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Next departures from Ancona to Bologna on 5 August
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
14:45	Ancona	2h 35m	17:20	Bologna Autostazione	Cheapest
09:25	Ancona	1h 50m	11:15	Bologna Centrale	Fastest
07:20	Ancona	1h 55m	09:15	Bologna Centrale	No tags
04:30	Ancona	3h 25m	07:55	Bologna Autostazione	No tags
07:20	Ancona	1h 55m	09:15	Bologna Centrale	No tags
07:20	Ancona	3h 10m	10:30	Bologna Autostazione	No tags
07:20	Ancona	1h 55m	09:15	Bologna Centrale	No tags
16:45	Ancona	3h 25m	20:10	Bologna Autostazione	No tags

Next departures from Ancona to Bologna on 6 August
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
14:45	Ancona	2h 35m	17:20	Bologna Autostazione	Cheapest
09:25	Ancona	1h 50m	11:15	Bologna Centrale	Fastest
12:50	Stazione degli Autobus Ancona Nord	2h 40m	15:30	Bologna Autostazione	No tags
07:20	Ancona	1h 55m	09:15	Bologna Centrale	No tags
04:30	Ancona	3h 25m	07:55	Bologna Autostazione	No tags
07:20	Ancona	1h 55m	09:15	Bologna Centrale	No tags
07:20	Ancona	3h 10m	10:30	Bologna Autostazione	No tags
07:20	Ancona	1h 55m	09:15	Bologna Centrale	No tags

Next departures from Ancona to Bologna on 7 August
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
14:45	Ancona	2h 35m	17:20	Bologna Autostazione	CheapestFastest
04:30	Ancona	3h 25m	07:55	Bologna Autostazione	No tags
07:20	Ancona	3h 10m	10:30	Bologna Autostazione	No tags
16:45	Ancona	3h 25m	20:10	Bologna Autostazione	No tags
18:55	Ancona	3h 15m	22:10	Bologna Autostazione	No tags

Next departures from Ancona to Bologna on 8 August
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
14:45	Ancona	2h 35m	17:20	Bologna Autostazione	Cheapest
09:25	Ancona	1h 50m	11:15	Bologna Centrale	Fastest
07:20	Ancona	1h 55m	09:15	Bologna Centrale	No tags
04:30	Ancona	3h 25m	07:55	Bologna Autostazione	No tags
07:20	Ancona	1h 55m	09:15	Bologna Centrale	No tags
07:20	Ancona	3h 10m	10:30	Bologna Autostazione	No tags
07:20	Ancona	1h 55m	09:15	Bologna Centrale	No tags
16:45	Ancona	3h 25m	20:10	Bologna Autostazione	No tags

Next departures from Ancona to Bologna on 9 August
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
14:45	Ancona	2h 35m	17:20	Bologna Autostazione	Cheapest
09:25	Ancona	1h 50m	11:15	Bologna Centrale	Fastest
07:20	Ancona	1h 55m	09:15	Bologna Centrale	No tags
04:30	Ancona	3h 25m	07:55	Bologna Autostazione	No tags
07:20	Ancona	1h 55m	09:15	Bologna Centrale	No tags
07:20	Ancona	3h 10m	10:30	Bologna Autostazione	No tags
07:20	Ancona	1h 55m	09:15	Bologna Centrale	No tags
16:45	Ancona	3h 25m	20:10	Bologna Autostazione	No tags

Next departures from Ancona to Bologna on 11 August
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
16:45	Ancona	3h 25m	20:10	Bologna Autostazione	Cheapest
14:45	Ancona	2h 35m	17:20	Bologna Autostazione	Fastest
04:30	Ancona	3h 25m	07:55	Bologna Autostazione	No tags
07:20	Ancona	3h 10m	10:30	Bologna Autostazione	No tags
18:55	Ancona	3h 15m	22:10	Bologna Autostazione	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Ancona to Bologna

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Bologna. The journey takes about 2 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just A$41, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

10train per day

2h 25mAverage duration

199 kmDistance

5kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceA$18 - A$79	Average duration3h 15m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceA$41 - A$221	Average duration2h 25m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e

Bus stations and stops in Ancona and Bologna

Stops in Ancona

A
ANCONA
Via dei Cappuccini 4, 60128 Ancona AN, , Italy
B
Stazione Ferroviaria Ancone - Piazza Rosselli
Piazza Rosselli, 28, 60126 Ancona, Italy
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C
Palombina
Palombina, Via Flaminia, 60126 Ancona AN, Italy
D
Stazione degli Autobus Ancona Nord
Via Grancetta, 16A, 60033 Grancetta Bassa AN, Italy
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E
Ancona stazione degli autobus
Via Guglielmo Marconi, 40, 60125 Ancona, Italy
F
Stazione degli Autobus - Porto di Ancona
Molo Santa Maria, 60121 Ancona, Italy

Stops in Bologna

A
Bologna
B
Corticella
40128 Bologna BO, Italy
C
San Ruffillo
40141 Bologna BO, Italy
D
Piazza XX Settembre
Piazza XX Settembre, 6, 40126 Bologna, Italy
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E
Stazione Centrale
Viale Pietro Pietramellara, 63, 40121 Bologna, Italy
F
A14 Autostrada Adriatica
A14 - Autostrada Adriatica, 40069 Zola Predosa BO, Italy

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FlixBus

3.5/514,966 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness4.0

Cleanliness4.1

Wi‑Fi2.7

Trenitalia

3.9/569 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness4.4

Cleanliness4.7

Wi‑Fi2.7

Satam

4.3/5587 reviews

Staff4.8

Timeliness4.3

Cleanliness4.8

Wi‑Fi4.1

Itabus

3.8/51,047 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.0

Cleanliness4.2

Wi‑Fi2.9

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Ancona to Bologna by bus or train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

How much is a ticket from Ancona to Bologna?
The cheapest tickets from Ancona to Bologna start at A$18. The average price for this route is around A$43. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the journey from Ancona to Bologna?
The average journey time from Ancona to Bologna is 2h 50m, covering a distance of 199 km. The fastest vehicle can get you there in 1h 50m and is operated by Trenitalia.
Which companies operate the Ancona to Bologna route?
Several major companies operate on this route with 7 departures available per day, including services from FlixBus, Satam, Itabus, Trenitalia.
What are the earliest and latest departure times from Ancona to Bologna?
The earliest trip from Ancona to Bologna departs at 04:30. The latest trip departs at 20:51.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the journey from Ancona to Bologna?
A journey from Ancona to Bologna emits an estimated 4.964200000000001 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which is the best company from Ancona to Bologna?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated company on this route is Satam, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 587 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Ancona to Bologna?
According to reviews on Busbud, Satam has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.1.
Which company has the most punctual service from Ancona to Bologna?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely company on this route is Trenitalia, with a punctuality rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars.
Which company has the cleanest vehicles from Ancona to Bologna?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the company with the cleanest vehicles on this route is Satam, with a cleanliness rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.

Find the cheapest prices for buses and trains

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

Best price found

02/08

A$21

03/08

A$20

Today

A$19

05/08

A$19

06/08

A$19

07/08

A$19

08/08

A$20

09/08

A$21

The cheapest trip from Ancona to Bologna was searched and found on 5 Aug 2026 with a price of A$19

To save money and make sure you get the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus and train tickets from Ancona to Bologna, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay between A$19 and A$183 for a bus or train ticket from Ancona to Bologna over the last 2 days. You can expect to find the lowest price for the trip at A$19 on 2026-08-05.

Usually Trenitalia 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.