How to get from Naples to Bologna
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 Naples to Bologna. The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes 4h 50m, not counting the trip to and from the airports. The two cities are about 468 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 €27, on Wed, Sep 9.
This fare comes from a search on September 5, 2026 and has not been refreshed since. Run a live search for today's price.
468 km
Which way suits you?
| Transport | Observed fare | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flight | €72Checked Sep 5 | 4h 50m1 transfer | See Flight details |
| Bus | €16Omio catalogue, Sep 9 | 6h 35mdirect | See Bus details |
- Flight€72Checked Sep 54h 50m · 1 transferSee Flight details
- Bus€16Omio catalogue, Sep 96h 35m · directSee Bus details
These figures were observed on different days. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
Naples to Bologna: 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.
- 1Naples → Palermoflight
Volotea·1h - 2Palermo → Bolognaflight
Volotea·1h 35m
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.
Departures from Naples to Bologna
FlixBus runs 18 scheduled departures a day, the first at 02:40 and the last at 23:10.
| Operator | Departures a day | First | Last |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBusbus | 18 | 02:40 | 23:10 |
| BlaBlaCar Busbus | 2 | 12:30 | 13:30 |
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
VoloteaNaples-PalermoSee live options and dates →VoloteaPalermo-BolognaSee live options and dates →
FlixBusNaples-BolognaBook →
ITA AirwaysNaples-Rome, Rome-BolognaSee live options and dates →On this route you travel with Volotea, FlixBus, ITA Airways; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
How the trip from Naples to Bologna works
Start with a Volotea flight from Naples to Bologna, connecting in Palermo, about 4h 50m. In total it's roughly €72 over 4h 50m, 1 transfer.
Naples to Bologna: common questions
How long does it take to get from Naples to Bologna?
The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes about 4h 50m. Getting to and from the airports is on top of that.
How far is Bologna from Naples?
About 468 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Naples to Bologna cost?
On the upcoming dates we checked, the cheapest fare ranged from €27 to €40. Run a live search for your own date to see today's price.
Are there direct flights from Naples to Bologna?
The most useful route we found connects: 1 transfer, 4h 50m in total. On flexible dates a live search sometimes turns up a nonstop.
How long is the flight from Naples to Bologna?
About 4h 50m, and that is the flight itself. Getting to and from the airports is on top of it.
What are the airport codes for Naples and Bologna?
Naples is NAP and Bologna is BLQ, so this route is usually written NAP to BLQ.
Which operators run Naples to Bologna?
On this route you travel with Volotea, FlixBus, ITA Airways.
Can you get from Naples to Bologna without flying?
Yes. A ground route by train takes about 3h 28m.
What is the cheapest way to get from Naples to Bologna?
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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