The cheapest and fastest coaches from Padua to Bologna
Cheapest price
£7
Average price
£9
Fastest journey
1 h 10 m
Average duration
1 h 22 m
Buses per day
15
Distance
111 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Padua to Bologna is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Padua to Bologna will cost around £9 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £7.
Of the 15 buses that leave Padua for Bologna every day 15 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 111 km distance in an average of 1 h 22 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 10 m .
The slowest buses will take 1 h 30 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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Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Padua to Bologna
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Padua to Bologna among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 20m. 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 coach costs an average of £4, and a train costs an average of £9.
Distance: 111 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£7 Average Price Cheapest | £11 Average Price |
2h 13m Average total duration 1h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 50m Average total duration Fastest 1h 20m 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
Padua to Bologna bus times
The table below shows live departures for Padua to Bologna coaches for today, Wednesday 25 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 20:10 Padua, Via Fra Paolo Sarpi (Parcheggio Ex Pesa Pubblica) | 2h05 | 22:15 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
069 | 20:20 Padova, Autostazione | 2h00 | 22:20 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 20:50 Padua, Via Fra Paolo Sarpi (Parcheggio Ex Pesa Pubblica) | 1h55 | 22:45 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
2791 | 22:40 Padua, Via Fra Paolo Sarpi (Parcheggio Ex Pesa Pubblica) | 2h05 | 00:45 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thursday 26 February | |||||
FlixBus | 06:15 Padua, Via Fra Paolo Sarpi (Parcheggio Ex Pesa Pubblica) | 1h40 | 07:55 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
2723 | 08:45 Padua, Via Fra Paolo Sarpi (Parcheggio Ex Pesa Pubblica) | 1h30 | 10:15 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
2797 | 12:25 Padua, Via Fra Paolo Sarpi (Parcheggio Ex Pesa Pubblica) | 1h30 | 13:55 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 12:40 Padua, Via Fra Paolo Sarpi (Parcheggio Ex Pesa Pubblica) | 1h40 | 14:20 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 14:00 Padua, Via Fra Paolo Sarpi (Parcheggio Ex Pesa Pubblica) | 1h40 | 15:40 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Padua to Bologna
Buses from Padua to Bologna run on average 29 times per day, taking around 1h 44m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £4 if you book in advance.
There are 28 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 111 km distance in 1h 30m.
Distance 111 km |
Average bus duration 1h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price £4 |
Buses per day 29 |
Direct buses 28 |
Fastest bus 1h 30m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: Itabus, FlixBus, Marino Autolinee, Busitalia, BlaBlaCar, GoOpti, Infobus from Padua to BolognaYou can travel by bus between Padua to Bologna with Itabus, FlixBus, Marino Autolinee, Busitalia, BlaBlaCar, GoOpti, Infobus for as low as £4. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Padua to Bologna coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Padua 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.

- Marino Autolinee
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible restrooms.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Itabus
- Assistance
- Dedicated seating areas
- Accessible restrooms.
- 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.
- 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.
- Marino Autolinee
- 10€ per additional bag up to 20 kg.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Itabus
- 5€ per additional bag.
- 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.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Padua 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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