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Bologna has the oldest university in the Western world (1088) and around 62 km of porticoes, listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site in 2021. Book with Zonetransfers and your chauffeur stands at the T1 or T2 arrivals doors and drives you to Bologna at a fixed price from €459.
From Malpensa the car takes the A4 and Milan's western ring road, then the A1 south past Piacenza, Parma and Modena to Bologna.
| Stage | Road |
|---|---|
| Leaving Malpensa | SS336 to the A4 at Marcallo-Mesero, towards Milan. |
| Around Milan | Tangenziale Ovest (A50) heading south. |
| Down the A1 | Motorway past Piacenza, Parma and Modena. |
| Into Bologna | Casalecchio or Borgo Panigale exit and the ring boulevards. |
Times assume normal traffic; Friday evenings and summer weekends are busier.
A private transfer from Milan Malpensa to Bologna costs from €459 per vehicle for one to four passengers, for a drive of about 261 km (2 h 45–3 h). Zonetransfers charges per car, not per seat, and the fare does not change on the day.
A shortlist of Bologna hotels by style and location:
| Hotel | Type | Why stay | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grand Hotel Majestic già Baglioni | 5-star | Opened in 1912 in an 18th-century palace; the basement preserves a stretch of the Roman Via Flaminia Militare from 189 BC. | Classic luxury |
| I Portici Hotel | 4-star superior | In the Art Nouveau Palazzo Maccaferri, with a Michelin-starred restaurant. | Food lovers |
| Art Hotel Commercianti | 4-star | Right next to the Basilica of San Petronio, with free bikes subject to availability. | Couples |
| Hotel Corona d'Oro | 4-star | A 13th-century building once owned by the Azzoguidi family. | Culture breaks |
The historic centre is a camera-controlled ZTL every day from 7:00 to 20:00. Hotels inside register the car's plate with the city so there is no fine; tell your hotel you arrive by private transfer.
Climb under cover all the way along the portico to the sanctuary.
Fresh pasta shops and delis in the old market streets by Piazza Maggiore.
From the Archiginnasio to the student streets around Via Zamboni.
Planning excursions? Book a car with driver in Milan by the hour.
Arte Fiera, Cersaie and the Children's Book Fair bring exhibitors from all over the world. A direct car from Malpensa means you can work on the way and be dropped at the fairground or your hotel.
On these dates, book your transfer early.
| What to expect | |
|---|---|
| Which terminal | Most airlines use Terminal 1; easyJet uses Terminal 2. We read it from your flight number. |
| Name sign | At the exit from the baggage hall, holding a sign with your name. |
| Flight tracking | Your driver adjusts to the actual landing, with an hour of free waiting. |
| If you can't see the driver | Stay inside the hall and use the emergency number on the voucher; we locate the driver for you. |
Book the pick-up in Bologna 5 h ahead of flights within the Schengen area and 5 h 30 min for non-Schengen departures, which include passport control. Tell us whether you fly from Terminal 1 or Terminal 2 and the driver drops you at the right departures level.
No charge to cancel a car or minivan two days ahead, or a minibus four days ahead. Conditions.
They are free. Tell us the children's ages and the right seats (groups I–III) are already in the car; baby carriers (group 0) on request by email or phone.
About 261 km by motorway, 2 h 45–3 h without heavy traffic, from €459 per vehicle.
Free of charge until 48 hours before pick-up for cars and minivans; for minibuses and coaches the limit is 96 hours.
Yes. Terminal 2 is easyJet's terminal and Terminal 1 serves most other airlines; the driver waits at the right one.
Not if your hotel registers the plate with the city. The ZTL runs 7:00–20:00 every day, so mention it to the hotel when you book your room.
Wait where you are inside arrivals and call the number printed on your booking confirmation, staffed around the clock. A WhatsApp message to +34 654 381 547 works too.
Type in your flight number and your Bologna address and the booking form shows the closed fare instantly.
Facts on this page updated October 2026.
I had a 5:30 AM pickup for the airport in Alicante. The driver arrived 10 minutes early, sent a polite text to let me know he was waiting outside, and handled everything with absolute professionalism.(09/23/2026) David Miller
We used Zonetransfers for airport transfers back and forth during a family trip to Madrid. On-time pickups, comfortable vehicles, and very friendly drivers. Will definitely use them again.(09/15/2026) Evelyn Campbell
Booked a private transfer from Barcelona Airport to our city-center hotel. Our driver, David, was exceptionally polite, helped with our heavy luggage, and gave us a few great local tips on the way.(09/11/2026) Rachel Henderson
What I appreciate most is knowing the exact cost upfront without unexpected luggage surcharges or meter surprises. Quick booking on the website and excellent customer support throughout.(09/06/2026) Emma Reed
We needed a transfer from Barcelona to Girona Airport early in the morning. The driver was there on time and we got to the airport with plenty of time. Very handy.(09/01/2026) Rachel Moore
Booked a transfer from Lisbon Airport to Faro. Long drive, but the car was comfortable and the driver was friendly. We arrived without any problems.(08/30/2026) Tom Harris
We used Zonetransfers for a transfer from Madrid to Ciudad Real. The driver was on time and the car was comfortable. Exactly what we needed.(08/25/2026) Claire Morgan
Booked a private transfer from Lisbon Airport to Sintra. Driver was waiting when we came out and helped with the bags. Simple and hassle-free.(08/22/2026) Jack Wilson
We needed to get from Valencia to Barcelona with quite a few bags, so we decided to book a private transfer. The driver arrived on time, helped us with the luggage and we went straight to our hotel in Barcelona. It worked really well for us.(08/14/2026) Sophie Turner
We booked a transfer from Lisbon Airport to Faro as we were staying in the Algarve for a few days. It was a long drive but the car was comfortable and the driver was friendly. We just sat back and enjoyed the trip instead of worrying about trains and changing buses.(08/07/2026) James Walker