Bus Bologna – Kyiv
from 4,235 ₴when bought online
32–35 hUpcoming buses Bologna – Kyiv
Live prices and seatsRoute at a glance
The Bologna – Kyiv bus takes 32–35 h, usually about 34 h (1850 km, via Ferrara, Padua and Venice). Up to 10 trips a day by 14 carriers, tickets from 4,235 ₴.
- on the road
- 32–35 h
- when bought online
- from 4,235 ₴
- trips a day
- up to 10
- carriers
- 14
A seat can be bought online by card, or reserved and paid to the driver on boarding. No account is needed: you can order as a guest and the confirmation arrives by email. The first bus leaves at 12:00, the last at 23:55. 15 of 15 trips run overnight.
Return trip: Kyiv – Bologna · from 4,235 ₴Bologna – Kyiv bus schedule
- 12:00Avtostantsiia Bolonia, ploshcha XX Settembre; budynok 622:00+1Avtostantsiia Kyiv (tsentralnyi zaliznychnyi vokzal), metro Vokzalna; vulytsia Symona Petliury; budynok 32
33h · Sun · АВТОГРАНД СЕРВІС ТОВ
transfers: 1
- 12:50Autostazione di Bologna, Piazza XX Settembre, 623:50+1Avtostantsiia "Kyiv", vul. S. Petliury 32
34h · Sun · Amara Tour
transfers: 1
- 14:30AZS ENI Cantagallo Est, Cantagallo Est Aut, A1, 40033 Casalecchio di Reno BO, Italiia19:30+1Avtostantsiia "Kyiv", vul. S. Petliury 32
28h · Tue, Sat · OK Trans
transfers: 1
- 16:20Avto grill Castel Bentivoglio east22:30+1Avtostantsiia "Kyiv", vul. S. Petliury 32
30h 10min · Sat · S-Trans
transfers: 1
- 16:45avtovokzal23:30+1metro Kharkivska
29h 45min · Sun · Ukraina - Centr
transfers: 1
- 16:50Autostazione, Piazza XX Settembre, 621:45+1Avtostantsiia "Kyiv", vul. S. Petliury 32
27h 55min · Sun · Kollmi
transfers: 1
- 18:00Autostazione, Piazza XX Settembre, 606:00+2Avtostantsiia "Kyiv", vul. S. Petliury 32
35h · Wed, Sun · Biletskyi Trans
transfers: 1
- 18:00Autostazione di Bologna, Piazza XX Settembre, 605:00+2Avtostantsiia "Kyiv", vul. S. Petliury 32
34h · Sun · V&V Trans
- 18:15Autostazione "Piazza XX Settembre", 6 (platformy 1-5)05:00+2Avtostantsiia "Kyiv", vul. S. Petliury 32
34h 45min · Fri, Sun · Bus Trans
- 19:00Autostazione "Piazza XX Settembre", 605:50+2Avtostantsiia "Kyiv", vul. S. Petliury 32
33h 50min · Sun · ROMAN RAIZEN
transfers: 1
- 19:40Autostazione, Piazza XX Settembre, 605:00+2AS "Kyiv", vul. S. Petliury, 32 (10pl.)
32h 20min · Tue, Thu, Sun · AL-TRANS
transfers: 2
- 20:00Autostazione, Piazza XX Settembre, 605:00+2AS "Kyiv", vul. S. Petliury, 32 (10pl.)
33h · Sat · AL-TRANS
transfers: 2
- 20:50Autostazione di Bologna, Piazza XX Settembre, 613:15+2AS-ZLV, vul. Symona Petliury, 32
39h 25min · Wed, Sun · ТОВ «ЛЮКС-РЕЙЗЕН БІС» | LUX-REISEN BIS SP. Z O. O.
transfers: 1
- 22:00Autostazione, Piazza XX Settembre, 606:00+2Avtostantsiia "Kyiv", vul. S. Petliury 32
32h · Fri · Avtobus v Italiu
- 23:55Autostazione di Bologna, Piazza XX Settembre, 610:00+2Zaliznychnyi vokzal
34h 5min · Fri · SVS Viaggio
| Departure | Arrival | Duration | Running days | Carrier |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12:00Avtostantsiia Bolonia, ploshcha XX Settembre; budynok 6 | 22:00+1Avtostantsiia Kyiv (tsentralnyi zaliznychnyi vokzal), metro Vokzalna; vulytsia Symona Petliury; budynok 32 | 33htransfers: 1 | Sun | АВТОГРАНД СЕРВІС ТОВ |
| 12:50Autostazione di Bologna, Piazza XX Settembre, 6 | 23:50+1Avtostantsiia "Kyiv", vul. S. Petliury 32 | 34htransfers: 1 | Sun | Amara Tour |
| 14:30AZS ENI Cantagallo Est, Cantagallo Est Aut, A1, 40033 Casalecchio di Reno BO, Italiia | 19:30+1Avtostantsiia "Kyiv", vul. S. Petliury 32 | 28htransfers: 1 | Tue, Sat | OK Trans |
| 16:20Avto grill Castel Bentivoglio east | 22:30+1Avtostantsiia "Kyiv", vul. S. Petliury 32 | 30h 10mintransfers: 1 | Sat | S-Trans |
| 16:45avtovokzal | 23:30+1metro Kharkivska | 29h 45mintransfers: 1 | Sun | Ukraina - Centr |
| 16:50Autostazione, Piazza XX Settembre, 6 | 21:45+1Avtostantsiia "Kyiv", vul. S. Petliury 32 | 27h 55mintransfers: 1 | Sun | Kollmi |
| 18:00Autostazione, Piazza XX Settembre, 6 | 06:00+2Avtostantsiia "Kyiv", vul. S. Petliury 32 | 35htransfers: 1 | Wed, Sun | Biletskyi Trans |
| 18:00Autostazione di Bologna, Piazza XX Settembre, 6 | 05:00+2Avtostantsiia "Kyiv", vul. S. Petliury 32 | 34h | Sun | V&V Trans |
| 18:15Autostazione "Piazza XX Settembre", 6 (platformy 1-5) | 05:00+2Avtostantsiia "Kyiv", vul. S. Petliury 32 | 34h 45min | Fri, Sun | Bus Trans |
| 19:00Autostazione "Piazza XX Settembre", 6 | 05:50+2Avtostantsiia "Kyiv", vul. S. Petliury 32 | 33h 50mintransfers: 1 | Sun | ROMAN RAIZEN |
| 19:40Autostazione, Piazza XX Settembre, 6 | 05:00+2AS "Kyiv", vul. S. Petliury, 32 (10pl.) | 32h 20mintransfers: 2 | Tue, Thu, Sun | AL-TRANS |
| 20:00Autostazione, Piazza XX Settembre, 6 | 05:00+2AS "Kyiv", vul. S. Petliury, 32 (10pl.) | 33htransfers: 2 | Sat | AL-TRANS |
| 20:50Autostazione di Bologna, Piazza XX Settembre, 6 | 13:15+2AS-ZLV, vul. Symona Petliury, 32 | 39h 25mintransfers: 1 | Wed, Sun | ТОВ «ЛЮКС-РЕЙЗЕН БІС» | LUX-REISEN BIS SP. Z O. O. |
| 22:00Autostazione, Piazza XX Settembre, 6 | 06:00+2Avtostantsiia "Kyiv", vul. S. Petliury 32 | 32h | Fri | Avtobus v Italiu |
| 23:55Autostazione di Bologna, Piazza XX Settembre, 6 | 10:00+2Zaliznychnyi vokzal | 34h 5min | Fri | SVS Viaggio |
Typical schedule from search data as of 2026-10-14. Check the search above for departures and seat availability on a specific date.
About the Bologna – Kyiv route
The Bologna to Kyiv coach covers roughly 1,850 kilometres in about 29–34 hours, so expect a long overnight haul with rest breaks along the way. Departure is usually from a station or a convenient pickup point in Bologna, while arrival is at a Kyiv bus terminal with easy onward links by metro or taxi. This direction is mainly chosen by Ukrainians heading home after working or studying in Italy, visiting family, or bringing children back for the holidays. The route crosses several EU borders plus the Ukrainian frontier, so keep a valid international passport handy throughout the trip.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the Bologna to Kyiv trip take?
The journey takes about 29–34 hours depending on traffic, border queues and the number of stops. The distance is roughly 1,850 km.
What documents do I need for this international trip?
You need a valid international passport, since the route crosses EU and Ukrainian borders. Children require their own travel documents and, if applicable, a travel consent.
Where does the bus depart in Bologna and arrive in Kyiv?
Departure is usually from a bus station or an agreed pickup point in Bologna, with arrival at a Kyiv bus terminal well connected by metro and taxi. Exact addresses and times are shown in the trip details.
Is this an overnight trip?
Yes, given the 29–34 hour duration the trip includes at least one night on the road. We recommend bringing warm clothes, water and a snack.
How much is a Bologna – Kyiv ticket and how do I pay?
As of the latest schedule snapshot, tickets start at 4,235 ₴ when bought online; the exact fare depends on the carrier and the date. A seat can be bought online by card, or reserved and paid to the driver on boarding. No account is needed: you can order as a guest and the confirmation arrives by email.
How many buses run on the Bologna – Kyiv route?
The typical schedule has up to 10 departures a day. The first bus leaves at 12:00, the last at 23:55. Check the search above for departures on a specific date.
Which carriers operate the Bologna – Kyiv route?
Carriers on this route: АВТОГРАНД СЕРВІС ТОВ, Amara Tour, OK Trans, S-Trans, Ukraina - Centr, Kollmi, Biletskyi Trans, V&V Trans, Bus Trans, ROMAN RAIZEN, AL-TRANS, ТОВ «ЛЮКС-РЕЙЗЕН БІС» | LUX-REISEN BIS SP. Z O. O., Avtobus v Italiu, SVS Viaggio. The line-up depends on the travel date.
How do I return a Bologna – Kyiv ticket?
A ticket bought online is returned on the order page in your account; one ordered as a guest, through our support team. How much comes back depends on the carrier’s rules and the time left before departure — you see the amount before you confirm. A reservation paid to the driver can be cancelled free of charge.
How much luggage can I take on the Bologna – Kyiv bus?
The carrier sets the luggage allowance: usually one suitcase in the hold and hand luggage in the cabin. The exact terms are in the trip details, and extra luggage, where the carrier sells it, can be added at checkout.