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Today2 Sept
Tomorrow3 Sept
Thu4 Sept
Fri5 Sept
from US$148
Sat6 Sept
from US$158
Sun7 Sept
Mon8 Sept
Tue9 Sept

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: 5 September at
    Departure city: Madrid
    Departure location: Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4
    Arrival time: 7 September at
    Destination city: Bologna
    Destination location: Bologna Autostazione
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: 5 September at
    Departure city: Madrid
    Departure location: Madrid (South)
    Arrival time: 6 September at
    Destination city: Bologna
    Destination location: Bologna Autostazione
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 5 September at
    Departure city: Madrid
    Departure location: Estación Sur
    Arrival time: 7 September at
    Destination city: Bologna
    Destination location: Bologna
    Operated by: BlaBlaCar BusBlaBlaCar Bus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 5 September at
    Departure city: Madrid
    Departure location: Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4
    Arrival time: 6 September at
    Destination city: Bologna
    Destination location: Bologna Autostazione
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 5 September at
    Departure city: Madrid
    Departure location: Madrid (South)
    Arrival time: 6 September at
    Destination city: Bologna
    Destination location: Bologna Autostazione
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Madrid to Bologna

Bus
Average priceUS$132 - US$346Average duration1d 7h
33kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Carpool
Average priceUS$90 - US$90Average duration22h 30m
55kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Madrid to Bologna

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Bologna. The journey takes about 1 day, 7 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just US$132, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5bus per day
1d 7hAverage duration
US$132Cheapest ticket
33kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Madrid to Bologna: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$238
Average bus trip duration1d 7h
Number of daily buses5
Earliest bus departure00:40
Distance814 miles
Latest bus departure23:45

Madrid to Bologna Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Madrid - Bologna

  1. How far is Bologna from Madrid by coach?

    The journey from Madrid to Bologna by coach covers an approximate distance of 815 miles (1314 km).

  2. Is there a way to reach Bologna from Madrid without flying?

    To travel from Madrid to Bologna without flying, you can take the coaches. The coach provides a comfortable and sustainable journey and allows you to enjoy the sights while reaching your destination. You might also find carpooling options to travel between the two cities.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
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01/09
US$140
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03/09
US$130
04/09
US$139
05/09
US$144
06/09
US$154
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Madrid to Bologna was searched and found on 3 Sept 2025 with a price of US$130

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Madrid to Bologna as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$130 to US$215 for a bus ticket from Madrid to Bologna based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$130, which is on 2025-09-03.

Usually FlixBus will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Madrid and Bologna!

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Madrid to Bologna, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from Madrid to Bologna will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Madrid to Bologna, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travellers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

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