Rome to Bologna by flight + bus
This route from Rome to Bologna is not by plane the whole way: by flight, bus it takes about 5h 25m in total, run by ITA Airways, FlixBus. A cheaper option we found is bus, at €23. The flight is still the quickest.
A closer look at the Flight journey
What follows describes one observed route. It does not mean this is the fastest option on the line.
- Observed fare
- €83
- Total journey
- 5h 25m
- Change
- 1 transfer
- Operator
- ITA Airways, FlixBus
Checked Sep 5 · Not checked for your date
The journey, step by step
- 1Rome Fiumicino to Milan Linate
ITA Airways1h 10mThe exact stop, platform and times are not in this record; confirm them with the provider.
Change at Milan Linate - 2Milan to Bologna
FlixBus2h 20mThe exact stop, platform and times are not in this record; confirm them with the provider.
Departures from Rome to Bologna
FlixBus runs 59 scheduled departures a day, the first at 04:30 and the last at 23:50.
| Operator | Departures a day | First | Last |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBusbus | 59 | 04:30 | 23:50 |
| BlaBlaCar Busbus | 7 | — | — |
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.
Before you travel
Which airports?
The airports are in this record; the terminal, the gate and the trip to the airport are not. Confirm the terminal on your own ticket.
Check-in and security
The flight time covers the airborne part only. Allow separate time for reaching the airport, check-in, security and the journey on arrival.
Baggage and ticket conditions
Baggage allowance and ticket conditions depend on the provider you choose and the fare type. This record holds neither, so check the change and cancellation terms before you buy.
Accessibility
Accessibility services and facilities are not in this record. Contact the operator before travelling for current information.
Other ways to travel
| Transport | Observed fare | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Train | €49Reading date not recorded | 5h 40m1 transfer | See Train details |
| Bus | €9Omio catalogue, Sep 9 | 5h 30mdirect | See Bus details |
- Train€49Reading date not recorded5h 40m · 1 transferSee Train details
- Bus€9Omio catalogue, Sep 95h 30m · directSee Bus details
These figures were observed on different days. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
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
Rome to Bologna by plane: common questions
How long does Rome to Bologna take by plane?
The flight does not cover the whole route: flight + bus together take about 5h 25m, 1 transfer.
How much is a flight ticket from Rome to Bologna?
The best price in our latest check was €83. The exact fare depends on the date and how full the service is.
Who runs the flight from Rome to Bologna?
ITA Airways, FlixBus. You buy the ticket directly from them.
Is the flight or the bus better?
The bus is cheaper at €23. The flight wins on journey time.
Where else this route goes
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