What is the travel distance from Lugano to Bologna?

Lugano and Bologna are 156 miles (252 km) apart.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Lugano to Bologna?

The majority of buses traveling from Lugano to Bologna start their journey at Arrêt D'autobus Lugano and wind up at Bologna. These are the primary departure and arrival locations on this route, there are other pick-up and drop-off locations that could make it easier for you to reach your destination.

What are the best sights and things to do in Bologna?

Once in Bologna, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Basilica of San Domenico, Italian Cooking Class at Agriturismo San Giuliano, The Ferrari Museum, Torre Degli Asinelli and Torre Della Garisenda and Bologna’s town hall.

Bus Lugano to Bologna from $18 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Lugano to Bologna on November 25
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:50pm	Arrêt D'autobus Lugano	5h 55m	2:45am	Bologna Autostazione	Cheapest
Bus	9:15am	Lugano	4h 40m	1:55pm	Bologna Autostazione	Fastest
Bus	5:30am	Lugano	6h 30m	12:00pm	Bologna Autostazione	No tags
Bus	4:05am	Arrêt D'autobus Lugano	5h 30m	9:35am	Bologna Autostazione	No tags
Bus	7:40pm	Lugano	5h 10m	12:50am	Bologna Autostazione	No tags

Next departures for Lugano to Bologna on November 26
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	4:05am	Arrêt D'autobus Lugano	5h 30m	9:35am	Bologna Autostazione	Cheapest
Bus	7:40pm	Lugano	5h 10m	12:50am	Bologna Autostazione	Fastest
Bus	5:30am	Lugano	6h 30m	12:00pm	Bologna Autostazione	No tags
Bus	4:05am	Arrêt D'autobus Lugano	5h 30m	9:35am	Bologna Autostazione	No tags
Bus	7:35am	Lugano	5h 50m	1:25pm	Bologna Autostazione	No tags

Next departures for Lugano to Bologna on November 28
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	9:15am	Lugano	4h 40m	1:55pm	Bologna Autostazione	CheapestFastest
Bus	5:30am	Lugano	6h 30m	12:00pm	Bologna Autostazione	No tags
Bus	4:05am	Arrêt D'autobus Lugano	5h 30m	9:35am	Bologna Autostazione	No tags
Bus	1:15pm	Lugano	5h 15m	6:30pm	Bologna Autostazione	No tags
Bus	4:05am	Arrêt D'autobus Lugano	5h 30m	9:35am	Bologna Autostazione	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 11:10 AM CET.

Compare 2 ways to go from Lugano to Bologna

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Bologna. The journey takes about 3 hours and with fares starting at just $20, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4carpool per day

3hAverage Duration

156 milesDistance

11kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$20 - $147	Average Duration5h 30m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$20 - $35	Average Duration3h	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Lugano and Bologna?

Stops in Lugano

A
Arrêt D'autobus Lugano
Via Giacomo E Filippo Ciani, 6900 Lugano, Switzerland
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B
Stazione/Gare de Lugano
Stazione FFS 1, 6900 Lugano, Switzerland
C
Via Basilea
Via Basilea, 6900 Lugano, Switzerland

Stops in Bologna

A
Bologna
B
Piazza XX Settembre
Piazza XX Settembre, 6, 40126 Bologna, Italy
Visit page
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

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,439 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

Itabus

4/5946 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi3.1

RegioJet

4/51,057 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.4

Wifi3.8

MarinoBus

4/5896 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.3

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi3.3

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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Lugano to Bologna by bus

What is the travel distance from Lugano to Bologna?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Lugano to Bologna?
What are the best sights and things to do in Bologna?

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

11/23

$24

11/24

$22

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$22

11/26

$18

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$22

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$22

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The cheapest trip from Lugano to Bologna was searched and found on Nov 26, 2025 with a price of $18

To 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 $18 to $57 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 $18 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.