How to Get from Bologna to Parma
Bologna to Parma is 88 km in a straight line, and the fastest option takes 50m by train. The trip takes 1h 20m by bus.
On Routavio you can compare the ways from Bologna to Parma by price and travel time (route calculated on 8 November 2026).
- First bus at 04:05, last at 18:10
Compare the ways to get there. Then check them for your own date.
Start with the Whole Journey.
We compared the ways to travel from Bologna to Parma. The most useful door-to-door route takes 1h 20m by bus with no transfer. The two cities are about 88 km apart in a straight line. The operators below come from a real route search.
88 km in a straight line
Which Way Suits You?
| Transport | Ticket price | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Train | €9Omio catalogue, Nov 9 | 50m1 transfer | See Train details |
| Bus | €7Our estimate, not a fare we saw | 1h 20mdirect | See Bus details |
- Train€9Omio catalogue, Nov 950m · 1 transferSee Train details
- Bus€7Our estimate, not a fare we saw1h 20m · directSee Bus details
These figures come from different days, and some are our estimates. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
Bologna to Parma: Cheapest or Fastest?
Pick a tab: the legs, the timing and the difference from the others all change with it.
- 1Bologna → Parmabus
FlixBus·1h 20m
The best balance of price and time we found on this route.
Which Date Should You Go?
An amount is a fare we saw earlier; with "around" in front it is our estimate. Neither is a live offer. A day with no figure is one we have not priced, not one without a service.
Departures from Bologna to Parma
FlixBus publishes departures from 04:05 to 18:10.
| Operator | First | Last |
|---|---|---|
| FlixBusbus | 04:05 | 18:10 |
| FlixBus, Marino, Autolinee Federicobus | 04:10 | 18:10 |
All departures FlixBus
- 04:05
- 04:10
- 12:00
- 16:15
- 16:55
- 17:10
- 17:15
- 17:55
- 18:10
All departures FlixBus, Marino, Autolinee Federico
- 04:10
- 05:10
- 17:55
- 18:10
Departure times come from operator timetables and are local time at the origin. Where a row shows no times, we do not hold a published timetable for that operator. Times can change on holidays and at short notice; confirm with the operator before you travel.
Departure and Arrival
Ticket Prices on This Route
What each way of travelling costs, as the operator publishes it. These describe the route rather than a date you pick, and they refresh once a day. Booking opens at our partner Omio.
Omio last refreshed these on Mon, Nov 9.
Operators Seen on These Journeys
On this route you travel with FlixBus, TRENITALIA.
How the Trip from Bologna to Parma Works
Routavio built this route from its own route data on 8 November 2026. Start with a FlixBus bus from Bologna to Parma, about 1h 20m. In total it's roughly €7 over 1h 20m, direct, no transfers.
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Bologna to Parma: Common Questions
How long does it take to get from Bologna to Parma?
Routavio's route check on 8 November 2026 puts the most useful route at about 1h 20m by bus, with no transfer.
When is the first bus from Bologna to Parma?
The first bus with FlixBus leaves at 04:05 and the last at 18:10, according to the published timetable.
How far is Parma from Bologna?
About 88 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Bologna to Parma cost?
Our estimate for the route we recommend is around €7. We have not seen it as a fare. Other options on this page can cost less, and the exact fare depends on your travel date.
Which operators run Bologna to Parma?
According to Routavio's route data, on this route you travel with FlixBus, TRENITALIA.
Can you get from Bologna to Parma without flying?
Yes. A ground route by bus takes about 40m.
What is the cheapest way to get from Bologna to Parma?
Routavio's comparison usually points to a flexible date, or leaving from a nearby airport. A live search puts every option for your dates side by side.
Can I book directly?
Yes. Routavio sends you straight to the operator or an independent third-party provider. We never add a booking fee. The final fare and availability are confirmed by that provider.
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Sources and Method
Routes are calculated by Routavio's multimodal engine from operator timetables and flight data. Durations come from timetables. The price here is our estimate, not a guarantee.
Operators: FlixBus, TRENITALIA
Route calculated: 8 Nov 2026