What is the cheapest way to get from Bologna to Lucca?

The cheapest way to get from Bologna to Lucca is to bus which costs €14 - €23 and takes 2h 35m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bologna to Lucca?

The fastest way to get from Bologna to Lucca is to drive which takes 1h 37m and costs €24 - €40.

Is there a direct bus between Bologna and Lucca?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Bologna Centrale and arriving at Lucca. Services depart six times a week, and operate Monday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 2h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Bologna and Lucca?

No, there is no direct train from Bologna to Lucca. However, there are services departing from Bologna Centrale and arriving at Lucca via Firenze S.M.N.. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 25m.

How far is it from Bologna to Lucca?

The distance between Bologna and Lucca is 168 km. The road distance is 154.4 km.

How do I travel from Bologna to Lucca without a car?

The best way to get from Bologna to Lucca without a car is to train which takes 2h 25m and costs €18 - €40.

How long does it take to get from Bologna to Lucca?

It takes approximately 2h 25m to get from Bologna to Lucca, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bologna to Lucca bus from?

Bologna to Lucca bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Bologna Centrale station.

Where do I catch the Bologna to Lucca train from?

Bologna to Lucca train services, operated by Trenitalia Frecce, depart from Bologna Centrale station.

Train or bus from Bologna to Lucca?

The best way to get from Bologna to Lucca is to train which takes 2h 25m and costs €18 - €40. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €14 - €23 and takes 2h 35m.

Where does the Bologna to Lucca bus arrive?

Bologna to Lucca bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Lucca station.

Where does the Bologna to Lucca train arrive?

Bologna to Lucca train services, operated by Trenitalia Frecce, arrive at Firenze S.M.N. station.

Can I drive from Bologna to Lucca?

Yes, the driving distance between Bologna to Lucca is 154 km. It takes approximately 1h 37m to drive from Bologna to Lucca.

How do I get a train ticket from Bologna to Lucca?

Book your Bologna to Lucca train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Bologna to Lucca?

Book your Bologna to Lucca bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Lucca?

There are 5354+ hotels available in Lucca.

Bologna to Lucca - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Bologna to Lucca by train (Trenitalia), bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bologna Centrale to Firenze S.M.N.train Fr
2. Take the train from Firenze S.M.N. to Luccatrain Re
2h 25m
€19–37
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bologna Centrale to Luccabus 544
2h 35m
€14–23
Drive 154.4 km
1. Drive from Bologna to Luccacar 154.4 km
1h 37m
€25–36
Train via Prato (Trenitalia)
1. Take the train from Bologna Centrale to Prato Centraletrain Re
2. Take the train from Prato Centrale to Luccatrain Re
2h 39m
€16–27

Bologna to Lucca by train

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Distance: 168.4 km
Duration: 2h 25m

What companies run services between Bologna, Italy and Lucca, Italy?

You can take a train from Bologna Centrale to Lucca via Firenze S.M.N. in around 2h 25m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Bologna Centrale to Lucca 6 times a week. Tickets cost €14–23 and the journey takes 2h 35m.

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