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Bologna to Reggio Calabria Bus Schedule
Bus from Bologna to Reggio Calabria: Journey Information
There are 3 intercity buses per day from Bologna to Reggio Calabria. Traveling by bus from Bologna to Reggio Calabria usually takes around 14 hours and 12 minutes, but the fastest Autolinee Federico bus can make the trip in 13 hours and 15 minutes.
| Distance | 494 mi (795 km) |
| Shortest duration | 13h 15m |
| Cheapest price | $49.52 |
| Trips per day | 3 |
| Most frequent service | Autolinee Federico |
| Bus lines | 2 |
What bus companies travel from Bologna to Reggio Calabria?
There are two bus lines that have daily service from Bologna to Reggio Calabria that you can compare and book on Wanderu. Of these two carriers, Autolinee Federico usually offers more choice, with 2 scheduled trips per day.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Autolinee Federico | 2 | 13h 20m | $69.54 |
| FlixBus | 1 | 16h 33m | $81.30 |
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 1 trips from Bologna to Reggio Calabria, and usually makes the trip in about 16 hours and 33 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 Reggio Calabria
The bus takes an average of 14 hours and 12 minutes to cover the 494 miles from Bologna to Reggio Calabria. However, the fastest bus only takes 13 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.
Friday is the busiest travel day for buses as people head from Bologna to Reggio Calabria 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 1:00pm and the last bus leaves at 6:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Bologna to Reggio Calabria, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
City Information
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Bologna?
Main departure station: Piazza XX Settembre 6
Most buses depart from the main station in Bologna.
All bus stations in Bologna:
Piazza XX Settembre 6
Where does the bus arrive in Reggio Calabria?
Main arrival station: Via Caprera Bus Stop
Buses arrive in Reggio Calabria at 3 stations, depending on which bus line you are traveling with.
All bus stations in Reggio Calabria:
Via Caprera Bus Stop
Reggio Di Calabria Centrale
Reggio Calabria Via Saracinello Al Torrente
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