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Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Bucharest to Bologna among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £113 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 6h 24m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the coach is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 1.2 - 2.9kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £113, while a flight costs an average of £443.
Distance: 1170 km
Most popular Flight | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£443 Average Price | £113 Average Price Cheapest | £288 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 24m Average total duration Fastest 4h 24m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 29h 44m Average total duration 29h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 16h 13m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
3.5 - 7.0kg CO2 emissions | 1.2 - 2.9kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
 Most popular airline |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Bucharest to Bologna:
A coach is £331 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bucharest to Bologna costing on average £443.
Other travel options to Bologna take longer:
Coach takes on average 29h 44m.
You'll arrive about 11h 49m sooner (4h 24m by flight vs 16h 13m by car). Tickets start at around £443 compared to roughly £288 in fuel and tolls — a bit more, but you get time back and avoid a long drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group, want flexibility on timing, or plan to stop en route.
How to get to Bologna from Bucharest by train, bus, flight or ferry.
The best way to travel from Bucharest to Bologna is by taking a coach because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
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The most popular day trips by train from Bologna are Florence, Modena, Parma, Ferrara and Ravenna. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Bologna on Omio.
Florence is known for Renaissance art and architecture, with the Duomo and Ponte Vecchio shaping its skyline. Despite its fame, it feels compact and lived-in, with busy piazzas, artisan workshops and a strong Tuscan food culture.
Modena is known for its Romanesque cathedral, traditional balsamic vinegar and its links to Ferrari and Luciano Pavarotti. Its arcaded centre and well-rooted food culture give the city a polished but relaxed feel.
Parma is known for elegant squares, Romanesque landmarks and a food culture centred on Parmigiano Reggiano and Prosciutto di Parma. Its compact historic centre and calm, refined atmosphere make it easy to explore.
Ferrara is a Renaissance city in Emilia-Romagna, known for the moated Castello Estense and its Este past. Its UNESCO-listed centre is calm and elegant, with arcaded streets, palaces and a strong cycling culture.
Ravenna is best known for its remarkable Byzantine mosaics and UNESCO-listed early Christian monuments. Its compact historic centre, literary links to Dante and calm Adriatic character give it a thoughtful, unhurried feel.
Travel to Bologna 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 Bucharest to Bologna.
This is compared to other travel options from Bucharest to Bologna:
A coach is £331 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bucharest to Bologna costing on average £443.
Other travel options to Bologna take longer:
Coach takes on average 29h 44m.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Bucharest and Bologna as scheduled services by coach and flight can vary by season or day of the week.
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