- Must visit
Museo Casa Natale di Giacomo Puccini
Set in the birthplace of composer Giacomo Puccini, this museum displays personal items and documents from his early life.
Cheapest price on Sep 18
Kč336
Average ticket price on Sep 18
Kč381
Fastest journey on Sep 18
2 h 35 m
Average journey duration on Sep 18
3 h 7 m
Buses on Sep 18
8
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 Kč381 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only Kč336.
On Fri, Sep 18, we found 8 buses from Bologna to Lucca, including 1 direct services.
On Fri, Sep 18 the direct buses cover the 98 km distance in an average of 3 h 7 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 35 m .
On Fri, Sep 18 the slowest buses will take 3 h 25 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.
FlixBus
Treno 17825 effettuato con bus FI637 · Regionale 34023 · Regionale 18514
Autobus TTPER B0405 · Regionale 18514
Autobus TTPER B0403 · Regionale 18512
Autobus TTPER B0401 · Regionale 18490
FlixBus
Treno 17825 effettuato con bus FI637 · Regionale 34023 · Regionale 18514
Autobus TTPER B0405 · Regionale 18514
Autobus TTPER B0403 · Regionale 18512
FlixBus · FlixBusOmio 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 an average ticket price of Kč425 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 44m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of Kč425, while a bus costs an average of Kč507.
Distance: 60 miles (98 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
Kč507 Average price | Kč425 Average price Cheapest | Kč1011 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 59m Average total duration 2h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 44m Average total duration Fastest 2h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 1m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Bologna to Lucca:
A train is Kč82 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Bologna to Lucca costing on average Kč507.
Other travel options to Lucca take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 29m.
Tickets start at around Kč507 compared to roughly Kč1011 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about Kč504. The journey takes 2h 29m versus 2h 1m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by FlixBus, BlaBlaCar.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:20AM | Arrival Time 02:30AM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price Kč308 |
Operator Regionale | Departure Time 07:10AM | Arrival Time 11:23AM | Duration 4h13 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price Kč376 |
Operator Regionale | Departure Time 08:10AM | Arrival Time 12:23PM | Duration 4h13 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price Kč376 |
Operator Regionale | Departure Time 09:10AM | Arrival Time 01:23PM | Duration 4h13 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri | Cheapest price Kč371 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 12:10PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price Kč377 |
Operator Regionale | Departure Time 10:10AM | Arrival Time 01:39PM | Duration 3h29 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri | Cheapest price Kč371 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:40AM | Arrival Time 12:20PM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price Kč410 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 12:40PM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price Kč259 |
Operator Regionale | Departure Time 11:10AM | Arrival Time 02:29PM | Duration 3h19 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price Kč371 |
Operator Regionale | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 02:29PM | Duration 2h59 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price Kč371 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:20PM | Arrival Time 03:10PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price Kč385 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 04:40PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price Kč342 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:25PM | Arrival Time 06:15PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price Kč543 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:40PM | Arrival Time 04:20PM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price Kč410 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:10PM | Arrival Time 04:30PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price Kč321 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:25PM | Arrival Time 07:15PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price Kč488 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price Kč259 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:25PM | Arrival Time 08:15PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price Kč517 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:40PM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price Kč290 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:50PM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price Kč259 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:50PM | Arrival Time 08:15PM | Duration 3h25 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price Kč374 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 08:15PM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price Kč413 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:40PM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price Kč227 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:50PM | Arrival Time 07:40PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price Kč410 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 08:10PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price Kč342 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:10PM | Arrival Time 07:40PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price Kč259 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 08:20PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price Kč410 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 09:20PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price Kč410 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:20PM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price Kč376 |
Operator Frecciarossa | Departure Time 08:37PM | Arrival Time 03:59AM | Duration 7h22 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price Kč1353 |
Operator Frecciarossa | Departure Time 09:27PM | Arrival Time 05:59AM | Duration 8h32 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price Kč784 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:40PM | Arrival Time 12:15AM | Duration 2h35 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price Kč258 |
The table below shows live departures for Bologna to Lucca buses for tomorrow, Friday, September 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Autobus TTPER B0401 · Regionale 18490 | 9:10 AM Bologna Centrale | 4h13 | 1:23 PM Lucca station | 1 transfer | |
Autobus TTPER B0401 · Regionale 18490 · Regionale 19208 | 9:10 AM Bologna Centrale | 4h27 | 1:37 PM San Pietro a Vico | 2 transfers | |
Autobus TTPER B0403 · Regionale 18512 | 10:10 AM Bologna Centrale | 3h19 | 1:29 PM Lucca station | 1 transfer | |
Autobus TTPER B0403 · Regionale 18512 · Regionale 19165 | 10:10 AM Bologna Centrale | 4h06 | 2:16 PM San Pietro a Vico | 2 transfers | |
Autobus TTPER B0405 · Regionale 18514 | 11:10 AM Bologna Centrale | 3h19 | 2:29 PM Lucca station | 1 transfer | |
Treno 17825 effettuato con bus FI637 · Regionale 34023 · Regionale 18514 | 11:30 AM Bologna Centrale | 2h59 | 2:29 PM Lucca station | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:50 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 3h25 | 8:15 PM Lucca, Viale Regina Margherita / Via Montanara | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 9:40 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 2h35 | 12:15 AM Lucca, Viale Regina Margherita / Via Montanara | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Bologna to Lucca run on average 1 times per day, taking around 2h 29m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at Kč207 if you book in advance.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 04:05, the last at 22:45. The fastest bus covers the 60 miles (98 km) distance in 2h 20m.
Distance 60 miles (98 km) |
Average bus duration 2h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price Kč207 |
Buses per day 1 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 2h 20m |
First bus 4:05 AM |
Last bus 10:45 PM |
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Discover the best of Lucca — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Lucca trip today.
Set in the birthplace of composer Giacomo Puccini, this museum displays personal items and documents from his early life.
Lucca’s leading art museum in a former palace, with paintings, decorative arts, and insight into the city’s noble history.
A major museum of sacred art and archaeology beside the cathedral, known for treasures tied to Lucca’s religious heritage.
Lucca’s fully walkable Renaissance walls form a broad tree-lined promenade with classic views, cycling paths, and local daily life.
The city’s main shopping street links major squares and landmarks, perfect for strolling through Lucca’s elegant historic core.
A lively square on the Roman forum site, framed by San Michele church and historic buildings, especially atmospheric in the evening.
Hearty Tuscan soup of cannellini beans, kale, black cabbage, potatoes, and stale bread. A rustic Lucca staple shaped by peasant cooking traditions.
Slow-cooked beef braised in red wine, black pepper, herbs, and tomato. It is a beloved Lucchese main linked to local tavern and family cooking.
Lucchese ring-shaped sweet bread with raisins and anise. Traditionally enjoyed at festivals and with coffee or sweet wine.
Refined restaurant with creative Tuscan cuisine, tasting menus, and polished service in an intimate upscale setting.
Historic Lucchese restaurant known for traditional Tuscan cooking, seasonal ingredients, and an elegant but welcoming atmosphere inside the walls.
Well-known traditional trattoria serving classic Lucca dishes, handmade pasta, and hearty mains in a cozy, old-style setting.
Moderate for Tuscany: lodging and dining are below Florence, while local buses and bike-friendly sights keep daily costs manageable for most tourists.
Service is often included or modest. Round up or leave €1-2 at cafes, 5-10% for very good restaurant service, and round up taxi fares.
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Viale Regina Margherita / Via Montanara -> Lucca Piazza Napoleone
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.

Most Bologna to Lucca buses use the Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) to Lucca, Viale Regina Margherita / Via Montanara station pair. Use this guide to compare Bologna and Lucca bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) is 1 km from Bologna city centre. Public transport options include:
Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria Autostazione (in the station), Trattoria del Rosso (0.5 km), Osteria Broccaindosso (0.7 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre).
Available at Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre): Elevators, ramps.
Bologna, Porta San Donato is 1 km from Bologna city centre. Public transport options include:
Bologna, Porta San Donato has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Bologna, Porta San Donato. ATMs are available at Bologna, Porta San Donato.
Ticket office support is available at Bologna, Porta San Donato.
Available at Bologna, Porta San Donato: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bologna, Porta San Donato: The station has accessible access for disabled passengers.
Bolonʹya, Rizzoli(Болонья, Rizzoli) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Bolonʹya, Rizzoli(Болонья, Rizzoli). ATMs are available at Bolonʹya, Rizzoli(Болонья, Rizzoli).
Ticket office support is available at Bolonʹya, Rizzoli(Болонья, Rizzoli).
Available at Bolonʹya, Rizzoli(Болонья, Rizzoli): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bolonʹya, Rizzoli(Болонья, Rizzoli): The bus station is accessible for people with disabilities.
Lucca, Viale Regina Margherita / Via Montanara has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Lucca, Viale Regina Margherita / Via Montanara. ATMs are available at Lucca, Viale Regina Margherita / Via Montanara.
Ticket office support is available at Lucca, Viale Regina Margherita / Via Montanara.
Available at Lucca, Viale Regina Margherita / Via Montanara: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Lucca, Viale Regina Margherita / Via Montanara: Accessible for people with disabilities.
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