Bologna to Lucca | Compare Bus, Train and Carpool

What is the best way to travel from Bologna to Lucca?

Looking for a trip? Check and compare all the available Buses, Trains and Carpool to Lucca from Bologna. Look at different modes of transportation, search for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 2 available companies to find your perfect trip!

Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures

Bus
2h 35m
£10
£14
2

Train
2h 13m
£12
£12
77

Car
1h 40m
£11
£12
2

Cheapest options
Fastest options
All stations

What is the cheapest way to reach Lucca from Bologna?

You can reach Lucca with just £10 by taking a Bus from FlixBus, but there are many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for you for the next few days here.

Sunday

from £10

Monday

from £10

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

from £11

Saturday

Cheapest Buses Sunday

FlixBus

2h 35m

0

21:40

Bologna
Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station

00:15

Lucca
Central Station

0

Economy

£10

A Bus from FlixBus goes from Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station, Bologna (Italy) at 14/12/2025 21:40:00 to Central Station, Lucca (Italy) arriving at 15/12/2025 00:15:00. 50 Economy ticket for £10 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 35m
FlixBus

3h 30m

0

16:40

Bologna
Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station

20:10

Lucca
Central Station

0

Economy

£22

A Bus from FlixBus goes from Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station, Bologna (Italy) at 14/12/2025 16:40:00 to Central Station, Lucca (Italy) arriving at 14/12/2025 20:10:00. 50 Economy ticket for £22 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 30m

Cheapest Buses Monday

FlixBus

2h 35m

0

21:40

Bologna
Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station

00:15

Lucca
Central Station

0

Economy

£10

A Bus from FlixBus goes from Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station, Bologna (Italy) at 15/12/2025 21:40:00 to Central Station, Lucca (Italy) arriving at 16/12/2025 00:15:00. 50 Economy ticket for £10 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 35m

Cheapest Carpool Monday

BlaBlaCar

1h 40m

0

18:30

Bologna

20:10

Lucca

0

Economy

from £11

A Car from BlaBlaCar goes from , Bologna (Italy) at 15/12/2025 18:30:00 to , Lucca (Italy) arriving at 15/12/2025 20:10:00. 50 Economy ticket for £11 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 40m
BlaBlaCar

1h 40m

0

09:20

Bologna

11:00

Lucca

0

Economy

from £12

A Car from BlaBlaCar goes from , Bologna (Italy) at 15/12/2025 09:20:00 to , Lucca (Italy) arriving at 15/12/2025 11:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £12 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 40m

Cheapest Trains Monday

Trenitalia

2h 43m

0

05:46

Bologna
San Ruffillo Train Station

08:29

Lucca
Central Station

0

Economy

from £12

A Train from Trenitalia goes from San Ruffillo Train Station, Bologna (Italy) at 15/12/2025 05:46:00 to Central Station, Lucca (Italy) arriving at 15/12/2025 08:29:00. 50 Economy ticket for £12 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 43m
Trenitalia

3h 7m

0

06:16

Bologna
San Ruffillo Train Station

09:23

Lucca
Central Station

0

Economy

from £12

A Train from Trenitalia goes from San Ruffillo Train Station, Bologna (Italy) at 15/12/2025 06:16:00 to Central Station, Lucca (Italy) arriving at 15/12/2025 09:23:00. 50 Economy ticket for £12 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 7m
Trenitalia

2h 13m

0

07:16

Bologna
San Ruffillo Train Station

09:29

Lucca
Central Station

0

Economy

from £12

A Train from Trenitalia goes from San Ruffillo Train Station, Bologna (Italy) at 15/12/2025 07:16:00 to Central Station, Lucca (Italy) arriving at 15/12/2025 09:29:00. 50 Economy ticket for £12 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 13m
Trenitalia

4h 37m

0

08:46

Bologna
San Ruffillo Train Station

13:23

Lucca
Central Station

0

Economy

from £12

A Train from Trenitalia goes from San Ruffillo Train Station, Bologna (Italy) at 15/12/2025 08:46:00 to Central Station, Lucca (Italy) arriving at 15/12/2025 13:23:00. 50 Economy ticket for £12 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 37m

Cheapest Carpool Friday

BlaBlaCar

1h 50m

0

13:30

Bologna

15:20

Lucca

0

Economy

from £11

A Car from BlaBlaCar goes from , Bologna (Italy) at 19/12/2025 13:30:00 to , Lucca (Italy) arriving at 19/12/2025 15:20:00. 50 Economy ticket for £11 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 50m
BlaBlaCar

2h 10m

0

21:40

Bologna

23:50

Lucca

0

Economy

from £12

A Car from BlaBlaCar goes from , Bologna (Italy) at 19/12/2025 21:40:00 to , Lucca (Italy) arriving at 19/12/2025 23:50:00. 50 Economy ticket for £12 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 10m

Cheapest Buses Friday

FlixBus

2h 35m

0

21:40

Bologna
Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station

00:15

Lucca
Central Station

0

Economy

£13

A Bus from FlixBus goes from Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station, Bologna (Italy) at 19/12/2025 21:40:00 to Central Station, Lucca (Italy) arriving at 20/12/2025 00:15:00. 50 Economy ticket for £13 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 35m

What are the fastest trips from Bologna to Lucca?

You can get to Lucca from Bologna in just 1h 40m 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.

Sunday

from 2h 35m

Monday

from 1h 40m

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

from 1h 50m

Saturday

Fastest Buses Sunday

FlixBus

2h 35m

0

21:40

Bologna
Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station

00:15

Lucca
Central Station

0

Economy

£10

A Bus from FlixBus goes from Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station, Bologna (Italy) at 14/12/2025 21:40:00 to Central Station, Lucca (Italy) arriving at 15/12/2025 00:15:00. 50 Economy ticket for £10 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 35m
FlixBus

3h 30m

0

16:40

Bologna
Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station

20:10

Lucca
Central Station

0

Economy

£22

A Bus from FlixBus goes from Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station, Bologna (Italy) at 14/12/2025 16:40:00 to Central Station, Lucca (Italy) arriving at 14/12/2025 20:10:00. 50 Economy ticket for £22 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 30m

Fastest Carpool Monday

BlaBlaCar

1h 40m

0

18:30

Bologna

20:10

Lucca

0

Economy

from £11

A Car from BlaBlaCar goes from , Bologna (Italy) at 15/12/2025 18:30:00 to , Lucca (Italy) arriving at 15/12/2025 20:10:00. 50 Economy ticket for £11 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 40m
BlaBlaCar

1h 40m

0

09:20

Bologna

11:00

Lucca

0

Economy

from £12

A Car from BlaBlaCar goes from , Bologna (Italy) at 15/12/2025 09:20:00 to , Lucca (Italy) arriving at 15/12/2025 11:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £12 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 40m

Fastest Trains Monday

Trenitalia

2h 13m

0

07:16

Bologna
San Ruffillo Train Station

09:29

Lucca
Central Station

0

Economy

from £12

A Train from Trenitalia goes from San Ruffillo Train Station, Bologna (Italy) at 15/12/2025 07:16:00 to Central Station, Lucca (Italy) arriving at 15/12/2025 09:29:00. 50 Economy ticket for £12 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 13m
Trenitalia

2h 43m

0

05:46

Bologna
San Ruffillo Train Station

08:29

Lucca
Central Station

0

Economy

from £12

A Train from Trenitalia goes from San Ruffillo Train Station, Bologna (Italy) at 15/12/2025 05:46:00 to Central Station, Lucca (Italy) arriving at 15/12/2025 08:29:00. 50 Economy ticket for £12 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 43m
Trenitalia

3h 7m

0

06:16

Bologna
San Ruffillo Train Station

09:23

Lucca
Central Station

0

Economy

from £12

A Train from Trenitalia goes from San Ruffillo Train Station, Bologna (Italy) at 15/12/2025 06:16:00 to Central Station, Lucca (Italy) arriving at 15/12/2025 09:23:00. 50 Economy ticket for £12 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 7m
Trenitalia

4h 7m

0

09:16

Bologna
San Ruffillo Train Station

13:23

Lucca
Central Station

0

Economy

from £12

A Train from Trenitalia goes from San Ruffillo Train Station, Bologna (Italy) at 15/12/2025 09:16:00 to Central Station, Lucca (Italy) arriving at 15/12/2025 13:23:00. 50 Economy ticket for £12 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 7m

Fastest Buses Monday

FlixBus

2h 35m

0

21:40

Bologna
Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station

00:15

Lucca
Central Station

0

Economy

£10

A Bus from FlixBus goes from Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station, Bologna (Italy) at 15/12/2025 21:40:00 to Central Station, Lucca (Italy) arriving at 16/12/2025 00:15:00. 50 Economy ticket for £10 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 35m

Fastest Carpool Friday

BlaBlaCar

1h 50m

0

13:30

Bologna

15:20

Lucca

0

Economy

from £11

A Car from BlaBlaCar goes from , Bologna (Italy) at 19/12/2025 13:30:00 to , Lucca (Italy) arriving at 19/12/2025 15:20:00. 50 Economy ticket for £11 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 50m
BlaBlaCar

2h 10m

0

21:40

Bologna

23:50

Lucca

0

Economy

from £12

A Car from BlaBlaCar goes from , Bologna (Italy) at 19/12/2025 21:40:00 to , Lucca (Italy) arriving at 19/12/2025 23:50:00. 50 Economy ticket for £12 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 10m

Fastest Buses Friday

FlixBus

2h 35m

0

21:40

Bologna
Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station

00:15

Lucca
Central Station

0

Economy

£13

A Bus from FlixBus goes from Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station, Bologna (Italy) at 19/12/2025 21:40:00 to Central Station, Lucca (Italy) arriving at 20/12/2025 00:15:00. 50 Economy ticket for £13 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 35m

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 Central Station, Ponte A Moriano Train Station or Via Mutigliano Bus Stop, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.

Piazza XX Settembre Bus Station

Piazza XX Settembre 6

Bologna Airport

Via del Triumvirato 84

Piazza Roosevelt Bus Stop

San Biagio Cefalonia Bus Stop

Pisa Airport

Piazzale Corradino D'Ascanio

Luporini Bus Stop

Via Mutigliano Bus Stop

Via Romana Chiesa Bus Stop

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 4 connections between 2 Bus, Train and Carpool 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 £10 with a Bus from FlixBus.

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 1h 40m.

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

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 4 connections between Bus, Train and Carpool, 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 £10 by taking a Bus from FlixBus.

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 1h 40m 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!

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