Bus Parma to Bologna: Compare prices and save money

Compare all timetables for the bus from Parma to Bologna

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Parma to Bologna from various bus operators like FlixBus, MarinoBus or Autolinee Federico for the next days.

today

$12

tomorrow

$12

Sunday

$17

Monday

$12

Tuesday

$12

Wednesday

$12

Thursday

$23

Cheapest bus trips today
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	1h 25m	10:40 AM	Parma	Via Villa Sant'Angelo Bus Station	12:05 PM	Bologna	Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station	Economy	$12	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Via Villa Sant'Angelo Bus Station, Parma (Italy) at 7/24/2026 10:40:00 AM to Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station, Bologna (Italy) arriving at 7/24/2026 12:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $12 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 25m
FlixBus	1h 20m	11:40 AM	Parma	Via Villa Sant'Angelo Bus Station	1:00 PM	Bologna	Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station	Economy	$12	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Via Villa Sant'Angelo Bus Station, Parma (Italy) at 7/24/2026 11:40:00 AM to Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station, Bologna (Italy) arriving at 7/24/2026 1:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $12 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 20m
Autolinee Federico	1h 50m	4:30 PM	Parma	Via Villa Sant'Angelo Bus Station	6:20 PM	Bologna	Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station	Economy	$22	A Bus from Autolinee Federico goes from Via Villa Sant'Angelo Bus Station, Parma (Italy) at 7/24/2026 4:30:00 PM to Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station, Bologna (Italy) arriving at 7/24/2026 6:20:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $22 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 50m
MarinoBus	1h 25m	9:55 PM	Parma	Via Villa Sant'Angelo Bus Station	11:20 PM	Bologna	Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station	Economy	$23	A Bus from MarinoBus goes from Via Villa Sant'Angelo Bus Station, Parma (Italy) at 7/24/2026 9:55:00 PM to Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station, Bologna (Italy) arriving at 7/24/2026 11:20:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $23 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 25m

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	1h 20m	11:40 AM	Parma	Via Villa Sant'Angelo Bus Station	1:00 PM	Bologna	Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station	Economy	$12	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Via Villa Sant'Angelo Bus Station, Parma (Italy) at 7/25/2026 11:40:00 AM to Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station, Bologna (Italy) arriving at 7/25/2026 1:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $12 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 20m
FlixBus	1h 20m	4:55 PM	Parma	Via Villa Sant'Angelo Bus Station	6:15 PM	Bologna	Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station	Economy	$12	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Via Villa Sant'Angelo Bus Station, Parma (Italy) at 7/25/2026 4:55:00 PM to Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station, Bologna (Italy) arriving at 7/25/2026 6:15:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $12 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 20m
FlixBus	1h 25m	9:50 PM	Parma	Via Villa Sant'Angelo Bus Station	11:15 PM	Bologna	Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station	Economy	$12	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Via Villa Sant'Angelo Bus Station, Parma (Italy) at 7/25/2026 9:50:00 PM to Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station, Bologna (Italy) arriving at 7/25/2026 11:15:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $12 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 25m
MarinoBus	1h 25m	9:55 PM	Parma	Via Villa Sant'Angelo Bus Station	11:20 PM	Bologna	Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station	Economy	$23	A Bus from MarinoBus goes from Via Villa Sant'Angelo Bus Station, Parma (Italy) at 7/25/2026 9:55:00 PM to Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station, Bologna (Italy) arriving at 7/25/2026 11:20:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $23 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 25m

Cheapest bus trips Sunday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	Autolinee Federico	1h 50m	4:30 PM	Parma	Via Villa Sant'Angelo Bus Station	6:20 PM	Bologna	Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station		Economy	$17	A Bus from Autolinee Federico goes from Via Villa Sant'Angelo Bus Station, Parma (Italy) at 7/26/2026 4:30:00 PM to Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station, Bologna (Italy) arriving at 7/26/2026 6:20:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $17 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 50m
	MarinoBus	1h 25m	9:55 PM	Parma	Via Villa Sant'Angelo Bus Station	11:20 PM	Bologna	Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station		Economy	$26	A Bus from MarinoBus goes from Via Villa Sant'Angelo Bus Station, Parma (Italy) at 7/26/2026 9:55:00 PM to Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station, Bologna (Italy) arriving at 7/26/2026 11:20:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $26 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 25m

Cheapest bus trips Monday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	1h 25m	10:40 AM	Parma	Via Villa Sant'Angelo Bus Station	12:05 PM	Bologna	Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station	Economy	$12	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Via Villa Sant'Angelo Bus Station, Parma (Italy) at 7/27/2026 10:40:00 AM to Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station, Bologna (Italy) arriving at 7/27/2026 12:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $12 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 25m
FlixBus	1h 20m	11:40 AM	Parma	Via Villa Sant'Angelo Bus Station	1:00 PM	Bologna	Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station	Economy	$12	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Via Villa Sant'Angelo Bus Station, Parma (Italy) at 7/27/2026 11:40:00 AM to Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station, Bologna (Italy) arriving at 7/27/2026 1:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $12 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 20m
Autolinee Federico	1h 50m	4:30 PM	Parma	Via Villa Sant'Angelo Bus Station	6:20 PM	Bologna	Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station	Economy	$17	A Bus from Autolinee Federico goes from Via Villa Sant'Angelo Bus Station, Parma (Italy) at 7/27/2026 4:30:00 PM to Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station, Bologna (Italy) arriving at 7/27/2026 6:20:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $17 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 50m
MarinoBus	1h 25m	9:55 PM	Parma	Via Villa Sant'Angelo Bus Station	11:20 PM	Bologna	Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station	Economy	$23	A Bus from MarinoBus goes from Via Villa Sant'Angelo Bus Station, Parma (Italy) at 7/27/2026 9:55:00 PM to Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station, Bologna (Italy) arriving at 7/27/2026 11:20:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $23 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 25m

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	1h 25m	10:40 AM	Parma	Via Villa Sant'Angelo Bus Station	12:05 PM	Bologna	Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station	Economy	$12	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Via Villa Sant'Angelo Bus Station, Parma (Italy) at 7/28/2026 10:40:00 AM to Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station, Bologna (Italy) arriving at 7/28/2026 12:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $12 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 25m
FlixBus	1h 20m	11:40 AM	Parma	Via Villa Sant'Angelo Bus Station	1:00 PM	Bologna	Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station	Economy	$12	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Via Villa Sant'Angelo Bus Station, Parma (Italy) at 7/28/2026 11:40:00 AM to Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station, Bologna (Italy) arriving at 7/28/2026 1:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $12 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 20m
Autolinee Federico	1h 50m	4:30 PM	Parma	Via Villa Sant'Angelo Bus Station	6:20 PM	Bologna	Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station	Economy	$23	A Bus from Autolinee Federico goes from Via Villa Sant'Angelo Bus Station, Parma (Italy) at 7/28/2026 4:30:00 PM to Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station, Bologna (Italy) arriving at 7/28/2026 6:20:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $23 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 50m
MarinoBus	1h 25m	9:55 PM	Parma	Via Villa Sant'Angelo Bus Station	11:20 PM	Bologna	Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station	Economy	$26	A Bus from MarinoBus goes from Via Villa Sant'Angelo Bus Station, Parma (Italy) at 7/28/2026 9:55:00 PM to Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station, Bologna (Italy) arriving at 7/28/2026 11:20:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $26 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 25m

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	1h 25m	10:40 AM	Parma	Via Villa Sant'Angelo Bus Station	12:05 PM	Bologna	Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station	Economy	$12	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Via Villa Sant'Angelo Bus Station, Parma (Italy) at 7/29/2026 10:40:00 AM to Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station, Bologna (Italy) arriving at 7/29/2026 12:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $12 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 25m
FlixBus	1h 20m	11:40 AM	Parma	Via Villa Sant'Angelo Bus Station	1:00 PM	Bologna	Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station	Economy	$12	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Via Villa Sant'Angelo Bus Station, Parma (Italy) at 7/29/2026 11:40:00 AM to Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station, Bologna (Italy) arriving at 7/29/2026 1:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $12 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 20m
FlixBus	1h 20m	4:55 PM	Parma	Via Villa Sant'Angelo Bus Station	6:15 PM	Bologna	Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station	Economy	$12	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Via Villa Sant'Angelo Bus Station, Parma (Italy) at 7/29/2026 4:55:00 PM to Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station, Bologna (Italy) arriving at 7/29/2026 6:15:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $12 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 20m
FlixBus	1h 25m	9:50 PM	Parma	Via Villa Sant'Angelo Bus Station	11:15 PM	Bologna	Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station	Economy	$12	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Via Villa Sant'Angelo Bus Station, Parma (Italy) at 7/29/2026 9:50:00 PM to Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station, Bologna (Italy) arriving at 7/29/2026 11:15:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $12 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 25m

Cheapest bus trips Thursday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	MarinoBus	1h 25m	9:55 PM	Parma	Via Villa Sant'Angelo Bus Station	11:20 PM	Bologna	Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station		Economy	$23	A Bus from MarinoBus goes from Via Villa Sant'Angelo Bus Station, Parma (Italy) at 7/30/2026 9:55:00 PM to Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station, Bologna (Italy) arriving at 7/30/2026 11:20:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $23 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 25m

Frequency of bus connections between Parma and Bologna

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

Friday is the busiest day, with more than 10 daily buses from Parma to Bologna. Sunday has instead the fewest connections, with only 3 daily coaches between Parma and Bologna.

The busiest time of the day is the Evening, with 17 buses from Parma to Bologna, while Morning sees the fewest connections between Parma and Bologna, with 10 offers.

Test cheapest views

The cheapest bus for the 7/20/2026 costs just $9, from FlixBus

Facts about the bus from Parma to Bologna

Compare all providers like FlixBus, MarinoBus and Autolinee Federico that travel 5 times every day by bus from Parma to Bologna in one click! Book your bus ticket from Parma to Bologna starting from $9!

Cheapest Bus	$9
Fastest Bus	1h 20m
Earliest Bus	10:40 AM
Latest Bus	9:55 PM
Daily Bus Routes	5 Ø
Distance	54.2 miles
Bus Companies	FlixBus, MarinoBus and Autolinee Federico

Cheapest bus connections from Parma to Bologna

Every day, 5 buses from 3 bus companies leave Parma for Bologna: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 07/24/2026 and for the following days.

Sunday

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday 07/19

Monday 07/20

Tuesday 07/21

Wednesday 07/22

Thursday 07/23

Friday 07/24

$12

Saturday 07/25

$26

Sunday 07/26

$17

Monday 07/27

$23

Tuesday 07/28

$26

Wednesday 07/29

$12

Thursday 07/30

$26

Friday 07/31

$26

Saturday 08/01

$23

Sunday 08/02

$26

Monday 08/03

Tuesday 08/04

$23

Wednesday 08/05

$26

Thursday 08/06

$26

Friday 08/07

$11

Saturday 08/08

$26

Sunday 08/09

$23

Monday 08/10

$23

Tuesday 08/11

$26

Wednesday 08/12

$23

Thursday 08/13

Friday 08/14

Saturday 08/15

The cheapest time to travel from Parma to Bologna

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

With a price starting from $11, Friday is the cheapest day for a bus from Parma to Bologna. Thursday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $23.

Evening is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Parma to Bologna, with $12. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $12.

How to save money travelling from Parma 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 Parma 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 Parma 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 Parma to Bologna are also emptier.

All bus stations and stops in Parma and Bologna

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

Via Villa Sant'Angelo Bus Station

Via Villa Sant'Angelo

Parcheggio Scambiatore Nord

Via Carra

Viale Paolo Toschi

Viale Paolo Toschi 12

Area Servizio S. Martino

A1 - Autostrada del Sole

Ibis Styles Toscanini Hotel

Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station

Piazza XX Settembre 6

Piazza Roosevelt Bus Stop

San Biagio Cefalonia Bus Stop

Farini Bus Stop

Compare the bus with other modes of transport

The bus is often the cheapest mode of transport, while other modes like train or flight are faster. Looking for quicker alternatives to travel from Parma to Bologna? Compare all modes of transports from Parma to Bologna.

Service and Comfort on the bus from Parma to Bologna

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

FAQs about the Parma to Bologna bus

How much does a Parma Bologna bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $9 and takes 1h 25m to reach Bologna. Compare offers to save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Parma to Bologna?

This route is offered by 3 companies with a range of ticket prices between $9 and $32. 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 Parma to Bologna each day?

Every day, the Parma to Bologna bus route is served by approximately 5 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Parma to Bologna take?

The fastest bus from Parma to Bologna is offered by FlixBus and takes 1h 20m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $12. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Parma to Bologna?

The earliest bus arriving in Bologna from Parma starts at 10:40 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 Parma to Bologna?

The latest bus trip departing from Parma for Bologna starts at 9:55 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 Parma Bologna route?

When traveling by bus from Parma to Bologna, passengers can travel with FlixBus, MarinoBus and Autolinee Federico. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works for you.

Is there a direct bus between Parma and Bologna?

You can check all the direct connections between Parma 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, MarinoBus and Autolinee Federico.

What can I take with me on the Parma 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 Parma 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 Parma 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 Parma to Bologna on your planned travel date.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Parma to Bologna

Economy

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

More bus routes to Parma and to Bologna

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