Bus from Lyon to Venice: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from Lyon to Venice on 1 April
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Union IvkoniBus
Lyon (Gerland)
Viale Stazione - Venezia MestreCheapestFastest

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 6:53 PM CEST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Lyon to Venice

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Venice. The journey takes about 13 hours and with fares starting at just R 545, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

9bus per day
13hAverage duration
585 kmDistance
15kgCO₂ emissions
Average priceR 545 - R 2 765Average duration13h
15kg CO₂e
Average priceR 6 156 - R 6 919Average duration9h
14kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Lyon to Venice by bus

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

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

    The cheapest bus tickets from Lyon to Venice start at R 545. The average price for this route is around R 1 199. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

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

    The average bus journey time from Lyon to Venice is 13h, covering a distance of 585 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 10h and is operated by BlaBlaCar Bus.

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

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 9 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Itabus, Union Ivkoni, RegioJet.

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

    The earliest bus departs from Lyon to Venice at 00:05. And the latest bus departs at 23:50.

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

    A bus trip from Lyon to Venice produces an estimated 15 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

  6. What is the best bus company from Lyon to Venice?

    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 1069 reviews.

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

    Based on reviews on Busbud, 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 Lyon to Venice?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.

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

    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
29/03
R 522
30/03
R 1 064
Today
R 1 169
01/04
R 1 304
02/04
R 1 412
03/04
R 1 607
04/04
R 1 148
05/04
R 943
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Lyon to Venice was searched and found on 29 Mar 2026 with a price of R 522

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

You can expect to pay from R 522 to R 2 921 for a bus ticket from Lyon to Venice based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 943, which is on 2026-04-05.

Usually BlaBlaCar Bus 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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