The cheapest and fastest coaches from Bari to Bologna
Cheapest price
$22
Average price
$50
Fastest journey
6 h 30 m
Average duration
7 h 5 m
Buses per day
17
Distance
586 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Bari to Bologna is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bari to Bologna will cost around $50 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only $22.
Of the 17 buses that leave Bari for Bologna every day 10 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 586 km distance in an average of 7 h 5 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 30 m .
The slowest buses will take 8 h 5 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Bari to Bologna among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from $17. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 35m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of $17, and a flight costs an average of $31.
Distance: 586 km
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Most popular Coach | Train | Flight |
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$45 Average Price Cheapest | $73 Average Price | $202 Average Price |
8h 50m Average total duration 8h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 8m Average total duration 6h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 35m Average total duration Fastest 1h 35m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.6 - 1.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.8 - 3.5kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Bari to Bologna bus times
The table below shows live departures for Bari to Bologna coaches for today, Monday, 10 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
206 · 200 | 6:15 am Bari | 8h35 | 2:50 pm Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 6:45 am Bari | 9h30 | 4:15 pm Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
4402 · 2490 | 6:50 am Bari | 13h05 | 7:55 pm Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 10:35 am Bari | 9h50 | 8:25 pm Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
1122 | 10:40 am Bari | 11h00 | 9:40 pm Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
1104 · 2494 | 1:15 pm Bari | 13h10 | 2:25 am Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1 change | |
1104 · 2422 | 1:15 pm Bari | 14h05 | 3:20 am Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1 change | |
1104 · 2772 | 1:15 pm Bari | 12h35 | 1:50 am Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:15 pm Bari, Aeroporto di Bari-Karol Wojtyła | 15h45 | 5:00 am Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1 change | |
1104 · 3826 | 1:15 pm Bari | 13h25 | 2:40 am Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1 change | |
1104 · 3898 | 1:15 pm Bari | 12h10 | 1:25 am Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1 change | |
040 | 6:35 pm Bari | 8h15 | 2:50 am Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
2204 | 7:20 pm Bari | 8h10 | 3:30 am Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 7:35 pm Bari | 8h05 | 3:40 am Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
101 | 10:10 pm Bari | 8h05 | 6:15 am Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:45 am Bari | 11h30 | 12:15 pm Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Bari to Bologna
Buses from Bari to Bologna run on average 17 times per day, taking around 8h 20m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $17 if you book in advance.
There are 9 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 586 km distance in 7h 55m.
Distance 586 km |
Average bus duration 8h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price $17 |
Buses per day 17 |
Direct buses 9 |
Fastest bus 7h 55m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: Itabus, Marino Autolinee, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar from Bari to BolognaYou can travel by bus between Bari to Bologna with Itabus, Marino Autolinee, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar for as low as $17. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bari to Bologna coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bari to Bologna by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Bologna, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Bari, Via Giuseppe Capruzzi (fronte DEA Cafe), which is located around away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre), located away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Bari and Bologna
- 05:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside the arrivals terminal.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 16, 33 Train: FR2
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside the station.
- Ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 10, 12, 13 Train: FR1
- 05:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Italiana (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station)
- Trattoria del Corso (0.5 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 10, 12, 13 Train: FR1, FR2
- 05:30-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Autostazione (in the station)
- Trattoria del Rosso (0.5 km)
- Osteria Broccaindosso (0.7 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 11, 21, 25, 30 Train: Bologna Centrale
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