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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Lyon to Bologna
Cheapest price
£31
Average price
£42
Fastest journey
9 h 20 m
Average duration
9 h 35 m
Buses per day
11
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 £42 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £31.
Of the 11 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 35 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.
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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 £17. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 34m. 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 £17, and a flight costs an average of £58.
Distance: 528 km
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Most popular Coach | Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£40 Average Price Cheapest | £134 Average Price | £189 Average Price |
9h 44m Average total duration 9h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 44m Average total duration 6h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 34m Average total duration Fastest 2h 34m 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, Sunday 30 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 09:45 Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 10h45 | 20:30 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:35 Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 10h40 | 22:15 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 13:55 Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 12h00 | 01:55 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1 change | |
| 3897 | 14:30 Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 10h35 | 01:05 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 19:45 Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 10h20 | 06:05 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 22:00 Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 9h40 | 07:40 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Monday 1 December | |||||
| FlixBus | 00:15 Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 9h20 | 09:35 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 02:25 Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 9h45 | 12:10 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 4787 | 04:30 Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 9h25 | 13:55 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 07:05 Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 11h25 | 18:30 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1 change | |
| 3491 | 08:15 Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 9h45 | 18:00 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 08:35 Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 11h30 | 20:05 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 9 times per day, taking around 9h 14m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £17 if you book in advance.
There are 5 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 25m.
Distance 528 km |
Average bus duration 9h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price £17 |
Buses per day 9 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 9h 25m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 23:55 |
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 £17. 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.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Lyon, Perrache Bus Station, which is located around 1.4 miles (2.3 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre), located 1.4 miles (2.2 km) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Lyon and Bologna
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café de la Gare (in the station)
- Bistro Lyonnais (0.2 km)
- Fast Food Express (0.3 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available on the concourse.
- Bus: C21, C22, S1 Metro: A Train: TER
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café de la Gare (in the station)
- Le Bistrot de Lyon (0.5 km)
- Brasserie Georges (0.6 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: C19, C20, 31, 46, 49, 55, 60, S1 Metro: A Tram: T1, T2
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 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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