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Bologna to Palermo Bus Schedule
Bus from Bologna to Palermo: Journey Information
There are 2 intercity buses per day from Bologna to Palermo. Traveling by bus from Bologna to Palermo usually takes around 18 hours and 2 minutes, but the fastest Autoservizi Salemi bus can make the trip in 17 hours and 15 minutes.
| Distance | 453 mi (729 km) |
| Shortest duration | 17h 15m |
| Cheapest price | $66.79 |
| Trips per day | 1 |
| Most frequent service | Autoservizi Salemi |
| Bus lines | 2 |
What bus companies travel from Bologna to Palermo?
There are two bus lines that have daily service from Bologna to Palermo that you can compare and book on Wanderu. However, each company only runs one bus per day.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Autoservizi Salemi | 1 | 17h 15m | $93.42 |
| FlixBus | 2 | 19h 13m | $93.56 |
Autoservizi Salemi is an Italian bus company that travels the length of the Italian peninsula daily. Some notable routes include stops in Milan, Florence, Bologna, Marsala, and Palermo. Their modern buses have excellent amenities including air conditioning, power outlets, restrooms, WiFi, and snacks and drinks for sale.
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 2 trips from Bologna to Palermo, and usually makes the trip in about 19 hours and 13 minutes. On your trip, you'll enjoy Wi-Fi and live GPS, as well as restrooms, air conditioning, and power outlets.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Bologna to Palermo
The bus takes an average of 18 hours and 2 minutes to cover the 453 miles from Bologna to Palermo. However, the fastest bus only takes 17 hours and 15 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road 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.
Tuesday is usually the day of the week when buses are busiest. If you are planning to travel on a Tuesday, 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 2:00pm and the last bus leaves at 2:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Bologna to Palermo, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
City Information
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Bologna?
Main departure station: Bus Stop
Bologna has two bus stations with service to Palermo.
All bus stations in Bologna:
Bus Stop
Piazza XX Settembre 6
Where does the bus arrive in Palermo?
Main arrival station: Via Tommaso Fazello - Autostazione
All buses from Bologna arrive at one main station in Palermo.
All bus stations in Palermo:
Via Tommaso Fazello - Autostazione
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