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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Milan to Bologna
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 30 Aug
Cheapest price on 30 Aug
£4
Average ticket price on 30 Aug
£8
Fastest journey on 30 Aug
2 h 15 m
Average journey duration on 30 Aug
2 h 21 m
Buses on 30 Aug
55
Distance
201 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Milan to Bologna is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Milan to Bologna will cost around £8 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £4.
Fast coaches
On Sun 30 Aug, we found 55 buses from Milan to Bologna, including 52 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 201 km distance in an average of 2 h 21 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 15 m .
The slowest buses will take 2 h 25 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.
FlixBus20:553h10Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano0:05Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)£41One-way0 changes- FlixBus6:153h20Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano9:35Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)£41One-way0 changes
- FlixBus6:502h45Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato)9:35Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)£41One-way0 changes
947636:252h55Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano9:20Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)£41One-way0 changes
349116:003h00Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano19:00Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)£41One-way0 changes
05521:052h15Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato)23:20Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)£91One-way0 changes- FlixBus19:102h20Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato)21:30Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)£61One-way0 changes
- FlixBus21:052h20Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato)23:25Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)£61One-way0 changes
- FlixBus17:052h25Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato)19:30Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)£91One-way0 changes
- FlixBus8:152h25Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato)10:40Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)£61One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Milan to Bologna
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Milan to Bologna among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £6 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 50m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £6, while a flight costs an average of £275.
Distance: 201 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
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£6 Average Price Cheapest | £17 Average Price | £275 Average Price |
3h 22m Average total duration 2h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 50m Average total duration Fastest 2h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 23m Average total duration 5h 23m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Milan to Bologna bus times
The table below shows live departures for Milan to Bologna coaches for today, Saturday 29 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 6:50 Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) | 2h45 | 9:35 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 7:25 Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 3h15 | 10:40 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 2409 | 8:00 Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) | 2h50 | 10:50 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 8:15 Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) | 2h25 | 10:40 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 8:20 Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 3h45 | 12:05 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 9:40 Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) | 2h30 | 12:10 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 9:45 Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 3h15 | 13:00 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 10:30 Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 2h55 | 13:25 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 2125 | 10:40 Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 3h15 | 13:55 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 11:25 Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 2h55 | 14:20 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:00 Milano, Milan Linate Airport | 7h10 | 19:10 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1 change | |
| FlixBus | 12:25 Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 3h05 | 15:30 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 12:30 Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 3h40 | 16:10 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 12:40 Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 3h35 | 16:15 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 3803 | 12:50 Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 3h35 | 16:25 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 13:25 Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) | 2h45 | 16:10 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 3803 | 13:35 Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) | 2h50 | 16:25 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 14:45 Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) | 2h30 | 17:15 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 15:05 Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 3h10 | 18:15 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 15:15 Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 3h15 | 18:30 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 15:35 Milano, Milan Linate Airport | 7h25 | 23:00 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1 change | |
| 3491 | 16:00 Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 3h00 | 19:00 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 16:20 Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 3h10 | 19:30 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 17:00 Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 2h55 | 19:55 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 17:05 Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) | 2h25 | 19:30 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 17:45 Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 3h20 | 21:05 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 18:25 Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 3h05 | 21:30 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 18:30 Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) | 2h35 | 21:05 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 102 | 18:50 Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 3h10 | 22:00 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 19:10 Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) | 2h20 | 21:30 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 2213 | 19:20 Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 3h40 | 23:00 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 102 | 19:35 Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) | 2h25 | 22:00 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 2213 | 20:05 Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) | 2h55 | 23:00 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 20:25 Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 3h00 | 23:25 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 049 | 20:25 Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 2h55 | 23:20 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 20:55 Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 3h10 | 0:05 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 2413 | 21:00 Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) | 2h45 | 23:45 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 21:00 Milano, Milan Linate Airport | 7h10 | 4:10 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1 change | |
| FlixBus | 21:05 Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) | 2h20 | 23:25 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 2205 | 21:05 Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 3h15 | 0:20 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 049 | 21:05 Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) | 2h15 | 23:20 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 2421 | 21:35 Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) | 3h05 | 0:40 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 22:00 Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 2h50 | 0:50 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 22:30 Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 3h20 | 1:50 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 3897 | 22:30 Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 3h35 | 2:05 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 2495 | 22:45 Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 4h00 | 2:45 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 23:10 Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) | 2h40 | 1:50 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 2495 | 23:30 Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) | 3h15 | 2:45 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 3887 | 23:50 Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 3h10 | 3:00 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Sunday 30 August | |||||
| 3887 | 0:30 Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) | 2h30 | 3:00 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 2:25 Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 2h40 | 5:05 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 5:15 Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 3h10 | 8:25 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 5:35 Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 3h05 | 8:40 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 6:15 Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 3h20 | 9:35 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 94763 | 6:25 Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 2h55 | 9:20 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Milan to Bologna
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Buses from Milan to Bologna run on average 48 times per day, taking around 2h 52m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £3 if you book in advance.
There are 46 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:10, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 201 km distance in 2h 15m.
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
Distance 201 km |
Average bus duration 2h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price £3 |
Buses per day 48 |
Direct buses 46 |
Fastest bus 2h 15m |
First bus 0:10 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 21 days |
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.
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Bus providers: FlixBus, Itabus, Marino Autolinee, BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar, Autolinee Federico from Milan to BolognaYou can travel by bus between Milan to Bologna with FlixBus, Itabus, Marino Autolinee, BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar, Autolinee Federico for as low as £3. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
FlixBus
About
FlixBus is one of Europe’s leading low-cost bus companies, founded in Germany and now offering long-distance services across Europe and the United States. In addition to its extensive daytime network, FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select European routes. Standard amenities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge devices, extra legroom, luggage space, and onboard toilets, with snacks and drinks available for purchase. FlixBus offers a single Standard ticket type for all routes, which includes one carry-on bag and one checked bag per passenger. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and for reserving specific seats, such as Extra Seats, Table Seats, or Panorama Seats. This combination of affordability, comfort, and wide coverage makes FlixBus a popular choice for budget-conscious travelers.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average FlixBus Duration
2h 25m
Cheapest FlixBus Price
£4
FlixBus frequency
29 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed for a fee; must be booked.
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed; guide dogs travel for free.
Itabus
About
Itabus is a leading bus company in Italy, providing reliable and comfortable transportation services to its customers. Itabus operates a fleet of modern buses, ranging from luxury coaches to standard buses, all equipped with air conditioning, comfortable seating, and onboard entertainment.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Itabus Duration
2h 35m
Cheapest Itabus Price
£4
Itabus frequency
17 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
Additional luggage
5€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Dedicated seating areas; Accessible restrooms.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed.
Pets
Small pets allowed in carriers; larger pets must be leashed and muzzled.
Marino Autolinee
About
MarinoBus is an Italian bus company with more than 200 destinations and 6,000 connections across Italy and Europe. Originally focused on Basilicata and Apulia, its network has expanded to cover the rest of Italy as well as Switzerland, France, Germany, and Luxembourg. All MarinoBus coaches are equipped with spacious reclining seats, air conditioning, onboard restrooms, WiFi, minibars, and color TVs. For your next trip, you can book the standard ticket, which includes one piece of hand luggage and up to two checked bags per passenger
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Marino Autolinee Duration
2h 15m
Cheapest Marino Autolinee Price
£7
Marino Autolinee frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 10kg (55x40x20 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag up to 20 kg.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund. Cancellations within 24 hours incur a 50% fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible restrooms.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed.
Pets
Small pets allowed in carriers; larger pets must be leashed and muzzled.
BlaBlaCar Bus
About
BlaBlaCar Bus (formerly known as Ouibus or iDBUS) is a long-distance coach company operating in 10 European countries and connecting over 300 destinations. A subsidiary of the French carpooling company BlaBlaCar, it offers comfortable travel with standard amenities such as air conditioning, toilets, USB and power outlets for charging devices, extra legroom, and adjustable seats. Free Wi-Fi is available on select routes. BlaBlaCar Bus offers only a Standard ticket type, which allows passengers to bring one carry-on bag and up to two checked bags per person.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average BlaBlaCar Bus Duration
2h 55m
Cheapest BlaBlaCar Bus Price
£3
BlaBlaCar Bus frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 7kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a refund in the form of a voucher.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Accessible seating options.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed; additional fees may apply.
BlaBlaCar
About
BlaBlaCar is a French online marketplace for carpooling, connecting drivers with empty seats and passengers traveling to the same destination to share costs. Founded in 2006, it operates in Europe and Latin America, boasting 26 million active members. The platform also includes BlaBlaCar Bus, an intercity bus service. BlaBlaCar's name comes from its rating system for drivers' chattiness: \Bla\" for quiet, \"BlaBla\" for talkative, and \"BlaBlaBla\" for very chatty. The company aims to be the leading marketplace for shared travel, offering affordable and sustainable solutions by combining carpooling with bus journeys."
Luggage & cancellation policy
BlaBlaCar frequency
5 a day
Autolinee Federico
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Average Autolinee Federico Duration
3h 30m
Cheapest Autolinee Federico Price
£12
Autolinee Federico frequency
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Complete guide to Bologna
Things to do in Bologna
Discover the best of Bologna — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Bologna trip today.
- Recommended
MAMbo - Museo d'Arte Moderna di Bologna
Bologna’s modern and contemporary art museum presents rotating exhibitions and a compact permanent collection in a converted industrial space.
- Recommended
Museo del Patrimonio Industriale
An engaging museum on Bologna’s industrial and social history, with working models, scientific instruments, and practical displays for curious visitors.
- Must visit
Piazza Maggiore
Bologna’s grand central square is the city’s social and architectural heart, framed by major civic buildings and lively throughout the day.
- Must visit
Portico di San Luca
A long porticoed walk climbing towards San Luca, combining daily local life, historic architecture, and one of Bologna’s classic walking routes.
- Recommended
Via Pescherie Vecchie
This covered market street preserves medieval character under porticoes and is ideal for a short walk between historic shops and central landmarks.
Tagliatelle al ragù
Fresh egg pasta ribbons served with slow-cooked ragù. It is Bologna’s signature pasta dish and traditionally differs from spaghetti bolognese found abroad.
Tortellini in brodo
Small ring-shaped stuffed pasta served in rich capon or beef broth. A festive classic closely tied to Bolognese family cooking and winter meals.
Lasagne verdi alla bolognese
Green pasta sheets layered with ragù, béchamel and Parmigiano Reggiano. This baked dish is a traditional Sunday and holiday favourite in Bologna.
Trattoria da Me
Historic osteria known for classic Bolognese pasta and traditional meat dishes in a warm, old-world dining room near the city centre.
Ristorante I Carracci
Refined restaurant serving contemporary Italian cuisine in elegant rooms inside Palazzo Fava, suited to a special-occasion meal.
Trattoria Anna Maria
Long-standing trattoria popular for tortellini, tagliatelle al ragù and other local staples in a simple, bustling setting.
Euro (€)
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.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- €8-12 for fast food or street food.
- Mid-range
- €20-35 per person for a meal.
- Fine dining
- €60+ per person for upscale restaurants.
- Coffee
- €1.50-3 for coffee or cappuccino.
Tipping culture
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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Prices
- Single ticket
- €2.30
- Day pass
- €9.00
To the city centre
Bologna Stazione Centrale -> Piazza Maggiore, Bologna
- Distance
- 1.6 km
- Travel time
- 20 min
- Contactless card payment works on TPER buses in Bologna at the same price as a standard ticket bought before boarding.
- Validate your ticket at the start of the journey and again when changing buses. Keep it intact until the end of travel.
FAQs: Milan to Bologna coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Milan 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 Milan to Bologna can start from as little as £3 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Milan to Bologna is £6; 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 Milan to Bologna is 2h 15m to travel the 201 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 Milan to Bologna leaves at 0:10. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Milan to Bologna leaves at 23:55.
Yes, there are 46 direct coaches a day from Milan to Bologna with FlixBus, Itabus, Marino Autolinee, BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar, Autolinee Federico. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Milan to Bologna, you can count on FlixBus, Itabus, Marino Autolinee, BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar, Autolinee Federico for the best way to get you to Bologna. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Milan and Bologna and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
When departing from Milan , you have various coach station options to start your route from including Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano, Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato), Milano, Milan Linate Airport, Assago, Viale Milanofiori (Assago M2), Nova Milanese, Via Daniele Manin / Via Val D'Ossola, Cornaredo, Rho-Casello A4, Sesto San Giovanni, Piazza Primo Maggio (Stazione ferroviaria), Milan, Lampugnano (M1), Milano, Milano, Piazza Luigi di Savoia, Milan, San Donato Autostazione, Saronno, Piazza Cadorna (Stazione FNM), Monza, Via P. Borsellino e G. Falcone, Milano, Corso Buenos Aires (Loreto M1/M2), Milano, Via Luigi Russolo (Rogoredo), San Donato Milanese, Milano, Molino Dorino, Lainate, Via Pietro Mascagni, Milan, Stazione Garibaldi, Turate, Motel "Dei Laghi", Milano, Piazza Emilio Alfieri (Bovisa FN), Milano, Via Predil (Stazione Lambrate), Milano, Cadorna FN M1/M2, Cormano, A4 (Cusano Milanino East), Milano, Domodossola FN, Milano, Piazza Sei Febbraio (Gruppo api), Milano, Zara M3/M5 (Farmacia Caddeo), Milano, Porta Romana M3, Milano, Via Bocconi / Via Sarfatti (Università Bocconi) . When arriving in Bologna , you can end your route in coach stations like Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre), Modena, Terminal via Gottardi, Bologna, Aeroporto di Bologna, Bologna, Piaza XX Settembre, Bologna, Piazza Franklin Delano Roosevelt, Bolonʹya, Rizzoli(Болонья, Rizzoli), Casalecchio di Reno, Stazione Casalecchio Garibaldi, Bologna, Porta San Donato, Bologna, Farini / Via del Cane, Casalecchio di Reno, Casalecchio Parco Rodari.Passengers board the coach most frequently from Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano, which is located around 5 km 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 Milan is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2h 15m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Milan to Bologna is September.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Milan and Bologna including taking a train, coach and flight.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Milan to Bologna:
- Marino Autolinee
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible restrooms.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Itabus
- Assistance
- Dedicated seating areas
- Accessible restrooms.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Milan to Bologna for coach company FlixBus, Itabus, Marino Autolinee, BlaBlaCar Bus.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Milan to Bologna depends on the coach companies:
- Marino Autolinee
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund. Cancellations within 24 hours incur a 50% fee.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Itabus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company FlixBus, Itabus, Marino Autolinee.
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.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Milan to Bologna.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Milan to Bologna:
- Marino Autolinee
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg (55x40x20 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Itabus
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Milan to Bologna:
- Marino Autolinee
- 10€ per additional bag up to 20 kg.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Itabus
- 5€ per additional bag.
Yes, you can bring your pet on the coach from Milan to Bologna. The following conditions apply:
- Marino Autolinee
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must be leashed and muzzled.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
- Itabus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must be leashed and muzzled.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Milan to Bologna with the following coach company: FlixBus, Itabus, Marino Autolinee, BlaBlaCar Bus
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Milan to Bologna with the following coach company: FlixBus, Itabus, Marino Autolinee, BlaBlaCar Bus.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Milan to Bologna with the following coach company: FlixBus, Itabus, Marino Autolinee, BlaBlaCar Bus.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Milan and Bologna
Most Milan to Bologna buses use the Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano to Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) station pair, with some services arriving at Bologna, Aeroporto di Bologna. Use this guide to compare Milan and Bologna bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Departure bus stations in Milan
Arrival bus stations in Bologna
Which Milan station do buses to Bologna leave from?
Buses from Milan to Bologna leave from Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano. The station is 6 km from Milan city centre at Via Giulio Natta, 226, 20151 Milano MI, Italy.
Milano, Autostazione LampugnanoVia Giulio Natta, 226, 20151 Milano MI, Italy
City-centre transport
Getting to Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano from Milan city centre
Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano is 5 km from Milan city centre. Public transport options include:
BusNm1 · 19m · £2 · every ~2 min
Subway1 · 13m · £2 · every ~18 min
Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano bus station facilities and services
Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafeteria Lampugnano (in the station), Trattoria Milano (0.5 km), Pizza Express (0.7 km).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano: Elevators, ramps.
Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato)Viale Giuseppe Impastato, Milano, Italy
City-centre transport
Getting to Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) from Milan city centre
Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) is 6 km from Milan city centre. Public transport options include:
Bus121, 132 · 18m · £2 · every ~14 min
132 · 20m · £2 · every ~5 min
Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) bus station facilities and services
Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafeteria Italiana (in the station), Fast Food Express (in the station), Trattoria Milano (0.5 km).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance for cash withdrawals.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato): Elevators, ramps.
Milano, Aeroporto di Milano Linate
City-centre transport
Getting to Milano, Aeroporto di Milano Linate from Milan city centre
Bus973 · 15m · £2 · every ~5 min
Autostradale 144 · 25m · £0.90 · every ~3 min
flibco · 25m · £2 · every ~2 min
Subway4 · 12m · £2 · every ~30 min
Which Bologna station do buses from Milan arrive at?
Buses from Milan to Bologna most often arrive at Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre). Some services arrive at Modena, Terminal via Gottardi, so check your ticket before travel to confirm your Bologna arrival station.
Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)Piazza XX Settembre, 6, 40121 Bologna BO, Italy
City-centre transport
Getting to Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) from Bologna city centre
Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) is 1 km from Bologna city centre. Public transport options include:
BusA, 97, 98 · 8m · £0.90 · every ~15 min
A · 10m · £0.90 · every ~6 min
Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) bus station facilities and services
Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafeteria Autostazione (in the station), Trattoria del Rosso (0.5 km), Osteria Broccaindosso (0.7 km).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre): Elevators, ramps.
Bologna, Aeroporto di BolognaVia del Triumvirato 84, 40132 Bologna BO, Italy
City-centre transport
Getting to Bologna, Aeroporto di Bologna from Bologna city centre
Bologna, Aeroporto di Bologna is 5 km from Bologna city centre. Public transport options include:
TrainIc · 49m · £8
Bus356 · 1h 5m · £4 · every ~2 min
356 · 1h 10m · £4 · every ~2 min
Bologna, Aeroporto di Bologna bus station facilities and services
Bologna, Aeroporto di Bologna 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 and in the arrivals area.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bologna, Aeroporto di Bologna.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bologna, Aeroporto di Bologna: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bologna, Aeroporto di Bologna: Elevators, ramps.
Bologna, Piaza XX SettembreBologna Central Bus Station, 40126 Bologna BO, Italy
City-centre transport
Getting to Bologna, Piaza XX Settembre from Bologna city centre
Bologna, Piaza XX Settembre is 1 km from Bologna city centre. Public transport options include:
BusA, 97, 98 · 5m · £0.90 · every ~15 min
C, D, 15, T2 · 9m · £0.90 · every ~12 min
Bologna, Piaza XX Settembre bus station facilities and services
Bologna, Piaza XX Settembre has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Bologna, Piaza XX Settembre. ATMs are available at Bologna, Piaza XX Settembre.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bologna, Piaza XX Settembre.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bologna, Piaza XX Settembre: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bologna, Piaza XX Settembre: Ramp access available.
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