4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Lyon to Bologna
Cheapest price
£49
Average price
£75
Fastest journey
9 h 20 m
Average duration
9 h 30 m
Buses per day
9
Distance
528 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Lyon to Bologna is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lyon to Bologna will cost around £75 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £49.
Of the 9 buses that leave Lyon for Bologna every day 7 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 528 km distance in an average of 9 h 30 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 9 h 20 m .
The slowest buses will take 9 h 45 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.
34919:159h45Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)19:00Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)£491One-way0 changes
47875:359h20Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)14:55Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)£581One-way0 changes- 389715:3010h35Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)2:05Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)£581One-way0 changes
FlixBus3:159h45Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)13:00Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)£601One-way0 changes- FlixBus · FlixBus12:4510h30Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)23:15Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)£641One-way1 change
- 47875:359h20Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)14:55Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)£581One-way0 changes
- FlixBus1:159h20Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)10:35Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)£1071One-way0 changes
- 9476323:599h21Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)9:20Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)£721One-way0 changes
- FlixBus3:159h45Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)13:00Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)£601One-way0 changes
- 34919:159h45Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)19:00Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)£491One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Lyon to Bologna
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Lyon to Bologna among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £14. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 36m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the coach is your best bet as it emits only 0.5 - 1.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £14, and a flight costs an average of £70.
Distance: 528 km
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Most popular Coach | Train | Flight |
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£36 Average Price Cheapest | £123 Average Price | £194 Average Price |
9h 17m Average total duration 8h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 0m Average total duration 7h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 36m Average total duration Fastest 2h 36m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.5 - 1.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions | 1.6 - 3.2kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Lyon to Bologna bus times
The table below shows live departures for Lyon to Bologna coaches for today, Tuesday 14 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3897 | 15:30 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 10h35 | 2:05 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 16:00 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 13h05 | 5:05 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 17:40 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 13h10 | 6:50 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1 change | |
| FlixBus | 20:45 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 10h20 | 7:05 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 23:00 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 9h40 | 8:40 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 94763 | 23:59 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 9h21 | 9:20 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wednesday 15 July | |||||
| FlixBus | 1:15 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 9h20 | 10:35 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 3:15 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 9h45 | 13:00 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 4787 | 5:35 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 9h20 | 14:55 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:05 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 11h50 | 19:55 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1 change | |
| 3491 | 9:15 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 9h45 | 19:00 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:45 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 10h30 | 23:15 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Lyon to Bologna
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Buses from Lyon to Bologna run on average 11 times per day, taking around 8h 47m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £14 if you book in advance.
There are 7 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 528 km distance in 9h 20m.
Distance 528 km |
Average bus duration 8h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price £14 |
Buses per day 11 |
Direct buses 7 |
Fastest bus 9h 20m |
First bus 0:05 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 14 days |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Itabus, BlaBlaCar from Lyon to BolognaYou can travel by bus between Lyon to Bologna with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Itabus, BlaBlaCar for as low as £14. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Lyon to Bologna coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lyon to Bologna 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 Bologna, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating options.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Itabus
- Assistance
- Dedicated seating areas
- Accessible restrooms.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a refund in the form of a voucher.
- 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.
- Itabus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Itabus
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Itabus
- 5€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
- Itabus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must be leashed and muzzled.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Lyon and Bologna
Most Lyon to Bologna buses use the Lyon, Gare Routière de Perrache to Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) station pair. Use this guide to compare Lyon and Bologna bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which Lyon station do buses to Bologna leave from?
Getting to Lyon, Gare Routière de Perrache from Lyon city centre
Lyon, Gare Routière de Perrache is 1 km from Lyon city centre. Public transport options include:
Lyon, Gare Routière de Perrache bus station facilities and services
Lyon, Gare Routière de Perrache has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Café de la Gare (in the station), Le Bistrot de Lyon (0.5 km), Brasserie Georges (0.6 km).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Lyon, Gare Routière de Perrache.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Lyon, Gare Routière de Perrache: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Lyon, Gare Routière de Perrache: Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gherlan) from Lyon city centre
Getting to Lyon, Gare Perrache from Lyon city centre
Lyon, Gare Perrache is 1 km from Lyon city centre. Public transport options include:
Lyon, Gare Perrache bus station facilities and services
Lyon, Gare Perrache has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Café de la Gare (in the station), Bistro Lyonnais (0.2 km), Fast Food Express (0.3 km).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and in the shopping area.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Lyon, Gare Perrache.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Lyon, Gare Perrache: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Lyon, Gare Perrache: Elevators, ramps.
Which Bologna station do buses from Lyon arrive at?
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:
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.
Most popular bus connections from Lyon
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