How to get from Bologna to Rome
Compare the train, bus and flight options. Then check them for your own date.
Start with the whole journey.
We compared the ways to travel from Bologna to Rome. The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes 1h, not counting the trip to and from the airports. The two cities are about 303 km apart in a straight line. The price and operators below come from a real route search.
The lowest we recorded in the last 14 days was €29, on Wed, Sep 2.
303 km
Which way suits you?
| Transport | Observed fare | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flight | €68Checked Sep 9 | 1hFlight only | See Flight details |
| Bus | €7Omio catalogue, Sep 9 | 4h 45mdirect | See Bus details |
- Flight€68Checked Sep 91h · Flight onlySee Flight details
- Bus€7Omio catalogue, Sep 94h 45m · directSee Bus details
These figures were observed on different days. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
Bologna to Rome: cheapest or fastest?
All from the same recent search. Pick a tab: the legs, the timing and the difference from the others all change with it.
- 1Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport → Rome Fiumicinoflight
ITA Airways·1h
The best balance of price and time we found on this route.
The observed fares belong to earlier dates.
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The amounts on each day are fares seen earlier, not live offers. A day with no figure is one we have not priced, not one without a service.
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Flight prices by day, Bologna to Rome
The lowest fare we saw for each day over the next three months. Tap a day to search it live.
September 2026
€35October 2026
€40November 2026
€63Departures from Bologna to Rome
FlixBus runs 54 scheduled departures a day, the first at 00:00 and the last at 22:55.
| Operator | Departures a day | First | Last |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBusbus | 54 | 00:00 | 22:55 |
| BlaBlaCar Busbus | 8 | — | — |
Departure times come from operator timetables and are local time at the origin. Where a row shows no times, the frequency is the operator's own and the timetable is not published to us. Times can change on holidays and at short notice; confirm with the operator before you travel.
Departure and arrival
Ticket prices on this route
What each way of travelling costs, as the operator publishes it. These describe the route rather than a date you pick, and they refresh once a day. Booking opens at our partner Omio.
Omio last refreshed these on Wed, Sep 9
Operators seen on these journeys
ITA AirwaysBologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport-Rome FiumicinoSee live options and dates →
FlixBusBologna-Rome TiburtinaBook →On this route you travel with ITA Airways, FlixBus; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
How the trip from Bologna to Rome works
Start with a ITA Airways flight from Bologna to Rome, about 1h. In total it's roughly €68 over 1h, direct, no transfers.
Bologna to Rome: common questions
How long does it take to get from Bologna to Rome?
The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes about 1h. Getting to and from the airports is on top of that.
How far is Rome from Bologna?
About 303 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Bologna to Rome cost?
On the upcoming dates we checked, the cheapest fare ranged from €20 to €29. Run a live search for your own date to see today's price.
Are there direct flights from Bologna to Rome?
Yes. The best option we found flies without a transfer and takes about 1h.
How long is the flight from Bologna to Rome?
About 1h, and that is the flight itself. Getting to and from the airports is on top of it.
What are the airport codes for Bologna and Rome?
Bologna is BLQ and Rome is FCO, so this route is usually written BLQ to FCO.
Which operators run Bologna to Rome?
On this route you travel with ITA Airways, FlixBus.
Can you get from Bologna to Rome without flying?
Yes. A ground route by train takes about 1h 57m.
What is the cheapest way to get from Bologna to Rome?
Usually a flexible date, or leaving from a nearby airport. A live search puts every option for your dates side by side.
Can I book directly?
Yes. Routavio sends you straight to the operator or an independent third-party provider. We never add a booking fee. The final fare and availability are confirmed by that provider.
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