THE SHORT VERSION
Bologna to Genoa at a glance.
- From
- Bologna
- To
- Genoa Genova
- Road distance
- About 295 km
- Straight line
- 191 km
- Car time, no stops
- ~3 h 30 min buses take longer
- Return route
- Genoa to Bologna →
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THE DETAILS THAT MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Right place. Right bus. Better start.
Leaving Bologna
Boarding points depend on the operator: some use the local bus station, others collect from their office or your hotel. Your ticket shows the exact place and check-in time.
Arriving in Genoa
Ask the seller where the service ends in Genoa. A town-name stop can be a bus station some way from the centre, and the last stretch to your accommodation is usually up to you.
Keep the essentials offline
Save your ticket, the exact meeting point and the operator's phone number before you set off. Follow the check-in time on your confirmation.
KEEP GOING
From Genoa, the road continues.
Other ways to reach Genoa
More buses from Bologna
GOOD QUESTIONS
Before you take your seat.
How far is Bologna from Genoa by road?+
About 295 km by road (191 km in a straight line). Distance is an OpenStreetMap routing estimate, not an operator figure.
How long does the bus from Bologna to Genoa take?+
We don't publish timetables. As a guide, the drive takes roughly 3 h 30 min by car without stops; bus journeys are usually longer. Check the duration of your chosen departure on 12Go before booking.
Where does the bus leave from in Bologna?+
It depends on the operator: some use the local bus station, others collect from offices or hotels. Your ticket shows the exact boarding point.
Is there a bus back from Genoa to Bologna?+
Yes, 12Go also lists services in the opposite direction. See our Genoa to Bologna guide.
Where does the bus from Bologna arrive in Genoa?+
It depends on the operator. Some services end at the local bus station, others at an office or a stop on the main road. Ask the seller for the drop-off address before you book.
What kind of bus runs from Bologna to Genoa?+
It varies by operator and departure. Routes in this region are served by a mix of sleeper buses, seated coaches and smaller limousine vans. Check the vehicle type, seat layout and luggage allowance for your departure on 12Go before you book.
Can I book the Bologna to Genoa bus online?+
Yes. 12Go lists departures on this route. You choose a date, compare operators and pay online, and the provider issues the ticket. BusConnects doesn't sell tickets itself.
Where can I go next from Genoa by bus?+
Direct buses from Genoa include Milan, Nice, Florence, Venice, Marseille and more. See all connections on our Genoa bus page.
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Route listed in 12Go's public route index (checked 2026-10-09). Distance: OpenStreetMap data via OSRM (approximate driving distance). Listings change and are not live inventory. Confirm the departure, pickup, price and conditions before paying.
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