What is the best way to travel from Bologna to Lucca?
Looking for a trip? Check and compare all the available Carpool, Buses and Trains to Lucca from Bologna. Look at different modes of transportation, search for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 3 available companies to find your perfect trip!
What is the cheapest way to reach Lucca from Bologna?
You can reach Lucca with just £11 by taking a Train from Trenitalia, but there are many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for you for the next few days here.
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Trenitalia2h 55m005:46BolognaSan Ruffillo Train Station08:41LuccaCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Trenitalia goes from San Ruffillo Train Station, Bologna (Italy) at 07/07/2026 05:46:00 to Central Station, Lucca (Italy) arriving at 07/07/2026 08:41:00. 50 Economy ticket for £11 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 55m
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Trenitalia3h 12m006:16BolognaSan Ruffillo Train Station09:28LuccaCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Trenitalia goes from San Ruffillo Train Station, Bologna (Italy) at 07/07/2026 06:16:00 to Central Station, Lucca (Italy) arriving at 07/07/2026 09:28:00. 50 Economy ticket for £11 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 12m
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Trenitalia3h 22m007:16BolognaSan Ruffillo Train Station10:38LuccaCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Trenitalia goes from San Ruffillo Train Station, Bologna (Italy) at 07/07/2026 07:16:00 to Central Station, Lucca (Italy) arriving at 07/07/2026 10:38:00. 50 Economy ticket for £11 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 22m
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Trenitalia4h 42m008:46BolognaSan Ruffillo Train Station13:28LuccaCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Trenitalia goes from San Ruffillo Train Station, Bologna (Italy) at 07/07/2026 08:46:00 to Central Station, Lucca (Italy) arriving at 07/07/2026 13:28:00. 50 Economy ticket for £11 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 42m
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Trenitalia3h 9m011:30BolognaCentral Station14:39LuccaCentral Station0EconomyA Bus from Trenitalia goes from Central Station, Bologna (Italy) at 07/07/2026 11:30:00 to Central Station, Lucca (Italy) arriving at 07/07/2026 14:39:00. 50 Economy ticket for £12 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 9m
Cheapest Trains Tuesday
Cheapest Buses Tuesday
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FlixBus2h 35m021:40BolognaPiazza XX Settembre Bus Station00:15LuccaCentral Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station, Bologna (Italy) at 09/07/2026 21:40:00 to Central Station, Lucca (Italy) arriving at 10/07/2026 00:15:00. 50 Economy ticket for £12 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 35m
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FlixBus3h 25m016:50BolognaPiazza XX Settembre Bus Station20:15LuccaCentral Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station, Bologna (Italy) at 09/07/2026 16:50:00 to Central Station, Lucca (Italy) arriving at 09/07/2026 20:15:00. 50 Economy ticket for £24 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 25m
Cheapest Buses Thursday
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FlixBus2h 35m021:40BolognaPiazza XX Settembre Bus Station00:15LuccaCentral Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station, Bologna (Italy) at 10/07/2026 21:40:00 to Central Station, Lucca (Italy) arriving at 11/07/2026 00:15:00. 50 Economy ticket for £12 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 35m
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FlixBus3h 25m016:50BolognaPiazza XX Settembre Bus Station20:15LuccaCentral Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station, Bologna (Italy) at 10/07/2026 16:50:00 to Central Station, Lucca (Italy) arriving at 10/07/2026 20:15:00. 50 Economy ticket for £26 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 25m
Cheapest Buses Friday
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FlixBus2h 35m021:40BolognaPiazza XX Settembre Bus Station00:15LuccaCentral Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station, Bologna (Italy) at 11/07/2026 21:40:00 to Central Station, Lucca (Italy) arriving at 12/07/2026 00:15:00. 50 Economy ticket for £13 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 35m
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FlixBus3h 25m016:50BolognaPiazza XX Settembre Bus Station20:15LuccaCentral Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station, Bologna (Italy) at 11/07/2026 16:50:00 to Central Station, Lucca (Italy) arriving at 11/07/2026 20:15:00. 50 Economy ticket for £23 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 25m
Cheapest Buses Saturday
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Trenitalia4h 1m005:22BolognaBorgo Panigale Train Station09:23LuccaCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Trenitalia goes from Borgo Panigale Train Station, Bologna (Italy) at 12/07/2026 05:22:00 to Central Station, Lucca (Italy) arriving at 12/07/2026 09:23:00. 50 Economy ticket for £11 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 1m
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Trenitalia5h 5m008:24BolognaBorgo Panigale Train Station13:29LuccaCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Trenitalia goes from Borgo Panigale Train Station, Bologna (Italy) at 12/07/2026 08:24:00 to Central Station, Lucca (Italy) arriving at 12/07/2026 13:29:00. 50 Economy ticket for £11 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 5m
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Trenitalia4h 5m011:24BolognaBorgo Panigale Train Station15:29LuccaCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Trenitalia goes from Borgo Panigale Train Station, Bologna (Italy) at 12/07/2026 11:24:00 to Central Station, Lucca (Italy) arriving at 12/07/2026 15:29:00. 50 Economy ticket for £11 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 5m
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Trenitalia4h 5m013:24BolognaBorgo Panigale Train Station17:29LuccaCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Trenitalia goes from Borgo Panigale Train Station, Bologna (Italy) at 12/07/2026 13:24:00 to Central Station, Lucca (Italy) arriving at 12/07/2026 17:29:00. 50 Economy ticket for £11 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 5m
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BlaBlaCar2h 0m015:50Bologna17:50Lucca0EconomyA Car from BlaBlaCar goes from , Bologna (Italy) at 12/07/2026 15:50:00 to , Lucca (Italy) arriving at 12/07/2026 17:50:00. 50 Economy ticket for £12 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 0m
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FlixBus2h 35m021:40BolognaPiazza XX Settembre Bus Station00:15LuccaCentral Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station, Bologna (Italy) at 12/07/2026 21:40:00 to Central Station, Lucca (Italy) arriving at 13/07/2026 00:15:00. 50 Economy ticket for £13 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 35m
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FlixBus3h 25m016:50BolognaPiazza XX Settembre Bus Station20:15LuccaCentral Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station, Bologna (Italy) at 12/07/2026 16:50:00 to Central Station, Lucca (Italy) arriving at 12/07/2026 20:15:00. 50 Economy ticket for £23 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 25m
Cheapest Trains Sunday
Cheapest Carpool Sunday
Cheapest Buses Sunday
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FlixBus2h 35m021:40BolognaPiazza XX Settembre Bus Station00:15LuccaCentral Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station, Bologna (Italy) at 13/07/2026 21:40:00 to Central Station, Lucca (Italy) arriving at 14/07/2026 00:15:00. 50 Economy ticket for £12 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 35m
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FlixBus3h 25m016:50BolognaPiazza XX Settembre Bus Station20:15LuccaCentral Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station, Bologna (Italy) at 13/07/2026 16:50:00 to Central Station, Lucca (Italy) arriving at 13/07/2026 20:15:00. 50 Economy ticket for £25 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 25m
Cheapest Buses Monday
What are the fastest trips from Bologna to Lucca?
You can get to Lucca from Bologna in just 2h 0m with a Carpool from BlaBlaCar. But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.
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Trenitalia2h 55m005:46BolognaSan Ruffillo Train Station08:41LuccaCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Trenitalia goes from San Ruffillo Train Station, Bologna (Italy) at 07/07/2026 05:46:00 to Central Station, Lucca (Italy) arriving at 07/07/2026 08:41:00. 50 Economy ticket for £11 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 55m
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Trenitalia3h 12m006:16BolognaSan Ruffillo Train Station09:28LuccaCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Trenitalia goes from San Ruffillo Train Station, Bologna (Italy) at 07/07/2026 06:16:00 to Central Station, Lucca (Italy) arriving at 07/07/2026 09:28:00. 50 Economy ticket for £11 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 12m
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Trenitalia3h 18m013:16BolognaSan Ruffillo Train Station16:34LuccaCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Trenitalia goes from San Ruffillo Train Station, Bologna (Italy) at 07/07/2026 13:16:00 to Central Station, Lucca (Italy) arriving at 07/07/2026 16:34:00. 50 Economy ticket for £11 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 18m
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Trenitalia3h 22m007:16BolognaSan Ruffillo Train Station10:38LuccaCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Trenitalia goes from San Ruffillo Train Station, Bologna (Italy) at 07/07/2026 07:16:00 to Central Station, Lucca (Italy) arriving at 07/07/2026 10:38:00. 50 Economy ticket for £11 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 22m
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Trenitalia3h 9m011:30BolognaCentral Station14:39LuccaCentral Station0EconomyA Bus from Trenitalia goes from Central Station, Bologna (Italy) at 07/07/2026 11:30:00 to Central Station, Lucca (Italy) arriving at 07/07/2026 14:39:00. 50 Economy ticket for £12 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 9m
Fastest Trains Tuesday
Fastest Buses Tuesday
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FlixBus2h 35m021:40BolognaPiazza XX Settembre Bus Station00:15LuccaCentral Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station, Bologna (Italy) at 09/07/2026 21:40:00 to Central Station, Lucca (Italy) arriving at 10/07/2026 00:15:00. 50 Economy ticket for £12 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 35m
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FlixBus3h 25m016:50BolognaPiazza XX Settembre Bus Station20:15LuccaCentral Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station, Bologna (Italy) at 09/07/2026 16:50:00 to Central Station, Lucca (Italy) arriving at 09/07/2026 20:15:00. 50 Economy ticket for £24 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 25m
Fastest Buses Thursday
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FlixBus2h 35m021:40BolognaPiazza XX Settembre Bus Station00:15LuccaCentral Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station, Bologna (Italy) at 10/07/2026 21:40:00 to Central Station, Lucca (Italy) arriving at 11/07/2026 00:15:00. 50 Economy ticket for £12 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 35m
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FlixBus3h 25m016:50BolognaPiazza XX Settembre Bus Station20:15LuccaCentral Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station, Bologna (Italy) at 10/07/2026 16:50:00 to Central Station, Lucca (Italy) arriving at 10/07/2026 20:15:00. 50 Economy ticket for £26 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 25m
Fastest Buses Friday
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FlixBus2h 35m021:40BolognaPiazza XX Settembre Bus Station00:15LuccaCentral Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station, Bologna (Italy) at 11/07/2026 21:40:00 to Central Station, Lucca (Italy) arriving at 12/07/2026 00:15:00. 50 Economy ticket for £13 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 35m
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FlixBus3h 25m016:50BolognaPiazza XX Settembre Bus Station20:15LuccaCentral Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station, Bologna (Italy) at 11/07/2026 16:50:00 to Central Station, Lucca (Italy) arriving at 11/07/2026 20:15:00. 50 Economy ticket for £23 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 25m
Fastest Buses Saturday
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BlaBlaCar2h 0m015:50Bologna17:50Lucca0EconomyA Car from BlaBlaCar goes from , Bologna (Italy) at 12/07/2026 15:50:00 to , Lucca (Italy) arriving at 12/07/2026 17:50:00. 50 Economy ticket for £12 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 0m
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FlixBus2h 35m021:40BolognaPiazza XX Settembre Bus Station00:15LuccaCentral Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station, Bologna (Italy) at 12/07/2026 21:40:00 to Central Station, Lucca (Italy) arriving at 13/07/2026 00:15:00. 50 Economy ticket for £13 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 35m
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FlixBus3h 25m016:50BolognaPiazza XX Settembre Bus Station20:15LuccaCentral Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station, Bologna (Italy) at 12/07/2026 16:50:00 to Central Station, Lucca (Italy) arriving at 12/07/2026 20:15:00. 50 Economy ticket for £23 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 25m
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Trenitalia4h 1m005:22BolognaBorgo Panigale Train Station09:23LuccaCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Trenitalia goes from Borgo Panigale Train Station, Bologna (Italy) at 12/07/2026 05:22:00 to Central Station, Lucca (Italy) arriving at 12/07/2026 09:23:00. 50 Economy ticket for £11 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 1m
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Trenitalia4h 5m011:24BolognaBorgo Panigale Train Station15:29LuccaCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Trenitalia goes from Borgo Panigale Train Station, Bologna (Italy) at 12/07/2026 11:24:00 to Central Station, Lucca (Italy) arriving at 12/07/2026 15:29:00. 50 Economy ticket for £11 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 5m
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Trenitalia4h 5m013:24BolognaBorgo Panigale Train Station17:29LuccaCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Trenitalia goes from Borgo Panigale Train Station, Bologna (Italy) at 12/07/2026 13:24:00 to Central Station, Lucca (Italy) arriving at 12/07/2026 17:29:00. 50 Economy ticket for £11 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 5m
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Trenitalia4h 5m016:24BolognaBorgo Panigale Train Station20:29LuccaCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Trenitalia goes from Borgo Panigale Train Station, Bologna (Italy) at 12/07/2026 16:24:00 to Central Station, Lucca (Italy) arriving at 12/07/2026 20:29:00. 50 Economy ticket for £11 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 5m
Fastest Carpool Sunday
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Fastest Trains Sunday
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FlixBus2h 35m021:40BolognaPiazza XX Settembre Bus Station00:15LuccaCentral Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station, Bologna (Italy) at 13/07/2026 21:40:00 to Central Station, Lucca (Italy) arriving at 14/07/2026 00:15:00. 50 Economy ticket for £12 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 35m
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FlixBus3h 25m016:50BolognaPiazza XX Settembre Bus Station20:15LuccaCentral Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station, Bologna (Italy) at 13/07/2026 16:50:00 to Central Station, Lucca (Italy) arriving at 13/07/2026 20:15:00. 50 Economy ticket for £25 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 25m
Fastest Buses Monday
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a
Bus from Bologna to Lucca
What are the most popular stations in Bologna and Lucca?
In Bologna, you will usually depart from Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station, Central Station or Corticella Train Station, while in Lucca you will be arriving at Via Mutigliano Bus Stop, Ponte A Moriano Train Station or Central Station, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.
How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience
Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Lucca from Bologna? With 3 connections between 3 Train, Carpool and Bus operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.
Look for the lowest price
Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Bologna and Lucca, you can pay as low as £11 with a Train from Trenitalia.Travel duration
Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Carpool from BlaBlaCar: you will get to Lucca in just 2h 0m.Comfort makes all the difference
You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Bologna and Lucca are Trenitalia, FlixBus and BlaBlaCar, but be sure to check what they have to offer!Save money with deals, and always compare
One last tip? Even if you live in Bologna and Lucca is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Ponticella or to Capannori, and look at flights from Bologna Airport, and landing at Pisa Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!Which companies offer a trip from Bologna to Lucca?
The most popular companies between Bologna and Lucca, are Trenitalia, FlixBus and BlaBlaCar. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.
Bus companies: FlixBus and Trenitalia
Train companies: Trenitalia
All you need to know when you travel from Bologna to Lucca
Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Bologna to Lucca. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.
FAQs about the trip from Bologna to Lucca
How can I reach Lucca from Bologna?
Every day, there are on average 3 connections between Train, Carpool and Bus, with which you can get to Lucca from Bologna.
How far is Lucca from Bologna?
The distance between Bologna and Lucca is 99.6 km.
What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Bologna and Lucca?
Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance.
On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 3 kgs of CO2, a train 3 kgs, a car 17 kgs, and a flight 24 kgs.
What is the cheapest mode of transport from Bologna to Lucca?
You can get to Lucca with just £11 by taking a Train from Trenitalia.
What is the fastest way to get from Bologna to Lucca?
While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Lucca in just 2h 0m with a Carpool from BlaBlaCar.
More routes to Bologna and to Lucca
Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Bologna and to Lucca. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!
