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Swiss Museum of Transport
Major transport museum with trains, planes, automobiles and interactive exhibits. Excellent for families and anyone curious about mobility.
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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Bologna to Lucerne
Showing times and prices for 23 Aug
Cheapest price
£32
Average price
£41
Fastest journey
7 h
Average duration
7 h 30 m
Buses per day
6
Distance
369 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Bologna to Lucerne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bologna to Lucerne will cost around £41 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £32.
Fast coaches
Of the 6 buses that leave Bologna for Lucerne every day 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 369 km distance in an average of 7 h 30 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h .
The slowest buses will take 8 h 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.
16:307h40Bologna0:10Lucerne£321One-way0 changes- 8:307h00Bologna15:30Lucerne£351One-way0 changes
- 16:108h00Bologna0:10Lucerne£401One-way0 changes
- 7:157h10Bologna14:25Lucerne£421One-way0 changes
- 19:208h00Bologna3:20Lucerne£471One-way0 changes
- 8:307h00Bologna15:30Lucerne£351One-way0 changes
- 7:157h10Bologna14:25Lucerne£421One-way0 changes
- 16:307h40Bologna0:10Lucerne£321One-way0 changes
- 11:557h40Bologna19:35Lucerne£491One-way0 changes
- 19:208h00Bologna3:20Lucerne£471One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Bologna to Lucerne
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Bologna to Lucerne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £29. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 58m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £29, and a flight costs an average of £114.
Distance: 369 km
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Most popular Coach | Train | Flight |
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£40 Average Price Cheapest | £68 Average Price | £229 Average Price |
7h 31m Average total duration 7h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 38m Average total duration 5h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 58m Average total duration Fastest 4h 58m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.4 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.1 - 2.2kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Bologna to Lucerne bus times
The table below shows live departures for Bologna to Lucerne coaches for today, Saturday 22 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 21:20 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 7h00 | 4:20 Luzern, Landenburgstrasse (Busparkplatz) | 1 change | |
| Sunday 23 August | |||||
| 7:15 Bologna | 7h10 | 14:25 Lucerne | 0 changesdirect | |
| 8:30 Bologna | 7h00 | 15:30 Lucerne | 0 changesdirect | |
| 11:55 Bologna | 7h40 | 19:35 Lucerne | 0 changesdirect | |
| 16:10 Bologna | 8h00 | 0:10 Lucerne | 0 changesdirect | |
| 16:30 Bologna | 7h40 | 0:10 Lucerne | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Bologna to Lucerne
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Switzerland
Buses from Bologna to Lucerne run on average 4 times per day, taking around 7h 1m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £29 if you book in advance.
There are 2 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 01:20, the last at 23:00. The fastest coach covers the 369 km distance in 7h 0m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 369 km |
Average bus duration 7h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price £29 |
Buses per day 4 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 7h 0m |
First bus 1:20 |
Last bus 23:00 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 21 days |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Bus providers: FlixBus, Marino Autolinee, BlaBlaCar from Bologna to LucerneYou can travel by bus between Bologna to Lucerne with FlixBus, Marino Autolinee, BlaBlaCar for as low as £29. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
FlixBus
About
FlixBus is one of Europe’s leading low-cost bus companies, founded in Germany and now offering long-distance services across Europe and the United States. In addition to its extensive daytime network, FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select European routes. Standard amenities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge devices, extra legroom, luggage space, and onboard toilets, with snacks and drinks available for purchase. FlixBus offers a single Standard ticket type for all routes, which includes one carry-on bag and one checked bag per passenger. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and for reserving specific seats, such as Extra Seats, Table Seats, or Panorama Seats. This combination of affordability, comfort, and wide coverage makes FlixBus a popular choice for budget-conscious travelers.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
7h 0m
Cheapest Price
£29
FlixBus frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed for a fee; must be booked.
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed; guide dogs travel for free.
Marino Autolinee
About
MarinoBus is an Italian bus company with more than 200 destinations and 6,000 connections across Italy and Europe. Originally focused on Basilicata and Apulia, its network has expanded to cover the rest of Italy as well as Switzerland, France, Germany, and Luxembourg. All MarinoBus coaches are equipped with spacious reclining seats, air conditioning, onboard restrooms, WiFi, minibars, and color TVs. For your next trip, you can book the standard ticket, which includes one piece of hand luggage and up to two checked bags per passenger
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
6h 40m
Cheapest Price
£49
Marino Autolinee frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 10kg (55x40x20 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag up to 20 kg.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund. Cancellations within 24 hours incur a 50% fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible restrooms.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed.
Pets
Small pets allowed in carriers; larger pets must be leashed and muzzled.
BlaBlaCar
About
BlaBlaCar is a French online marketplace for carpooling, connecting drivers with empty seats and passengers traveling to the same destination to share costs. Founded in 2006, it operates in Europe and Latin America, boasting 26 million active members. The platform also includes BlaBlaCar Bus, an intercity bus service. BlaBlaCar's name comes from its rating system for drivers' chattiness: \Bla\" for quiet, \"BlaBla\" for talkative, and \"BlaBlaBla\" for very chatty. The company aims to be the leading marketplace for shared travel, offering affordable and sustainable solutions by combining carpooling with bus journeys."
Luggage & cancellation policy
BlaBlaCar frequency
1 a day
Complete guide to Lucerne
Things to do in Lucerne
Discover the best of Lucerne — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Lucerne trip today.
- Recommended
Kunstmuseum Luzern
Art museum at KKL with modern and classical exhibitions. A strong choice for thoughtful shows in a prominent lakeside cultural venue.
- Recommended
Sammlung Rosengart
Museum dedicated to Pablo Picasso’s later years, showing works and photographs in a central old-town building near the Reuss.
- Must visit
Altstadt
Car-free old town area with painted facades, fountains and lively lanes. Ideal for wandering, shopping and seeing Lucerne beyond the postcard icons.
- Recommended
Nationalquai
Lakeside promenade and district with grand villas, gardens and mountain views. Perfect for an easy walk away from the busiest centre streets.
- Recommended
Dietschiberg
Hilltop viewpoint above Lucerne reached by funicular, with broad panoramas over the city, lake and surrounding mountains.
- Vegetarian
Käsefondue
A rich cheese fondue often made with Swiss cheeses and white wine. A classic shared Alpine dish widely enjoyed in Lucerne, especially in colder months.
- Gluten-free
Rösti
Swiss rösti of grated potatoes fried until crisp and often served as a side or main. It is a staple across Central Switzerland and common in Lucerne inns.
- Vegetarian
Älplermagronen
Pasta-like dumplings from Central Switzerland, traditionally served with cheese, onions or apple sauce. A hearty rustic dish linked to Alpine farming traditions.
Restaurant Oliveira's
Refined dining venue by the lake with seasonal cuisine, polished service and elegant surroundings suited to a special meal.
Restaurant Fritschi
Well-known old-town Swiss restaurant serving fondue, raclette and hearty regional food in a lively, traditional setting.
Rössli Gourmet & Bar
Casual Lucerne institution popular for crisp potato rösti with varied toppings, offering a relaxed and reliable Swiss meal near the centre.
Swiss franc (CHF)
Lucerne is pricier than most European cities, with high hotel, dining and local transport costs, especially in peak tourist season.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- CHF 15-25 for fast food or a simple meal.
- Mid-range
- CHF 35-60 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- CHF 90+ per person for upscale restaurants.
- Coffee
- CHF 4.50-6 for a cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for excellent service in restaurants. Round up small amounts for taxis and cafés.
FAQs: Bologna to Lucerne coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bologna to Lucerne 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 Lucerne, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Cheap coach tickets from Bologna to Lucerne can start from as little as £29 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Bologna to Lucerne is £40; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Bologna to Lucerne is 7h 0m to travel the 369 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Bologna to Lucerne leaves at 1:20. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Bologna to Lucerne leaves at 23:00.
Yes, there are 2 direct coaches a day from Bologna to Lucerne with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Bologna to Lucerne, you can count on FlixBus, Marino Autolinee, BlaBlaCar for the best way to get you to Lucerne. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Bologna and Lucerne and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
When departing from Bologna , you have various coach station options to start your route from including Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) . When arriving in Lucerne , you can end your route in coach stations like Luzern, Landenburgstrasse (Busparkplatz), Neuenkirch, A2 Autobahnraststätte, Neuenkirch, A2 (Raststätte Neuenkirch-Ost).Passengers board the coach most frequently from Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre), which is located around 1 km away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Luzern, Landenburgstrasse (Busparkplatz), located 0 away from the city centre.
A trip to Lucerne from Bologna is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 7h 0m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Bologna to Lucerne is February.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Bologna and Lucerne including taking a train, coach and flight.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Bologna to Lucerne:
- Marino Autolinee
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible restrooms.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Bologna to Lucerne for coach company FlixBus, Marino Autolinee.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Bologna to Lucerne depends on the coach companies:
- Marino Autolinee
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund. Cancellations within 24 hours incur a 50% fee.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company FlixBus, Marino Autolinee.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Bologna to Lucerne.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Bologna to Lucerne:
- Marino Autolinee
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg (55x40x20 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Bologna to Lucerne:
- Marino Autolinee
- 10€ per additional bag up to 20 kg.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Yes, you can bring your pet on the coach from Bologna to Lucerne. The following conditions apply:
- Marino Autolinee
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must be leashed and muzzled.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Bologna to Lucerne with the following coach company: FlixBus, Marino Autolinee
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Bologna to Lucerne with the following coach company: FlixBus, Marino Autolinee.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Bologna to Lucerne with the following coach company: FlixBus, Marino Autolinee.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Bologna and Lucerne
Most Bologna to Lucerne buses use the Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) to Luzern, Landenburgstrasse (Busparkplatz) station pair. Use this guide to compare Bologna and Lucerne bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Departure bus stations in Bologna
Arrival bus stations in Lucerne
Which Bologna station do buses to Lucerne leave from?
Buses from Bologna to Lucerne leave from Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre). The station is 1 km from Bologna city centre at Piazza XX Settembre, 6, 40121 Bologna BO, Italy.
Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)Piazza XX Settembre, 6, 40121 Bologna BO, Italy
City-centre transport
Getting to Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) from Bologna city centre
Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) is 1 km from Bologna city centre. Public transport options include:
BusA, 97, 98 · 8m · £0.90 · every ~15 min
A · 10m · £0.90 · every ~6 min
Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) bus station facilities and services
Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafeteria Autostazione (in the station), Trattoria del Rosso (0.5 km), Osteria Broccaindosso (0.7 km).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre): Elevators, ramps.
Which Lucerne station do buses from Bologna arrive at?
Buses from Bologna to Lucerne most often arrive at Luzern, Landenburgstrasse (Busparkplatz). Some services arrive at Neuenkirch, A2 Autobahnraststätte, so check your ticket before travel to confirm your Lucerne arrival station.
Luzern, Landenburgstrasse (Busparkplatz)Landenbergstrasse, 6005 Luzern, Switzerland
City-centre transport
Getting to Luzern, Landenburgstrasse (Busparkplatz) from Lucerne city centre
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Luzern, Landenburgstrasse (Busparkplatz) bus station facilities and services
Luzern, Landenburgstrasse (Busparkplatz) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Luzern, Landenburgstrasse (Busparkplatz). ATMs are available at Luzern, Landenburgstrasse (Busparkplatz).
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Luzern, Landenburgstrasse (Busparkplatz).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Luzern, Landenburgstrasse (Busparkplatz): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Luzern, Landenburgstrasse (Busparkplatz): Accessible for individuals with reduced mobility.
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