How to get to San Giovanni Rotondo from Bologna

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Compare coach, flight and train for Bologna to San Giovanni Rotondo

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Bologna to San Giovanni Rotondo among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £50 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 24m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £50, while a flight costs an average of £204.

Distance: 472 km

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Compare ways to travel from Bologna to San Giovanni Rotondo

Compare the available ways to get from Bologna to San Giovanni Rotondo, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from Bologna to San Giovanni Rotondo is a coach with an average price of £50.

This is compared to other travel options from Bologna to San Giovanni Rotondo:

A coach is £8 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bologna to San Giovanni Rotondo costing on average £57.

A coach is £154 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bologna to San Giovanni Rotondo costing on average £204.

The fastest way to travel from Bologna to San Giovanni Rotondo is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 24m.

Other travel options to San Giovanni Rotondo take longer:

Train takes on average 6h 21m.

Coach takes on average 9h 12m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Bologna and San Giovanni Rotondo including taking a coach, flight and train.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.

Tickets start at around £50 compared to roughly £117 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £67. The journey takes 8h 42m versus 5h 51m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.

Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.

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from Bologna to San Giovanni Rotondo

How to get to San Giovanni Rotondo from Bologna by train, bus, flight or ferry.

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The best way to travel from Bologna to San Giovanni Rotondo is by taking a coach because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

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FAQs: Bologna to San Giovanni Rotondo

Travel to San Giovanni Rotondo easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Bologna to San Giovanni Rotondo.

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There are 3 options to travel between Bologna and San Giovanni Rotondo including taking a coach, flight and train.
The cheapest way to travel from Bologna to San Giovanni Rotondo is a coach with an average price of £50.

This is compared to other travel options from Bologna to San Giovanni Rotondo:

A coach is £8 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bologna to San Giovanni Rotondo costing on average £57.

A coach is £154 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bologna to San Giovanni Rotondo costing on average £204.

The fastest way to travel from Bologna to San Giovanni Rotondo is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 24m.

Other travel options to San Giovanni Rotondo take longer:

Train takes on average 6h 21m.

Coach takes on average 9h 12m.

The Bologna to San Giovanni Rotondo distance is approximately 472 km.
The average frequency per day from Bologna to San Giovanni Rotondo is:
  • Around 8 flights per day.
  • Around 6 coaches per day.
  • Around 2 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Bologna and San Giovanni Rotondo as scheduled services by coach, flight and train can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Bologna to San Giovanni Rotondo:
  • Coaches mostly depart from Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) and arrive in San Giovanni Rotondo, Piazza Forgione.
  • Trains mostly depart from Bologna Centrale and arrive in Foggia station.
  • Flights mostly depart from Bologna Airport and arrive in Bari Palese Airport.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Bologna to San Giovanni Rotondo, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Italo, Frecciarossa, Intercity, Intercity Notte to go to San Giovanni Rotondo by train.
  • Travel with Marino Autolinee, FlixBus, Ferrovie del Gargano to go to San Giovanni Rotondo by coach.
  • Travel with ITA, Malta Air, BA Euroflyer, Luxair to go to San Giovanni Rotondo by flight.
Yes, there are direct services available from Bologna to San Giovanni Rotondo with the following travel companies:
  • 1 direct trains per day with Italo.
  • 2 direct flights per day with Malta Air.
Omio customers who travel from Bologna to San Giovanni Rotondo often also extend their vacation to go to Rome, Bari, Foggia, Naples, Rome Termini. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between San Giovanni Rotondo and these popular destinations at a great price.
To get from Bologna to San Giovanni Rotondo, you can choose from several travel options including coach, flight and train.
In San Giovanni Rotondo, visitors can explore the local markets for authentic Italian goods and souvenirs, enjoy a leisurely walk in the beautiful Parco Nazionale del Gargano, and try traditional Apulian cuisine at local cafés. Cultural experiences include attending a local festival or event and taking a guided tour to learn about the town's history. Key sights are the Sanctuary of Saint Pio of Pietrelcina, the historic Church of Santa Maria delle Grazie, the Via Crucis Monumentale, and the architecturally significant Padre Pio Pilgrimage Church. Additionally, the Museo delle Cere di Padre Pio offers insights into Padre Pio's life through wax displays.
Two to three days is typically sufficient to explore San Giovanni Rotondo, including its major attractions such as the Sanctuary of Saint Padre Pio and the Church of Santa Maria delle Grazie.

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