Milan to Bologna
Several transport options connect Milan and Bologna, all brought together here so you can compare schedules, travel times and prices in one place.
Travel options for Milan to Bologna
On your journey from Milan to Bologna, take a bus for 6 EUR to save, or get there quicker with train in 1h y 4 minutes.
Bus from Milan to Bologna
Catch a bus from multiple stations, including Milan Via Giuseppe Impastato, Lampugnano Bus Terminal, Milan, Milan and others, with the first trip of the day at 00:30, and start your journey from Milan toward Bologna. The service stops at Bologna Bus Station or Bologna Bus Terminal, with departures running frequently throughout the day so you can pick a time that fits your plans. The trip takes about 2 hours 15 minutes, and tickets start from 6 EUR. Reserve your seat ahead of time here.
Prices: 6 EUR
Duration: 2h 15m – 4h 20m ⏱
Combined from Milan to Bologna
Start your journey from Milan to Bologna with combined transport, departing from Linate Airport Bus Station, Milan. The trip usually takes around 7 hours 25 minutes, with tickets starting at 39 EUR, and you’ll arrive at Bologna Bus Station. Check schedules and reserve your journey view combined options.
Prices: 39 EUR
Duration: 7h 25m – 10h 5m ⏱
Train from Milan to Bologna
Hop on a train departing from Milano Centrale to travel from Milan to Bologna, arriving at Bologna Main. The ride takes around 1 hour 4 minutes with fares starting from 41 EUR. Be sure to reserve your seat for this journey.
Prices: 41 EUR
Duration: 1h 4m – 1h 14m ⏱
Charter from Milan to Bologna
Skip the queues and crowded transport: a private driver will pick you up in Milan and drop you exactly where you want in Bologna. With a journey time of roughly 2 hours 14 minutes, this is the easiest way to travel, offering privacy and flexibility. Fares start at 480 EUR, and you can reserve your transfer here.
Prices: 480 EUR
Duration: 2h 14m – 2h 46m ⏱
Bus Routes & Schedules from Milan to Bologna
Between Milan and Bologna, this bus connection is served by several stations rather than a single fixed terminal. The exact travel time varies depending on where you board and exit the bus, but most trips take approximately 2h 15m to 4h 20m. Services run throughout the day, operating from 00:30 until 23:10, and fares typically begin at 6 to 66 EUR. By checking the full bus timetable for Milan to Bologna, you can compare different station pairings, journey lengths and departure times to choose the option that best matches your travel plans.
Cheapest Bus Milan to Bologna
6 EUR, from Milan Via Giuseppe Impastato to Bologna Bus Station, departure at some times, duration 2h 45mFastest Bus Milan to Bologna
21 EUR, from Milan Via Giuseppe Impastato to Bologna Bus Station, departure at 21:05, duration 2h 15mBus Timetable: Assago Milan → Bologna Bus Station
- 09:05 12:05 3h 11 EUR
- 15:50 18:30 2h 40m 10 EUR
Bus Timetable: Lampugnano Bus Terminal, Milan → Bologna Bus Station
- 02:25 05:05 2h 40m 28 EUR
- 05:15 08:25 3h 10m 6 EUR
- 05:35 08:40 3h 5m 7 EUR
- 06:15 09:35 3h 20m 6 EUR
- 08:20 12:05 3h 45m 11 EUR
- 09:45 13:00 3h 15m 13 EUR
- 10:30 13:25 2h 55m 10 EUR
- 11:25 14:20 2h 55m 12 EUR
- 12:25 15:30 3h 5m 10 EUR
- 12:30 16:10 3h 40m 10 EUR
- 12:40 16:15 3h 35m 10 EUR
- 15:05 18:15 3h 10m 13 EUR
- 15:15 18:30 3h 15m 10 EUR
- 16:20 19:30 3h 10m 12 EUR
- 17:00 19:55 2h 55m 12 EUR
- 17:45 21:05 3h 20m 18 EUR
- 18:25 21:30 3h 5m 21 EUR
- 20:25 23:25 3h 28 EUR
- 22:00 00:50 2h 50m 22 EUR
- 22:30 01:50 3h 20m 13 EUR
Bus Timetable: Milan → Bologna Bus Station
- 14:30 18:20 3h 50m 27 EUR
- 20:25 23:20 2h 55m 21 EUR
Bus Timetable: Milan → Bologna Bus Terminal
- 08:55 12:20 3h 25m 28 EUR
- 10:40 13:55 3h 15m 28 EUR
- 12:50 16:25 3h 35m 22 EUR
- 16:00 19:00 3h 33 EUR
- 19:20 23:00 3h 40m 28 EUR
- 22:30 02:05 3h 35m 66 EUR
Bus Timetable: Milan Malpensa Airport T2 Arrivals → Bologna Bus Terminal
- 09:45 13:55 4h 10m 30 EUR
Bus Timetable: Milan San Donato → Bologna Bus Station
- 15:15 18:20 3h 5m 31 EUR
Bus Timetable: Milan Via Giuseppe Impastato → Bologna Bus Station
- 06:50 09:35 2h 45m 6 EUR
- 08:10 10:35 2h 25m 16 EUR
- 09:40 12:10 2h 30m 11 EUR
- 13:25 16:10 2h 45m 10 EUR
- 14:45 17:15 2h 30m 19 EUR
- 17:05 19:30 2h 25m 12 EUR
- 18:30 21:05 2h 35m 18 EUR
- 19:10 21:30 2h 20m 21 EUR
- 21:05 23:25 2h 20m 28 EUR
- 21:05 23:20 2h 15m 21 EUR
- 23:10 01:50 2h 40m 13 EUR
Bus Timetable: Milan Via Giuseppe Impastato → Bologna Bus Terminal
- 00:30 03:00 2h 30m 55 EUR
- 08:00 10:50 2h 50m 17 EUR
- 09:45 12:20 2h 35m 28 EUR
- 12:35 15:20 2h 45m 12 EUR
- 13:35 16:25 2h 50m 22 EUR
- 20:05 23:00 2h 55m 28 EUR
- 21:00 23:45 2h 45m 28 EUR
Bus Timetable: Sesto San Giovanni Viale Antonio Gramsci, Cinisello Balsamo → Bologna Bus Station
- 14:00 18:20 4h 20m 31 EUR
Bus Timetable: Sesto San Giovanni, Milan → Bologna Bus Station
- 14:20 17:15 2h 55m 19 EUR
Combined Routes & Schedules from Milan to Bologna
Board at Linate Airport Bus Station, Milan for a flexible transfer across different vehicles en route to Bologna. The journey typically lasts 7h 25m to 10h 5m, with departures scheduled from 10:20 until 15:35 and fares starting from 39 to 53 EUR. Arrival is at Bologna Bus Station, and reviewing the timetable for connections between Milan and Bologna ensures you pick the departure that suits your schedule.
Cheapest Combined Milan to Bologna
39 EUR, from Linate Airport Bus Station, Milan to Bologna Bus Station, departure at 10:20, duration 10h 5mFastest Combined Milan to Bologna
53 EUR, from Linate Airport Bus Station, Milan to Bologna Bus Station, departure at 15:35, duration 7h 25mCombined Timetable: Linate Airport Bus Station, Milan → Bologna Bus Station
- 10:20 20:25 10h 5m 39 EUR
- 15:35 23:00 7h 25m 53 EUR
Train Routes & Schedules from Milan to Bologna
Board the train at Milano Centrale, the only direct service from Milan to Bologna. Services run from 05:40 until 20:40, and the rail journey usually takes around 1h 4m to 1h 14m before arriving at Bologna Main. Tickets start from 41 to 67 EUR, and you can check the full timetable for the Milan–Bologna route to find the departure that fits your schedule and reserve your seat.
Cheapest Train Milan to Bologna
41 EUR, from Milano Centrale to Bologna Main, departure at some times, duration 1h 4mFastest Train Milan to Bologna
45 EUR, from Milano Centrale to Bologna Main, departure at some times, duration 1h 4mTrain Timetable: Milano Centrale → Bologna Main
- 05:40 06:54 1h 14m 41 EUR
- 06:40 07:54 1h 14m 45 EUR
- 06:45 07:49 1h 4m 41 EUR
- 07:40 08:54 1h 14m 56 EUR
- 07:45 08:49 1h 4m 45 EUR
- 08:40 09:54 1h 14m 67 EUR
- 09:40 10:54 1h 14m 56 EUR
- 10:40 11:54 1h 14m 51 EUR
- 11:40 12:54 1h 14m 67 EUR
- 12:40 13:54 1h 14m 67 EUR
- 13:40 14:54 1h 14m 56 EUR
- 14:40 15:54 1h 14m 56 EUR
- 15:40 16:54 1h 14m 51 EUR
- 16:40 17:54 1h 14m 67 EUR
- 17:40 18:54 1h 14m 67 EUR
- 17:45 18:49 1h 4m 45 EUR
- 18:40 19:54 1h 14m 67 EUR
- 18:45 19:49 1h 4m 45 EUR
- 19:40 20:54 1h 14m 45 EUR
- 20:40 21:54 1h 14m 67 EUR
Charter Routes & Schedules from Milan to Bologna
On this private transfer route between Milan and Bologna, there are multiple pickup and drop-off points available, giving you the flexibility to start and end your ride where it suits you best. Travel times vary depending on your chosen locations, typically around 2h 14m to 2h 46m. Fares start at 480 to 531 EUR, and departures are fully adaptable to your schedule. Reviewing the available pickup and drop-off options allows you to plan a route that works perfectly with your day and ensures a comfortable, personalized journey Milan to Bologna.
Cheapest & Fastest Charter Milan to Bologna
480 EUR, from Milan Linate Airport to Bologna Airport, departure at --:--, duration 2h 14mCharter Timetable: Bresso Hotel Transfer → Bologna Airport
- --:-- --:-- 2h 46m 531 EUR
Charter Timetable: Bresso Hotel Transfer → Bologna Hotel Transfer
- --:-- --:-- 2h 46m 531 EUR
Charter Timetable: Cinisello Balsamo Hotel Transfer → Bologna Airport
- --:-- --:-- 2h 46m 531 EUR
Charter Timetable: Cinisello Balsamo Hotel Transfer → Bologna Hotel Transfer
- --:-- --:-- 2h 46m 531 EUR
Charter Timetable: Lampugnano Hotel Transfer, Milan → Bologna Airport
- --:-- --:-- 2h 46m 531 EUR
Charter Timetable: Lampugnano Hotel Transfer, Milan → Bologna Hotel Transfer
- --:-- --:-- 2h 46m 531 EUR
Charter Timetable: Milan Hotel Transfer → Bologna Airport
- --:-- --:-- 2h 46m 531 EUR
Charter Timetable: Milan Hotel Transfer → Bologna Hotel Transfer
- --:-- --:-- 2h 46m 531 EUR
Charter Timetable: Milan Linate Airport → Bologna Airport
- --:-- --:-- 2h 14m 480 EUR
Charter Timetable: Milan Linate Airport → Bologna Hotel Transfer
- --:-- --:-- 2h 14m 480 EUR
Frequently Asked Questions Milan to Bologna
Below you will find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Milan to Bologna.
How long does the Milan to Bologna route usually take?
Travel time on the Milan to Bologna route depends on the transport type and the specific departure point. Trains take about 1 hour 4 minutes to 1 hour 14 minutes, while buses usually take about 2 hours 15 minutes to 4 hours 20 minutes.
What is the cheapest way to travel from Milan to Bologna?
The cheapest Milan to Bologna option is usually the bus, with fares starting at 6 EUR. Train tickets start at 41 EUR, and the available transfer service starts at 39 EUR, so buses are the lowest-cost common choice.
How much does the Milan to Bologna trip cost overall?
Prices on the Milan to Bologna route vary by transport. Buses cost about 6 EUR to 66 EUR, trains cost about 41 EUR to 67 EUR, and the transfer service costs about 480 EUR to 531 EUR. The route price depends on the operator and departure point.
Which option is the fastest for Milan to Bologna?
The fastest Milan to Bologna option is the train, which takes about 1 hour 4 minutes to 1 hour 14 minutes. The transfer service from Milan Linate Airport is also relatively quick at about 2 hours 14 minutes, but it is still slower than the train.
Where do Milan to Bologna buses usually leave from and arrive?
Milan to Bologna buses depart from several points, including Lampugnano Bus Terminal, Milan San Donato, Assago Milan, and Milan Malpensa Airport T2 Arrivals. They arrive at Bologna Bus Station or Bologna Bus Terminal, depending on the service.
Where does the Milan to Bologna train start and end?
The Milan to Bologna train runs from Milano Centrale to Bologna Main. This is the main rail connection listed for the route, and all train trips on this route use those stations.
How often do Milan to Bologna buses run, and what are the first and last departures?
Milan to Bologna buses run throughout the day, with the first departure at 00:30 and the last at 23:10. The schedule is spread across many services, but no fixed minute-by-minute frequency is listed.
What are the first and last train departures on the Milan to Bologna route?
The Milan to Bologna train service starts at 05:40 and the last departure is at 20:40. There are 20 train trips listed, so departures are available across much of the day.
How do Milan to Bologna bus times differ by departure point?
Bus duration on the Milan to Bologna route changes by departure point. Trips from Milan Via Giuseppe Impastato can take about 2 hours 15 minutes to 2 hours 45 minutes, while some services from Milan or Lampugnano take closer to 3 to 4 hours 20 minutes.
How does the transfer service work on the Milan to Bologna route?
The transfer service on the Milan to Bologna route is available from places such as Milan Linate Airport, Milan Hotel Transfer, and Lampugnano Hotel Transfer, Milan. It arrives at Bologna Airport or Bologna Hotel Transfer, with trips taking about 2 hours 14 minutes to 2 hours 46 minutes.
Can I book Milan to Bologna tickets online?
Yes, Milan to Bologna tickets can be booked online through TicketRoutes.com. That is the simplest way to check the listed train, bus, and transfer options for this route and compare departure points, prices, and travel times.
Which Milan to Bologna bus routes are the quickest?
Among the listed buses, the quickest Milan to Bologna service is from Milan Via Giuseppe Impastato to Bologna Bus Station at about 2 hours 15 minutes. Other faster bus options include Assago Milan to Bologna Bus Station at about 2 hours 40 minutes.
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