Driving from Rome to Bologna
Bologna lies 305 km (189 mi) north of Rome, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 4 h 39 min without stops, over roughly 372 km (231 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
| Rome | Bologna | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Italy | Italy |
| Population | 2.3 million | 394,843 |
| Elevation | 52 m (171 ft) | 71 m (233 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Europe/Rome) | UTC+2 (Europe/Rome) |
Where to book car hire from Rome to Bologna
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Staying in Bologna
Our booking partner lists 3,013+ places to stay in Bologna (statistics below are from the first 1,000). Of the 839 with a star rating, the largest group is 4-star (635), and 2 are five-star. Across 571 properties with at least 50 reviews, the average guest score is 8.9 out of 10. Guests have left 556,729 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Bologna from Rome?
305 km (189 mi) in a straight line, north of Rome; by road roughly 372 km (231 mi).
How long does it take to get from Rome to Bologna by car?
About 4 h 39 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Rome and Bologna?
No, both are on Europe/Rome at the moment.
Where can I stay in Bologna?
Our booking partner lists 3,013+ places to stay in Bologna, bookable on this site.
Where these facts come from
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- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 13 September 2026. Hotel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.