- Must visit
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 05 Sept
£18
Average ticket price on 05 Sept
£46
Fastest journey on 05 Sept
11 h 10 m
Average journey duration on 05 Sept
11 h 31 m
Buses on 05 Sept
18
Distance
705 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Cosenza to Bologna is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cosenza to Bologna will cost around £46 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £18.
On Sat 05 Sept, we found 18 buses from Cosenza to Bologna, including 8 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 705 km distance in an average of 11 h 31 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 11 h 10 m .
The slowest buses will take 11 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.
3888
3888 · 2772
3888 · 3898
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050
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111 · 109
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FlixBusOmio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Cosenza to Bologna among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £36 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 8h 41m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.6kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £36, while a train costs an average of £62.
Distance: 705 km
Most popular Coach | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£36 Average Price Cheapest | £62 Average Price | £175 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
11h 34m Average total duration 11h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 41m Average total duration Fastest 8h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 25m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.7 - 1.8kg CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
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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 Cosenza to Bologna:
A coach is £26 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Cosenza to Bologna costing on average £62.
Other travel options to Bologna take longer:
Train takes on average 8h 11m.
Coach takes on average 11h 4m.
Tickets start at around £36 compared to roughly £175 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £139. The journey takes 11h 4m versus 8h 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.
Direct services are operated by FlixBus, Itabus, Busitalia, Autoservizi Salemi, 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 Cosenza to Bologna coaches for today, Friday 4 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
3888 · 3898 | 13:45 Cosenza, Via Medaglie D'Oro (Autostazione) | 12h40 | 2:25 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1 change | |
3888 · 2772 | 13:45 Cosenza, Via Medaglie D'Oro (Autostazione) | 12h55 | 2:40 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1 change | |
3888 | 13:45 Cosenza, Via Medaglie D'Oro (Autostazione) | 13h00 | 2:45 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 14:00 Cosenza, Via Medaglie D'Oro (Autostazione) | 12h45 | 2:45 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 14:10 Quattromiglia, Via Guglielmo Marconi / Via Umberto Boccioni | 12h35 | 2:45 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1 change | |
050 | 16:40 Cosenza, Via Medaglie D'Oro (Autostazione) | 11h10 | 3:50 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 17:05 Cosenza, Via Medaglie D'Oro (Autostazione) | 11h40 | 4:45 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 17:15 Quattromiglia, Via Guglielmo Marconi / Via Umberto Boccioni | 11h30 | 4:45 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 18:20 Quattromiglia, Via Guglielmo Marconi / Via Umberto Boccioni | 11h40 | 6:00 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1 change | |
111 · 109 | 22:55 Cosenza, Via Medaglie D'Oro (Autostazione) | 11h35 | 10:30 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 23:35 Quattromiglia, Via Guglielmo Marconi / Via Umberto Boccioni | 12h30 | 12:05 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 23:55 Cosenza, Via Medaglie D'Oro (Autostazione) | 13h35 | 13:30 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday 5 September | |||||
FlixBus | 0:15 Quattromiglia, Via Guglielmo Marconi / Via Umberto Boccioni | 13h15 | 13:30 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
2126 | 0:51 Cosenza, Via Medaglie D'Oro (Autostazione) | 12h24 | 13:15 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:30 Cosenza, Via Medaglie D'Oro (Autostazione) | 13h45 | 21:15 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:40 Quattromiglia, Via Guglielmo Marconi / Via Umberto Boccioni | 13h35 | 21:15 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:05 Cosenza, Via Medaglie D'Oro (Autostazione) | 14h05 | 22:10 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1 change | |
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Buses from Cosenza to Bologna run on average 23 times per day, taking around 11h 4m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £18 if you book in advance.
There are 6 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 705 km distance in 11h 10m.
Distance 705 km |
Average bus duration 11h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price £18 |
Buses per day 23 |
Direct buses 6 |
Fastest bus 11h 10m |
First bus 0:05 |
Last bus 23:55 |
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Discover the best of Bologna — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Bologna trip today.
A major art museum with Italian paintings from the Middle Ages to the modern era, plus temporary exhibitions in the city centre.
Bologna’s modern and contemporary art museum presents rotating exhibitions and a compact permanent collection in a converted industrial space.
An engaging museum on Bologna’s industrial and social history, with working models, scientific instruments, and practical displays for curious visitors.
Bologna’s grand central square is the city’s social and architectural heart, framed by major civic buildings and lively throughout the day.
A long porticoed walk climbing towards San Luca, combining daily local life, historic architecture, and one of Bologna’s classic walking routes.
This covered market street preserves medieval character under porticoes and is ideal for a short walk between historic shops and central landmarks.
Fresh egg pasta ribbons served with slow-cooked ragù. It is Bologna’s signature pasta dish and traditionally differs from spaghetti bolognese found abroad.
Small ring-shaped stuffed pasta served in rich capon or beef broth. A festive classic closely tied to Bolognese family cooking and winter meals.
Green pasta sheets layered with ragù, béchamel and Parmigiano Reggiano. This baked dish is a traditional Sunday and holiday favourite in Bologna.
Historic osteria known for classic Bolognese pasta and traditional meat dishes in a warm, old-world dining room near the city centre.
Refined restaurant serving contemporary Italian cuisine in elegant rooms inside Palazzo Fava, suited to a special-occasion meal.
Long-standing trattoria popular for tortellini, tagliatelle al ragù and other local staples in a simple, bustling setting.
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.
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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Bologna Stazione Centrale -> Piazza Maggiore, Bologna
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cosenza 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 Cosenza to Bologna buses use the Cosenza, Via Medaglie D'Oro (Autostazione) to Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) station pair. Use this guide to compare Cosenza and Bologna bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Cosenza, Stazione Ferroviaria di Cosenza is 1 km from Cosenza city centre. Public transport options include:
Cosenza, Stazione Ferroviaria di Cosenza has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Small cafes are available nearby.
Wi-Fi is available at Cosenza, Stazione Ferroviaria di Cosenza. ATMs are available at Cosenza, Stazione Ferroviaria di Cosenza.
Ticket office support is available at Cosenza, Stazione Ferroviaria di Cosenza.
Available at Cosenza, Stazione Ferroviaria di Cosenza: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Cosenza, Stazione Ferroviaria di Cosenza: Station is wheelchair accessible.
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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