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Pinacoteca Nazionale di Bologna
A major art museum with Italian paintings from the Middle Ages to the modern era, plus temporary exhibitions in the city centre.
Cheapest price on 23 Sept
£27
Average ticket price on 23 Sept
£47
Fastest journey on 23 Sept
8 h 15 m
Average journey duration on 23 Sept
9 h 10 m
Buses on 23 Sept
5
Distance
441 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Chambéry to Bologna is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Chambéry to Bologna will cost around £47 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £27.
On Wed 23 Sept, we found 5 buses from Chambéry to Bologna, including 3 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 441 km distance in an average of 9 h 10 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h 15 m .
The slowest buses will take 10 h 40 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 flight as it is the most popular option from Chambéry to Bologna among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £30 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 8m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £30, while a flight costs an average of £357.
Distance: 441 km
| Coach | Most popular Flight | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£48 Average Price | £357 Average Price | £30 Average Price Cheapest | £181 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
8h 55m Average total duration 8h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 8m Average total duration Fastest 3h 8m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 5h 41m Average total duration 5h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 47m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Chambéry to Bologna:
A train is £18 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Chambéry to Bologna costing on average £48.
A train is £326 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Chambéry to Bologna costing on average £357.
Other travel options to Bologna take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 11m.
Coach takes on average 8h 25m.
Tickets start at around £48 compared to roughly £181 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £133. The journey takes 8h 25m versus 5h 47m 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, Infobus, Itabus.
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 Chambéry to Bologna coaches for today, Tuesday 22 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 15:00 Chambéry | 9h05 | 0:05 Bologna | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 16:00 Chambéry | 9h05 | 1:05 Bologna | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wednesday 23 September | |||||
FlixBus | 0:25 Chambéry, Gare Routière | 8h15 | 8:40 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:50 Chambéry, Gare Routière | 10h40 | 18:30 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1 change | |
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Buses from Chambéry to Bologna run on average 8 times per day, taking around 8h 25m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £7 if you book in advance.
There are 4 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:20, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 441 km distance in 7h 10m.
Distance 441 km |
Average bus duration 8h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Buses per day 8 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 7h 10m |
First bus 0:20 |
Last bus 23:55 |
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Bologna Stazione Centrale -> Piazza Maggiore, Bologna
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Chambéry 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.

Most Chambéry to Bologna buses use the Chambéry, Gare Routière to Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) station pair. Use this guide to compare Chambéry and Bologna 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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