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Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Bologna to Parma from various bus operators like Itabus, FlixBus or MarinoBus for the next days.

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Cheapest bus trips today
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	1h 25m	4:55 PM	Bologna	Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station	6:20 PM	Parma	Via Villa Sant'Angelo Bus Station	Economy	$9	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station, Bologna (Italy) at 2/4/2026 4:55:00 PM to Via Villa Sant'Angelo Bus Station, Parma (Italy) arriving at 2/4/2026 6:20:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $9 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 25m
FlixBus	1h 29m	5:55 PM	Bologna	Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station	7:24 PM	Parma	Via Villa Sant'Angelo Bus Station	Economy	$9	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station, Bologna (Italy) at 2/4/2026 5:55:00 PM to Via Villa Sant'Angelo Bus Station, Parma (Italy) arriving at 2/4/2026 7:24:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $9 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 29m
FlixBus	1h 10m	6:30 PM	Bologna	Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station	7:40 PM	Parma	Via Villa Sant'Angelo Bus Station	Economy	$9	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station, Bologna (Italy) at 2/4/2026 6:30:00 PM to Via Villa Sant'Angelo Bus Station, Parma (Italy) arriving at 2/4/2026 7:40:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $9 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 10m
Itabus	1h 20m	1:25 PM	Bologna	Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station	2:45 PM	Parma	Via Villa Sant'Angelo Bus Station	Basic	$10	A Bus from Itabus goes from Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station, Bologna (Italy) at 2/4/2026 1:25:00 PM to Via Villa Sant'Angelo Bus Station, Parma (Italy) arriving at 2/4/2026 2:45:00 PM. 50 Basic ticket for $10 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 20m

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Itabus	1h 41m	3:30 AM	Bologna	Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station	5:11 AM	Parma	Via Villa Sant'Angelo Bus Station	Premium Economy	$9	A Bus from Itabus goes from Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station, Bologna (Italy) at 2/5/2026 3:30:00 AM to Via Villa Sant'Angelo Bus Station, Parma (Italy) arriving at 2/5/2026 5:11:00 AM. 50 Premium Economy ticket for $9 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 41m
Itabus	1h 20m	1:25 PM	Bologna	Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station	2:45 PM	Parma	Via Villa Sant'Angelo Bus Station	Premium Economy	$9	A Bus from Itabus goes from Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station, Bologna (Italy) at 2/5/2026 1:25:00 PM to Via Villa Sant'Angelo Bus Station, Parma (Italy) arriving at 2/5/2026 2:45:00 PM. 50 Premium Economy ticket for $9 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 20m
MarinoBus	1h 25m	4:10 AM	Bologna	Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station	5:35 AM	Parma	Via Villa Sant'Angelo Bus Station	Basic	$9	A Bus from MarinoBus goes from Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station, Bologna (Italy) at 2/5/2026 4:10:00 AM to Via Villa Sant'Angelo Bus Station, Parma (Italy) arriving at 2/5/2026 5:35:00 AM. 50 Basic ticket for $9 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 25m
FlixBus	1h 15m	5:10 AM	Bologna	Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station	6:25 AM	Parma	Via Villa Sant'Angelo Bus Station	Economy	$9	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station, Bologna (Italy) at 2/5/2026 5:10:00 AM to Via Villa Sant'Angelo Bus Station, Parma (Italy) arriving at 2/5/2026 6:25:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $9 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 15m
FlixBus	1h 20m	1:00 PM	Bologna	Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station	2:20 PM	Parma	Via Villa Sant'Angelo Bus Station	Economy	$9	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station, Bologna (Italy) at 2/5/2026 1:00:00 PM to Via Villa Sant'Angelo Bus Station, Parma (Italy) arriving at 2/5/2026 2:20:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $9 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 20m

Cheapest bus trips Friday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Itabus	1h 20m	4:35 AM	Bologna	Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station	5:55 AM	Parma	Via Villa Sant'Angelo Bus Station	Premium Economy	$9	A Bus from Itabus goes from Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station, Bologna (Italy) at 2/6/2026 4:35:00 AM to Via Villa Sant'Angelo Bus Station, Parma (Italy) arriving at 2/6/2026 5:55:00 AM. 50 Premium Economy ticket for $9 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 20m
Itabus	1h 20m	1:25 PM	Bologna	Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station	2:45 PM	Parma	Via Villa Sant'Angelo Bus Station	Premium Economy	$9	A Bus from Itabus goes from Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station, Bologna (Italy) at 2/6/2026 1:25:00 PM to Via Villa Sant'Angelo Bus Station, Parma (Italy) arriving at 2/6/2026 2:45:00 PM. 50 Premium Economy ticket for $9 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 20m
FlixBus	1h 15m	5:10 AM	Bologna	Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station	6:25 AM	Parma	Via Villa Sant'Angelo Bus Station	Economy	$9	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station, Bologna (Italy) at 2/6/2026 5:10:00 AM to Via Villa Sant'Angelo Bus Station, Parma (Italy) arriving at 2/6/2026 6:25:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $9 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 15m
FlixBus	1h 20m	1:00 PM	Bologna	Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station	2:20 PM	Parma	Via Villa Sant'Angelo Bus Station	Economy	$9	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station, Bologna (Italy) at 2/6/2026 1:00:00 PM to Via Villa Sant'Angelo Bus Station, Parma (Italy) arriving at 2/6/2026 2:20:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $9 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 20m
MarinoBus	1h 25m	4:10 AM	Bologna	Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station	5:35 AM	Parma	Via Villa Sant'Angelo Bus Station	Basic	$11	A Bus from MarinoBus goes from Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station, Bologna (Italy) at 2/6/2026 4:10:00 AM to Via Villa Sant'Angelo Bus Station, Parma (Italy) arriving at 2/6/2026 5:35:00 AM. 50 Basic ticket for $11 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 25m

Cheapest bus trips Saturday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	Itabus	1h 55m	3:45 PM	Bologna	Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station	5:40 PM	Parma	Via Villa Sant'Angelo Bus Station		Premium Economy	$18	A Bus from Itabus goes from Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station, Bologna (Italy) at 2/7/2026 3:45:00 PM to Via Villa Sant'Angelo Bus Station, Parma (Italy) arriving at 2/7/2026 5:40:00 PM. 50 Premium Economy ticket for $18 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 55m
	MarinoBus	1h 25m	4:10 AM	Bologna	Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station	5:35 AM	Parma	Via Villa Sant'Angelo Bus Station		Basic	$24	A Bus from MarinoBus goes from Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station, Bologna (Italy) at 2/7/2026 4:10:00 AM to Via Villa Sant'Angelo Bus Station, Parma (Italy) arriving at 2/7/2026 5:35:00 AM. 50 Basic ticket for $24 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 25m

Cheapest bus trips Sunday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	1h 15m	5:10 AM	Bologna	Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station	6:25 AM	Parma	Via Villa Sant'Angelo Bus Station	Economy	$9	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station, Bologna (Italy) at 2/8/2026 5:10:00 AM to Via Villa Sant'Angelo Bus Station, Parma (Italy) arriving at 2/8/2026 6:25:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $9 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 15m
FlixBus	1h 20m	1:00 PM	Bologna	Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station	2:20 PM	Parma	Via Villa Sant'Angelo Bus Station	Economy	$9	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station, Bologna (Italy) at 2/8/2026 1:00:00 PM to Via Villa Sant'Angelo Bus Station, Parma (Italy) arriving at 2/8/2026 2:20:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $9 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 20m
FlixBus	1h 25m	4:55 PM	Bologna	Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station	6:20 PM	Parma	Via Villa Sant'Angelo Bus Station	Economy	$9	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station, Bologna (Italy) at 2/8/2026 4:55:00 PM to Via Villa Sant'Angelo Bus Station, Parma (Italy) arriving at 2/8/2026 6:20:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $9 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 25m
FlixBus	1h 29m	5:55 PM	Bologna	Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station	7:24 PM	Parma	Via Villa Sant'Angelo Bus Station	Economy	$9	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station, Bologna (Italy) at 2/8/2026 5:55:00 PM to Via Villa Sant'Angelo Bus Station, Parma (Italy) arriving at 2/8/2026 7:24:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $9 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 29m
FlixBus	1h 10m	6:30 PM	Bologna	Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station	7:40 PM	Parma	Via Villa Sant'Angelo Bus Station	Economy	$9	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station, Bologna (Italy) at 2/8/2026 6:30:00 PM to Via Villa Sant'Angelo Bus Station, Parma (Italy) arriving at 2/8/2026 7:40:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $9 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 10m

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	1h 29m	5:55 PM	Bologna	Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station	7:24 PM	Parma	Via Villa Sant'Angelo Bus Station	Economy	$9	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station, Bologna (Italy) at 2/10/2026 5:55:00 PM to Via Villa Sant'Angelo Bus Station, Parma (Italy) arriving at 2/10/2026 7:24:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $9 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 29m
FlixBus	1h 10m	6:30 PM	Bologna	Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station	7:40 PM	Parma	Via Villa Sant'Angelo Bus Station	Economy	$9	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station, Bologna (Italy) at 2/10/2026 6:30:00 PM to Via Villa Sant'Angelo Bus Station, Parma (Italy) arriving at 2/10/2026 7:40:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $9 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 10m
MarinoBus	1h 25m	4:10 AM	Bologna	Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station	5:35 AM	Parma	Via Villa Sant'Angelo Bus Station	Economy	$24	A Bus from MarinoBus goes from Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station, Bologna (Italy) at 2/10/2026 4:10:00 AM to Via Villa Sant'Angelo Bus Station, Parma (Italy) arriving at 2/10/2026 5:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $24 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 25m

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Bologna to Parma is $9 on 2/2/2026. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.

Frequency of bus connections between Bologna and Parma

See here how frequent the connections between Bologna and Parma are, during different times and days of the week.

Thursday is the busiest day, with more than 34 daily buses from Bologna to Parma. Saturday has instead the fewest connections, with only 2 daily coaches between Bologna and Parma.

The busiest time of the day is the Afternoon, with 45 buses from Bologna to Parma, while Morning sees the fewest connections between Bologna and Parma, with 4 offers.

Facts about the bus from Bologna to Parma

Compare all providers like Itabus, FlixBus and MarinoBus that travel 14 times every day by bus from Bologna to Parma in one click! Book your bus ticket from Bologna to Parma starting from $9!

Cheapest Bus	$9
Fastest Bus	1h 10m
Earliest Bus	1:25 PM
Latest Bus	6:30 PM
Daily Bus Routes	14 Ø
Distance	54.2 miles
Bus Companies	Itabus, FlixBus, MarinoBus and Autolinee Federico

Cheapest bus connections from Bologna to Parma

Every day, 14 buses from 4 bus companies leave Bologna for Parma: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 02/04/2026 and for the following days.

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Sunday 02/01

Monday 02/02

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Thursday 02/05

Friday 02/06

Saturday 02/07

$11

Sunday 02/08

Monday 02/09

Tuesday 02/10

Wednesday 02/11

Thursday 02/12

Friday 02/13

$11

Saturday 02/14

$11

Sunday 02/15

Monday 02/16

Tuesday 02/17

Wednesday 02/18

$11

Thursday 02/19

Friday 02/20

Saturday 02/21

Sunday 02/22

$12

Monday 02/23

Tuesday 02/24

Wednesday 02/25

$10

Thursday 02/26

Friday 02/27

$11

Saturday 02/28

The cheapest time to travel from Bologna to Parma

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Bologna to Parma, for the next 30 days.

With a price starting from $9, Thursday is the cheapest day for a bus from Bologna to Parma. Tuesday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $9.

Afternoon is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Bologna to Parma, with $9. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $21.

How to save money travelling from Bologna to Parma

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Bologna to Parma in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Bologna to Parma, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later buses from Bologna to Parma are also emptier.

All bus stations and stops in Bologna and Parma

In the map below, you can see where to find all bus stations in Bologna and Parma.

Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station

Piazza XX Settembre 6

Piazza Roosevelt Bus Stop

San Biagio Cefalonia Bus Stop

Farini Bus Stop

Via Villa Sant'Angelo Bus Station

Via Villa Sant'Angelo

Parcheggio Scambiatore Nord

Via Carra

Viale Paolo Toschi

Viale Paolo Toschi 12

Area Servizio S. Martino

A1 - Autostrada del Sole

Ibis Styles Toscanini Hotel

Compare the bus with other modes of transport

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Service and Comfort on the bus from Bologna to Parma

Want to know which seat classes are available on the buses from Bologna to Parma? Or which bus companies serve the route Bologna to Parma? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Bologna to Parma bus

How much does a Bologna Parma bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $9 and takes 1h 41m to reach Parma. Compare offers to save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Bologna to Parma?

This route is offered by 4 companies with a range of ticket prices between $9 and $33. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Parma.

On average, how many connections are available from Bologna to Parma each day?

Every day, the Bologna to Parma bus route is served by approximately 14 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Bologna to Parma take?

The fastest bus from Bologna to Parma is offered by FlixBus and takes 1h 10m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $9. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Bologna to Parma?

The earliest bus arriving in Parma from Bologna starts at 1:25 PM. However, information regarding departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last bus from Bologna to Parma?

The latest bus trip departing from Bologna for Parma starts at 6:30 PM. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. So just use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies operate the Bologna Parma route?

When traveling by bus from Bologna to Parma, passengers can travel with Itabus, FlixBus and MarinoBus. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works for you.

Is there a direct bus between Bologna and Parma?

You can check all the direct connections between Bologna and Parma by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: Itabus, FlixBus and MarinoBus.

What can I take with me on the Bologna to Parma bus route?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the Bologna Parma bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a bus that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Bologna Parma bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make traveling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Bologna to Parma on your planned travel date.

How does CheckMyBus find the best bus deals from Bologna to Parma?

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Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Bologna to Parma

Basic

Name referring to the typical seat you will find with companies that don’t distinguish between different classes.

Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

Premium Economy

A mix between Economy and Business, it offers extra legroom, WI-FI and possible snacks.

More bus routes to Bologna and to Parma

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to Bologna and to Parma. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you will find all the details about your bus route!