How to travel from Bologna to Lecce

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Compare bus, train, and flight for Bologna to Lecce

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bologna to Lecce among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $22. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 43m. 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 $22, and a flight costs an average of $25.

Distance: 450 miles (725 km)

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Driving

$78

Average price

$38

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Cheapest

$146

Average price

$231

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

9h 36m

Average total duration

9h 6m

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30m

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12h 10m

Average total duration

11h 40m

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30m

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4h 43m

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1h 43m

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3h 0m

Additional time*

9h 34m

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0.2 - 0.7kg

CO2 emissions

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0.7 - 1.8kg

CO2 emissions

2.2 - 4.3kg

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Intercity Notte

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Marino Autolinee

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Malta Air

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Bologna to Lecce is a bus with an average price of $38 (€31).

This is compared to other travel options from Bologna to Lecce:

A bus is $40 (€32) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bologna to Lecce costing on average $78 (€63).

A bus is $108 (€88) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bologna to Lecce costing on average $146 (€119).

The fastest way to travel from Bologna to Lecce is by flight with an average journey time of 1h 43m.

Other travel options to Lecce take longer:

Train takes on average 9h 6m.

Bus takes on average 11h 40m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Bologna and Lecce including taking a bus, train, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Bologna to Lecce among Omio's users.

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from Bologna to Lecce

How to get from Bologna to Lecce by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

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The best way to travel from Bologna to Lecce is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    10:50 AM12h05
    Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
    10:55 PMLecce, Parcheggio Ex-Foro Boario (Terminal Bus)
    $401One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    10:50 AM12h05
    Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
    10:55 PMLecce, Parcheggio Ex-Foro Boario (Terminal Bus)
    $401One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • Malta AirFR 4351
    2:10 PM1h25
    Bologna Airport
    3:35 PMBrindisi Airport
    $3121One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • IntercityIntercity 594+Intercity NotteInterCityNotte 789
    5:25 PM13h56
    Bologna Centrale
    7:21 AMLecce station
    $1231One-way
    1 transfer
  • FrecciarossaFRECCIAROSSA 9809+RegionaleRegionale 4445
    4:55 PM8h00
    Bologna Centrale
    12:55 AMLecce station
    $1301One-way
    1 transfer
  • FrecciarossaFRECCIAROSSA 9805
    11:45 AM7h07
    Bologna Centrale
    6:52 PMLecce station
    $1341One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    11:40 PM11h05
    Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
    10:45 AMLecce, Parcheggio Ex-Foro Boario (Terminal Bus)
    $421One-way
    0 transfers
  • Marino Autolinee203 · 207
    11:30 AM11h10
    Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
    10:40 PMLecce, Parcheggio Ex-Foro Boario (Terminal Bus)
    $441One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    11:40 PM11h25
    Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
    11:05 AMLecce, Parcheggio Ex-Foro Boario (Terminal Bus)
    $481One-way
    0 transfers
  • ITAAZ1320 · AZ1625
    7:05 PM3h55
    Bologna Airport
    11:00 PMBrindisi Airport
    $1671One-way
    1 transfer
  • ITAAZ1312 · AZ1621
    6:30 AM4h00
    Bologna Airport
    10:30 AMBrindisi Airport
    $2161One-way
    1 transfer
  • ITAAZ1312 · AZ1621+Cotrap05 - 54R
    6:30 AM7h30
    Bologna Airport
    2:00 PMLecce, Parcheggio Ex-Foro Boario (Terminal Bus)
    $2241One-way
    2 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Bologna to Lecce

Travel to Lecce easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Bologna to Lecce.

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There are 3 options to travel between Bologna and Lecce including taking a bus, train, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Bologna to Lecce is a bus with an average price of $38 (€31).

This is compared to other travel options from Bologna to Lecce:

A bus is $40 (€32) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bologna to Lecce costing on average $78 (€63).

A bus is $108 (€88) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bologna to Lecce costing on average $146 (€119).

The fastest way to travel from Bologna to Lecce is by flight with an average journey time of 1h 43m.

Other travel options to Lecce take longer:

Train takes on average 9h 6m.

Bus takes on average 11h 40m.

The distance from Bologna to Lecce is approximately 450 miles (725 km).
The average frequency per day from Bologna to Lecce is:
  • Around 19 buses per day.
  • Around 16 trains per day.
  • Around 11 flights per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Bologna and Lecce as scheduled services by bus, train, and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Bologna to Lecce:
  • Flights mostly depart from Bologna Airport and arrive in Brindisi Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Bologna Centrale and arrive in Lecce station.
  • Buses mostly depart from Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) and arrive in Lecce, Parcheggio Ex-Foro Boario (Terminal Bus).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Bologna to Lecce, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Malta Air, Ryanair, ITA to go to Lecce by flight.
  • Travel with Marino Autolinee, Itabus, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, Infobus to go to Lecce by bus.
  • Travel with Intercity Notte, Intercity, Frecciarossa, Frecciargento, Italo to go to Lecce by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from Bologna to Lecce with the following travel companies:
  • 2 direct flights per day with Malta Air, Ryanair.
  • 7 direct buses per day with Marino Autolinee, Itabus, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar.
  • 11 direct trains per day with Intercity Notte, Intercity, Frecciarossa.
Omio customers who travel from Bologna to Lecce often also extend their vacation to go to Rome, Naples, Bari, Brindisi, Gallipoli. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Lecce and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Lecce to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Lecce, you can stroll along Via Vittorio Emanuele II, visit the Roman Amphitheatre for cultural events, and enjoy the Giardini Pubblici. Explore the Castello Carlo V and take a guided tour to appreciate the city's baroque architecture. Key sights include Piazza del Duomo, Basilica di Santa Croce, Roman Amphitheatre, Porta Napoli, and Museo Faggiano.
Three days in Lecce is ideal to explore its Baroque architecture, enjoy the local cuisine, and visit nearby attractions like the Adriatic coast.
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