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Journey Information
There are 7 intercity buses per day from Parma to Bologna. Traveling by bus from Parma to Bologna usually takes around one hour and 27 minutes, but the fastest Itabus bus can make the trip in just one hour and 20 minutes.
| Distance | 54 mi (87 km) |
| Shortest duration | 1h 20m |
| Cheapest price | €7.59 |
| Trips per day | 7 |
| Most frequent service | FlixBus |
| Bus lines | 4 |
What bus companies travel from Parma to Bologna?
There are 4 bus lines from Parma to Bologna available for you to search and compare on Wanderu. With 3 daily trips, FlixBus usually has the most buses running on any given day. Here are some time and price comparisons for all the available options:
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Autolinee Federico | 1 | 1h 50m | €13.15 |
| FlixBus | 3 | 1h 27m | €9.09 |
| Itabus | 4 | 1h 24m | €14.56 |
| Marino | 2 | 1h 25m | €14.47 |
Autolinee Federico is an Italian bus company based in Reggio Calabria with service across the Italian peninsula to cities like Turin, Rimini, Florence, and Bari. Autolinee has the latest generation of buses, which provide spacious seats, legroom, USB charging outlets, and onboard restrooms.
First launched in Germany in 2013, FlixBus has become one of the largest intercity bus companies in Europe. Its fleet travels through nearly every country in Europe, including the U.K. FlixBus operates an average of 3 trips from Parma to Bologna, and usually makes the trip in about 1 hours and 27 minutes. On your trip, you'll enjoy Wi-Fi and live GPS, as well as restrooms, air conditioning, and power outlets.
Itabus is an Italian bus company servicing the whole peninsula, including major tourist hotspots like Rome, Trieste, and Catania. The company has both single and double-decker buses with clean, comfortable seats, complimentary WiFi, power outlets, restrooms, and air conditioning. Upgrade to a premium ticket for even larger seats and extendable armchairs.
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of one hour and 27 minutes to cover the 87 kilometers from Parma to Bologna. However, the fastest bus only takes an hour and 20 minutes. You'll have just enough time for a small nap on this relatively short bus trip. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
Friday is the busiest travel day for buses as people head from Parma to Bologna for the weekend. If you are planning to travel on a Friday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Thursday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Thursday ticket is the way to go.
The first bus leaves at 10:00 and the last bus leaves at 21:00. To see the times for all buses from Parma to Bologna, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
City Information
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Parma?
Main departure station: Bus Station
Buses to Bologna leave from 3 stations in Parma.
All bus stations in Parma:
Bus Station
Via Villa Sant'Agelo
Via Villa Sant'Agelo
Where does the bus arrive in Bologna?
Main arrival station: Piazza XX Settembre 6
Buses arrive in Bologna at 3 stations, depending on which bus line you are traveling with.
Bus stations in Bologna:
Piazza XX Settembre 6
Bus Stop
Piazza XX Settembre 6
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