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

today
$14
tomorrow
$14
Monday
$13
Tuesday
$13
Wednesday
$9
Thursday
$13
Friday
$8

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Itabus 5h 15m 2:00 PM Bologna Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station 7:15 PM Rome Tiburtina Train Station  Economy $14
Itabus 4h 40m 3:00 PM Bologna Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station 7:40 PM Rome Tiburtina Train Station  Economy $14
MarinoBus 5h 20m 6:20 PM Bologna Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station 11:40 PM Rome Tiburtina Bus Station  Economy $15
FlixBus 5h 20m 10:45 AM Bologna Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station 4:05 PM Rome Tiburtina Bus Station  Economy $15
FlixBus 5h 30m 12:15 PM Bologna Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station 5:45 PM Rome Tiburtina Bus Station  Economy $15

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Itabus 5h 15m 7:00 AM Bologna Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station 12:15 PM Rome Tiburtina Bus Station  Basic $14
Itabus 5h 10m 9:10 AM Bologna Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station 2:20 PM Rome Tiburtina Bus Station  Basic $14
MarinoBus 5h 20m 6:20 PM Bologna Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station 11:40 PM Rome Tiburtina Bus Station  Economy $14
FlixBus 4h 55m 4:25 AM Bologna Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station 9:20 AM Rome Tiburtina Bus Station  Economy $16
FlixBus 5h 15m 8:35 AM Bologna Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station 1:50 PM Rome Tiburtina Bus Station  Economy $16

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Itabus 5h 15m 7:00 AM Bologna Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station 12:15 PM Rome Tiburtina Bus Station  Premium Economy $13
Itabus 5h 10m 9:10 AM Bologna Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station 2:20 PM Rome Tiburtina Bus Station  Premium Economy $13
MarinoBus 5h 20m 6:20 PM Bologna Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station 11:40 PM Rome Tiburtina Bus Station  Economy $13
FlixBus 4h 45m 5:15 AM Bologna Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station 10:00 AM Rome Tiburtina Bus Station  Economy $15
FlixBus 4h 50m 7:00 AM Bologna Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station 11:50 AM Rome Tiburtina Bus Station  Economy $15

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Itabus 4h 40m 3:30 AM Bologna Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station 8:10 AM Rome Tiburtina Bus Station  Premium Economy $13
Itabus 5h 15m 11:20 AM Bologna Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station 4:35 PM Rome Tiburtina Bus Station  Premium Economy $13
MarinoBus 5h 20m 6:20 PM Bologna Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station 11:40 PM Rome Tiburtina Bus Station  Economy $14
FlixBus 4h 45m 5:15 AM Bologna Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station 10:00 AM Rome Tiburtina Bus Station  Economy $15
FlixBus 4h 50m 7:00 AM Bologna Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station 11:50 AM Rome Tiburtina Bus Station  Economy $15

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Itabus 4h 40m 12:45 AM Bologna Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station 5:25 AM Rome Tiburtina Bus Station  Economy $9
Itabus 4h 40m 1:50 AM Bologna Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station 6:30 AM Rome Tiburtina Bus Station  Economy $9
FlixBus 5h 10m 1:00 AM Bologna Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station 6:10 AM Rome Tiburtina Bus Station  Economy $15
FlixBus 4h 45m 5:15 AM Bologna Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station 10:00 AM Rome Tiburtina Bus Station  Economy $15
MarinoBus 4h 50m 11:40 PM Bologna Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station 4:30 AM Rome Tiburtina Bus Station  Basic $34

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Itabus 4h 40m 12:50 PM Bologna Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station 5:30 PM Rome Tiburtina Bus Station  Premium Economy $13
Itabus 4h 40m 3:00 PM Bologna Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station 7:40 PM Rome Tiburtina Bus Station  Premium Economy $13
MarinoBus 5h 20m 6:20 PM Bologna Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station 11:40 PM Rome Tiburtina Bus Station  Economy $13
FlixBus 5h 15m 8:35 AM Bologna Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station 1:50 PM Rome Tiburtina Bus Station  Economy $15
FlixBus 5h 10m 1:35 PM Bologna Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station 6:45 PM Rome Tiburtina Bus Station  Economy $15

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Itabus 5h 10m 9:10 AM Bologna Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station 2:20 PM Rome Tiburtina Bus Station  Premium Economy $8
Itabus 5h 15m 9:45 AM Bologna Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station 3:00 PM Rome Tiburtina Bus Station  Premium Economy $8
FlixBus 5h 15m 8:35 AM Bologna Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station 1:50 PM Rome Tiburtina Bus Station  Economy $15
FlixBus 4h 45m 5:15 AM Bologna Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station 10:00 AM Rome Tiburtina Bus Station  Economy $16
Autoservizi Salemi 5h 30m 2:30 PM Bologna Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station 8:00 PM Rome Tiburtina Bus Station  Basic $35

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Bologna to Rome is $8 on 2/13/2026. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.


Frequency of bus connections between Bologna and Rome

See here how frequent the connections between Bologna and Rome are, during different times and days of the week.
Monday is the busiest day, with more than 127 daily buses from Bologna to Rome. Wednesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 43 daily coaches between Bologna and Rome.
The busiest time of the day is the Night, with 209 buses from Bologna to Rome, while Morning sees the fewest connections between Bologna and Rome, with 128 offers.

Facts about the bus from Bologna to Rome

Compare all providers like Itabus, FlixBus and MarinoBus that travel 94 times every day by bus from Bologna to Rome in one click! Book your bus ticket from Bologna to Rome starting from $8!

Cheapest Bus $8
Fastest Bus 4h 40m
Earliest Bus 12:45 AM
Latest Bus 11:50 PM
Daily Bus Routes 94 Ø
Distance 188.4 miles
Bus Companies Itabus, FlixBus, MarinoBus, Trenitalia and Autoservizi Salemi

Cheapest bus connections from Bologna to Rome

Every day, 94 buses from 5 bus companies leave Bologna for Rome: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 02/07/2026 and for the following days.

Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday 02/01
Monday 02/02
Tuesday 02/03
Wednesday 02/04
Thursday 02/05
Friday 02/06
Saturday 02/07
$14
Sunday 02/08
$14
Monday 02/09
$13
Tuesday 02/10
$13
Wednesday 02/11
$8
Thursday 02/12
$13
Friday 02/13
$21
Saturday 02/14
$15
Sunday 02/15
$13
Monday 02/16
$13
Tuesday 02/17
$13
Wednesday 02/18
$21
Thursday 02/19
$13
Friday 02/20
$13
Saturday 02/21
$13
Sunday 02/22
$14
Monday 02/23
$13
Tuesday 02/24
$12
Wednesday 02/25
$15
Thursday 02/26
$8
Friday 02/27
$14
Saturday 02/28

The cheapest time to travel from Bologna to Rome

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Bologna to Rome, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from $8, Friday is the cheapest day for a bus from Bologna to Rome. Sunday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $13.
Morning is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Bologna to Rome, with $8. Evening is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $13.

How to save money travelling from Bologna to Rome

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 Rome 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 Rome, 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 Rome are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Bologna to Rome

These are the most booked bus companies between Bologna to Rome from our users.

Itabus from Bologna to Rome

Itabus

Here you will find the key facts about the Itabus bus route Bologna to Rome:

Cheapest Price $8
Fastest Bus 4h 40m
Earliest Bus 12:45 AM
Last Bus 11:50 PM
Daily Connections 70 Ø
Found on 2/6/2026

FlixBus from Bologna to Rome

FlixBus

Here you will find the key facts about the FlixBus bus route Bologna to Rome:

Cheapest Price $15
Fastest Bus 4h 40m
Earliest Bus 1:00 AM
Last Bus 11:20 PM
Daily Connections 18 Ø
Found on 2/6/2026

Trenitalia from Bologna to Rome

Trenitalia

Here you will find the key facts about the Trenitalia bus route Bologna to Rome:

Cheapest Price $38
Fastest Bus 7h 55m
Earliest Bus 9:10 AM
Last Bus 9:10 AM
Daily Connections 1 Ø
Found on 2/6/2026

Latest reviews for bus companies on the route Bologna - Rome

Itabus
Martina, 7/21/2025
Servizio pessimo. Tutto pessimo. Indicano degli orari sul sito che PUNTUALMENTE NON RISPETTANO. Gli autobus sono sempre in ritardo di tantissimo, non è la prima volta che mi capita. Oggi nello specifi ... Servizio pessimo. Tutto pessimo. Indicano degli orari sul sito che PUNTUALMENTE NON RISPETTANO. Gli autobus sono sempre in ritardo di tantissimo, non è la prima volta che mi capita. Oggi nello specifico avevo una coincidenza con un’altra linea che, a causa del loro ritardo ho perso dovendo pernottare a Roma per poi ripartire il giorno dopo. Vergognoso. In più all’interno dell’autobus è sempre presente un cattivo odore fortissimo proveniente dai servizi igienici che sono inavvicinabili. Mai più

All bus stations and stops in Bologna and Rome

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

Compare the bus with other modes of transport

The bus is often the cheapest mode of transport, while other modes like train or flight are faster. Looking for quicker alternatives to travel from Bologna to Rome? Compare all modes of transports from Bologna to Rome.

Service and Comfort on the bus from Bologna to Rome

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

FAQs about the Bologna to Rome bus

How much does a Bologna Rome bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $8 and takes 5h 10m to reach Rome. Compare offers to save money!

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

This route is offered by 5 companies with a range of ticket prices between $8 and $74. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Rome.

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

Every day, the Bologna to Rome bus route is served by approximately 94 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

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

The fastest bus from Bologna to Rome is offered by Itabus and takes 4h 40m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $58. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Bologna to Rome?

The earliest bus arriving in Rome from Bologna starts at 12:45 AM. 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 Rome?

The latest bus trip departing from Bologna for Rome starts at 11:50 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 Rome route?

When traveling by bus from Bologna to Rome, 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 Rome?

You can check all the direct connections between Bologna and Rome 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 Rome 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 Rome 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 Rome 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 Rome on your planned travel date.

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

CheckMyBus collaborates directly with companies around the world to provide you with the best options when searching for a trip. We retrieve their first-hand data to show you real-time prices, schedules, and seat availability for 94 daily trips between Bologna and Rome. With the most up-to-date information from verified sources, you can fairly compare all available options and choose the trip that suits you best.

How does CheckMyBus technology work for trips from Bologna to Rome?

Prices and availability for 94 trips between Bologna and Rome change constantly. To provide you with the most up-to-date information, we connect directly with bus operators, Online Travel Agencies (OTAs), and Global Distribution Systems (GDS) via real-time interfaces (APIs). The data collected from these sources undergoes strict quality checks, is processed within our infrastructure, and is then presented to you on our search results pages. Visit our About Us page to learn more.

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

Basic
Basic

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

Economy
Economy

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

Premium Economy
PremiumEconomy

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

More bus routes to Bologna and to Rome

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