How to travel from Bologna to Lourdes

There are 2 options to travel between Bologna and Lourdes including taking a train and bus.

The cheapest way to travel from Bologna to Lourdes is a flight with an average price of €122.

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

A flight is €8 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bologna to Lourdes costing on average €130.

A flight is €42 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Bologna to Lourdes costing on average €163.

The fastest way to travel from Bologna to Lourdes is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 35m.

Other travel options to Lourdes take longer:

Train takes on average 21h 48m.

Bus takes on average 27h 0m.

The distance from Bologna to Lourdes is approximately 575 miles (926 km).

The average frequency per day from Bologna to Lourdes is:

• Around 8 trains per day.
• Around 2 flights per day.
• Around 2 buses per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Bologna to Lourdes:

• Flights mostly depart from Bologna Airport and arrive in Tarbes-Lourdes-Pyrénées Airport.
• Trains mostly depart from Bologna Centrale and arrive in Lourdes station.
• Buses mostly depart from Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) and arrive in Lourdes, Gare SNCF.

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Bologna to Lourdes, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:

• Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus to go to Lourdes by bus.
• Travel with SNCF | Intercités de nuit to go to Lourdes by train.
• Travel with Volotea to go to Lourdes by flight.

Omio customers who travel from Bologna to Lourdes often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Toulouse, Barcelona, Rome, London. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Lourdes and these popular destinations at a great price.

Most travelers need at least three days in Lourdes to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.

In Lourdes, you can visit the Musée de Lourdes to learn about the history of the pilgrimage destination, explore local markets for regional products and souvenirs, and attend a candlelight procession at the Sanctuary of Our Lady of Lourdes. Other notable sites include the House of St. Bernadette, the Sanctuary of Our Lady of Lourdes with the Grotto of Massabielle, the Basilica of the Immaculate Conception, the Basilica of Our Lady of the Rosary, and the Château Fort de Lourdes with its panoramic views. For outdoor enthusiasts, a leisurely walk along the Gave de Pau river or a funicular ride to Pic du Jer for hiking and scenic vistas are recommended.

Typically, spending 2 to 3 days in Lourdes allows visitors to explore the Sanctuary of Our Lady of Lourdes, attend a candlelight procession, visit the Grotto, and explore nearby attractions such as the Pic du Jer and the Pyrenees.