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Pinacoteca Nazionale di Bologna
A major art museum with Italian paintings from the Middle Ages to the modern era, plus temporary exhibitions in the city centre.
Cheapest price
£86
Average price
£135
Fastest journey
17 h 5 m
Average duration
18 h 14 m
Buses per day
8
Distance
796 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Toulouse to Bologna is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Toulouse to Bologna will cost around £135 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £86.
To travel from Toulouse to Bologna you need to make at least one change.
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FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBusOmio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Toulouse to Bologna among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £37. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 54m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £37, and a flight costs an average of £86.
Distance: 796 km
Most popular Coach | Flight | Train |
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£62 Average Price Cheapest | £195 Average Price | £169 Average Price |
17h 25m Average total duration 16h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 54m Average total duration Fastest 2h 54m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 23h 42m Average total duration 23h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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The table below shows live departures for Toulouse to Bologna coaches for today, Friday 7 August. 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 | 23:45 Toulouse, Gare routière Pierre Semard (Matabiau) | 17h05 | 16:50 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1 change | |
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FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:25 Toulouse, Gare routière Pierre Semard (Matabiau) | 18h45 | 3:10 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:35 Toulouse, Gare routière Pierre Semard (Matabiau) | 18h35 | 4:10 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1 change | |
3140 · 4787 | 11:50 Toulouse, Gare routière Pierre Semard (Matabiau) | 27h05 | 14:55 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1 change | |
51082 · 94763 | 12:30 Toulouse, Gare routière Pierre Semard (Matabiau) | 20h50 | 9:20 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 13:00 Toulouse, Gare routière Pierre Semard (Matabiau) | 18h05 | 7:05 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 14:00 Toulouse, Gare routière Pierre Semard (Matabiau) | 18h40 | 8:40 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 17:10 Toulouse, Gare routière Pierre Semard (Matabiau) | 18h55 | 12:05 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1 change | |
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Buses from Toulouse to Bologna run on average 5 times per day, taking around 16h 55m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £37 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 01:00, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 796 km distance in 16h 50m.
Distance 796 km |
Average bus duration 16h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price £37 |
Buses per day 5 |
Fastest bus 16h 50m |
First bus 1:00 |
Last bus 23:55 |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Toulouse 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.

Most Toulouse to Bologna buses use the Toulouse, Gare Routière to Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) station pair. Use this guide to compare Toulouse and Bologna bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Toulouse, Gare Routière is 1 km from Toulouse city centre. Public transport options include:
Toulouse, Gare Routière has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria de la Gare (in the station), Fast Food Express (in the station), Boulangerie Toulouse (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Toulouse, Gare Routière.
Available at Toulouse, Gare Routière: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Toulouse, Gare Routière: Elevators, ramps.
Toulouse, Airport is 1 km from Toulouse city centre. Public transport options include:
Toulouse, Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Toulouse, Airport. ATMs are available at Toulouse, Airport.
Ticket office support is available at Toulouse, Airport.
Available at Toulouse, Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Toulouse, Airport: The station is wheelchair accessible.
Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) is 1 km from Bologna city centre. Public transport options include:
Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria Autostazione (in the station), Trattoria del Rosso (0.5 km), Osteria Broccaindosso (0.7 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre).
Available at Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre): Elevators, ramps.
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