4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Palermo to Bologna
Cheapest price
£87
Average price
£89
Fastest journey
18 h 55 m
Average duration
19 h 40 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
729 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Palermo to Bologna is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Palermo to Bologna will cost around £89 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £87.
Of the 2 buses that leave Palermo for Bologna every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 729 km distance in an average of 19 h 40 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 18 h 55 m .
The slowest buses will take 20 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.
FlixBus15:2518h55Palermo, Via Tommaso Fazello (Terminal Bus)10:20Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)£871One-way0 changes- FlixBus · FlixBus21:1020h25Palermo, Via Tommaso Fazello (Terminal Bus)17:35Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)£901One-way1 change
- FlixBus15:2518h55Palermo, Via Tommaso Fazello (Terminal Bus)10:20Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)£871One-way0 changes
- FlixBus · FlixBus21:1020h25Palermo, Via Tommaso Fazello (Terminal Bus)17:35Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)£901One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Palermo to Bologna
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Palermo to Bologna among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £36. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 43m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.7kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £36, and a flight costs an average of £16.
Distance: 729 km
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Most popular Coach | Flight | Train |
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£72 Average Price Cheapest | £140 Average Price | £105 Average Price |
17h 2m Average total duration 16h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 43m Average total duration Fastest 1h 43m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 14h 57m Average total duration 14h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.7 - 1.8kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Palermo to Bologna bus times
The table below shows live departures for Palermo to Bologna coaches for today, Thursday 16 April. 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 | 19:10 Palermo, Via Tommaso Fazello (Terminal Bus) | 20h25 | 15:35 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1 change | |
| Friday 17 April | |||||
| FlixBus | 13:25 Palermo, Via Tommaso Fazello (Terminal Bus) | 18h55 | 8:20 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Why book with Omio vs FlixBus?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for FlixBus, but also compare tickets for the likes of Itabus or Autoservizi Salemi to find the best option for your trip from Palermo to Bologna.
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- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare FlixBus with all available travel options, which are bus, train and flight to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Palermo to Bologna.
Why book with Omio over Wanderu, Trainline or Checkmybus?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Itabus or Autoservizi Salemi to find the best option for your trip from Palermo to Bologna.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus, train and flight to find the ideal travel option from Palermo to Bologna.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Palermo to Bologna
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Buses from Palermo to Bologna run on average 3 times per day, taking around 16h 32m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £36 but you can travel from only £16 by flight.
There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:01, the last at 23:29. The fastest coach covers the 729 km distance in 18h 55m.
Distance 729 km |
Average bus duration 16h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price £36 |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 18h 55m |
First bus 0:01 |
Last bus 23:29 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 63 days |
Bus providers: FlixBus, Itabus, Autoservizi Salemi, BlaBlaCar from Palermo to BolognaYou can travel by bus between Palermo to Bologna with FlixBus, Itabus, Autoservizi Salemi, BlaBlaCar for as low as £16. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Palermo to Bologna coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Palermo 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.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Itabus
- Assistance
- Dedicated seating areas
- Accessible restrooms.
- Autoservizi Salemi
- The cancellation policy can vary by ticket class, individual trips, or promotions, so it's best to check the terms during booking.
- 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.
- Autoservizi Salemi
- Two pieces of luggage: one large suitcase for the hold and one smaller backpack for on-board.
- 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.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Itabus
- 5€ per additional bag.
- 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 Palermo and Bologna
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
- 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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