The cheapest and fastest buses from Lecce to Bologna
Cheapest price
$33
Average price
$69
Fastest journey
8 h 30 m
Average duration
10 h 21 m
Buses per day
24
Distance
725 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Lecce to Bologna is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lecce to Bologna will cost around $69 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $33.
Of the 24 buses that leave Lecce for Bologna on Wed, Nov 05, 7 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 725 km distance in an average of 10 h 21 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h 30 m .
On Wed, Nov 05 the slowest buses will take 11 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.
1122
107 · 103
042
206 · 200
1226 · 3802
042
206 · 200
FlixBus
107 · 103Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Lecce to Bologna
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lecce to Bologna among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €17. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 46m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.7kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €17, and a flight costs an average of €26.
Distance: 450 miles (725 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€39 Average price Cheapest | €69 Average price | €149 Average price |
11h 48m Average total duration 11h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 42m Average total duration 8h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 46m Average total duration Fastest 1h 46m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.7 - 1.8kg CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.2 - 4.3kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Lecce to Bologna Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Italo | Departure Time 05:00AM | Arrival Time 03:08PM | Duration 10h08 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $92 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 05:00AM | Arrival Time 06:55PM | Duration 13h55 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 05:05AM | Arrival Time 03:50PM | Duration 10h45 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:45AM | Arrival Time 05:15PM | Duration 11h30 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:45AM | Arrival Time 10:15PM | Duration 15h30 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $107 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:40AM | Arrival Time 10:05PM | Duration 14h25 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $92 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 04:30PM | Duration 8h30 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $65 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 09:05AM | Arrival Time 10:40PM | Duration 13h35 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator Italo | Departure Time 09:05AM | Arrival Time 08:18PM | Duration 11h13 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $80 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:20AM | Arrival Time 01:15AM | Duration 15h55 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $93 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 11:55AM | Arrival Time 03:40AM | Duration 15h45 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:05PM | Arrival Time 03:55AM | Duration 15h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $89 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 02:50PM | Arrival Time 05:10AM | Duration 14h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 05:10PM | Arrival Time 03:50AM | Duration 10h40 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 05:15PM | Arrival Time 04:30AM | Duration 11h15 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:20PM | Arrival Time 04:45AM | Duration 11h25 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:35PM | Arrival Time 04:40AM | Duration 11h05 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:55PM | Arrival Time 04:45AM | Duration 10h50 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 07:10PM | Arrival Time 12:25PM | Duration 17h15 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 08:15PM | Arrival Time 07:15AM | Duration 11h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 12:25PM | Duration 15h55 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator Italo | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 09:03AM | Duration 12h33 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $86 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 12:05PM | Duration 15h05 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $61 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 10:15PM | Arrival Time 01:40PM | Duration 15h25 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:55PM | Arrival Time 01:45PM | Duration 14h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $64 |
Live departures
Lecce to Bologna bus times
The table below shows live departures for Lecce to Bologna buses for today, Tuesday, November 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1108 · 2126 | 9:15 PM Lecce, Parcheggio Ex-Foro Boario (Terminal Bus) | 14h25 | 11:40 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:55 PM Lecce, Parcheggio Ex-Foro Boario (Terminal Bus) | 14h20 | 12:15 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1 transfer | |
| Wednesday, November 5 | |||||
206 · 200 | 4:05 AM Lecce, Parcheggio Ex-Foro Boario (Terminal Bus) | 10h45 | 2:50 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:45 AM Lecce, Parcheggio Ex-Foro Boario (Terminal Bus) | 15h30 | 9:15 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1 transfer | |
1122 | 8:05 AM Lecce, Parcheggio Ex-Foro Boario (Terminal Bus) | 13h35 | 9:40 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Itabus | 1122 · 8922 | 8:05 AM Lecce station | 11h13 | 7:18 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
1104 · 2494 | 10:55 AM Lecce, Parcheggio Ex-Foro Boario (Terminal Bus) | 15h30 | 2:25 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1 transfer | |
1104 · 3898 | 10:55 AM Lecce, Parcheggio Ex-Foro Boario (Terminal Bus) | 14h30 | 1:25 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1 transfer | |
1104 · 2772 | 10:55 AM Lecce, Parcheggio Ex-Foro Boario (Terminal Bus) | 14h55 | 1:50 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1 transfer | |
1104 · 3826 | 10:55 AM Lecce, Parcheggio Ex-Foro Boario (Terminal Bus) | 15h45 | 2:40 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1 transfer | |
1104 · 2422 | 10:55 AM Lecce, Parcheggio Ex-Foro Boario (Terminal Bus) | 16h25 | 3:20 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1 transfer | |
042 | 4:10 PM Lecce, Parcheggio Ex-Foro Boario (Terminal Bus) | 10h40 | 2:50 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
2204 | 4:15 PM Lecce, Parcheggio Ex-Foro Boario (Terminal Bus) | 11h15 | 3:30 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:20 PM Lecce, Parcheggio Ex-Foro Boario (Terminal Bus) | 11h25 | 3:45 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:35 PM Lecce, Parcheggio Ex-Foro Boario (Terminal Bus) | 11h05 | 3:40 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:55 PM Lecce, Parcheggio Ex-Foro Boario (Terminal Bus) | 10h50 | 3:45 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
107 · 103 | 7:15 PM Lecce, Parcheggio Ex-Foro Boario (Terminal Bus) | 11h00 | 6:15 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1 transfer | |
1226 · 1994 | 7:30 PM Lecce, Parcheggio Ex-Foro Boario (Terminal Bus) | 15h55 | 11:25 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1 transfer | |
1226 · 2126 | 7:30 PM Lecce, Parcheggio Ex-Foro Boario (Terminal Bus) | 16h10 | 11:40 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1 transfer | |
1226 · 3492 | 7:30 PM Lecce, Parcheggio Ex-Foro Boario (Terminal Bus) | 15h10 | 10:40 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1 transfer | |
1226 · 3802 | 7:30 PM Lecce, Parcheggio Ex-Foro Boario (Terminal Bus) | 17h10 | 12:40 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1 transfer | |
Itabus | 1226 · 9908 | 7:30 PM Lecce station | 12h33 | 8:03 AM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Lecce to Bologna
Distance 450 miles (725 km) |
Average bus duration 11h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price $21 (€17) |
Buses per day 21 |
Direct buses 6 |
Fastest bus 10h 20m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 23:54 |
Key Takeaways
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from Lecce to Bologna start from as low as $21 (€17) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $48 (€39) depending on the train type and class.
Bus providers: Marino Autolinee, Itabus, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar from Lecce to BolognaYou can travel by bus between Lecce to Bologna with Marino Autolinee, Itabus, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar for as low as $21 (€17). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Lecce to Bologna

Passengers board the bus most frequently from Lecce, Parcheggio Ex-Foro Boario (Terminal Bus), which is located around 1.2 miles (2 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the bus at Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre), located 1.4 miles (2.2 km) away from the city centre.
- Marino Autolinee
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible restrooms.
- Itabus
- Assistance
- Dedicated seating areas
- Accessible restrooms.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Piazza Maggiore, a central square surrounded by historic buildings and a hub for local events
- Two Towers, iconic medieval towers offering panoramic views of the city
- Basilica di San Petronio, a grand Gothic church known for its unfinished facade and impressive interior
- Archiginnasio of Bologna, a historic university building with a stunning anatomical theater and library
- Santo Stefano, a complex of religious buildings known as the Seven Churches with unique architectural features.
- Piazza Maggiore, the central square surrounded by historic buildings and lively cafes
- Two Towers, iconic medieval towers offering panoramic views of the city
- Basilica di San Petronio, a grand church with impressive architecture and art
- Archiginnasio of Bologna, a historic university building with a stunning anatomical theater
- Mercato di Mezzo, a bustling market offering local delicacies and fresh produce.
- Marino Autolinee
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund. Cancellations within 24 hours incur a 50% fee.
- Itabus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
- FlixBus
- 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.
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- Marino Autolinee
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg (55x40x20 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Itabus
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Marino Autolinee
- 10€ per additional bag up to 20 kg.
- Itabus
- 5€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Marino Autolinee
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- Larger pets must be leashed and muzzled.
- Itabus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- Larger pets must be leashed and muzzled.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- Guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Lecce to Bologna
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available near the bus terminal entrance.
- Ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 27, 30, 31 Train: Lecce Station
- 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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