The cheapest and fastest coaches from Bologna to Lucca
Cheapest price
£4
Average price
£14
Fastest journey
1 h 40 m
Average duration
2 h 9 m
Buses per day
27
Distance
98 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Bologna to Lucca is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bologna to Lucca will cost around £14 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £4.
Of the 27 buses that leave Bologna for Lucca every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 98 km distance in an average of 2 h 9 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 40 m .
The slowest buses will take 2 h 49 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

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Autobus FI13V · TUSCANY LINE 18532


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Autobus TTPER B0435 · Tuscany Line 18504Travel Information
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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bologna to Lucca among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 20m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £12, and a coach costs an average of £8.
Distance: 98 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
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£14 Average Price | £13 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 6m Average total duration 2h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 50m Average total duration Fastest 2h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Live departures
Bologna to Lucca bus times
The table below shows live departures for Bologna to Lucca coaches for today, Friday 12 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Autobus TTPER B0441 · Tuscany Line 18514 | 10:10 Bologna Centrale | 3h19 | 13:29 Lucca station | 1 change | |
Autobus FI07V · Tuscany Line 18518 · Regionale 19210 | 11:10 Bologna Centrale | 3h49 | 14:59 San Pietro a Vico | 2 changes | |
Autobus FI07V · Tuscany Line 18518 | 11:10 Bologna Centrale | 3h19 | 14:29 Lucca station | 1 change | |
Autobus TTPER B0443 · Tuscany Line 18520 | 12:10 Bologna Centrale | 3h19 | 15:29 Lucca station | 1 change | |
Autobus FI09V · Tuscany Line 18522 · Regionale 19216 | 13:10 Bologna Centrale | 3h37 | 16:47 San Pietro a Vico | 2 changes | |
Autobus FI09V · Tuscany Line 18522 | 13:10 Bologna Centrale | 3h19 | 16:29 Lucca station | 1 change | |
Autobus TTPER B0445 · Tuscany Line 18524 | 14:10 Bologna Centrale | 3h19 | 17:29 Lucca station | 1 change | |
Autobus FI11V · Tuscany Line 18528 · TUSCANY LINE 19185 | 15:10 Bologna Centrale | 3h43 | 18:53 San Pietro a Vico | 2 changes | |
Autobus FI11V · Tuscany Line 18528 | 15:10 Bologna Centrale | 3h19 | 18:29 Lucca station | 1 change | |
BUS LP594+ TUSCANY LINE 18530 | 16:36 Bologna Centrale | 2h53 | 19:29 Lucca station | 1 change | |
BUS LP594+ TUSCANY LINE 18530 · Regionale 19218 | 16:36 Bologna Centrale | 3h24 | 20:00 San Pietro a Vico | 2 changes | |
Autobus FI13V · TUSCANY LINE 18532 | 17:10 Bologna Centrale | 3h19 | 20:29 Lucca station | 1 change | |
BUS L599D+ TUSCANY LINE 18534 | 18:20 Bologna Centrale | 3h28 | 21:48 Lucca station | 1 change | |
Autobus FI15V · Tuscany Line 18536 | 19:10 Bologna Centrale | 3h19 | 22:29 Lucca station | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 20:40 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 2h35 | 23:15 Lucca, Viale Regina Margherita / Via Montanara | 0 changesdirect | |
Autobus TTPER B0431 · Tuscany Line 18502 | 04:10 Bologna Centrale | 3h19 | 07:29 Lucca station | 1 change | |
Autobus TTPER B0435 · Tuscany Line 18504 | 05:40 Bologna Centrale | 2h49 | 08:29 Lucca station | 1 change | |
Autobus FI03V · TUSCANY LINE 18508 · Regionale 19202 | 06:30 Bologna Centrale | 3h59 | 10:29 San Pietro a Vico | 2 changes | |
Autobus FI03V · TUSCANY LINE 18508 | 06:30 Bologna Centrale | 2h59 | 09:29 Lucca station | 1 change | |
Autobus TTPER B0437 · TUSCANY LINE 18490 | 08:10 Bologna Centrale | 4h13 | 12:23 Lucca station | 1 change | |
Autobus TTPER B0437 · TUSCANY LINE 18490 · Regionale 19208 | 08:10 Bologna Centrale | 4h27 | 12:37 San Pietro a Vico | 2 changes | |
Autobus TTPER B0439 · Tuscany Line 18512 | 09:10 Bologna Centrale | 3h19 | 12:29 Lucca station | 1 change | |
Autobus TTPER B0439 · Tuscany Line 18512 · Regionale 19165 | 09:10 Bologna Centrale | 4h06 | 13:16 San Pietro a Vico | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Bologna to Lucca
Buses from Bologna to Lucca run on average 12 times per day, taking around 2h 36m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £8 if you book in advance.
There are 3 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 03:45, the last at 22:45. The fastest coach covers the 98 km distance in 2h 35m.
Distance 98 km |
Average bus duration 2h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price £8 |
Buses per day 12 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 2h 35m |
First bus 03:45 |
Last bus 22:45 |
Bus providers: Marino Autolinee, BlaBlaCar, FlixBus, Itabus from Bologna to LuccaYou can travel by bus between Bologna to Lucca with Marino Autolinee, BlaBlaCar, FlixBus, Itabus for as low as £8. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bologna to Lucca coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bologna to Lucca by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Lucca, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre), which is located around 1.4 miles (2.2 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Lucca, Viale Regina Margherita / Via Montanara, located 1.9 miles (3.1 km) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Bologna and Lucca
- 05:30-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Autostazione (in the station)
- Trattoria del Rosso (0.5 km)
- Osteria Broccaindosso (0.7 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 11, 21, 25, 30 Train: Bologna Centrale
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