Bus from Lyon to Bologna: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Lyon to Bologna on November 30
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
ItabusBus
Lyon Lyon Perrache Bus Station
Bologna AutostazioneCheapestFastest
ItabusBus
Lyon Lyon Perrache Bus Station
Bologna AutostazioneNo tags
ItabusBus
Lyon Lyon Perrache Bus Station
Bologna AutostazioneNo tags
ItabusBus
Lyon Lyon Perrache Bus Station
Bologna AutostazioneNo tags
ItabusBus
Lyon Lyon Perrache Bus Station
Bologna AutostazioneNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 1:38 PM CET.

Compare 3 ways to go from Lyon to Bologna

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Bologna. The journey takes about 7 hours 10 minutes, and with fares starting at just $49, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day
7h 10mAverage Duration
528 kmDistance
22kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$31 - $235Average Duration10h 35m
13kg CO₂e
Average Price$265 - $428Average Duration6h 30m
13kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average Price$49 - $133Average Duration7h 10m
22kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Lyon to Bologna by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Lyon to Bologna?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Lyon to Bologna start from $31. The average price for this route is around $87. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from Lyon to Bologna?

    The average bus travel time from Lyon to Bologna is 10h 35m, covering a distance of 510 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 8h 26m and is operated by BlaBlaCar Bus.

  3. Which bus companies service the Lyon to Bologna route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 6 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Itabus, BlaBlaCar Bus, RegioJet.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Lyon to Bologna?

    The earliest bus departs from Lyon to Bologna at 1:15am. And the latest bus departs at 11:59pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Lyon to Bologna?

    A bus trip from Lyon to Bologna generates an estimated 13 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  6. What is the best bus company from Lyon to Bologna?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is RegioJet, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 1057 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Lyon to Bologna?

    Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company RegioJet has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.8.

  8. Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Lyon to Bologna?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is RegioJet, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Lyon to Bologna?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is RegioJet, with a cleanliness rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
11-27
$49
11-28
$87
Today
$68
11-30
$60
12-01
$51
12-02
$52
12-03
$65
12-04
$60
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Lyon to Bologna was searched and found on Nov 27, 2025 with a price of $49

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Lyon to Bologna, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $49 to $129 for a bus ticket from Lyon to Bologna based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $51 which is on 2025-12-01.

Usually Itabus 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.

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