What is the distance between Parma and Bologna?

About 54 miles (88 km) separate Parma and Bologna.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Parma to Bologna?

If you're headed to Bologna from Parma, chances are that your bus will leave from Fermata dell'autobus Parma and arrive at Bologna. These are the main departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can also find other options that could better fit your plans.

What are the best sights and things to do in Bologna?

Once in Bologna, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Basilica of San Domenico, Terme San Luca - Pluricenter, MAMbo - Bologna Modern Art Museum, National Gallery and Italian Cooking Class at Agriturismo San Giuliano.

Bus Parma to Bologna from $5 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Parma to Bologna on September 18
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
10:40am	Stazione de Parma	1h 20m	12:00pm	Bologna Autostazione	Cheapest
2:35pm	Stazione de Parma	1h 15m	3:50pm	Bologna Autostazione	Fastest
9:55pm	Fermata dell'autobus Parma	1h 25m	11:20pm	Bologna Autostazione	No tags
11:15am	Fermata dell'autobus Parma	1h 40m	12:55pm	Bologna Autostazione	No tags
4:30pm	Fermata dell'autobus Parma	1h 50m	6:20pm	Bologna Autostazione	No tags

Next departures for Parma to Bologna on September 19
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
11:15am	Fermata dell'autobus Parma	1h 40m	12:55pm	Bologna Autostazione	Cheapest
2:35pm	Stazione de Parma	1h 15m	3:50pm	Bologna Autostazione	Fastest
9:55pm	Fermata dell'autobus Parma	1h 25m	11:20pm	Bologna Autostazione	No tags
11:15am	Fermata dell'autobus Parma	1h 40m	12:55pm	Bologna Autostazione	No tags
4:30pm	Fermata dell'autobus Parma	1h 50m	6:20pm	Bologna Autostazione	No tags

Next departures for Parma to Bologna on September 20
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
10:40am	Stazione de Parma	1h 20m	12:00pm	Bologna Autostazione	Cheapest
2:35pm	Stazione de Parma	1h 15m	3:50pm	Bologna Autostazione	Fastest
9:55pm	Fermata dell'autobus Parma	1h 25m	11:20pm	Bologna Autostazione	No tags
1:10pm	Fermata dell'autobus Parma	1h 20m	2:30pm	Bologna Autostazione	No tags
4:30pm	Fermata dell'autobus Parma	1h 50m	6:20pm	Bologna Autostazione	No tags

Next departures for Parma to Bologna on September 22
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
10:40am	Stazione de Parma	1h 20m	12:00pm	Bologna Autostazione	Cheapest
2:35pm	Stazione de Parma	1h 15m	3:50pm	Bologna Autostazione	Fastest
9:55pm	Fermata dell'autobus Parma	1h 25m	11:20pm	Bologna Autostazione	No tags
1:10pm	Fermata dell'autobus Parma	1h 20m	2:30pm	Bologna Autostazione	No tags
4:30pm	Fermata dell'autobus Parma	1h 50m	6:20pm	Bologna Autostazione	No tags

Compare 3 ways to go from Parma to Bologna.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$9 - $53	Average Duration1h 25m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	Most eco-friendly
Train	Average Price$14 - $43	Average Duration1h 4m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	Fastest
Carpool	Average Price$6 - $20	Average Duration1h 10m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars	Cheapest

Busbud recommends carpooling from Parma to Bologna

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Bologna. The journey takes about 1 hour 10 minutes and with fares starting at just $6, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

12carpool per day

1h 10mAverage Duration

$6Cheapest ticket

4kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Parma to Bologna: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$11

Average bus trip duration1h 25m

Number of daily buses6

Earliest bus departure1:00am

Distance54 miles (87 km)

Latest bus departure11:50pm

Compare bus companies

Itabus

4/5926 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi3.1

FlixBus

3.5/510,557 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

Autolinee Federico

4.5/5322 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness4.7

Cleanliness4.9

Wifi4.4

MarinoBus

4/5876 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.3

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi3.1

GoOpti

4.5/5140 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.8

Cleanliness4.9

Wifi4

BlaBlaCar Bus

3.5/510,855 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.6

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi2.6

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Parma to Bologna Bus

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Where are the popular stops in Parma and Bologna?

Stops in Parma

A - Fermata dell'autobus Parma

B - Stazione de Parma

C - Parma Fermata Dell'autobus

D - Parma - Fermata dell'autobus Centro-Parcheggio Scambiatore

E - Parcheggio Nord

Stops in Bologna

A - Bologna

B - Piazza XX Settembre

C - Stazione Centrale

D - A14 Autostrada Adriatica

E - Via Francesco Petrarca, 21

F - Area di Servizio Cantagallo

Frequently asked questions for your trip Parma - Bologna

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Best price found

09/16

$10

09/17

$6

Today

$6

09/19

$9

09/20

$5

09/21

$10

09/22

$5

09/23

$9

The cheapest trip from Parma to Bologna was searched and found on Sep 20, 2025 with a price of $5

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

You can expect to pay from $5 to $25 for a bus ticket from Parma to Bologna based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $5 which is on 2025-09-20.

Usually MarinoBus 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

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while traveling from Parma to Bologna.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you're bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Parma to Bologna.

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Parma to Bologna that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Parma to Bologna while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

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What is the distance between Parma and Bologna?

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