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ITAmsterdam to Bologna Train & Bus Tickets
From Amsterdam (Netherlands) to Bologna (Italy) · about 999 km
See prices for Amsterdam → Bologna
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Search Prices →Train or bus? What recent searches show
Fares and timetables seen in recent TransitScanner searches for Amsterdam to Bologna, side by side.
| Train | Bus | |
|---|---|---|
| Cheapest fare seen | €31.40 for travel on 27 Nov 2026 (seen 19 Oct 2026) | €57.97 for travel on 3 Dec 2026 (seen 18 Oct 2026) |
| Typical journey time | — | about 24 h 25 min (8 journeys) |
| Sold by | NS | FlixBus |
Last checked 31 Oct 2026. This is what searches saw, not a live quote: fares change, and the price at the seller's checkout is the one that counts.
Amsterdam to Bologna: what to expect
Amsterdam and Bologna are about 999 kilometres apart. TransitScanner compares the train and bus options sold on this route across many sellers, so fares, journey times and companies can be seen side by side.
This is an international route from Netherlands to Italy. Carry valid travel documents (passport or EU ID card where applicable) for border checks. At 999 km this is a long-distance journey.
Fares are asked of the sellers on every search; the price at their checkout is the one that counts.
How to find cheap Amsterdam–Bologna tickets
- Book early: fares often rise as the departure date approaches.
- Fares often differ between weekdays and times of day, so compare several dates.
- Use the multi-date scanner to find the cheapest day in a week or month.
- Compare direct and connecting options: a change can be cheaper, a direct journey is usually quicker.
About Bologna
- The University of Bologna was founded in 1088 and is considered the oldest university in the world. (Source: Wikipedia)
- In Bologna, ragù is served mainly with tagliatelle, and serving it with spaghetti is considered odd. (Source: Wikipedia)
- The Basilica of San Petronio, at 258,000 m3, is the largest church in the world built of bricks. (Source: Wikipedia)
FAQ: Amsterdam to Bologna
How long does the journey from Amsterdam to Bologna take?
In recent searches the typical journey took about 24 h 25 min by bus (median of the journeys seen, last checked 31 Oct 2026).
What is the cheapest ticket from Amsterdam to Bologna?
The lowest fare seen recently is €31.40 by train (ÖBB), for travel on 27 Nov 2026 (seen 19 Oct 2026). The lowest bus fare seen is €57.97. Fares change daily: search your date to compare current train and bus prices.
Is it cheaper by train or by bus from Amsterdam to Bologna?
In recent searches the lowest train fare was €31.40 and the lowest bus fare €57.97, so the train was cheaper. Fares change by date, so compare your own.
Which companies sell tickets from Amsterdam to Bologna?
Recent searches showed journeys sold by NS, FlixBus.