The cheapest and fastest buses from Lyon to Rome
Cheapest price
€62
Average price
€107
Fastest journey
14 h 45 m
Average duration
15 h 19 m
Buses per day
9
Distance
747 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Lyon to Rome is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lyon to Rome will cost around €107 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €62.
Of the 9 buses that leave Lyon for Rome on Thu, Dec 25, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Dec 25 the direct buses cover the 747 km distance in an average of 15 h 19 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 14 h 45 m .
On Thu, Dec 25 the slowest buses will take 15 h 50 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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Compare train, bus, and flight for Lyon to Rome
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Lyon to Rome among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €28. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 44m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 0.7 - 1.9kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €28, and a train costs an average of €104.
Distance: 747 km
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| Bus | Most popular Flight | Train |
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€66 Average price Cheapest | €168 Average price | €202 Average price |
14h 41m Average total duration 14h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 44m Average total duration Fastest 2h 44m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 9h 57m Average total duration 9h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.7 - 1.9kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.2 - 4.5kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Lyon to Rome bus times
The table below shows live departures for Lyon to Rome buses for today, Wednesday, December 24. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:35 AM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 17h35 | 5:10 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:55 PM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 16h05 | 6:00 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 1 transfer | |
3897 | 2:30 PM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 15h30 | 6:00 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:00 PM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 15h50 | 6:50 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:15 PM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 19h35 | 10:50 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:45 PM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 16h35 | 12:20 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 7:45 PM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 15h30 | 11:15 AM Roma, Autostazione (Metro Anagnina) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, December 25 | |||||
FlixBus | 12:15 AM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 14h50 | 3:05 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 0 transfersDirect | |
4787 | 4:30 AM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 14h45 | 7:15 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:05 AM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 15h40 | 10:45 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Lyon to Rome
Buses from Lyon to Rome run on average 11 times per day, taking around 14h 11m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €28 if you book in advance.
There are 4 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:04, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 747 km distance in 14h 30m.
Distance 747 km |
Average bus duration 14h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price €28 |
Buses per day 11 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 14h 30m |
First bus 00:04 |
Last bus 23:50 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Itabus, BlaBlaCar from Lyon to RomeYou can travel by bus between Lyon to Rome with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Itabus, BlaBlaCar for as low as €28. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Lyon to Rome
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lyon to Rome by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Rome, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Lyon, Perrache Bus Station, which is located around 1.4 miles (2.3 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina, located 3.5 miles (5.6 km) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Lyon to Rome
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café de la Gare (in the station)
- Le Bistrot de Lyon (0.5 km)
- Brasserie Georges (0.6 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: C19, C20, 31, 46, 49, 55, 60, S1 Metro: A Tram: T1, T2
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café de la Gare (in the station)
- Bistro Lyonnais (0.2 km)
- Fast Food Express (0.3 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available on the concourse.
- Bus: C21, C22, S1 Metro: A Train: TER
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