How to travel from Bologna to Brindisi, Italy

The distance between Bologna and Brindisi is around 703km (437 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 1h 35m.

6 routes found

We've found 6 different ways to get from Bologna to Brindisi by plane, train, bus and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

👋 Also check out BrindisiBologna if you're planning a return trip.

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Fly

Fly from Bologna (BLQ) to Brindisi (BDS).

  • Duration1h 35m
  • Flight time1h 25m
  • Typical cost
    €76($76)

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Train

Take the train to Brindisi.

  • Duration6h 50m
  • Departsevery 4 hours
  • Typical cost
    €70($70)
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bus
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Bus

Take the bus to Brindisi.

  • Duration9h 45m
  • Departsevery 20 mins
  • Typical cost
    €45($45)

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Drive

Drive to Brindisi.

  • Duration7h 15m
  • Distance780km (485 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Bologna and Brindisi

There are several options for getting from Bologna to Brindisi by plane, train, bus and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around €45 ($45) and will take around 9h 45m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 1h 35m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately €76 ($76).

The distance between Bologna and Brindisi is around 703km (437 miles).

It takes around 1h 35m to get from Bologna and Brindisi by plane. If you are travelling by car it will take around 7h 15m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Bologna to Brindisi is to fly which takes around 1h 35m and will set you back approx €76 ($76).

The cheapest way to travel between Bologna and Brindisi, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus which will typically cost around €45 ($45) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Bologna and Brindisi. It typically takes around 6h 50m and departs 5 times a day.

Yes there is a direct train service that runs between Bologna and Brindisi with no changeovers required. The train runs 5 times a day and takes 6h 50m.

Trenitalia run train services between Bologna and Brindisi. Trains depart 5 times a day and will take around 6h 50m, however, this may vary depending on the particular service and whether it runs express or stops all stations.

Bus travel

Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from Bologna and Brindisi. It typically takes around 9h 45m and departs every 20 mins.

Yes there is a direct bus service that runs between Bologna and Brindisi with no changeovers required. The bus runs every 20 mins and takes 9h 45m.

FlixBus and Marino Autolinee run regular bus services between Bologna and Brindisi. Buses run every 20 mins and take around 9h 45m on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Bologna and Brindisi. Flights depart from Bologna (BLQ) and arrive at Brindisi (BDS). The flight takes around 1h 25m.

Yes there is a direct flight between Bologna and Brindisi with no stop-overs required. Flights typically take around 1h 25m.

Ryanair fly between Bologna and Brindisi. Flights depart from Bologna (BLQ) and and arrive into Brindisi (BDS). These flights usually take around 1h 25m.

The flight from Bologna to Brindisi typically takes around 1h 25m. Flights depart from Bologna (BLQ) and and arrive into Brindisi (BDS).

The closest major airport to Brindisi is Brindisi Airport (BDS) (BDS) which is approximately 3km (2 miles) from Brindisi. Bari Karol Wojtyła Airport (BRI) (BRI) and Lamezia Terme International Airport (SUF) (SUF) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.

Drive yourself

Yes it is possible to drive from Bologna and Brindisi. The distance is around 780km (485 miles) by road and it will take around 7h 15m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Bologna to Brindisi is to fly which takes, on average, 1h 35m and will usually cost around €76 ($76).

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Compare travel optionsbetween Bologna and Brindisi

Transport options from Bologna to Brindisi
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly + 1 similar
1h 35m
€76($76)
every 30 mins703km (437 miles)
Plane and Train2h 35m
€86($86)
every 3 hours712km (442 miles)
Train
6h 50m
€70($70)
every 4 hours756km (470 miles)
Bus + 1 similar
9h 45m
€45($45)
every 20 mins802km (498 miles)
Bus to Francavilla Fontana Via S. Francesco11h 35m
€78($78)
4 times a week840km (522 miles)
Drive
7h 15m
€120($120)
on demand780km (485 miles)

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Airports near Brindisi

The following major airports near Brindisi offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Italy and internationally.

BDS
Brindisi Airport (BDS)
Domestic Airport
Distance
3km (2 miles) from Brindisi
BRI
Bari Karol Wojtyła Airport (BRI)
International Airport
Distance
114km (71 miles) from Brindisi
SUF
Lamezia Terme International Airport (SUF)
International Airport
Distance
240km (149 miles) from Brindisi