THE SHORT VERSION
Montpellier to Bologna at a glance.
- From
- Montpellier
- To
- Bologna
- Road distance
- About 798 km
- Straight line
- 604 km
- Car time, no stops
- ~9 h buses take longer
- Return route
- Not listed as direct
- Border
- France → Italy. Schengen: carry ID
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THE DETAILS THAT MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Right place. Right bus. Better start.
Leaving Montpellier
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 Bologna
Ask the seller where the service ends in Bologna. 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 Bologna, the road continues.
Other ways to reach Bologna
More buses from Montpellier
GOOD QUESTIONS
Before you take your seat.
How far is Montpellier from Bologna by road?+
About 798 km by road (604 km in a straight line). Distance is an OpenStreetMap routing estimate, not an operator figure.
How long does the bus from Montpellier to Bologna take?+
We don't publish timetables. As a guide, the drive takes roughly 9 h 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 Montpellier?+
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 Bologna to Montpellier?+
12Go's public route list doesn't include Bologna to Montpellier as a direct route. You may need to change in another town.
Where does the bus from Montpellier arrive in Bologna?+
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 Montpellier to Bologna?+
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 Montpellier to Bologna 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 Bologna by bus?+
Direct buses from Bologna include Florence, Venice, Milan, Rome, Zagreb and more. See all connections on our Bologna bus page.
Do I need my passport on the bus from Montpellier to Bologna?+
France and Italy are both in the Schengen area, so there are usually no routine border checks. Carry your passport or national ID card anyway: spot checks happen and operators may ask for ID.
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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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