- Must visit
Pinacoteca Nazionale di Bologna
A major art museum with Italian paintings from the Middle Ages to the modern era, plus temporary exhibitions in the city centre.
Cheapest price on 13 Oct
£39
Average ticket price on 13 Oct
£56
Fastest journey on 13 Oct
9 h 20 m
Average journey duration on 13 Oct
9 h 58 m
Buses on 13 Oct
7
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 £56 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £39.
On Tue 13 Oct, we found 7 buses from Lyon to Bologna, including 4 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 528 km distance in an average of 9 h 58 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 9 h 20 m .
The slowest buses will take 10 h 35 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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3897Buses from Lyon to Bologna run on average 11 times per day, taking around 9h 45m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £11 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 8h 35m.
Distance 528 km |
Average bus duration 9h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price £11 |
Buses per day 11 |
Direct buses 7 |
Fastest bus 8h 35m |
First bus 0:05 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 35 days |
The table below shows live departures for Lyon to Bologna coaches for today, Monday 12 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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 | |
| Tuesday 13 October | |||||
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 | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:05 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 11h25 | 19:30 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:35 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 11h30 | 21:05 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:45 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 10h30 | 23:15 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1 change | |
3897 | 15:30 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 10h35 | 2:05 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Small ring-shaped stuffed pasta served in rich capon or beef broth. A festive classic closely tied to Bolognese family cooking and winter meals.
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Refined restaurant serving contemporary Italian cuisine in elegant rooms inside Palazzo Fava, suited to a special-occasion meal.
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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.

Most Lyon to Bologna buses use the Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) 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.
Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) is 2 km from Lyon city centre. Public transport options include:
Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland). ATMs are available at Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland).
Ticket office support is available at Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland).
Available at Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland): Station is accessible for passengers with reduced mobility.
Lyon, Gare Routière de Perrache is 1 km from Lyon city centre. Public transport options include:
Lyon, Gare Routière de Perrache has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Café de la Gare (in the station), Le Bistrot de Lyon (0.5 km), Brasserie Georges (0.6 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Lyon, Gare Routière de Perrache.
Available at Lyon, Gare Routière de Perrache: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Lyon, Gare Routière de Perrache: Elevators, ramps.
Lyon, Gare Perrache is 1 km from Lyon city centre. Public transport options include:
Lyon, Gare Perrache has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Café de la Gare (in the station), Bistro Lyonnais (0.2 km), Fast Food Express (0.3 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and in the shopping area.
Ticket office support is available at Lyon, Gare Perrache.
Available at Lyon, Gare Perrache: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Lyon, Gare Perrache: Elevators, ramps.
Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) is 1 km from Bologna city centre. Public transport options include:
Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria Autostazione (in the station), Trattoria del Rosso (0.5 km), Osteria Broccaindosso (0.7 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre).
Available at Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre): Elevators, ramps.
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