The cheapest and fastest trains from Bologna to Lucca
Cheapest price
£12
Average price
£12
Fastest journey
3 h
Average duration
3 h 54 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
98 km
The best way to find a cheap train 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 £12 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £12.
Of the 4 trains 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 trains cover the 98 km distance in an average of 3 h 54 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h .
The slowest trains will take 4 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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Compare coach and train for Bologna to Lucca
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 £11. 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 £11, and a coach costs an average of £8.
Distance: 98 km
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Live departures
Bologna to Lucca train times
The table below shows live departures for Bologna to Lucca trains for today, Thursday 15 January. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9413+ Regionale 34098 | 11:02 Bologna Centrale | 2h37 | 13:39 Lucca station | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9587+ Regionale 34104 · Regionale 19210 | 11:27 Bologna Centrale | 3h32 | 14:59 San Pietro a Vico | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9587+ Tuscany Line 4033 · Tuscany Line 18493 | 11:27 Bologna Centrale | 2h50 | 14:17 Lucca station | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9587+ Regionale 34104 | 11:27 Bologna Centrale | 2h55 | 14:22 Lucca station | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9415+ Regionale 18373 · Tuscany Line 18581 | 12:02 Bologna Centrale | 2h45 | 14:47 Lucca station | 2 changes | |
Regionale TTPER 17827 · Regionale 34108 | 12:16 Bologna San Ruffillo | 3h18 | 15:34 Lucca station | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9535+ Regionale Veloce 4035 · Tuscany Line 18583 | 12:27 Bologna Centrale | 2h50 | 15:17 Lucca station | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 8419+ Regionale 34108 | 13:02 Bologna Centrale | 2h32 | 15:34 Lucca station | 1 change | |
Regionale 17831 · Regionale 34108 | 13:05 Bologna Centrale | 2h29 | 15:34 Lucca station | 1 change | |
Regionale 17831 · Regionale 34108 · Regionale 19216 | 13:05 Bologna Centrale | 3h42 | 16:47 San Pietro a Vico | 2 changes | |
Regionale 17831 · Regionale 34108 · Regionale 19216 | 13:16 Bologna San Ruffillo | 3h31 | 16:47 San Pietro a Vico | 2 changes | |
Regionale 17831 · Regionale 18842 · Regionale 34110 | 13:16 Bologna San Ruffillo | 3h13 | 16:29 Lucca station | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9539+ Regionale 34110 · Regionale 19216 | 13:27 Bologna Centrale | 3h20 | 16:47 San Pietro a Vico | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9539+ ETRUSCHI LINE 4039 · Tuscany Line 18587 | 13:27 Bologna Centrale | 2h50 | 16:17 Lucca station | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9539+ Regionale 34110 | 13:27 Bologna Centrale | 3h02 | 16:29 Lucca station | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3916 · Regionale 19249 · TUSCANY LINE 19175 | 13:33 Bologna Centrale | 5h04 | 18:37 San Pietro a Vico | 2 changes | |
Intercity 584+ Regionale Veloce 4043 · Tuscany Line 19179 | 13:55 Bologna Centrale | 3h22 | 17:17 Lucca station | 2 changes | |
Intercity 584+ Regionale Veloce 4043 · Tuscany Line 19179 | 13:55 Bologna Centrale | 3h28 | 17:23 San Pietro a Vico | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9421+ Regionale 18381 · Tuscany Line 18591 | 14:02 Bologna Centrale | 2h45 | 16:47 Lucca station | 2 changes | |
Regionale 17833 · Regionale 34114 | 14:16 Bologna San Ruffillo | 3h13 | 17:29 Lucca station | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9543+ Regionale Veloce 4043 · Tuscany Line 19179 | 14:27 Bologna Centrale | 2h56 | 17:23 San Pietro a Vico | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9543+ Regionale Veloce 4043 · Tuscany Line 19179 | 14:27 Bologna Centrale | 2h50 | 17:17 Lucca station | 2 changes | |
Regionale 17835 · Regionale 34114 | 14:35 Bologna Centrale | 2h54 | 17:29 Lucca station | 1 change | |
Regionale 17835 · Regionale 34118 | 14:46 Bologna San Ruffillo | 3h43 | 18:29 Lucca station | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 8519+ Regionale 34114 | 14:47 Bologna Centrale | 2h42 | 17:29 Lucca station | 1 change | |
Regionale 17837 · Regionale 34118 · TUSCANY LINE 19185 | 15:05 Bologna Centrale | 3h48 | 18:53 San Pietro a Vico | 2 changes | |
Regionale 17837 · Regionale 34118 | 15:05 Bologna Centrale | 3h24 | 18:29 Lucca station | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9321+ Regionale Veloce 4045 · Tuscany Line 18593 | 15:12 Bologna Centrale | 2h35 | 17:47 Lucca station | 2 changes | |
Intercity 597+ Regionale 34118 · TUSCANY LINE 19185 | 15:21 Bologna Centrale | 3h32 | 18:53 San Pietro a Vico | 2 changes | |
Intercity 597+ ETRUSCHI LINE 18307 · Tuscany Line 18595 | 15:21 Bologna Centrale | 2h56 | 18:17 Lucca station | 2 changes | |
Intercity 597+ Regionale 34118 | 15:21 Bologna Centrale | 3h08 | 18:29 Lucca station | 1 change | |
Regionale TTPER 17773 · Regionale 18163 · Regionale 34124 | 15:24 Bologna Borgo Panigale | 4h16 | 19:40 Lucca station | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9427+ Regionale 18311 · TUSCANY LINE 19185 | 16:02 Bologna Centrale | 2h51 | 18:53 San Pietro a Vico | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9427+ Regionale 18311 · TUSCANY LINE 19185 | 16:02 Bologna Centrale | 2h44 | 18:46 Lucca station | 2 changes | |
Regionale 17839 · Regionale 34122 | 16:05 Bologna Centrale | 3h22 | 19:27 Lucca station | 1 change | |
Regionale 17839 · Regionale 34122 | 16:16 Bologna San Ruffillo | 3h11 | 19:27 Lucca station | 1 change | |
Intercity 594+ Regionale 34122 | 16:25 Bologna Centrale | 3h02 | 19:27 Lucca station | 1 change | |
Intercity 594+ Tuscany Line 4047 · TUSCANY LINE 18597 | 16:25 Bologna Centrale | 2h52 | 19:17 Lucca station | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8525+ Regionale 34122 | 16:47 Bologna Centrale | 2h40 | 19:27 Lucca station | 1 change | |
Regionale 17843 · Regionale 34124 | 17:05 Bologna Centrale | 2h35 | 19:40 Lucca station | 1 change | |
Regionale 17843 · Regionale 34124 · Regionale 19218 | 17:05 Bologna Centrale | 2h55 | 20:00 San Pietro a Vico | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9325+ Regionale 34124 · Regionale 19218 | 17:12 Bologna Centrale | 2h48 | 20:00 San Pietro a Vico | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9325+ Regionale 34124 | 17:12 Bologna Centrale | 2h28 | 19:40 Lucca station | 1 change | |
Regionale 17843 · Regionale 18854 · Regionale 34126 | 17:16 Bologna San Ruffillo | 3h07 | 20:23 Lucca station | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9555+ TUSCANY LINE 4051 · TUSCANY LINE 18601 | 17:27 Bologna Centrale | 2h51 | 20:18 Lucca station | 2 changes | |
Regionale 17845 · Regionale 34126 | 17:35 Bologna Centrale | 2h48 | 20:23 Lucca station | 1 change | |
Regionale 17845 · Regionale 34130 | 17:46 Bologna San Ruffillo | 2h54 | 20:40 Lucca station | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8527+ Regionale 34126 | 17:47 Bologna Centrale | 2h36 | 20:23 Lucca station | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9433+ Regionale 34130 | 18:02 Bologna Centrale | 2h38 | 20:40 Lucca station | 1 change | |
Regionale TTPER 17847 · Regionale 34130 | 18:05 Bologna Centrale | 2h35 | 20:40 Lucca station | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9559+ TUSCANY LINE 18323 · TUSCANY LINE 18605 | 18:27 Bologna Centrale | 2h50 | 21:17 Lucca station | 2 changes | |
Intercity 599+ Regionale 34134 | 19:06 Bologna Centrale | 2h52 | 21:58 Lucca station | 1 change | |
Regionale 17851 · Tuscany Line 18536 | 19:35 Bologna Centrale | 2h54 | 22:29 Lucca station | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9437+ Tuscany Line 18536 | 20:02 Bologna Centrale | 2h27 | 22:29 Lucca station | 1 change | |
| Friday 16 January | |||||
![]() | 09:05 Bologna | 4h45 | 13:50 Lucca | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 09:17 Bologna | 4h33 | 13:50 Lucca | 0 changesdirect | |
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Overview: Train from Bologna to Lucca
Trains from Bologna to Lucca run on average 56 times per day, taking around 2h 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £11 but you can travel from only £8 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 01:48, the last at 22:45. The fastest train covers the 98 km distance in 2h 13m.
Distance 98 km |
Average train duration 2h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price £11 |
Trains per day 56 |
Fastest train 2h 13m |
First train 01:48 |
Last train 22:45 |
Train companies: Regionale, Intercity, Frecciarossa, Italo from Bologna to Lucca trainsRegionale, Intercity, Frecciarossa, Italo trains will get you between Bologna and Lucca from £8. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Bologna to Lucca train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bologna to Lucca by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Lucca, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Bologna and Lucca
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00
- Free Wi-Fi.
- Luggage facility, open daily from 07:00 to 22:00, is located in front of binario 7 Ovest (Track 7 West).
- Burger King
- A Cafè
- VyTA Boulangerie
- Venchi
- Scambio
- Juice Bar
- KFC
- Dispensa Emilia
- Lavazza
- Mokà
- & more
- Accessible facilities including barrier-free restrooms, elevators and ramps. Sala Blu mobility assistance available from 07:45 to 22:30 with advanced one-hour notice.
- Starhotels Excelsior
- Millenn Hotel Bologna
- UNA Hotels
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00
- Customer service center is on the ground floor and open every day from 06:30 to 23:00.
- Bus lines: 21, 25, 30, 36, 61, 62, 77, BLQ
- Monorail lines: Marconi Express
- Train lines: FR, FA, FB, IC, ICN, R, Italo, ÖBB EC, EN
- Free parking available near the station
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- Free of charge
- San Ruffillo House
- Hotel Il Guercino
- Hotel Porta San Mamolo
- The station has a simple layout with two platforms and a small waiting area.
- Bus: Several local bus lines available
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available near the station with several spaces for short-term and long-term parking.
- Ristorante Il Patio
- Trattoria Bonora
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Flyon Hotel
- Hotel Bologna Airport
- Hotel Del Borgo
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and platforms
- Hall 2: waiting area and restrooms
- Bus: Several lines available connecting to Bologna city center
- Taxi services available
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible via Piazzale Ricasoli.
- Ristorante Giglio
- Osteria Baralla
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €1
- Grand Universe Lucca
- Hotel Ilaria
- Albergo San Martino
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-3 for trains to Pisa, Florence, and regional destinations
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Regional connections to Pisa and Florence
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