Bologna to Siena: Road Trip Guide & Distance

81.3 miles 130.8 km · straight line
104.3 miles actual route 167.9 km · driving distance
2h 15min estimated drive time
€19 - €24 estimated fuel cost
~40min flight time · usually no direct flights
180° S bearing direction

How far is Bologna from Siena?

The distance from Bologna to Siena is 81.3 miles (130.8 km) as the crow flies. Siena is located S of Bologna. By car, the driving distance is approximately 104.3 miles, taking about 2h 15min. A direct flight would take roughly 40min. Both are located in Italy.

This is a quick and easy drive, perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway. You can easily make the round trip in a single day. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Bologna and Siena. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Bologna to Siena

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 15min €19 - €24 Flexible stops
Bus ~2h 42min $8–$16* Budget
Train ~2h 8min $13–$37* Comfort

At 104.3 miles, driving is often the most practical option.

* Estimated range. Actual prices vary by date and provider.

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Quick Facts

Bologna
44.49°N, 11.34°E
Europe/Rome
54m elevation
Siena
43.32°N, 11.33°E
Europe/Rome
322m elevation

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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 27 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 7 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 306.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM