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The cheapest and fastest buses from Lucca to Bologna

Showing times and prices for Nov 05

Cheapest price

€16

Average price

€26

Fastest journey

3 h 45 m

Average duration

4 h 31 m

Buses per day

3

Distance

98 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Lucca to Bologna is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Lucca to Bologna will cost around €26 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €16.

Fast buses

Of the 3 buses that leave Lucca for Bologna on Wed, Nov 05, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Wed, Nov 05 the direct buses cover the 98 km distance in an average of 4 h 31 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 45 m .

On Wed, Nov 05 the slowest buses will take 6 h 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.

Regionale
02:50AM3h49
Lucca
06:39AMBologna
161One-way
0 transfers
Regionale
08:25AM6h00
Lucca
02:25PMBologna
241One-way
0 transfers
FlixBus
05:40AM3h45
Lucca
09:25AMBologna
371One-way
0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Lucca to Bologna

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lucca to Bologna among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 6m. 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 bus costs an average of €9, and a train costs an average of €13.

Distance: 98 km

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Train

€15

Average price

Cheapest

€15

Average price

3h 8m

Average total duration

2h 38m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

2h 36m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 6m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

0.1 - 0.2kg

CO2 emissions

0.0 - 0.1kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest
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Live departures

Lucca to Bologna bus times

Showing buses for tomorrow, Wednesday, November 5
Last updated at 11:47 PM
Last updated at 11:47 PM

ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
trenitaliareg2:50 AM Lucca
3h49
6:39 AM Bologna0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbus5:40 AM Lucca
3h45
9:25 AM Bologna0 transfersDirect
trenitaliareg8:25 AM Lucca
6h00
2:25 PM Bologna0 transfersDirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Lucca to Bologna

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Buses from Lucca to Bologna run on average 9 times per day, taking around 2h 38m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €9 if you book in advance.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
98 km
Average bus duration
2h 38m
Cheapest ticket price
€9
Buses per day
9
Direct buses
3
Fastest bus
2h 30m
First bus
00:46
Last bus
22:45
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Bus providers: BlaBlaCar, Marino Autolinee, FlixBus, Curcio Viaggi, VaiBus from Lucca to BolognaYou can travel by bus between Lucca to Bologna with BlaBlaCar, Marino Autolinee, FlixBus, Curcio Viaggi, VaiBus for as low as €9. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

Marino Autolinee

About
MarinoBus is an Italian bus company with more than 200 destinations and 6,000 connections across Italy and Europe. Originally focused on Basilicata and Apulia, its network has expanded to cover the rest of Italy as well as Switzerland, France, Germany, and Luxembourg. All MarinoBus coaches are equipped with spacious reclining seats, air conditioning, onboard restrooms, WiFi, minibars, and color TVs. For your next trip, you can book the standard ticket, which includes one piece of hand luggage and up to two checked bags per passenger
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 5m
Cheapest Price
€10
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 10kg (55x40x20 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag up to 20 kg.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund. Cancellations within 24 hours incur a 50% fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible restrooms.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed.
Pets
Small pets allowed in carriers; larger pets must be leashed and muzzled.

FlixBus

About
FlixBus is one of Europe’s leading low-cost bus companies, founded in Germany and now offering long-distance services across Europe and the United States. In addition to its extensive daytime network, FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select European routes. Standard amenities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge devices, extra legroom, luggage space, and onboard toilets, with snacks and drinks available for purchase. FlixBus offers a single Standard ticket type for all routes, which includes one carry-on bag and one checked bag per passenger. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and for reserving specific seats, such as Extra Seats, Table Seats, or Panorama Seats. This combination of affordability, comfort, and wide coverage makes FlixBus a popular choice for budget-conscious travelers.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 30m
Cheapest Price
€8
FlixBus frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed for a fee; must be booked.
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed; guide dogs travel for free.

BlaBlaCar

About
BlaBlaCar is a French online marketplace for carpooling, connecting drivers with empty seats and passengers traveling to the same destination to share costs. Founded in 2006, it operates in Europe and Latin America, boasting 26 million active members. The platform also includes BlaBlaCar Bus, an intercity bus service. BlaBlaCar's name comes from its rating system for drivers' chattiness: \Bla\" for quiet, \"BlaBla\" for talkative, and \"BlaBlaBla\" for very chatty. The company aims to be the leading marketplace for shared travel, offering affordable and sustainable solutions by combining carpooling with bus journeys."
Luggage & cancellation policy
BlaBlaCar frequency
4 a day

Curcio Viaggi

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 45m
Cheapest Price
€9
Curcio Viaggi frequency
1 a day

VaiBus

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 52m
Cheapest Price
€18
VaiBus frequency
1 a day

FAQs: Bus from Lucca to Bologna

FAQs: Take the bus from Lucca to Bologna with ease. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have the information you need to know so you can find the best option from Lucca to Bologna.
FAQs
The average journey time by coach from Lucca to Bologna is 3 h 45 min   to travel the 98 km long journey, with around there is 1 coach per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Lucca to Bologna leaves at 06: 40. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from Lucca to Bologna leaves at 21: 40.
There is 1 coach a day from Lucca to Bologna which require at least one change with Marino Autolinee, Regionale or BlaBlaCar. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
For the journey from Lucca to Bologna you can take a coach with Marino Autolinee, Regionale or BlaBlaCar. Be sure to check out all possible coach companies that offer services to Bologna from Lucca on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Lucca, Stazione FS, which is located around 1.3 miles (2.1 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Bologna, Stazione Centrale, located 1.5 miles (2.4 km) away from the city centre.

The cheapest month to travel from Lucca to Bologna by coach is February.
You have options as you can travel to Bologna from Lucca 2 different ways: coach or train.

popular bus stations

Popular bus stations from Lucca to Bologna

Lucca
Bologna
The major bus station for departures in Lucca is Lucca, Viale Regina Margherita / Via Montanara. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Lucca, Viale Regina Margherita / Via Montanara for your trip from Lucca to Bologna.
Lucca, Viale Regina Margherita / Via Montanara

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