The cheapest and fastest coaches from Rome to Bologna Airport
Cheapest price
£6
Average price
£9
Fastest journey
5 h 15 m
Average duration
5 h 17 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
309 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Rome to Bologna Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rome to Bologna Airport will cost around £9 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £6.
Of the 5 buses that leave Rome for Bologna Airport every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 309 km distance in an average of 5 h 17 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 15 m .
The slowest buses will take 5 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.










Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Rome to Bologna Airport
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Rome to Bologna Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £5. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 33m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £5, and a flight costs an average of £62.
Distance: 309 km
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| Coach | Most popular Flight | Train |
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£10 Average Price Cheapest | £134 Average Price | £35 Average Price |
5h 37m Average total duration 5h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 33m Average total duration Fastest 1h 33m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 2h 45m Average total duration 2h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Rome to Bologna Airport bus times
The table below shows live departures for Rome to Bologna Airport coaches for today, Friday 20 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 16:00 Rome | 5h05 | 21:05 Bologna Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 17:00 Rome | 4h40 | 21:40 Bologna Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday 21 March | |||||
![]() | 07:30 Rome | 5h15 | 12:45 Bologna Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 09:10 Rome | 5h20 | 14:30 Bologna Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:10 Rome | 5h55 | 16:05 Bologna Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Rome to Bologna Airport by coach, train or flight
Compare coach, train and flight prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
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Why should you book Rome to Bologna Airport coaches with Omio?
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, BlaBlaCar Bus or Marino Autolinee to find the best option for your trip from Rome to Bologna Airport.
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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, BlaBlaCar Bus or Marino Autolinee to find the best option for your trip from Rome to Bologna Airport.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus, train and flight to find the ideal travel option from Rome to Bologna Airport.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Rome to Bologna Airport
Buses from Rome to Bologna Airport run on average 38 times per day, taking around 5h 7m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £5 if you book in advance.
There are 37 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 04:40, the last at 22:59. The fastest coach covers the 309 km distance in 4h 36m.
Distance 309 km |
Average bus duration 5h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Buses per day 38 |
Direct buses 37 |
Fastest bus 4h 36m |
First bus 04:40 |
Last bus 22:59 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, Itabus, BlaBlaCar, BlaBlaCar Bus, Marino Autolinee from Rome to Bologna AirportYou can travel by bus between Rome to Bologna Airport with FlixBus, Itabus, BlaBlaCar, BlaBlaCar Bus, Marino Autolinee for as low as £5. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Rome to Bologna Airport coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rome to Bologna Airport 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 Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating options.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Itabus
- Assistance
- Dedicated seating areas
- Accessible restrooms.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a refund in the form of a voucher.
- 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.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
- 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.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- 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 Rome and Bologna Airport
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Ristorante Italiano (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station)
- Caffè del Terminal (in the station).
- Available outside the arrivals terminal.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 520, 720 Train: Leonardo Express
Most popular bus connections from Rome
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