Bus Palermo to Bologna: Compare prices and save money

Compare all timetables for the bus from Palermo to Bologna

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Palermo to Bologna from various bus operators like FlixBus for the next days.

today

$79

tomorrow

Wednesday

Thursday

$79

Friday

$83

Saturday

$87

Sunday

$97

Cheapest bus trips today
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	FlixBus	18h 55m	3:25 PM	Palermo	Via Tommaso Fazello Bus Stop	10:20 AM	Bologna	Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station		Economy	$79	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Via Tommaso Fazello Bus Stop, Palermo (Italy) at 12/15/2025 3:25:00 PM to Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station, Bologna (Italy) arriving at 12/16/2025 10:20:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $79 per person are available. Travel duration is 18h 55m
	FlixBus	20h 35m	5:10 PM	Palermo	Via Tommaso Fazello Bus Stop	1:45 PM	Bologna	Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station		Economy	$112	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Via Tommaso Fazello Bus Stop, Palermo (Italy) at 12/15/2025 5:10:00 PM to Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station, Bologna (Italy) arriving at 12/16/2025 1:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $112 per person are available. Travel duration is 20h 35m

Cheapest bus trips Thursday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	FlixBus	18h 55m	3:25 PM	Palermo	Via Tommaso Fazello Bus Stop	10:20 AM	Bologna	Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station		Economy	$79	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Via Tommaso Fazello Bus Stop, Palermo (Italy) at 12/18/2025 3:25:00 PM to Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station, Bologna (Italy) arriving at 12/19/2025 10:20:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $79 per person are available. Travel duration is 18h 55m
	FlixBus	20h 25m	5:10 PM	Palermo	Via Tommaso Fazello Bus Stop	1:35 PM	Bologna	Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station		Economy	$102	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Via Tommaso Fazello Bus Stop, Palermo (Italy) at 12/18/2025 5:10:00 PM to Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station, Bologna (Italy) arriving at 12/19/2025 1:35:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $102 per person are available. Travel duration is 20h 25m

Did you know that if you travel from Palermo to Bologna via Rome, you can save more than $29? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- FlixBus
  
  21h 5m
  
  0
  
  5:10 PM
  
  Palermo
  Via Tommaso Fazello Bus Stop
  
  7:05 AM
  
  Rome
  Tiburtina Bus Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $38
  
  A Bus from FlixBus goes from Via Tommaso Fazello Bus Stop, Palermo (Italy) at 12/18/2025 5:10:00 PM to Tiburtina Bus Station, Rome (Italy) arriving at 12/19/2025 7:05:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $38 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 55m
- FlixBus
  
  5h 25m
  
  0
  
  8:50 AM
  
  Rome
  Tiburtina Bus Station
  
  2:15 PM
  
  Bologna
  Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $13
  
  A Bus from FlixBus goes from Tiburtina Bus Station, Rome (Italy) at 12/19/2025 8:50:00 AM to Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station, Bologna (Italy) arriving at 12/19/2025 2:15:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $13 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 25m
Travel time is 2h 10m longer, but you will save $29

Cheapest bus trips Friday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	FlixBus	20h 5m	5:10 PM	Palermo	Via Tommaso Fazello Bus Stop	1:15 PM	Bologna	Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station		Economy	$83	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Via Tommaso Fazello Bus Stop, Palermo (Italy) at 12/19/2025 5:10:00 PM to Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station, Bologna (Italy) arriving at 12/20/2025 1:15:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $83 per person are available. Travel duration is 20h 5m
	FlixBus	18h 55m	3:25 PM	Palermo	Via Tommaso Fazello Bus Stop	10:20 AM	Bologna	Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station		Economy	$84	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Via Tommaso Fazello Bus Stop, Palermo (Italy) at 12/19/2025 3:25:00 PM to Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station, Bologna (Italy) arriving at 12/20/2025 10:20:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $84 per person are available. Travel duration is 18h 55m

Did you know that if you travel from Palermo to Bologna via Rome, you can save more than $33? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- FlixBus
  
  21h 5m
  
  0
  
  5:10 PM
  
  Palermo
  Via Tommaso Fazello Bus Stop
  
  7:05 AM
  
  Rome
  Tiburtina Bus Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $38
  
  A Bus from FlixBus goes from Via Tommaso Fazello Bus Stop, Palermo (Italy) at 12/18/2025 5:10:00 PM to Tiburtina Bus Station, Rome (Italy) arriving at 12/19/2025 7:05:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $38 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 55m
- FlixBus
  
  5h 25m
  
  0
  
  8:50 AM
  
  Rome
  Tiburtina Bus Station
  
  2:15 PM
  
  Bologna
  Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $13
  
  A Bus from FlixBus goes from Tiburtina Bus Station, Rome (Italy) at 12/19/2025 8:50:00 AM to Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station, Bologna (Italy) arriving at 12/19/2025 2:15:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $13 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 25m
Travel time is 2h 10m longer, but you will save $33

Cheapest bus trips Saturday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	18h 55m	3:25 PM	Palermo	Via Tommaso Fazello Bus Stop	10:20 AM	Bologna	Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station	Economy	$87	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Via Tommaso Fazello Bus Stop, Palermo (Italy) at 12/20/2025 3:25:00 PM to Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station, Bologna (Italy) arriving at 12/21/2025 10:20:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $87 per person are available. Travel duration is 18h 55m
FlixBus	20h 5m	5:10 PM	Palermo	Via Tommaso Fazello Bus Stop	1:15 PM	Bologna	Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station	Economy	$89	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Via Tommaso Fazello Bus Stop, Palermo (Italy) at 12/20/2025 5:10:00 PM to Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station, Bologna (Italy) arriving at 12/21/2025 1:15:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $89 per person are available. Travel duration is 20h 5m
FlixBus	20h 10m	5:25 PM	Palermo	Via Tommaso Fazello Bus Stop	1:35 PM	Bologna	Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station	Economy	$93	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Via Tommaso Fazello Bus Stop, Palermo (Italy) at 12/20/2025 5:25:00 PM to Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station, Bologna (Italy) arriving at 12/21/2025 1:35:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $93 per person are available. Travel duration is 20h 10m

Did you know that if you travel from Palermo to Bologna via Rome, you can save more than $37? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- FlixBus
  
  21h 5m
  
  0
  
  5:10 PM
  
  Palermo
  Via Tommaso Fazello Bus Stop
  
  7:05 AM
  
  Rome
  Tiburtina Bus Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $38
  
  A Bus from FlixBus goes from Via Tommaso Fazello Bus Stop, Palermo (Italy) at 12/18/2025 5:10:00 PM to Tiburtina Bus Station, Rome (Italy) arriving at 12/19/2025 7:05:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $38 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 55m
- FlixBus
  
  5h 25m
  
  0
  
  8:50 AM
  
  Rome
  Tiburtina Bus Station
  
  2:15 PM
  
  Bologna
  Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $13
  
  A Bus from FlixBus goes from Tiburtina Bus Station, Rome (Italy) at 12/19/2025 8:50:00 AM to Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station, Bologna (Italy) arriving at 12/19/2025 2:15:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $13 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 25m
Travel time is 2h 10m longer, but you will save $37

Cheapest bus trips Sunday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	FlixBus	20h 25m	5:10 PM	Palermo	Via Tommaso Fazello Bus Stop	1:35 PM	Bologna	Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station		Economy	$97	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Via Tommaso Fazello Bus Stop, Palermo (Italy) at 12/21/2025 5:10:00 PM to Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station, Bologna (Italy) arriving at 12/22/2025 1:35:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $97 per person are available. Travel duration is 20h 25m
	FlixBus	18h 55m	3:25 PM	Palermo	Via Tommaso Fazello Bus Stop	10:20 AM	Bologna	Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station		Economy	$101	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Via Tommaso Fazello Bus Stop, Palermo (Italy) at 12/21/2025 3:25:00 PM to Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station, Bologna (Italy) arriving at 12/22/2025 10:20:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $101 per person are available. Travel duration is 18h 55m

Did you know that if you travel from Palermo to Bologna via Rome, you can save more than $47? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- FlixBus
  
  21h 5m
  
  0
  
  5:10 PM
  
  Palermo
  Via Tommaso Fazello Bus Stop
  
  7:05 AM
  
  Rome
  Tiburtina Bus Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $38
  
  A Bus from FlixBus goes from Via Tommaso Fazello Bus Stop, Palermo (Italy) at 12/18/2025 5:10:00 PM to Tiburtina Bus Station, Rome (Italy) arriving at 12/19/2025 7:05:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $38 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 55m
- FlixBus
  
  5h 25m
  
  0
  
  8:50 AM
  
  Rome
  Tiburtina Bus Station
  
  2:15 PM
  
  Bologna
  Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $13
  
  A Bus from FlixBus goes from Tiburtina Bus Station, Rome (Italy) at 12/19/2025 8:50:00 AM to Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station, Bologna (Italy) arriving at 12/19/2025 2:15:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $13 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 25m
Travel time is 2h 10m longer, but you will save $47

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Palermo to Bologna is $69 on 1/9/2026. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.

Facts about the bus from Palermo to Bologna

Compare all providers like FlixBus that travel 2 times every day by bus from Palermo to Bologna in one click! Book your bus ticket from Palermo to Bologna starting from $69!

Cheapest Bus	$69
Fastest Bus	18h 55m
Earliest Bus	3:25 PM
Latest Bus	5:10 PM
Daily Bus Routes	2 Ø
Distance	453.1 miles
Bus Companies	FlixBus

Cheapest bus connections from Palermo to Bologna

Every day, 2 buses from 1 bus companies leave Palermo for Bologna: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 12/15/2025 and for the following days.

Sunday

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday 12/14

Monday 12/15

$79

Tuesday 12/16

Wednesday 12/17

Thursday 12/18

$79

Friday 12/19

$83

Saturday 12/20

$87

Sunday 12/21

$97

Monday 12/22

$93

Tuesday 12/23

$97

Wednesday 12/24

Thursday 12/25

Friday 12/26

$97

Saturday 12/27

$117

Sunday 12/28

$91

Monday 12/29

$101

Tuesday 12/30

$101

Wednesday 12/31

Thursday 01/01

Friday 01/02

$128

Saturday 01/03

$158

Sunday 01/04

$141

Monday 01/05

$174

Tuesday 01/06

$178

Wednesday 01/07

Thursday 01/08

$82

Friday 01/09

$69

Saturday 01/10

How to save money travelling from Palermo to Bologna

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 Palermo to Bologna 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 Palermo to Bologna, 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 Palermo to Bologna are also emptier.

All bus stations and stops in Palermo and Bologna

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

Oreto Orsi Bus Stop

Via Oreto 389

Piazza Cairoli Bus Station

Piazza Cairoli Piazza Cairoli

Piazza Indipendenza Station

Piazza Indipendenza Palazzo Reale

Via Tommaso Fazello Bus Stop

Via Tommaso Fazello

Via della Libertà

Via della Libertà 163

Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station

Piazza XX Settembre 6

Piazza Roosevelt Bus Stop

Fiere Train Station

Via Ondina Valla

San Biagio Cefalonia Bus Stop

Casteldebole Train Station

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 Palermo to Bologna? Compare all modes of transports from Palermo to Bologna.

Service and Comfort on the bus from Palermo to Bologna

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

FAQs about the Palermo to Bologna bus

How much does a Palermo Bologna bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $69 and takes 18h 55m to reach Bologna. Compare offers to save money!

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

This route is offered by 1 companies with a range of ticket prices between $69 and $112. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Bologna.

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

Every day, the Palermo to Bologna bus route is served by approximately 2 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

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

The fastest bus from Palermo to Bologna is offered by FlixBus and takes 18h 55m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $79. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Palermo to Bologna?

The earliest bus arriving in Bologna from Palermo starts at 3:25 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 Palermo to Bologna?

The latest bus trip departing from Palermo for Bologna starts at 5:10 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 Palermo Bologna route?

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

Is there a direct bus between Palermo and Bologna?

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

What can I take with me on the Palermo to Bologna 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 Palermo Bologna 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 Palermo Bologna 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 Palermo to Bologna on your planned travel date.

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

Economy

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

More bus routes to Palermo and to Bologna

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