The cheapest and fastest buses from Rome to Lyon
Cheapest price
€31
Average price
€80
Fastest journey
14 h 30 m
Average duration
14 h 48 m
Buses per day
16
Distance
747 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Rome to Lyon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rome to Lyon will cost around €80 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €31.
Of the 16 buses that leave Rome for Lyon on Thu, Dec 04, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Dec 04 the direct buses cover the 747 km distance in an average of 14 h 48 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 14 h 30 m .
On Thu, Dec 04 the slowest buses will take 14 h 55 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 Rome to Lyon
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Rome to Lyon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €33. 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 €33, and a flight costs an average of €65.
Distance: 747 km
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| Bus | Most popular Flight | Train |
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€67 Average price Cheapest | €194 Average price | €127 Average price |
14h 34m Average total duration 14h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 44m Average total duration Fastest 2h 44m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 9h 49m Average total duration 9h 19m 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
Rome to Lyon bus times
The table below shows live departures for Rome to Lyon buses for today, Wednesday, December 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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4788 | 2:20 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 14h50 | 5:10 AM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:10 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 16h05 | 3:15 PM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:15 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 21h00 | 8:15 PM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Rome to Lyon
Buses from Rome to Lyon run on average 12 times per day, taking around 14h 4m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €33 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 4m |
Cheapest ticket price €33 |
Buses per day 12 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 14h 30m |
First bus 00:04 |
Last bus 23:50 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Itabus, BlaBlaCar from Rome to LyonYou can travel by bus between Rome to Lyon with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Itabus, BlaBlaCar for as low as €33. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Rome to Lyon
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rome to Lyon 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 Lyon, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina, which is located around 3.5 miles (5.6 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Lyon, Perrache Bus Station, located 1.4 miles (2.3 km) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Rome to Lyon
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Ristorante Italiano (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station)
- Caffè del Terminal (in the station).
- Available outside the arrivals terminal.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 520, 720 Train: Leonardo Express
- 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
- 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
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