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Journey Information
There are 8 intercity buses per day from Bologna to Lecce. Traveling by bus from Bologna to Lecce usually takes around 12 hours and 26 minutes, but the fastest Marino bus can make the trip in 10 hours and 15 minutes.
| Distance | 451 mi (725 km) |
| Shortest duration | 10h 15m |
| Cheapest price | €11.08 |
| Trips per day | 2 |
| Most frequent service | FlixBus |
| Bus lines | 3 |
Buses from Bologna to Lecce
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There are 3 bus lines from Bologna to Lecce available for you to search and compare on Wanderu. With 9 daily trips, FlixBus usually has the most buses running on any given day. Here are some time and price comparisons for all the available options:
First launched in Germany in 2013, FlixBus has become one of the largest intercity bus companies in Europe. Its fleet travels through nearly every country in Europe, including the U.K. FlixBus operates an average of 9 trips from Bologna to Lecce, and usually makes the trip in about 13 hours and 40 minutes. On your trip, you'll enjoy Wi-Fi and live GPS, as well as restrooms, air conditioning, and power outlets.
Itabus is an Italian bus company servicing the whole peninsula, including major tourist hotspots like Rome, Trieste, and Catania. The company has both single and double-decker buses with clean, comfortable seats, complimentary WiFi, power outlets, restrooms, and air conditioning. Upgrade to a premium ticket for even larger seats and extendable armchairs.
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of 12 hours and 26 minutes to cover the 725 kilometers from Bologna to Lecce. However, the fastest bus only takes 10 hours and 15 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
Sunday tends to be the busiest day for buses, as many passengers take the bus to Lecce at the end of the week. If you are planning to travel on a Sunday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Thursday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Thursday ticket is the way to go.
The first bus leaves at 01:00 and the last bus leaves at 23:00. To see the times for all buses from Bologna to Lecce, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
City Information
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Bologna?
Main departure station: Piazza XX Settembre 6
Bologna has two bus stations with service to Lecce.
All bus stations in Bologna:
Piazza XX Settembre 6
Bus Stop
Where does the bus arrive in Lecce?
Main arrival station: Piazza Carmelo Bene
All buses from Bologna arrive at one main station in Lecce.
Bus stations in Lecce:
Piazza Carmelo Bene
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