The cheapest and fastest buses from Bologna to Lucca
Cheapest price
€11
Average price
€18
Fastest journey
1 h 20 m
Average duration
1 h 48 m
Buses per day
7
Distance
98 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Bologna to Lucca is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bologna to Lucca will cost around €18 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €11.
Of the 7 buses that leave Bologna for Lucca on Sun, Dec 21, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Dec 21 the direct buses cover the 98 km distance in an average of 1 h 48 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 20 m .
On Sun, Dec 21 the slowest buses will take 2 h 10 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.










Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Bologna to Lucca
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bologna to Lucca among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 20m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €13, and a bus costs an average of €9.
Distance: 98 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
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€15 Average price | €14 Average price Cheapest |
3h 6m Average total duration 2h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 50m Average total duration Fastest 2h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Bologna to Lucca bus times
The table below shows live departures for Bologna to Lucca buses for today, Saturday, December 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:40 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 3h30 | 7:10 PM Lucca, Viale Regina Margherita / Via Montanara | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 8:40 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 2h35 | 11:15 PM Lucca, Viale Regina Margherita / Via Montanara | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Bologna to Lucca
Buses from Bologna to Lucca run on average 12 times per day, taking around 2h 36m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €9 if you book in advance.
There are 3 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 03:45, the last at 22:45. The fastest bus covers the 98 km distance in 2h 35m.
Distance 98 km |
Average bus duration 2h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price €9 |
Buses per day 12 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 2h 35m |
First bus 03:45 |
Last bus 22:45 |
Bus providers: Marino Autolinee, BlaBlaCar, FlixBus, Itabus from Bologna to LuccaYou can travel by bus between Bologna to Lucca with Marino Autolinee, BlaBlaCar, FlixBus, Itabus for as low as €9. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Bologna to Lucca
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bologna to Lucca by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Lucca, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre), which is located around 1.4 miles (2.2 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Lucca, Viale Regina Margherita / Via Montanara, located 1.9 miles (3.1 km) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Bologna to Lucca
- 05:30-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Autostazione (in the station)
- Trattoria del Rosso (0.5 km)
- Osteria Broccaindosso (0.7 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 11, 21, 25, 30 Train: Bologna Centrale
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