Bus from Rome to Lyon: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from Rome to Lyon on 28 January
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
ItabusBus
Rome Tiburtina Bus Station
Lyon Avenue Tony GarnierCheapestFastest
BlaBlaCar BusBus
    Rome Tiburtina Bus Station
    Lyon (Gerland)No tags
    RegioJetBus
    Rome Tiburtina Bus Station
    Lyon (Gerland)No tags
    Flixbus Bus
    Rome Tiburtina Bus Station
    Lyon (Gerland)No tags
    ItabusBus
    Rome Tiburtina Bus Station
    Lyon Avenue Tony GarnierNo tags

    Last refresh of the prices: Today at 11:36 CET.

    Compare 3 ways to travel from Rome to Lyon

    We recommend carpooling

    Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach Lyon. The journey takes about 10 hours and with fares starting at just £41, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

    1carpool per day
    10hAverage duration
    464 milesDistance
    31kgCO₂ emissions
    Average price£21 - £189Average duration17h 5m
    19kg CO₂e
    Average price£93 - £403Average duration8h 12m
    18kg CO₂e
    Carpool
    Average price£41 - £45Average duration10h
    31kg CO₂e

    Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Rome to Lyon

    Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

    1. How much is the bus ticket from Rome to Lyon?

      The cheapest coach tickets from Rome to Lyon start from £21. The average price for this route is around £58. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

    2. How long is the bus journey from Rome to Lyon?

      The average bus journey time from Rome to Lyon is 17h 5m, covering a distance of 466 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 13h 45m and is operated by BlaBlaCar Bus.

    3. Which bus companies service the Rome to Lyon route?

      Several major bus companies operate on this route with 13 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Itabus, BlaBlaCar Bus, RegioJet.

    4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Rome to Lyon?

      The earliest bus departs from Rome to Lyon at 00:10. And the latest bus departs at 23:50.

    5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Rome to Lyon?

      A bus journey from Rome to Lyon produces an estimated 19 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

    6. Which is the best bus company from Rome to Lyon?

      According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is RegioJet, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 1067 reviews.

    7. Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Rome to Lyon?

      Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company RegioJet has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.8.

    8. Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Rome to Lyon?

      According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is RegioJet, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

    9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Rome to Lyon?

      According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is RegioJet, with a cleanliness rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars.

    Find cheapest prices for buses

    Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

    Best price found
    25/01
    £33
    26/01
    £36
    Today
    £36
    28/01
    £36
    29/01
    £28
    30/01
    £26
    31/01
    £26
    01/02
    £26
    busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Rome to Lyon was searched and found on 1 Feb 2026 with a price of £26

    To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Rome to Lyon as early as possible.

    You can expect to pay from £26 to £128 for a bus ticket from Rome to Lyon based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £26, which is on 2026-02-01.

    Usually FlixBus will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

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