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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Manchester to Bologna

Showing times and prices for 15 Jul

Cheapest price

£128

Average price

£188

Fastest journey

1 d 11 h 40 m

Average duration

1 d 12 h 25 m

Buses per day

Distance

1403 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Manchester to Bologna is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Manchester to Bologna will cost around £188 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £128.

Fast coaches

To travel from Manchester to Bologna you need to make at least 3 changes.

FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
13:5038h15
Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East
5:05Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
£1281One-way
3 changes
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
0:2038h10
Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East
15:30Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
£1541One-way
3 changes
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
2:5035h40
Manchester, Shudehill Interchange
15:30Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
£1561One-way
3 changes
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
23:5936h01
Manchester, Shudehill Interchange
13:00Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
£1621One-way
3 changes
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
15:3038h15
Manchester, Shudehill Interchange
6:45Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
£2051One-way
3 changes

Travel Information

Compare train, coach and flight for Manchester to Bologna

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Manchester to Bologna among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £60. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 13m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the coach is your best bet as it emits only 1.4 - 3.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £60, and a train costs an average of £394.

Distance: 1403 km

Compare bus with

Coach	Most popular Flight	Train
£110 Average Price Cheapest	£136 Average Price	£394 Average Price
38h 24m Average total duration 37h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	6h 13m Average total duration Fastest 3h 13m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time*	25h 39m Average total duration 25h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time*
1.4 - 3.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest	4.2 - 8.4kg 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

Manchester to Bologna bus times

The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Bologna coaches for today, Tuesday 14 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Changes
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus	23:59 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange	38h31	15:30 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)	3 changes
Wednesday 15 July
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus	0:20 Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East	38h10	15:30 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)	3 changes
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus	2:50 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange	35h40	15:30 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)	3 changes
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus	13:50 Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East	38h15	5:05 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)	3 changes
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus	14:10 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange	37h55	5:05 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)	3 changes
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus	15:30 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange	38h15	6:45 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)	3 changes
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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Manchester to Bologna

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Buses from Manchester to Bologna run on average 6 times per day, taking around 37h 54m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £60 but you can travel from only £19 by flight.

The earliest coach runs at 00:20, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 1403 km distance in 33h 36m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Flight from £19

Distance

1403 km

Average bus duration

37h 54m

Cheapest ticket price

£60

Buses per day

Fastest bus

33h 36m

First bus

0:20

Last bus

23:55

Cheapest Month

Sept

Cheapest Day

Wed

High Season

Oct - Dec

Low Season

Apr - Jun

Busiest Day

Fri

Least Busy Day

Fri

Best time to book

1 day

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Flight from £19

FAQs: Manchester to Bologna coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester 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.

Cheap coach tickets from Manchester to Bologna can start from as little as £60 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Manchester to Bologna is £110; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

The average journey time by coach from Manchester to Bologna is 33h 36m to travel the 1403 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.

The earliest coach from Manchester to Bologna leaves at 0:20. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The latest coach from Manchester to Bologna leaves at 23:55.

When departing from Manchester , you have various coach station options to start your route from including Manchester, Shudehill Interchange, Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East, Manchester, Airport . When arriving in Bologna , you can end your route in coach stations like Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre).Passengers board the coach most frequently from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange, which is located around away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre), located 1 away from the city centre.

A trip to Bologna from Manchester is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 33h 36m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month for a coach from Manchester to Bologna is September.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Manchester and Bologna including taking a train, coach and flight.

No, the coach from Manchester to Bologna has no accessibility options.

No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Manchester to Bologna.

No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Manchester to Bologna.

Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.

Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Manchester to Bologna.

No, luggage for the coach from Manchester to Bologna needs to be booked in addition.

No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Manchester to Bologna.

Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Manchester to Bologna.

No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Manchester to Bologna.

No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Manchester to Bologna.

popular bus stations

Important Stations and Airports in Manchester and Bologna

Most Manchester to Bologna buses use the Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) station pair. Use this guide to compare Manchester and Bologna bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.

Departure bus stations in Manchester

Arrival bus stations in Bologna

Which Manchester station do buses to Bologna leave from?

Buses from Manchester to Bologna leave from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange. The station is from Manchester city centre at Shudehill Interchange, Manchester M4 2AF, United Kingdom.

Manchester, Shudehill InterchangeShudehill Interchange, Manchester M4 2AF, United Kingdom Wifi

City-centre transport

Getting to Manchester, Shudehill Interchange from Manchester city centre

Bus163, 118, 119, 18, 112, 114, 117, 81 · 3m · £2 · every ~69 min

TramBlue Line, Navy Line, Green Line, Yellow Line · 2m · £2 · every ~23 min

Manchester, Shudehill Interchange bus station facilities and services

Manchester, Shudehill Interchange has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Manchester, Shudehill Interchange.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Manchester, Shudehill Interchange: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester, Shudehill Interchange: Elevators, ramps.

More about Manchester, Shudehill Interchange

Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East

City-centre transport

Getting to Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East from Manchester city centre

Bus101, 15, 103, 102 · 14m · £2 · every ~31 min

Uk023, Ukn23, Uk071 · 21m · £0.90 · every ~2 min

Manchester, AirportManchester Airport, Manchester M90 3RR, United Kingdom Wifi

City-centre transport

Getting to Manchester, Airport from Manchester city centre

Manchester, Airport is 2 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainLiverpool Lime Street - Manchester Airport, Manchester Piccadilly - Crewe, Blackpool North - Manchester Airport, Barrow-in-Furness - Manchester Airport, Windermere - Manchester Airport, Manchester Piccadilly - Wilmslow, Manchester Piccadilly - Manchester Airport, Millom - Manchester Airport, Lancaster - Manchester Airport, Manchester Oxford Road - Manchester Airport, Corkickle - Manchester Airport, Preston - Manchester Airport · 17m · £4 · every ~9 min

BusUk980, Uk076, Uk074, Uk072, Ukn23 · 30m · £0.90 · every ~2 min

43, 103 · 1h 2m · £2 · every ~29 min

43, 103 · 1h 6m · £2 · every ~29 min

TramNavy Line · 51m · £4 · every ~16 min

Navy Line · 54m · £4 · every ~8 min