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Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Catanzaro to Bologna among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £70 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 9h 22m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.7kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £70, while a train costs an average of £92.
Distance: 759 km
Most popular Coach | Train | Driving |
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£70 Average Price Cheapest | £92 Average Price | £184 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
14h 7m Average total duration 13h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 22m Average total duration Fastest 8h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 11m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.8 - 1.9kg CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
 Most popular bus company |  Most popular train 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.
Compare the available ways to get from Catanzaro to Bologna, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
This is compared to other travel options from Catanzaro to Bologna:
A coach is £23 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Catanzaro to Bologna costing on average £92.
Other travel options to Bologna take longer:
Coach takes on average 14h 7m.
Tickets start at around £70 compared to roughly £184 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £114. The journey takes 13h 37m versus 9h 11m 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.
How to get to Bologna from Catanzaro by train, bus, flight or ferry.
The best way to travel from Catanzaro 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.
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This is compared to other travel options from Catanzaro to Bologna:
A coach is £23 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Catanzaro to Bologna costing on average £92.
Other travel options to Bologna take longer:
Coach takes on average 14h 7m.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Catanzaro and Bologna as scheduled services by train and coach can vary by season or day of the week.
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