious reclining seats, air conditioning, onboard restrooms, WiFi, minibars, and color TVs. For your next trip, you can book the standard ticket, which includes one piece of hand luggage and up to two checked bags per passenger
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Marino Autolinee Duration
4h 50m
Cheapest Marino Autolinee Price
£9
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 10kg (55x40x20 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag up to 20 kg.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund. Cancellations within 24 hours incur a 50% fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible restrooms.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed.
Pets
Small pets allowed in carriers; larger pets must be leashed and muzzled.
BlaBlaCar
About
BlaBlaCar is a French online marketplace for carpooling, connecting drivers with empty seats and passengers traveling to the same destination to share costs. Founded in 2006, it operates in Europe and Latin America, boasting 26 million active members. The platform also includes BlaBlaCar Bus, an intercity bus service. BlaBlaCar's name comes from its rating system for drivers' chattiness: \Bla\" for quiet, \"BlaBla\" for talkative, and \"BlaBlaBla\" for very chatty. The company aims to be the leading marketplace for shared travel, offering affordable and sustainable solutions by combining carpooling with bus journeys."
Luggage & cancellation policy
BlaBlaCar frequency
4 a day
Complete guide to Bologna
Things to do in Bologna
Discover the best of Bologna — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Bologna trip today.
- Recommended
MAMbo - Museo d'Arte Moderna di Bologna
Bologna’s modern and contemporary art museum presents rotating exhibitions and a compact permanent collection in a converted industrial space.
- Recommended
Museo del Patrimonio Industriale
An engaging museum on Bologna’s industrial and social history, with working models, scientific instruments, and practical displays for curious visitors.
- Must visit
Piazza Maggiore
Bologna’s grand central square is the city’s social and architectural heart, framed by major civic buildings and lively throughout the day.
- Must visit
Portico di San Luca
A long porticoed walk climbing towards San Luca, combining daily local life, historic architecture, and one of Bologna’s classic walking routes.
- Recommended
Via Pescherie Vecchie
This covered market street preserves medieval character under porticoes and is ideal for a short walk between historic shops and central landmarks.
Tagliatelle al ragù
Fresh egg pasta ribbons served with slow-cooked ragù. It is Bologna’s signature pasta dish and traditionally differs from spaghetti bolognese found abroad.
Tortellini in brodo
Small ring-shaped stuffed pasta served in rich capon or beef broth. A festive classic closely tied to Bolognese family cooking and winter meals.
Lasagne verdi alla bolognese
Green pasta sheets layered with ragù, béchamel and Parmigiano Reggiano. This baked dish is a traditional Sunday and holiday favourite in Bologna.
Trattoria da Me
Historic osteria known for classic Bolognese pasta and traditional meat dishes in a warm, old-world dining room near the city centre.
Ristorante I Carracci
Refined restaurant serving contemporary Italian cuisine in elegant rooms inside Palazzo Fava, suited to a special-occasion meal.
Trattoria Anna Maria
Long-standing trattoria popular for tortellini, tagliatelle al ragù and other local staples in a simple, bustling setting.
Euro (€)
Moderate for Italy: lodging is mid-priced, meals are reasonable, and local buses are cheap, though central hotel rates rise in peak season and during major fairs.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- €8-12 for fast food or street food.
- Mid-range
- €20-35 per person for a meal.
- Fine dining
- €60+ per person for upscale restaurants.
- Coffee
- €1.50-3 for coffee or cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Tipping is modest. Service may be included; round up or leave €1-2 in cafés, 5-10% for very good restaurant service, and round up taxi fares.
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Prices
- Single ticket
- €2.30
- Day pass
- €9.00
To the city centre
Bologna Stazione Centrale -> Piazza Maggiore, Bologna
- Distance
- 1.6 km
- Travel time
- 20 min
- Contactless card payment works on TPER buses in Bologna at the same price as a standard ticket bought before boarding.
- Validate your ticket at the start of the journey and again when changing buses. Keep it intact until the end of travel.
FAQs: Asti to Bologna coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Asti to Bologna by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Bologna, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Cheap coach tickets from Asti to Bologna can start from as little as £9 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Asti to Bologna is £14; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Asti to Bologna is 4h 50m to travel the 252 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Asti to Bologna leaves at 3:55. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Asti to Bologna leaves at 22:37.
Yes, there are 4 direct coaches a day from Asti to Bologna with Marino Autolinee, BlaBlaCar. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Asti to Bologna, you can count on Marino Autolinee, BlaBlaCar for the best way to get you to Bologna. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Asti and Bologna and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
When departing from Asti , you have various coach station options to start your route from including Asti, Piazza Medaglie d'Oro (Autostazione), Asti, Piazza Guglielmo Marconi, Alba, Piazza Medford (Autostazione) . When arriving in Bologna , you can end your route in coach stations like Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre), Bologna, Piaza XX Settembre.Passengers board the coach most frequently from Asti, Piazza Medaglie d'Oro (Autostazione), which is located around away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre), located 1 away from the city centre.
A trip to Bologna from Asti is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 4h 50m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Asti to Bologna is April.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Asti and Bologna including taking a train, coach and flight.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Asti to Bologna:
- Marino Autolinee
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible restrooms.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Asti to Bologna for coach company Marino Autolinee.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company Marino Autolinee.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Asti to Bologna depends on the coach companies:
- Marino Autolinee
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund. Cancellations within 24 hours incur a 50% fee.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Asti to Bologna.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Asti to Bologna:
- Marino Autolinee
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg (55x40x20 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Asti to Bologna:
- Marino Autolinee
- 10€ per additional bag up to 20 kg.
Yes, you can bring your pet on the coach from Asti to Bologna. The following conditions apply:
- Marino Autolinee
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must be leashed and muzzled.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Asti to Bologna with the following coach company: Marino Autolinee
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Asti to Bologna with the following coach company: Marino Autolinee.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Asti to Bologna with the following coach company: Marino Autolinee.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Asti and Bologna
Most Asti to Bologna buses use the Asti, Piazza Medaglie d'Oro (Autostazione) to Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) station pair, with some services arriving at Bologna, Piaza XX Settembre. Use this guide to compare Asti and Bologna bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Departure bus stations in Asti
Arrival bus stations in Bologna
Which Asti station do buses to Bologna leave from?
Buses from Asti to Bologna leave from Asti, Piazza Medaglie d'Oro (Autostazione). The station is from Asti city centre at Piazza Medaglie D'Oro, 14100 Asti AT, Italy.
Asti, Piazza Medaglie d'Oro (Autostazione)Piazza Medaglie D'Oro, 14100 Asti AT, Italy
City-centre transport
Getting to Asti, Piazza Medaglie d'Oro (Autostazione) from Asti city centre
BusSc 3, 4, 2/, 6, 7, R 7, Sc 1, Sc 4, Sc 2, 2 · 8m · every ~10 min
Asti, Piazza Medaglie d'Oro (Autostazione) bus station facilities and services
Asti, Piazza Medaglie d'Oro (Autostazione) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Several cafes and eateries nearby.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Asti, Piazza Medaglie d'Oro (Autostazione). ATMs are available at Asti, Piazza Medaglie d'Oro (Autostazione).
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Asti, Piazza Medaglie d'Oro (Autostazione).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Asti, Piazza Medaglie d'Oro (Autostazione): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Asti, Piazza Medaglie d'Oro (Autostazione): Basic accessibility features for buses.
Asti, Piazza Guglielmo MarconiAsti Train Station, Piazza Guglielmo Marconi, 14100 Asti AT, Italy
City-centre transport
Getting to Asti, Piazza Guglielmo Marconi from Asti city centre
BusSc 3, 4, 2/, 6, 7, R 7, Sc 1, Sc 4, Sc 2, 2 · 6m · every ~10 min
Asti, Piazza Guglielmo Marconi bus station facilities and services
Asti, Piazza Guglielmo Marconi has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Small café inside the station.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free wifi available in waiting areas. ATMs are located next to the ticket office.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Asti, Piazza Guglielmo Marconi.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Asti, Piazza Guglielmo Marconi: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Asti, Piazza Guglielmo Marconi: Step-free access to platforms.
Which Bologna station do buses from Asti arrive at?
Buses from Asti to Bologna most often arrive at Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre). Some services arrive at Bologna, Piaza XX Settembre, so check your ticket before travel to confirm your Bologna arrival station.
Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)Piazza XX Settembre, 6, 40121 Bologna BO, Italy
City-centre transport
Getting to Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) from Bologna city centre
Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) is 1 km from Bologna city centre. Public transport options include:
BusA, 97, 98 · 8m · £0.90 · every ~15 min
A · 10m · £0.90 · every ~6 min
Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) bus station facilities and services
Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafeteria Autostazione (in the station), Trattoria del Rosso (0.5 km), Osteria Broccaindosso (0.7 km).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre): Elevators, ramps.
Bologna, Piaza XX SettembreBologna Central Bus Station, 40126 Bologna BO, Italy
City-centre transport
Getting to Bologna, Piaza XX Settembre from Bologna city centre
Bologna, Piaza XX Settembre is 1 km from Bologna city centre. Public transport options include:
BusA, 97, 98 · 5m · £0.90 · every ~15 min
C, D, 15, T2 · 9m · £0.90 · every ~12 min
Bologna, Piaza XX Settembre bus station facilities and services
Bologna, Piaza XX Settembre has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Bologna, Piaza XX Settembre. ATMs are available at Bologna, Piaza XX Settembre.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bologna, Piaza XX Settembre.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bologna, Piaza XX Settembre: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bologna, Piaza XX Settembre: Ramp access available.
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