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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Parma to Bologna
Cheapest price
£4
Average price
£8
Fastest journey
30 m
Average duration
54 m
Buses per day
12
Distance
87 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Parma to Bologna is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Parma to Bologna will cost around £8 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £4.
Of the 12 buses that leave Parma for Bologna every day 12 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 87 km distance in an average of 54 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 30 m .
The slowest buses will take 1 h 20 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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Compare train and coach for Parma to Bologna
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Parma to Bologna among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 0m. 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 train costs an average of £7, and a coach costs an average of £5.
Distance: 87 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£8 Average Price | £8 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 6m Average total duration 1h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 30m Average total duration Fastest 1h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
 Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Parma to Bologna bus times
The table below shows live departures for Parma to Bologna coaches for today, Tuesday 13 January. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2125 | 12:10 Parma, Terminal Bus | 1h20 | 13:30 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 2401 | 13:55 Parma, Terminal Bus | 1h20 | 15:15 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 15:35 Parma, Terminal Bus | 1h20 | 16:55 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 2203 | 20:40 Parma, Terminal Bus | 1h20 | 22:00 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
 063 | 20:55 Parma, Terminal Bus | 1h25 | 22:20 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 2421 | 22:05 Parma, Terminal Bus | 1h35 | 23:40 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wednesday 14 January | |||||
| 2495 | 00:00 Parma, Terminal Bus | 1h45 | 01:45 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 09:40 Parma, Terminal Bus | 1h25 | 11:05 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 3801 | 10:15 Parma, Terminal Bus | 1h40 | 11:55 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 10:50 Parma, Terminal Bus | 1h20 | 12:10 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Overview: Bus from Parma to Bologna
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Buses from Parma to Bologna run on average 13 times per day, taking around 1h 36m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £5 if you book in advance.
There are 12 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:52. The fastest coach covers the 87 km distance in 1h 15m.
Distance 87 km |
Average bus duration 1h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Buses per day 13 |
Direct buses 12 |
Fastest bus 1h 15m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 23:52 |
Bus providers: Itabus, Marino Autolinee, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, Infobus, Lirosi Linee from Parma to BolognaYou can travel by bus between Parma to Bologna with Itabus, Marino Autolinee, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, Infobus, Lirosi Linee for as low as £5. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Parma to Bologna coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Parma 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.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Parma, Terminal Bus, which is located around 1.6 miles (2.6 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre), located 1.4 miles (2.2 km) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Parma 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
WifiParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 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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