Route guide

Luxembourg → Bologna

692 km · Luxembourg to Italy · Fastest: 3h by flight · Cheapest: €26+ by bus

How to travel from Luxembourg to Bologna

There are 4 ways to travel between Luxembourg and Bologna — compare duration, price and operators below.

🚄Train

€57–165

Duration: 5h 46m

via CFL, Trenitalia (Frecciarossa), Italo

~10 kg CO₂ per passenger

🚌Bus

€26–68

Duration: 9h 53m

via FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus

~19 kg CO₂ per passenger

✈️Flight

€63–203

Duration: 3h 25m

via Ryanair, easyJet, Luxair, ITA Airways

~108 kg CO₂ per passenger

🚗Car

€83–152

Duration: 7h 41m

~118 kg CO₂ per passenger

Where they are on the map

Luxembourg and Bologna highlighted among the 50 European cities we cover. Map is schematic, not to scale.

Travel tips for this route

At 692 km this is a comfortable weekend trip — train or flight both work.
Both train and flight options exist. Trains often beat flights door-to-door under 600 km once you count airport overhead.
This route crosses from Luxembourg into Italy. Check passport/ID requirements with your operator before booking.
Long-distance coaches (FlixBus and similar) are typically 30–50% cheaper than train, but 2–3× slower.

Luxembourg to Bologna — every option in detail

Luxembourg to Bologna by train

Trains link Luxembourg (Luxembourg) and Bologna (Italy) through the European rail network. Most journeys take around 5h 46m including one or two connections at major hubs.

Operators on this corridor include CFL, Trenitalia (Frecciarossa), Italo.

Train fares are dynamic — typical range is €57 to €165. Advance-purchase tickets (1–2 months ahead) almost always beat walk-up prices.

Climate footprint: about 10 kg CO₂ per passenger by train vs roughly 108 kg by flight — taking the train saves ~98 kg on this distance.

Luxembourg to Bologna by bus

Long-distance coaches connect Luxembourg and Bologna with a typical journey of 9h 53m. Buses are usually the slowest mode for this corridor but consistently the cheapest.

Operators include FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.

Fares start from around €26 when booked in advance, rising to €68 for last-minute travel.

Most modern coaches offer Wi-Fi, USB charging and reclining seats. Overnight services exist on longer corridors and can save a hotel night.

Luxembourg to Bologna by flight

Flights between Luxembourg and Bologna take around 1h in the air, but plan on roughly 3h 25m door-to-door once you add airport transfers, check-in and security.

Airlines on this route include Ryanair, easyJet, Luxair, ITA Airways.

Typical fare range is €63–203. Low-cost carriers offer the cheapest base fares but charge separately for bags and seat selection.

Climate footprint: approximately 108 kg CO₂ per passenger for this flight.

Luxembourg to Bologna by car

The driving distance from Luxembourg to Bologna is approximately 796 km. At motorway speeds, plan on around 7h 41m of driving plus stops.

Fuel-only running cost is in the €83–152 range for a typical car. Toll roads may apply, especially in France, Italy, Spain, Austria and Switzerland — budget extra accordingly.

Crossing the Luxembourg–Italy border by car is straightforward within the Schengen Area; check current rules with the operator or border authority if either country is outside it.

Climate footprint: approximately 118 kg CO₂ per passenger assuming 1.5 occupants per car.

About this route

The distance between Luxembourg and Bologna is approximately 692 kilometres. Direct or connecting trains link the two cities through the European rail network. Both cities have international airports with regular flight service. Long-distance coaches offer a budget-friendly alternative on this route. Estimates below reflect typical operator schedules and fare ranges; book in advance for the best prices.

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