The cheapest and fastest coaches from Trento to Bologna
Cheapest price
£12
Average price
£21
Fastest journey
2 h 50 m
Average duration
3 h 5 m
Buses per day
9
Distance
176 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Trento to Bologna is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Trento to Bologna will cost around £21 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £12.
Of the 9 buses that leave Trento for Bologna every day 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 176 km distance in an average of 3 h 5 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 50 m .
The slowest buses will take 3 h 35 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.
FlixBus12:053h35Trento, Lungadige San Nicolò15:40Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)£121One-way0 changes
FlixBus13:303h00Trento, Lungadige San Nicolò16:30Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)£131One-way0 changes
FlixBus20:003h00Trento, Lungadige San Nicolò23:00Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)£131One-way0 changes
Autobus TT TT05 · Autobus VE407 · Regionale Veloce 39738:195h26Povo-Mesiano13:45Bologna Centrale£181One-way2 changes
07319:453h35Trento, Lungadige San Nicolò23:20Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)£191One-way0 changes
FlixBus4:402h50Trento, Lungadige San Nicolò7:30Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)£361One-way0 changes
FlixBus13:303h00Trento, Lungadige San Nicolò16:30Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)£131One-way0 changes
FlixBus3:453h00Trento, Lungadige San Nicolò6:45Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)£361One-way0 changes
FlixBus20:003h00Trento, Lungadige San Nicolò23:00Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)£131One-way0 changes
07319:453h35Trento, Lungadige San Nicolò23:20Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)£191One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Trento to Bologna
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Trento to Bologna among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 29m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £10, and a train costs an average of £11.
Distance: 176 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£13 Average Price Cheapest | £16 Average Price |
3h 34m Average total duration 3h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 59m Average total duration Fastest 2h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg 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
Trento to Bologna bus times
The table below shows live departures for Trento to Bologna coaches for tomorrow, Thursday 4 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 3:45 Trento, Lungadige San Nicolò | 3h00 | 6:45 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 4:40 Trento, Lungadige San Nicolò | 2h50 | 7:30 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
Autobus TT TT05 · Autobus VE407 · Regionale Veloce 3973 | 8:09 Trento Santa Chiara | 5h36 | 13:45 Bologna Centrale | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:15 Trento, Lungadige San Nicolò | 4h00 | 12:15 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1 change | |
Autobus TT TT05 · Autobus VE407 · Regionale Veloce 3973 | 8:19 Povo-Mesiano | 5h26 | 13:45 Bologna Centrale | 2 changes | |
FlixBus | 12:05 Trento, Lungadige San Nicolò | 3h35 | 15:40 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 13:30 Trento, Lungadige San Nicolò | 3h00 | 16:30 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
073 | 19:45 Trento, Lungadige San Nicolò | 3h35 | 23:20 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 20:00 Trento, Lungadige San Nicolò | 3h00 | 23:00 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Why should you book Trento to Bologna 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 Marino Autolinee to find the best option for your trip from Trento to Bologna.
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare FlixBus with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Trento 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 Marino Autolinee to find the best option for your trip from Trento to Bologna.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Trento to Bologna.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Trento to Bologna
Buses from Trento to Bologna run on average 25 times per day, taking around 3h 4m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £10 if you book in advance.
There are 8 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 02:45, the last at 23:54. The fastest coach covers the 176 km distance in 2h 50m.
Distance 176 km |
Average bus duration 3h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price £10 |
Buses per day 25 |
Direct buses 8 |
Fastest bus 2h 50m |
First bus 2:45 |
Last bus 23:54 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 42 days |
Bus providers: FlixBus, Marino Autolinee, BlaBlaCar from Trento to BolognaYou can travel by bus between Trento to Bologna with FlixBus, Marino Autolinee, BlaBlaCar for as low as £10. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Trento to Bologna coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Trento 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.
- 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.
- 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).
- Marino Autolinee
- 10€ per additional bag up to 20 kg.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- 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.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Trento 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
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