The cheapest and fastest coaches from La Spezia to Bologna
Cheapest price
£17
Average price
£19
Fastest journey
2 h 35 m
Average duration
3 h 7 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
126 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from La Spezia to Bologna is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from La Spezia to Bologna will cost around £19 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £17.
Of the 3 buses that leave La Spezia for Bologna every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 126 km distance in an average of 3 h 7 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 35 m .
The slowest buses will take 4 h 5 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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Compare coach and train for La Spezia to Bologna
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from La Spezia to Bologna among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £17. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 3h 21m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £17, and a coach costs an average of £15.
Distance: 126 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
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£20 Average Price | £18 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 51m Average total duration Fastest 3h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 34m Average total duration 4h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
La Spezia to Bologna bus times
The table below shows live departures for La Spezia to Bologna coaches for today, Saturday 10 January. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 09:15 La Specia, Via Giosuè Carducci | 4h05 | 13:20 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
061 | 19:45 La Spezia, Viale Italia c/o Chiosco delle Palme | 2h35 | 22:20 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from La Spezia to Bologna
Buses from La Spezia to Bologna run on average 5 times per day, taking around 3h 21m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £15 if you book in advance.
There are 2 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:40, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 126 km distance in 2h 35m.
Distance 126 km |
Average bus duration 3h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price £15 |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 2h 35m |
First bus 00:40 |
Last bus 23:50 |
Bus providers: Marino Autolinee, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar from La Spezia to BolognaYou can travel by bus between La Spezia to Bologna with Marino Autolinee, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar for as low as £15. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: La Spezia to Bologna coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from La Spezia 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.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from La Specia, Via Giosuè Carducci, which is located around 2 miles (3.2 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre), located 1.4 miles (2.2 km) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in La Spezia and Bologna
- 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
- 05:00-23:30
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside the arrivals area.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 54, 81, 91
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