The cheapest and fastest coaches from Madrid to Bologna
Cheapest price
£109
Average price
£113
Fastest journey
1 d 5 h 10 m
Average duration
1 d 12 h 58 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
1312 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Madrid to Bologna is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Madrid to Bologna will cost around £113 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £109.
To travel from Madrid to Bologna you need to make at least one change.
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Compare train, coach and flight for Madrid to Bologna
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Madrid to Bologna among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from £23. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 14m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the coach is your best bet as it emits only 1.3 - 3.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of £23, and a train costs an average of £324.
Distance: 1312 km
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| Coach | Most popular Flight | Train |
|---|---|---|
£153 Average Price | £151 Average Price Cheapest | £324 Average Price |
26h 43m Average total duration 26h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 14m Average total duration Fastest 3h 14m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 34h 59m Average total duration 34h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
1.3 - 3.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 3.9 - 7.9kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Madrid to Bologna bus times
The table below shows live departures for Madrid 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 |
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FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 18:05 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 28h10 | 22:15 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 19:50 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 31h20 | 03:10 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Madrid to Bologna
Buses from Madrid to Bologna run on average 4 times per day, taking around 26h 13m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £79 but you can travel from only £23 by flight.
The earliest coach runs at 00:14, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 1312 km distance in 26h 20m.
Distance 1312 km |
Average bus duration 26h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price £79 |
Buses per day 4 |
Fastest bus 26h 20m |
First bus 00:14 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus from Madrid to BolognaYou can travel by bus between Madrid to Bologna with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus for as low as £23. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Madrid to Bologna coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Madrid 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 Madrid and Bologna
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafetería de la estación (in the station)
- Restaurante El Brillante (0.5 km)
- La Taberna de Domínguez (0.7 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 8, 102, 148 Metro: L6 Train: C1, C5
- 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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