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Bologna to Padua Bus Schedule
Bus from Bologna to Padua: Journey Information
There are 21 intercity buses per day from Bologna to Padua. Traveling by bus from Bologna to Padua usually takes around one hour and 43 minutes, but the fastest GoOpti bus can make the trip in just one hour and 20 minutes.
| Distance | 68 mi (110 km) |
| Shortest duration | 1h 20m |
| Cheapest price | $7.99 |
| Trips per day | 21 |
| Most frequent service | GoOpti |
| Bus lines | 5 |
What bus companies travel from Bologna to Padua?
There are 5 bus lines from Bologna to Padua available for you to search and compare on Wanderu. With 18 daily trips, GoOpti 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 55m | $25.45 |
| GoOpti | 18 | 1h 45m | $167.58 |
| Itabus | 4 | 1h 36m | $15.88 |
| Marino | 1 | 2h 0m | $11.07 |
| Simet Bus S.P.A. | 1 | 1h 35m | $17.92 |
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.
GoOpti is a bus company based in Ljubljana, Slovenia, that specializes in airport transfers to and from cities with limited or no public transportation. It has expanded its services to several countries in central Europe, including Croatia, Italy, Germany, Hungary, and Austria, providing convenient airport transportation options for passengers in these regions.
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.
Simet Bus S.P.A. is a bus company in the relatively small town of Rossano with service across Italy. The Simet Bus fleet of modern buses gives passengers more space and comfort than many of its rival bus companies, with complimentary onboard WiFi as standard and a second item of luggage at no extra cost.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Bologna to Padua
The bus takes an average of one hour and 43 minutes to cover the 68 miles from Bologna to Padua. 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.
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, Wednesday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you're looking for some extra space on the bus, traveling mid-week is your best bet.
The first bus leaves at 12:00am and the last bus leaves at 7:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Bologna to Padua, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
City Information
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Bologna?
Main departure station: Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport Arrival Terminal
Buses to Padua leave from 4 stations in Bologna.
All bus stations in Bologna:
Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport Arrival Terminal
Piazza XX Settembre 411
Bus Stop
Piazza XX Settembre 6
Where does the bus arrive in Padua?
Main arrival station: Padua Piazzo Prato della Valle
Buses arrive in Padua at 4 stations, depending on which bus line you are traveling with.
All bus stations in Padua:
Padua Piazzo Prato della Valle
Piazzale Stazione 14
Via Fra' Paolo Sarpi
Viale della Pace
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