How to travel from Lucerne to Bologna

There are 3 options to travel between Lucerne and Bologna including taking a train, bus, and flight.

The cheapest way to travel from Lucerne to Bologna is a bus with an average price of CHF42.

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

A bus is CHF44 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lucerne to Bologna costing on average CHF87.

A bus is CHF405 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Lucerne to Bologna costing on average CHF448.

The fastest way to travel from Lucerne to Bologna is by flight with an average journey time of 1h 5m.

Other travel options to Bologna take longer:

Train takes on average 5h 5m.

Bus takes on average 6h 25m.

The distance from Lucerne to Bologna is approximately 229 miles (369 km).

The average frequency per day from Lucerne to Bologna is:

• Around 37 trains per day.
• Around 22 flights per day.
• Around 5 buses per day.

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

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

• Flights mostly depart from Zurich Airport and arrive in Bologna Airport.
• Trains mostly depart from Arth-Goldau and arrive in Bologna Centrale.
• Buses mostly depart from Luzern, Landenburgstrasse (Busparkplatz) and arrive in Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre).

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

• Travel with FlixBus, Marino Autolinee, BlaBlaCar to go to Bologna by bus.
• Travel with Trenitalia, Regionale, SBB, Intercity, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) to go to Bologna by train.
• Travel with Helvetic Airways to go to Bologna by flight.

Yes, there are direct services available from Lucerne to Bologna with the following travel companies:

• 3 direct buses per day with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar.
• 1 direct trains per day with Trenitalia.
• 3 direct flights per day with Helvetic Airways.

Omio customers who travel from Lucerne to Bologna often also extend their vacation to go to Florence, Milan, Rome, Venice, Rimini. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Bologna and these popular destinations at a great price.

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

In Bologna, you can explore Piazza Maggiore, the bustling central square surrounded by historic buildings and lively cafes. Climb the Two Towers for panoramic city views, and visit the Basilica di San Petronio, a grand church with stunning architecture. Discover the Archiginnasio of Bologna, a historic university building featuring a remarkable anatomical theater. Don't miss the Mercato di Mezzo, where you can enjoy local delicacies and fresh produce. Additionally, explore Santo Stefano, a fascinating complex known as the Seven Churches with unique architectural features.

Three days in Bologna is generally sufficient to explore its historic sites, enjoy its renowned cuisine, and experience its vibrant culture.