Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Lyon. The journey takes about 11 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just $53, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.
Based on 929 reviews, the company was rated 3.8 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the timeliness. Itabus ticket prices on this trip start at $35
Based on 10887 reviews, the company was rated 3.7 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the wifi. BlaBlaCar Bus ticket prices on this trip start at $43
Based on 1051 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the wifi. RegioJet ticket prices on this trip start at $157
Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.
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Frequently asked questions for your trip Rome - Lyon
What is the distance between Rome and Lyon?
Rome and Lyon are 464 miles (748 km) apart.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Rome to Lyon?
If you're headed to Lyon from Rome, chances are that your bus will depart from Rome Tiburtina Bus Station and arrive at Lyon Airport. These are the primary departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can find others that could fit better into your travel plans.
What are the best sights and things to do in Lyon?
Once in Lyon, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Musée des Beaux Arts, Musée d’Art Contemporain, Opéra de Lyon, Institut Lumière and Musée des Tissus.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
Best price found
09/22
$52
09/23
$81
Today
$52
09/25
$34
09/26
$48
09/27
$40
09/28
$52
09/29
$40
The cheapest trip from Rome to Lyon was searched and found on Sep 25, 2025 with a price of $34
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 $34 to $147 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 $34 which is on 2025-09-25.
Usually BlaBlaCar Bus, 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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Bus Travel Tips
Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Rome and Lyon!
Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Rome to Lyon, get comfy and count the stars.
Buses have one of the smallest carbon footprints of motorized transport modes. A bus going from Rome to Lyon will emit less CO2 than a car or an airplane.
Create your own real life musical score by curating a personalized bus travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your bus ride from Rome to Lyon.
Did you know?
It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.
Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travelers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.
Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!
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Busbud recommends carpooling from Rome to Lyon
The cheapest trip from Rome to Lyon was searched and found on Sep 25, 2025 with a price of $34
