Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Nice - Airport T1 | Lyon - Gerland Bus Station | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Nice - Airport T1 | Lyon - Gerland Bus Station | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Nice - Airport T1 | Lyon - Gerland Bus Station | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Nice - Airport T1 | Gare routière de Gerland | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Nice - Airport T1 | Lyon - Gerland Bus Station | No tags |
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Get from Nice to Lyon
The journey takes about 7 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just CHF 19, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Nice and Lyon?
Stops in Nice
- A
Gare Routière Nice Côte d'Azur
14 Avenue des Diables Bleus, 06300 Nice, France - C
Avenue Félix Faure
6 Avenue Félix Faure, 06000 Nice, France - D
Gare Routière de Nice - Paillon
Av. Lindbergh, 06200 Nice, France - E
Gare de Nice-Lindbergh
175 Boulevard René Cassin, 06200 Nice, France - F
Nice (Gare internationale)
177 Boulevard René Cassin, 06200 Nice, France
Stops in Lyon
- BRue de Esplanade, 69002 Lyon, France
- C
Lyon
8 Rue de la Paix, 69700 Givors, France - D
Quai de Saoune
4 Cours de Verdun Rambaud, 69002 Lyon, France - E
Villeurbanne INSA
20 Avenue Albert Einstein, 69100 Villeurbanne, France - FLes Charrières, 69570 Dardilly, France
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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Nice to Lyon by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Nice to Lyon?
The cheapest bus tickets from Nice to Lyon start from CHF 19. The average price for this route is around CHF 37. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Nice to Lyon?
The average bus trip duration from Nice to Lyon is 7h 40m, covering a distance of 183 miles (295 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 6h 20m and is operated by BlaBlaCar Bus.
Which bus companies service the Nice to Lyon route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 14 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Nice to Lyon?
The earliest bus departs from Nice to Lyon at 3:30am. And the latest bus departs at 10:50pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Nice to Lyon?
A bus trip from Nice to Lyon generates an estimated 7.358575000000001 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Nice to Lyon?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus, with an average rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars based on 11808 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Nice to Lyon?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Nice to Lyon?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Nice to Lyon?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Nice to Lyon was searched and found on Jun 1, 2026 with a price of CHF 23To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Nice to Lyon, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from CHF 23 to CHF 102 for a bus ticket from Nice to Lyon based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at CHF 23 which is on 2026-06-01.
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.
What's the cheapest way to go from Nice to Lyon?
The Bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
