Lecce, Apulia to Bologna, Emilia-Romagna from $364: 8 ways by bus, train, flight or car

• Onboard services for your train journey from Lecce to Bologna may include catering options, especially if you choose high-speed trains like Frecciarossa or Italo. You can expect a variety of snacks, meals, and beverages available for purchase onboard. Frecciarossa has a restaurant car with a menu that includes Italian cuisine, while Italo offers a bistro service where you can order meals through an app.

• When selecting your seating option, both Frecciarossa and Italo provide different classes. Frecciarossa offers 1st Class, Business Class, and Standard Class, each with varying levels of comfort and space. Business Class offers more spacious seating and complimentary snacks and drinks. Italo features 1st Class, Comfort, and Low Cost seats, with Comfort seats being a good balance of price and comfort. Be sure to book your tickets in advance to secure your preferred class.

• For your route, you have several operators: Frecciarossa (trenitalia.com) and Italo (italotreno.it). Make sure to check their respective websites for schedules, ticket availability, and onboard services. You can also find useful links for local transport schedules in Bologna at (tper.it) and for station maps at (bologna-airport.it)

• Consider booking your flight with Ryanair or Alitalia, as they frequently operate direct routes from Brindisi Airport to Bologna Airport, making for a quick 1h 25m flight, which is ideal for maximizing your time in Bologna.

• Upon arrival at Bologna Airport, follow the clearly marked signs for baggage claim and customs; the airport is relatively compact, so you can expect to navigate through it efficiently—allowing you to catch a taxi to the city center swiftly.

• Taxi fares from Bologna Airport to the city center are approximately €25-€30, so keep some cash handy or use a credit card to facilitate an easy, hassle-free transfer into the heart of Bologna.