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Bologna to Rome Bus Schedule
Bus from Bologna to Rome: Journey Information
There are 16 intercity buses per day from Bologna to Rome. Traveling by bus from Bologna to Rome usually takes around 4 hours and 58 minutes, but the fastest Itabus bus can make the trip in 4 hours and 40 minutes.
| Distance | 188 mi (303 km) |
| Shortest duration | 4h 40m |
| Cheapest price | TRY 447.60 |
| Trips per day | 16 |
| Most frequent service | Itabus |
| Bus lines | 3 |
How much is a bus ticket from Bologna to Rome?
Bus tickets for a trip from Bologna to Rome cost TRY 985.40 on average. Opting to take a bus is a wallet-friendly way to make this trip. If you book your trip ahead of time using Wanderu, you can easily find bus tickets at or below this price.
Average bus ticket prices from Bologna to Rome by month
Prices as travel date approaches
Most bus companies charge higher ticket prices closer to the date of travel, so it’s a good idea to buy your bus tickets as early as possible. Booking in advance is the best way to find cheap bus tickets, even if it’s only by a few days.
What bus companies travel from Bologna to Rome?
There are 3 bus lines from Bologna to Rome available for you to search and compare on Wanderu. With 13 daily trips, Itabus 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Autoservizi Salemi | 1 | 5h 30m | TRY 1,240.97 |
| Itabus | 13 | 4h 56m | TRY 1,098.39 |
| Marino | 2 | 5h 5m | TRY 1,648.80 |
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.
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 about traveling by bus from Bologna to Rome
The bus takes an average of 4 hours and 58 minutes to cover the 188 miles from Bologna to Rome. However, the fastest bus only takes 4 hours and 40 minutes. In other words, you'll have plenty of time to rest and relax on the road. 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 11:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Bologna to Rome, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
City Information
Rome
Rome is a city rich in cultural heritage, as well as one of the most romantic destinations in Europe. To fully understand the city’s extraordinary history, visitors should take the time to visit the Capitoline Museums, where the collections include hundreds of sculptures as well as the Capitoline Wolf, the symbol of Rome itself. The famous Trevi’s Fountain is also on the must-see list of many travelers. Boasting an amazing baroque design with mythological motifs, the fountain is one of the most photogenic spots in the city, and it is located near the principal shopping area. If you wish to check out some of the city’s most iconic structures, head over to the Sistine Chapel, which houses the famous fresco by Michelangelo.
Rome is every foodie’s heaven. As you explore the city’s food scene, don’t hesitate to take the chance to try out a local specialty, artichokes. The best place to try these out is at Nonna Betta. For those who want to try the famous Roma coffee, Caffe Sant'Eustachio might be the right spot.
The principal train station in Rome is the Termini station. The main bus station is Roma Tiburtina. The city’s air services are fulfilled by three airports: Leonardo da Vinci International Airport, Rome Ciampino Airport, and Roma-Urbe, of which the Leonardo da Vinci International Airport is the largest.
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Bologna?
Main departure station: Bus Stop
Buses to Rome leave from 3 stations in Bologna.
All bus stations in Bologna:
Bus Stop
Piazza XX Settembre 6
Bus Stop
Where does the bus arrive in Rome?
Main arrival station: Largo Mazzoni Guido 3
These are the two stations where buses may stop when they arrive in Rome.
All bus stations in Rome:
Largo Mazzoni Guido 3
Largo Guido Mazzoni
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