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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Geneva to Bologna
Cheapest price
£47
Average price
£51
Fastest journey
8 h 35 m
Average duration
10 h 23 m
Buses per day
7
Distance
448 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Geneva to Bologna is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Geneva to Bologna will cost around £51 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £47.
Of the 7 buses that leave Geneva for Bologna every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 448 km distance in an average of 10 h 23 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h 35 m .
The slowest buses will take 11 h 35 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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Travel Information
Compare coach, flight and train for Geneva to Bologna
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Geneva to Bologna among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £27. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 24m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £27, and a flight costs an average of £63.
Distance: 448 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£53 Average Price Cheapest | £108 Average Price | £166 Average Price |
9h 1m Average total duration 8h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 10m Average total duration 5h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 24m Average total duration Fastest 2h 24m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.4 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.3 - 2.7kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |  Most popular airline |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Geneva to Bologna bus times
The table below shows live departures for Geneva to Bologna coaches for today, Sunday 30 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:40 Geneve, Place Dorcière | 11h35 | 22:15 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:25 Genève, Aéroport | 13h30 | 01:55 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1 change | |
| FlixBus | 15:20 Geneve, Place Dorcière | 10h35 | 01:55 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 15:55 Genève, Aéroport | 14h10 | 06:05 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1 change | |
| FlixBus | 21:35 Geneve, Place Dorcière | 8h35 | 06:10 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 04:30 Geneve, Place Dorcière | 10h00 | 14:30 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 06:15 Geneve, Place Dorcière | 11h10 | 17:25 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 08:55 Geneve, Place Dorcière | 11h35 | 20:30 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Geneva to Bologna
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Buses from Geneva to Bologna run on average 7 times per day, taking around 8h 31m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £27 if you book in advance.
There are 2 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 01:00, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 448 km distance in 8h 15m.
Distance 448 km |
Average bus duration 8h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price £27 |
Buses per day 7 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 8h 15m |
First bus 01:00 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, BlaBlaCar Bus, Sellitto from Geneva to BolognaYou can travel by bus between Geneva to Bologna with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, BlaBlaCar Bus, Sellitto for as low as £27. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Geneva to Bologna coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Geneva 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.
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Geneva and Bologna
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Office
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café de la Gare (in the station)
- Le Petit Chalet (0.5 km)
- Restaurant Les Armures (0.7 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available on the concourse.
- Bus: 5, 10, 19, 25 Train: L1, L2 Tram: 12, 14
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Swiss Bakery (in the station)
- Italian Bistro (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 1, 25, 61 Train: L1, L2
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-23:30
- Free Wi-Fi
- Montreux Jazz Café (in the station)
- La Cuisine (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 5, 10, 23, 28, 57, Y Train: IC, IR, RE
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 05:30-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Autostazione (in the station)
- Trattoria del Rosso (0.5 km)
- Osteria Broccaindosso (0.7 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 11, 21, 25, 30 Train: Bologna Centrale
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