What is the cheapest way to get from Athens to Bologna?

The cheapest way to get from Athens to Bologna is to fly which costs €65 - €200 and takes 5h 9m.

What is the fastest way to get from Athens to Bologna?

The fastest way to get from Athens to Bologna is to fly which takes 5h 9m and costs €65 - €200.

Is there a direct bus between Athens and Bologna?

No, there is no direct bus from Athens to Bologna. However, there are services departing from Athens and arriving at Bologna Centrale via Durrës. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 26h 20m.

How far is it from Athens to Bologna?

The distance between Athens and Bologna is 1323 km. The road distance is 1944.6 km.

How do I travel from Athens to Bologna without a car?

The best way to get from Athens to Bologna without a car is to bus and train which takes 21h 1m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Athens to Bologna?

It takes approximately 5h 9m to get from Athens to Bologna, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Athens to Bologna bus from?

Athens to Bologna bus services, operated by Art Tour, depart from Athens station.

Bus or fly from Athens to Bologna?

The best way to get from Athens to Bologna is to fly which takes 5h 9m and costs €65 - €200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €130 and takes 26h 20m.

Where does the Athens to Bologna bus arrive?

Athens to Bologna bus services, operated by Art Tour, arrive at Durrës station.

What is the time difference between Athens and Bologna?

Bologna is 1h behind Athens. It is currently 9:27 AM in Athens and 8:27 AM in Bologna.

Can I drive from Athens to Bologna?

Yes, the driving distance between Athens to Bologna is 1945 km. It takes approximately 19h 24m to drive from Athens to Bologna.

Where can I stay near Bologna?

There are 3224+ hotels available in Bologna.

Athens to Bologna - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, ferry, and car

There are 7 ways to get from Athens to Bologna by plane, bus, train, ferry, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly to Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport
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1. Fly from Athens International Airport (ATH) to Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ)ATH - BLQ
5h 9m
€66–198
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Athens to Rrogozhinë
2. Take the bus from Rrogozhinë to Bari Porto
3. Take the train from Bari Centrale to Bologna CentraleFr
21h 1m
Bus, ferry, train
1. Take the bus from Athens, Leoforou Kifisou - KTEL to Patras
2. Take the ferry from Patras to Ancona M.MaAsf
3. Take the train from Ancona to Bologna CentraleFr
29h 39m
€107–262
Drive 1,944.6 km
1. Drive from Athens to Bologna1,944.6 km
19h 24m
€346–500
Fly to Florence Peretola Airport, train
1. Fly from Athens International Airport (ATH) to Florence Peretola Airport (FLR)ATH - FLR
2. Take the train from Firenze S.M.N. to Bologna Centrale
6h 9m
€87–291
Bus
1. Take the bus from Athens to Durrës
2. Take the bus from Durrës to Bologna Centrale
26h 20m
€130
Bus via Tirana
1. Take the bus from Athens to Tirana
2. Take the bus from Tirana to Bologna
39h 12m

Athens International Airport (ATH) to Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ) flights

23Weekly Planes

3h 2mAverage Duration

€38Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,322.9 km
Duration: 5h 9m

What companies run services between Athens, Greece and Bologna, Italy?

Aegean Airlines, Ryanair, and ITA Airways fly from Athens International Airport (ATH) to Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ) 3 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Athens to Bologna Centrale via Durrës in around 26h 20m.

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