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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 18 Sept
£5
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£5
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
1 h 26 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
1 h 43 m
Buses on 18 Sept
3
Distance
38 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Maranello to Bologna is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Maranello to Bologna will cost around £5 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £5.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 3 buses from Maranello to Bologna, including 3 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 38 km distance in an average of 1 h 43 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 26 m .
The slowest buses will take 1 h 52 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.






Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Maranello to Bologna among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £6 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 32m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £6, while a train costs an average of £6.
Distance: 38 km
Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
£6 Average Price Cheapest | £7 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 32m Average total duration Fastest 1h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 48m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Maranello to Bologna:
A train is £0.04 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Maranello to Bologna costing on average £5.
Other travel options to Bologna take longer:
Train takes on average 1h 0m.
Tickets start at around £5 compared to roughly £7 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £1. The journey takes 53m versus 48m 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 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 Maranello to Bologna coaches for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:30 Formigine, Molinella | 1h00 | 8:30 Bologna, Farini / Via del Cane | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 7:30 Formigine, Molinella | 1h00 | 8:30 Bologna, Piazza Franklin Delano Roosevelt | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 7:30 Formigine, Molinella | 1h00 | 8:30 Bolonʹya, Rizzoli(Болонья, Rizzoli) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 8:00 Formigine, Molinella | 1h00 | 9:00 Bolonʹya, Rizzoli(Болонья, Rizzoli) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 8:00 Formigine, Molinella | 1h00 | 9:00 Bologna, Piazza Franklin Delano Roosevelt | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 8:00 Formigine, Molinella | 1h00 | 9:00 Bologna, Farini / Via del Cane | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 9:00 Formigine, Molinella | 1h00 | 10:00 Bologna, Piazza Franklin Delano Roosevelt | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 9:00 Formigine, Molinella | 1h00 | 10:00 Bolonʹya, Rizzoli(Болонья, Rizzoli) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 9:00 Formigine, Molinella | 1h00 | 10:00 Bologna, Farini / Via del Cane | 0 changesdirect | |
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Buses from Maranello to Bologna run on average 18 times per day, taking around 53m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £5 but you can travel from only £5 by train.
There are 4 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 03:55, the last at 22:41. The fastest coach covers the 38 km distance in 1h 10m.
Distance 38 km |
Average bus duration 53m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Buses per day 18 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 1h 10m |
First bus 3:55 |
Last bus 22:41 |
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A long porticoed walk climbing towards San Luca, combining daily local life, historic architecture, and one of Bologna’s classic walking routes.
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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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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Maranello 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 Maranello to Bologna buses use the Formigine, Molinella to Bolonʹya, Rizzoli(Болонья, Rizzoli) station pair, with some services arriving at Bologna, Piazza Franklin Delano Roosevelt. Use this guide to compare Maranello and Bologna bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Bolonʹya, Rizzoli(Болонья, Rizzoli) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Bolonʹya, Rizzoli(Болонья, Rizzoli). ATMs are available at Bolonʹya, Rizzoli(Болонья, Rizzoli).
Ticket office support is available at Bolonʹya, Rizzoli(Болонья, Rizzoli).
Available at Bolonʹya, Rizzoli(Болонья, Rizzoli): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bolonʹya, Rizzoli(Болонья, Rizzoli): The bus station is accessible for people with disabilities.
Bologna, Piazza Franklin Delano Roosevelt has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Bologna, Piazza Franklin Delano Roosevelt. ATMs are available at Bologna, Piazza Franklin Delano Roosevelt.
Ticket office support is available at Bologna, Piazza Franklin Delano Roosevelt.
Available at Bologna, Piazza Franklin Delano Roosevelt: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bologna, Piazza Franklin Delano Roosevelt: Ramp access available for buses.
Bologna, Farini / Via del Cane has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Bologna, Farini / Via del Cane. ATMs are available at Bologna, Farini / Via del Cane.
Ticket office support is available at Bologna, Farini / Via del Cane.
Available at Bologna, Farini / Via del Cane: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bologna, Farini / Via del Cane: Basic accessibility features such as ramps.
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