Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Bus | Arrêt D'autobus Lugano | Bologna Autostazione | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Lugano | Bologna Autostazione | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Lugano | Bologna Autostazione | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Arrêt D'autobus Lugano | Bologna Autostazione | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Lugano | Bologna Autostazione | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Lugano to Bologna
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Bologna. The journey takes about 3 hours and with fares starting at just £16, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
| Average price | Average duration | CO₂ emissions | Actions | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average price£16 - £115 | Average duration5h 30m | 6kg CO₂e | ||
Carpool | Average price£16 - £27 | Average duration3h | 11kg CO₂e |
Where are the popular stops in Lugano and Bologna?
Stops in Lugano
- AVia Giacomo E Filippo Ciani, 6900 Lugano, Switzerland
- B
Stazione/Gare de Lugano
Stazione FFS 1, 6900 Lugano, Switzerland - C
Via Basilea
Via Basilea, 6900 Lugano, Switzerland
Stops in Bologna
- A
Bologna
- BPiazza XX Settembre, 6, 40126 Bologna, Italy
- C
Stazione Centrale
Viale Pietro Pietramellara, 63, 40121 Bologna, Italy - D
A14 Autostrada Adriatica
A14 - Autostrada Adriatica, 40069 Zola Predosa BO, Italy - E
Via Francesco Petrarca, 21
Via Francesco Petrarca, 21, 40033 Casalecchio di Reno BO, Italy - F
Area di Servizio Cantagallo
km. 198, Autostrada del Sole, , 40033 Casalecchio di Reno BO,, Italy
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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Lugano to Bologna
How far is Bologna from Lugano by coach?
The journey from Lugano to Bologna by coach covers an approximate distance of 156 miles (252 km).
Is there a way to reach Bologna from Lugano without a car?
You can reach Bologna from Lugano by coach, as there are regular services between the two locations. You can also consider rideshare services depending on your preferences.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Lugano to Bologna was searched and found on 26 Nov 2025 with a price of £14To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Lugano to Bologna as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £14 to £45 for a bus ticket from Lugano to Bologna based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £14, which is on 2025-11-26.
Usually FlixBus will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
