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

The cheapest way to get from Bologna to Lecce is to bus which costs €20 - €65 and takes 11h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bologna to Lecce is to fly and train which takes 5h 4m and costs €45 - €160.

Is there a direct bus between Bologna and Lecce?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Bologna Centrale and arriving at Lecce. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 11h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Bologna and Lecce?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Bologna Centrale and arriving at Lecce. Services depart every three hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 7h 12m.

How far is it from Bologna to Lecce?

The distance between Bologna and Lecce is 794 km. The road distance is 818.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Bologna to Lecce without a car is to train which takes 7h 12m and costs €30 - €110.

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

The train from Bologna Centrale to Lecce takes 7h 12m including transfers and departs every three hours.

Where do I catch the Bologna to Lecce bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Bologna to Lecce train from?

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

Train or bus from Bologna to Lecce?

The best way to get from Bologna to Lecce is to train which takes 7h 12m and costs €30 - €110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €20 - €65 and takes 11h 5m.

Where does the Bologna to Lecce bus arrive?

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

Where does the Bologna to Lecce train arrive?

Bologna to Lecce train services, operated by Trenitalia Frecce, arrive at Lecce station.

Can I drive from Bologna to Lecce?

Yes, the driving distance between Bologna to Lecce is 819 km. It takes approximately 7h 36m to drive from Bologna to Lecce.

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

Book your Bologna to Lecce train tickets online with Omio.

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

Book your Bologna to Lecce bus tickets online with Omio, FlixBus and Distribusion.

Where can I stay near Lecce?

There are 2978+ hotels available in Lecce.

Can I share a ride from Bologna to Lecce?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Bologna and Lecce. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Bologna to Lecce - 11 ways to travel via train, bus, night train, and car

There are 11 ways to get from Bologna to Lecce by train (Trenitalia), bus, night train, car, rideshare, plane, or train

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train (Trenitalia)
best
1. Take the train from Bologna Centrale to Leccetrain Fr
7h 12m
€30–110
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bologna Centrale to Leccebus N425 / ...
11h 5m
€20–65
Night train
1. Take the night train from Bologna Centrale to Leccenighttrain Ini
13h 15m
€65–90
Drive 818.7 km
1. Drive from Bologna to Leccecar 818.7 km
7h 36m
€125–181
Bus via Nardo Via XXV Luglio
1. Take the bus from Bologna Centrale to Nardo Via XXV Lugliobus MarinoBus 037 / ...
12h 59m
Rideshare
1. Take the rideshare from Bologna to Leccerideshare 817.5 km
9h 37m
€41
Fly Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport to Brindisi Airport, train
1. Fly from Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ) to Brindisi Airport (BDS)plane BLQ - BDS
2. Take the train from Brindisi to Leccetrain
5h 4m
€47–159
Train to Venice Marco Polo Airport, fly to Brindisi Airport
1. Take the train from Bologna Centrale to Venezia Mestretrain
2. Fly from Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE) to Brindisi Airport (BDS)plane VCE - BDS
6h 46m
€62–212
Fly Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport to Lamezia Terme International Airport, train
1. Fly from Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ) to Lamezia Terme International Airport (SUF)plane BLQ - SUF
2. Take the train from Lamezia Terme C. to Leccetrain
8h 24m
€53–168
Train to Verona Villafranca Airport, fly to Brindisi Airport
1. Take the train from Bologna Centrale to Verona Porta Nuovatrain
2. Fly from Verona Villafranca Airport (VRN) to Brindisi Airport (BDS)plane VRN - BDS
6h 18m
€86–317
Train, train to Pisa International Airport, fly to Brindisi Airport
1. Take the train from Bologna Centrale to Florence Santa Maria Novellatrain
2. Take the train from Firenze S.M.N. to Pisa Centraletrain
3. Fly from Pisa International Airport (PSA) to Brindisi Airport (BDS)plane PSA - BDS
7h 17m
€92–310

Bologna to Lecce by train (Trenitalia)

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7h 12mAverage Duration

€30Cheapest Price

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Distance: 794.1 km
Duration: 7h 12m

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

Trenitalia Frecce operates a train from Bologna Centrale to Lecce every 4 hours. Tickets cost €60–110 and the journey takes 7h 12m. Trenitalia Intercity also services this route 4 times a day. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Bologna Centrale to Lecce 3 times a day. Tickets cost €24–65 and the journey takes 11h 5m. Two other operators also service this route.

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