Cheap Bus, Train and Ferry Tickets in Italy

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What are the most popular routes to Italy?

Bologna - ParisAverage priceCN¥1,981Average duration8h 40mDaily departures1
Bergamo - MilanoAverage priceCN¥85Average duration48mDaily departures40
Milano - BergamoAverage priceCN¥85Average duration50mDaily departures34
Turin - MilanoAverage priceCN¥216Average duration1h 7mDaily departures103
Milano - GenoaAverage priceCN¥155Average duration1h 57mDaily departures46
Rome - NaplesAverage priceCN¥93Average duration2h 45mDaily departures72
Milano - BrusselsAverage priceCN¥589Average duration20hDaily departures25
Venice - Cortina d'AmpezzoAverage priceCN¥247Average duration2h 30mDaily departures16
Rome - MilanoAverage priceCN¥277Average duration10h 20mDaily departures107
Genoa - MilanoAverage priceCN¥153Average duration1h 46mDaily departures27

What popular bus companies operate in Italy?

  • Interbus Italy
  • Etna Trasporti
  • BlaBlaCar Bus
  • FlixBus
  • Russo
  • Autoservizi Salemi
  • Segesta Autolinee
  • Satam
  • Puglia Airbus
  • SAIS Autolinee
  • Appennino Shuttle
  • Itabus

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Frequently asked questions about travelling in Italy

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

  1. How much does a coach ticket cost in Italy?

    Bus travel in Italy is one of the most affordable ways to get around. Prices vary depending on distance and route: Short trips between nearby cities are usually budget-friendly. In the last 12 months, the average ticket price for domestic routes was CN¥277. Long-distance journeys connecting major hubs are more expensive but still offer great value. International routes to neighbouring countries are higher priced but often cheaper than flights.
    Example fares in Italy:
    Bologna ↔ Paris (average: CN¥1,981)
    Bergamo ↔ Milano (average: CN¥85)
    Turin ↔ Milano (average: CN¥216)

  2. What is the best way to travel around Italy?

    While you can choose between different modes of transport, Buses, Trains and Ferries are usually the most convenient and cost-effective way to explore Italy:
    - Bus: 27808 routes
    - Carpool: 7735 routes
    - Train: 3735 routes
    - Ferry: 416 routes

  3. How do I book coach and train tickets in Italy?

    Booking a bus or train ticket is simple and flexible: Online with Busbud, you can compare timetables and operators, reserve your seat in advance and pay securely by selecting your preferred method and currency. You can also download our App: Get it on Google Play, Download on the App Store.

  4. Do I need cash, or can I pay by card in Italy?

    When buying Bus or Train tickets in Italy with Busbud we accept the following payment methods: Visa, MasterCard, China Union Pay, Diners Club Canada, Discover Click to Pay, JCB payment, Klarna (Pay over time), Google Pay
    Currency: Euro (EUR) is the main currency.

  5. How do I travel from Bologna to Paris by bus?

    The bus is the most popular way to travel from Bologna to Paris
    Travel time: 8h 40m
    Ticket prices: From CN¥1,981
    Frequency: 1 departures daily
    Recommended operators: Interbus Italy, Etna Trasporti, BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, Russo, Autoservizi Salemi, Segesta Autolinee, Satam, Puglia Airbus, SAIS Autolinee, Appennino Shuttle, Itabus

  6. How do I get from Italy to neighbouring countries by bus or train?

    The buses that connect to major cities in neighbouring countries are:
    Milano ↔ Brussels, Belgium
    Milano ↔ Cologne, Germany
    Milano ↔ Lyon, France
    Turin ↔ Lyon, France
    The trains connecting with major cities in neighbouring countries are:
    Bologna ↔ Paris, France
    Rome ↔ Lyon, France
    Turin ↔ Lyon, France

  7. What are the most popular airports in Italy?

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