Bus Frankfurt am Main to Bologna: Compare prices and save money

Compare all timetables for the bus from Frankfurt am Main to Bologna

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Frankfurt am Main to Bologna from various bus operators like FlixBus for the next days.

today

$57

tomorrow

Thursday

Friday

$70

Saturday

$66

Sunday

$71

Monday

$59

Cheapest bus trips today
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	13h 10m	3:15 PM	Frankfurt am Main	Central Station	4:25 AM	Bologna	Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station	Economy	$57	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Frankfurt am Main (Germany) at 9/8/2026 3:15:00 PM to Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station, Bologna (Italy) arriving at 9/9/2026 4:25:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $57 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 10m
FlixBus	14h 40m	5:45 PM	Frankfurt am Main	Central Station	8:25 AM	Bologna	Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station	Economy	$57	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Frankfurt am Main (Germany) at 9/8/2026 5:45:00 PM to Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station, Bologna (Italy) arriving at 9/9/2026 8:25:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $57 per person are available. Travel duration is 14h 40m
FlixBus	15h 15m	7:45 AM	Frankfurt am Main	Central Station	11:00 PM	Bologna	Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station	Economy	$62	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Frankfurt am Main (Germany) at 9/8/2026 7:45:00 AM to Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station, Bologna (Italy) arriving at 9/8/2026 11:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $62 per person are available. Travel duration is 15h 15m
FlixBus	18h 25m	9:15 PM	Frankfurt am Main	Central Station	3:40 PM	Bologna	Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station	Economy	$63	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Frankfurt am Main (Germany) at 9/8/2026 9:15:00 PM to Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station, Bologna (Italy) arriving at 9/9/2026 3:40:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $63 per person are available. Travel duration is 18h 25m
FlixBus	14h 55m	8:30 AM	Frankfurt am Main	Central Station	11:25 PM	Bologna	Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station	Economy	$66	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Frankfurt am Main (Germany) at 9/8/2026 8:30:00 AM to Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station, Bologna (Italy) arriving at 9/8/2026 11:25:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $66 per person are available. Travel duration is 14h 55m

Cheapest bus trips Friday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	15h 15m	7:45 AM	Frankfurt am Main	Central Station	11:00 PM	Bologna	Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station	Economy	$70	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Frankfurt am Main (Germany) at 9/11/2026 7:45:00 AM to Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station, Bologna (Italy) arriving at 9/11/2026 11:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $70 per person are available. Travel duration is 15h 15m
FlixBus	17h 10m	2:45 AM	Frankfurt am Main	Central Station	7:55 PM	Bologna	Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station	Economy	$73	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Frankfurt am Main (Germany) at 9/11/2026 2:45:00 AM to Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station, Bologna (Italy) arriving at 9/11/2026 7:55:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $73 per person are available. Travel duration is 17h 10m
FlixBus	14h 55m	8:30 AM	Frankfurt am Main	Central Station	11:25 PM	Bologna	Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station	Economy	$76	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Frankfurt am Main (Germany) at 9/11/2026 8:30:00 AM to Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station, Bologna (Italy) arriving at 9/11/2026 11:25:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $76 per person are available. Travel duration is 14h 55m
FlixBus	13h 10m	3:15 PM	Frankfurt am Main	Central Station	4:25 AM	Bologna	Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station	Economy	$81	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Frankfurt am Main (Germany) at 9/11/2026 3:15:00 PM to Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station, Bologna (Italy) arriving at 9/12/2026 4:25:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $81 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 10m
FlixBus	14h 15m	7:15 AM	Frankfurt am Main	Central Station	9:30 PM	Bologna	Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station	Economy	$82	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Frankfurt am Main (Germany) at 9/11/2026 7:15:00 AM to Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station, Bologna (Italy) arriving at 9/11/2026 9:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $82 per person are available. Travel duration is 14h 15m

Cheapest bus trips Saturday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	14h 40m	5:45 PM	Frankfurt am Main	Central Station	8:25 AM	Bologna	Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station	Economy	$66	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Frankfurt am Main (Germany) at 9/12/2026 5:45:00 PM to Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station, Bologna (Italy) arriving at 9/13/2026 8:25:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $66 per person are available. Travel duration is 14h 40m
FlixBus	15h 15m	7:45 AM	Frankfurt am Main	Central Station	11:00 PM	Bologna	Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station	Economy	$68	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Frankfurt am Main (Germany) at 9/12/2026 7:45:00 AM to Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station, Bologna (Italy) arriving at 9/12/2026 11:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $68 per person are available. Travel duration is 15h 15m
FlixBus	13h 10m	3:15 PM	Frankfurt am Main	Central Station	4:25 AM	Bologna	Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station	Economy	$69	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Frankfurt am Main (Germany) at 9/12/2026 3:15:00 PM to Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station, Bologna (Italy) arriving at 9/13/2026 4:25:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $69 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 10m
FlixBus	14h 15m	7:15 AM	Frankfurt am Main	Central Station	9:30 PM	Bologna	Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station	Economy	$75	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Frankfurt am Main (Germany) at 9/12/2026 7:15:00 AM to Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station, Bologna (Italy) arriving at 9/12/2026 9:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $75 per person are available. Travel duration is 14h 15m
FlixBus	15h 45m	2:45 AM	Frankfurt am Main	Central Station	6:30 PM	Bologna	Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station	Economy	$77	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Frankfurt am Main (Germany) at 9/12/2026 2:45:00 AM to Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station, Bologna (Italy) arriving at 9/12/2026 6:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $77 per person are available. Travel duration is 15h 45m

Cheapest bus trips Sunday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	12h 40m	10:30 PM	Frankfurt am Main	Central Station	11:10 AM	Bologna	Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station	Economy	$71	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Frankfurt am Main (Germany) at 9/13/2026 10:30:00 PM to Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station, Bologna (Italy) arriving at 9/14/2026 11:10:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $71 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 40m
FlixBus	15h 15m	7:45 AM	Frankfurt am Main	Central Station	11:00 PM	Bologna	Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station	Economy	$75	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Frankfurt am Main (Germany) at 9/13/2026 7:45:00 AM to Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station, Bologna (Italy) arriving at 9/13/2026 11:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $75 per person are available. Travel duration is 15h 15m
FlixBus	14h 55m	8:30 AM	Frankfurt am Main	Central Station	11:25 PM	Bologna	Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station	Economy	$76	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Frankfurt am Main (Germany) at 9/13/2026 8:30:00 AM to Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station, Bologna (Italy) arriving at 9/13/2026 11:25:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $76 per person are available. Travel duration is 14h 55m
FlixBus	14h 45m	12:45 AM	Frankfurt am Main	Central Station	3:30 PM	Bologna	Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station	Economy	$77	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Frankfurt am Main (Germany) at 9/13/2026 12:45:00 AM to Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station, Bologna (Italy) arriving at 9/13/2026 3:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $77 per person are available. Travel duration is 14h 45m
FlixBus	15h 45m	2:45 AM	Frankfurt am Main	Central Station	6:30 PM	Bologna	Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station	Economy	$79	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Frankfurt am Main (Germany) at 9/13/2026 2:45:00 AM to Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station, Bologna (Italy) arriving at 9/13/2026 6:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $79 per person are available. Travel duration is 15h 45m

Cheapest bus trips Monday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	15h 15m	7:45 AM	Frankfurt am Main	Central Station	11:00 PM	Bologna	Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station	Economy	$59	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Frankfurt am Main (Germany) at 9/14/2026 7:45:00 AM to Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station, Bologna (Italy) arriving at 9/14/2026 11:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $59 per person are available. Travel duration is 15h 15m
FlixBus	14h 40m	5:45 PM	Frankfurt am Main	Central Station	8:25 AM	Bologna	Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station	Economy	$59	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Frankfurt am Main (Germany) at 9/14/2026 5:45:00 PM to Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station, Bologna (Italy) arriving at 9/15/2026 8:25:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $59 per person are available. Travel duration is 14h 40m
FlixBus	13h 10m	3:15 PM	Frankfurt am Main	Central Station	4:25 AM	Bologna	Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station	Economy	$60	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Frankfurt am Main (Germany) at 9/14/2026 3:15:00 PM to Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station, Bologna (Italy) arriving at 9/15/2026 4:25:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $60 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 10m
FlixBus	17h 10m	2:45 AM	Frankfurt am Main	Central Station	7:55 PM	Bologna	Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station	Economy	$62	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Frankfurt am Main (Germany) at 9/14/2026 2:45:00 AM to Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station, Bologna (Italy) arriving at 9/14/2026 7:55:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $62 per person are available. Travel duration is 17h 10m
FlixBus	14h 45m	12:45 AM	Frankfurt am Main	Central Station	3:30 PM	Bologna	Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station	Economy	$63	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Frankfurt am Main (Germany) at 9/14/2026 12:45:00 AM to Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station, Bologna (Italy) arriving at 9/14/2026 3:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $63 per person are available. Travel duration is 14h 45m

Frequency of bus connections between Frankfurt am Main and Bologna

See here how frequent the connections between Frankfurt am Main and Bologna are, during different times and days of the week.

Sunday is the busiest day, with more than 8 daily buses from Frankfurt am Main to Bologna. Tuesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 5 daily coaches between Frankfurt am Main and Bologna.

The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 14 buses from Frankfurt am Main to Bologna, while Evening sees the fewest connections between Frankfurt am Main and Bologna, with 5 offers.

Test cheapest views

The cheapest bus for the 9/16/2026 costs just $53, from FlixBus

Facts about the bus from Frankfurt am Main to Bologna

Compare all providers like FlixBus that travel 7 times every day by bus from Frankfurt am Main to Bologna in one click! Book your bus ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Bologna starting from $53!

Cheapest Bus	$53
Fastest Bus	12h 40m
Earliest Bus	7:45 AM
Latest Bus	10:30 PM
Daily Bus Routes	7 Ø
Distance	407.6 miles
Bus Companies	FlixBus

Cheapest bus connections from Frankfurt am Main to Bologna

Every day, 7 buses from 1 bus companies leave Frankfurt am Main for Bologna: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 09/08/2026 and for the following days.

Sunday

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday 09/06

Monday 09/07

Tuesday 09/08

$57

Wednesday 09/09

$59

Thursday 09/10

$62

Friday 09/11

$70

Saturday 09/12

$64

Sunday 09/13

$71

Monday 09/14

$60

Tuesday 09/15

$56

Wednesday 09/16

$53

Thursday 09/17

$53

Friday 09/18

Saturday 09/19

$59

Sunday 09/20

$65

Monday 09/21

$56

Tuesday 09/22

Wednesday 09/23

Thursday 09/24

Friday 09/25

$60

Saturday 09/26

$63

Sunday 09/27

$64

Monday 09/28

Tuesday 09/29

Wednesday 09/30

Thursday 10/01

Friday 10/02

Saturday 10/03

The cheapest time to travel from Frankfurt am Main to Bologna

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Bologna, for the next 30 days.

With a price starting from $56, Monday is the cheapest day for a bus from Frankfurt am Main to Bologna. Sunday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $64.

Night is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Frankfurt am Main to Bologna, with $53. Evening is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $63.

How to save money travelling from Frankfurt am Main to Bologna

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Bologna in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Frankfurt am Main to Bologna, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later buses from Frankfurt am Main to Bologna are also emptier.

All bus stations and stops in Frankfurt am Main and Bologna

In the map below, you can see where to find all bus stations in Frankfurt am Main and Bologna.

Central Bus Station

Karlsruher Straße 10

Stuttgarter Strasse Bus Stop

Stuttgarter Str.

Seilerstraße Bus Stop

Stresemannallee/Mörfelder Landstr. Bus Stop

Baseler Platz Bus Stop

Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station

Piazza XX Settembre 6

Piazza Roosevelt Bus Stop

San Biagio Cefalonia Bus Stop

Farini Bus Stop

Service and Comfort on the bus from Frankfurt am Main to Bologna

Want to know which seat classes are available on the buses from Frankfurt am Main to Bologna? Or which bus companies serve the route Frankfurt am Main to Bologna? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Frankfurt am Main to Bologna bus

How much does a Frankfurt am Main Bologna bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $53 and takes 13h 10m to reach Bologna. Compare offers to save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Frankfurt am Main to Bologna?

This route is offered by 1 companies with a range of ticket prices between $53 and $107. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Bologna.

On average, how many connections are available from Frankfurt am Main to Bologna each day?

Every day, the Frankfurt am Main to Bologna bus route is served by approximately 7 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Frankfurt am Main to Bologna take?

The fastest bus from Frankfurt am Main to Bologna is offered by FlixBus and takes 12h 40m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $92. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Frankfurt am Main to Bologna?

The earliest bus arriving in Bologna from Frankfurt am Main starts at 7:45 AM. However, information regarding departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last bus from Frankfurt am Main to Bologna?

The latest bus trip departing from Frankfurt am Main for Bologna starts at 10:30 PM. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. So just use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies operate the Frankfurt am Main Bologna route?

When traveling by bus from Frankfurt am Main to Bologna, passengers can travel with FlixBus. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works for you.

Is there a direct bus between Frankfurt am Main and Bologna?

You can check all the direct connections between Frankfurt am Main and Bologna by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: FlixBus.

What can I take with me on the Frankfurt am Main to Bologna bus route?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the Frankfurt am Main Bologna bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a bus that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Frankfurt am Main Bologna bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make traveling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Frankfurt am Main to Bologna on your planned travel date.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Frankfurt am Main to Bologna

Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

More bus routes to Frankfurt am Main and to Bologna

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to Frankfurt am Main and to Bologna. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you will find all the details about your bus route!