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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Zurich to Bologna
Cheapest price
£20
Average price
£38
Fastest journey
6 h 20 m
Average duration
11 h 11 m
Buses per day
6
Distance
385 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Zurich to Bologna is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zurich to Bologna will cost around £38 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £20.
Of the 6 buses that leave Zurich for Bologna every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 385 km distance in an average of 11 h 11 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 20 m .
The slowest buses will take 15 h 40 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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Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Zurich to Bologna
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Zurich 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 57m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £36, and a flight costs an average of £83.
Distance: 385 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£65 Average Price Cheapest | £100 Average Price | £239 Average Price |
9h 22m Average total duration 8h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 19m Average total duration 2h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 57m Average total duration Fastest 1h 57m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.4 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.2 - 2.3kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
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Live departures
Zurich to Bologna bus times
The table below shows live departures for Zurich to Bologna coaches for today, Sunday 23 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 256 · 049 | 13:40 Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai) | 8h40 | 22:20 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 14:50 Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof) | 11h55 | 02:45 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1 change | |
| 2495 | 16:20 Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai) | 9h25 | 01:45 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
 (Milan -> Prague) · RJ 1037 (Prague -> Vienna) · (Prague -> Rome) | 19:50 Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai) | 36h25 | 08:15 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 2 changes | |
| 2499 | 23:35 Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai) | 9h00 | 08:35 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 06:30 Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof) | 15h30 | 22:00 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Zurich to Bologna
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Buses from Zurich to Bologna run on average 2 times per day, taking around 8h 52m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £36 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 00:02, the last at 23:30. The fastest coach covers the 385 km distance in 8h 40m.
Distance 385 km |
Average bus duration 8h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price £36 |
Buses per day 2 |
Fastest bus 8h 40m |
First bus 00:02 |
Last bus 23:30 |
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar, Marino Autolinee, FlixBus from Zurich to BolognaYou can travel by bus between Zurich to Bologna with BlaBlaCar, Marino Autolinee, FlixBus for as low as £36. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Zurich to Bologna coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zurich 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 Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai), which is located around 1.4 miles (2.2 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 Zurich and Bologna
Wifi
Parking
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Office
- 05:30-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside the terminal.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 31, 33, 46 Train: S2, S5, S6, S7, S8, S14, S16 Tram: 4, 13, 17
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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