- Must visit
Museo Regionale Conte Agostino Pepoli
Museum inside a coastal tower displaying prehistoric finds, maritime archaeology and local history. A compact, atmospheric stop by the sea.
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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Bologna to Trapani
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 11 Sept
Cheapest price on 11 Sept
£68
Average ticket price on 11 Sept
£76
Fastest journey on 11 Sept
19 h
Average journey duration on 11 Sept
20 h 35 m
Buses on 11 Sept
3
Distance
727 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Bologna to Trapani is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bologna to Trapani will cost around £76 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £68.
Fast coaches
To travel from Bologna to Trapani you need to make at least one change.
S121 · S20114:3019h00Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)9:30Trapani, Piazzale Papa Giovanni Paolo II£681One-way1 change
FlixBus · FlixBus21:1523h45Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)21:00Trapani, Piazzale Papa Giovanni Paolo II£801One-way1 change- 700 · S20114:3019h00Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)9:30Trapani, Piazzale Papa Giovanni Paolo II£811One-way1 change
- 700 · S20114:3019h00Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)9:30Trapani, Piazzale Papa Giovanni Paolo II£811One-way1 change
- S121 · S20114:3019h00Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)9:30Trapani, Piazzale Papa Giovanni Paolo II£681One-way1 change
- FlixBus · FlixBus21:1523h45Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)21:00Trapani, Piazzale Papa Giovanni Paolo II£801One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare coach and flight for Bologna to Trapani
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Bologna to Trapani among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the flight, with an average ticket price of £57 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 30m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of £57, while a coach costs an average of £85.
Distance: 727 km
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| Coach | Most popular Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£85 Average Price | £57 Average Price Cheapest | £106 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
20h 15m Average total duration 19h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 30m Average total duration Fastest 1h 30m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 15h 25m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
The cheapest way to travel from Bologna to Trapani is a flight with an average price of £57.
This is compared to other travel options from Bologna to Trapani:
A flight is £29 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Bologna to Trapani costing on average £85.
The fastest way to travel from Bologna to Trapani is by flight with an average journey time of 1h 30m.
Other travel options to Trapani take longer:
Coach takes on average 19h 45m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Bologna and Trapani including taking a coach and flight.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.
Tickets start at around £85 compared to roughly £106 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £20. The journey takes 19h 45m versus 15h 25m 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.
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.
Live departures
Bologna to Trapani bus times
The table below shows live departures for Bologna to Trapani coaches for today, Thursday 10 September. 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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| FlixBus · FlixBus | 21:15 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 23h45 | 21:00 Trapani, Piazzale Papa Giovanni Paolo II | 1 change | |
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Why should you book Bologna to Trapani coaches with Omio?
Autoservizi Salemi as well as Salemi or FlixBus offer coaches services from Bologna to Trapani.
Omio is the only official third party seller for Autoservizi Salemi tickets.
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Autoservizi Salemi, but also compare tickets for the likes of Salemi or FlixBus to find the best option for your trip from Bologna to Trapani.
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Bologna to Trapani
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Buses from Bologna to Trapani run on average 2 times per day, taking around 19h 45m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £56 but you can travel from only £16 by flight.
The earliest coach runs at 04:42, the last at 21:15. The fastest coach covers the 727 km distance in 19h 0m.
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Flight from £16
Distance 727 km |
Average bus duration 19h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price £56 |
Buses per day 2 |
Fastest bus 19h 0m |
First bus 4:42 |
Last bus 21:15 |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 14 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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Flight from £16
Bus providers: Autoservizi Salemi, Salemi, FlixBus from Bologna to TrapaniYou can travel by bus between Bologna to Trapani with Autoservizi Salemi, Salemi, FlixBus for as low as £16. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
FlixBus
About
FlixBus is one of Europe’s leading low-cost bus companies, founded in Germany and now offering long-distance services across Europe and the United States. In addition to its extensive daytime network, FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select European routes. Standard amenities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge devices, extra legroom, luggage space, and onboard toilets, with snacks and drinks available for purchase. FlixBus offers a single Standard ticket type for all routes, which includes one carry-on bag and one checked bag per passenger. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and for reserving specific seats, such as Extra Seats, Table Seats, or Panorama Seats. This combination of affordability, comfort, and wide coverage makes FlixBus a popular choice for budget-conscious travelers.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average FlixBus Duration
20h 35m
Cheapest FlixBus Price
£56
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed for a fee; must be booked.
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed; guide dogs travel for free.
Autoservizi Salemi
About
Autoservizi Salemi is an Italian bus company that provides daily bus services across the Italian peninsula and throughout Sicily, connecting 33 cities and 52 stations with 487 trips daily. They offer national, regional, airport, and urban routes, including popular connections to cities like Milan, Florence, Bologna, Marsala, and Palermo. Onboard amenities often include air conditioning, power outlets, restrooms, Wi-Fi, and sometimes movies on longer journeys. Autoservizi Salemi also offers bus rentals and various ticket options.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Autoservizi Salemi Duration
19h 0m
Cheapest Autoservizi Salemi Price
£74
Autoservizi Salemi frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
Two pieces of luggage: one large suitcase for the hold and one smaller backpack for on-board.
Cancellation Policy
The cancellation policy can vary by ticket class, individual trips, or promotions, so it's best to check the terms during booking.
Unaccompagned minor
Children between 14 and 17 years old can travel alone with parental consent, but drivers cannot supervise them.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Snacks and beverages are available for purchase on board.
Toilets
USB plugs
Salemi
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Salemi Duration
19h 0m
Cheapest Salemi Price
£74
Complete guide to Trapani
Things to do in Trapani
Discover the best of Trapani — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Trapani trip today.
- Must visit
Museo Regionale Conte Agostino Pepoli
Major regional museum with paintings, decorative arts, coral works and sculpture. It is one of the best places to explore Trapani’s artistic heritage.
- Recommended
Museo del Corallo
Museum dedicated to Trapani’s coral craftsmanship, showing jewellery, liturgical pieces and techniques tied to a distinctive local artistic tradition.
- Must visit
Corso Vittorio Emanuele
Main pedestrian street through the old town lined with palaces, churches and shops. Ideal for a first walk and for absorbing Trapani’s historic atmosphere.
- Must visit
Mura di Tramontana
Long seafront promenade with harbour views, evening light and breezes from the water. Popular for strolling and for seeing daily life in Trapani.
- Must visit
Centro storico di Trapani
Historic quarter at the narrow tip of the peninsula, where lanes open to sea views, small churches and old houses. Best explored slowly on foot.
Couscous di pesce
Couscous di pesce is Trapani’s signature dish, reflecting Sicilian and North African links. Steamed semolina is served with rich local fish broth.
- Vegetarian
- Vegan
Busiate al pesto Trapanese
Busiate al pesto Trapanese features twisted pasta with a raw sauce of tomato, almonds, garlic, basil and olive oil, a classic around Trapani.
- Gluten-free
Bottarga di tonno
Tuna bottarga is cured grated roe from local tuna fisheries, prized for its intense savoury flavour and often used on pasta or antipasti in Trapani.
Osteria La Bettolaccia
Refined seafood restaurant in Trapani known for creative Sicilian cooking, tasting menus and an elegant contemporary setting.
Caupona Taverna di Sicilia
Well-known restaurant focused on local fish, couscous and Sicilian recipes, with a traditional style and central location.
KePalle
Long-established venue for quick, authentic Trapani street food and simple local dishes, especially good for an informal lunch.
Euro (€)
Moderate for Sicily: dining is reasonable and buses are cheap, while summer stays near the centre and coast can raise overall holiday costs.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- €8-12 for fast food or street food.
- Mid-range
- €20-35 per person for a meal.
- Fine dining
- €50+ per person for upscale restaurants.
- Coffee
- €1.50-3 for coffee or cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Service is often included or covered by coperto. In restaurants, round up or leave 5-10% for excellent service; in cafés leave small change; for taxis, round up the fare.
ATM Trapani Bus
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Prices
- Single ticket
- Unknown
- Day pass
- None
To the city centre
Aeroporto Vincenzo Florio di Trapani-Birgi -> Trapani railway station
- Distance
- 18 km
- Travel time
- 25 min
- Use the official ATM Trapani Bus app for live stops, route changes and in-app ticket purchase.
- I could not verify a current official single ticket or day pass fare from the available official sources, so check the operator before travel.
FAQs: Bologna to Trapani coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bologna to Trapani 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 Trapani, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Cheap coach tickets from Bologna to Trapani can start from as little as £56 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Bologna to Trapani is £85; 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 Bologna to Trapani is 19h 0m to travel the 727 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 Bologna to Trapani leaves at 4:42. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Bologna to Trapani leaves at 21:15.
There are 2 coaches a day from Bologna to Trapani which require at least one change with Autoservizi Salemi, Salemi, FlixBus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
When taking a coach from Bologna to Trapani, you can count on Autoservizi Salemi, Salemi, FlixBus for the best way to get you to Trapani. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Bologna and Trapani and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
When departing from Bologna , you have various coach station options to start your route from including Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) . When arriving in Trapani , you can end your route in coach stations like Trapani, Piazzale Papa Giovanni Paolo II, Trapani, Via Ammiraglio Staiti (Porto), Marsala, Viale Amerigo Fazio (Stazione ferroviaria).Passengers board the coach most frequently from Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre), which is located around 1 km away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Trapani, Piazzale Papa Giovanni Paolo II, located 1 away from the city centre.
A trip to Trapani from Bologna is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 19h 0m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Bologna to Trapani is January.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Bologna and Trapani including taking a coach and flight.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Bologna to Trapani:
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Bologna to Trapani for coach company Autoservizi Salemi, FlixBus.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Bologna to Trapani depends on the coach companies:
- Autoservizi Salemi
- The cancellation policy can vary by ticket class, individual trips, or promotions, so it's best to check the terms during booking.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company FlixBus.
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 Bologna to Trapani.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Bologna to Trapani:
- Autoservizi Salemi
- Two pieces of luggage: one large suitcase for the hold and one smaller backpack for on-board.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Bologna to Trapani:
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Yes, you can bring your pet on the coach from Bologna to Trapani. The following conditions apply:
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Bologna to Trapani with the following coach company: FlixBus
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Bologna to Trapani with the following coach company: Autoservizi Salemi, FlixBus.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Bologna to Trapani with the following coach company: Autoservizi Salemi, FlixBus.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Bologna and Trapani
Most Bologna to Trapani buses use the Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) to Trapani, Piazzale Papa Giovanni Paolo II station pair. Use this guide to compare Bologna and Trapani bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Departure bus stations in Bologna
Arrival bus stations in Trapani
Which Bologna station do buses to Trapani leave from?
Buses from Bologna to Trapani leave from Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre). The station is 1 km from Bologna city centre at Piazza XX Settembre, 6, 40121 Bologna BO, Italy.
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.
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