Standard
- Power plugs
- Wide seats
- Extra legroom
Cheapest price on 07 Sept
£30
Average ticket price on 07 Sept
£32
Fastest journey on 07 Sept
5 h 30 m
Average journey duration on 07 Sept
6 h 17 m
Buses on 07 Sept
3
Distance
309 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Bologna to Innsbruck is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bologna to Innsbruck will cost around £32 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £30.
On Mon 07 Sept, we found 3 buses from Bologna to Innsbruck, including 2 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 309 km distance in an average of 6 h 17 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 30 m .
The slowest buses will take 7 h 30 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.
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FlixBus · FlixBusOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bologna to Innsbruck among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £32 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 15m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £32, while a flight costs an average of £296.
Distance: 309 km
| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£32 Average Price Cheapest | £48 Average Price | £296 Average Price | £97 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 0m Average total duration 5h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 40m Average total duration 5h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 15m Average total duration Fastest 2h 15m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 4h 55m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Bologna to Innsbruck:
A coach is £15 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bologna to Innsbruck costing on average £48.
A coach is £264 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bologna to Innsbruck costing on average £296.
Other travel options to Innsbruck take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 10m.
Coach takes on average 5h 30m.
Tickets start at around £32 compared to roughly £97 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £64. The journey takes 5h 30m versus 4h 55m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by FlixBus, BlaBlaCar.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
The table below shows live departures for Bologna to Innsbruck coaches for tomorrow, Monday 7 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus | 13:40 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 7h30 | 21:10 Innsbruck, Südbahnstraße | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 18:45 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 5h30 | 0:15 Innsbruck, Südbahnstraße | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 19:50 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 5h50 | 1:40 Innsbruck, Südbahnstraße | 0 changesdirect | |
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Buses from Bologna to Innsbruck run on average 5 times per day, taking around 5h 30m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £23 but you can travel from only £20 by train.
There are 4 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 01:00, the last at 23:30. The fastest coach covers the 309 km distance in 5h 30m.
Distance 309 km |
Average bus duration 5h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price £23 |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 5h 30m |
First bus 1:00 |
Last bus 23:30 |
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Best time to book 49 days |
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Discover the best of Innsbruck — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Innsbruck trip today.
Museum inside the Golden Roof building covering Emperor Maximilian I and Innsbruck’s history. Compact, central, and easy to combine with Old Town sights.
Major Tyrolean museum with art, history, and cultural collections from prehistory to modern times. A strong choice for understanding the region.
Specialist museum on Tyrolean folk culture with traditional interiors, crafts, and clothing. It gives a vivid sense of everyday Alpine life.
Medieval centre of colourful facades, arcades, and narrow lanes. It is the city’s most atmospheric area for architecture, strolling, and classic views.
Viewpoint above the city reached by funicular and cable car. Even without hiking, it offers memorable alpine panoramas and a dramatic setting.
Elegant historic street lined with palaces, shops, and cafés, framed by mountain views. It is ideal for a central walk between major sights.
Tyrolean pressed cheese dumplings, usually served in broth or with salad. A classic mountain dish prized for hearty alpine flavours.
A rich potato, onion and bacon fry-up with marjoram, often topped with a fried egg. It is a staple in Tyrolean inns and mountain huts.
A dense potato and flour pancake traditionally pan-fried and served with sauerkraut or soup. It is a rustic Tyrolean comfort food.
Refined restaurant with modern Austrian cooking and a polished atmosphere, suitable for a more special dinner in Innsbruck.
Casual alpine-style venue popular for dumplings, schnitzel and local beer, with a lively and accessible city-centre atmosphere.
Traditional Tyrolean inn in the Old Town serving classics such as Gröstl, dumplings and schnitzel in a historic, cosy setting.
Innsbruck is pricier than many Austrian cities. Hotels, mountain access and dining raise costs, though public transport and casual meals remain manageable.
Service is usually included, but rounding up is standard. In restaurants, add about 5-10% for good service. Round up taxi fares, and leave small change in cafés.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bologna to Innsbruck 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 Innsbruck, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Bologna to Innsbruck buses use the Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) to Innsbruck, Südbahnstraße station pair, with some services arriving at Innsbruck, Hauptbahnhof (Busbahnhof). Use this guide to compare Bologna and Innsbruck bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) is 1 km from Bologna city centre. Public transport options include:
Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria Autostazione (in the station), Trattoria del Rosso (0.5 km), Osteria Broccaindosso (0.7 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre).
Available at Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre): Elevators, ramps.
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