- Must visit
Museo Archeologico Nazionale di Napoli
One of the world's top archaeology museums, with Pompeii and Herculaneum treasures, mosaics, sculptures, and the Farnese collection.
Cheapest price
€70
Average price
€90
Fastest journey
17 h
Average duration
17 h 44 m
Buses per day
16
Distance
936 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Lyon to Naples is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lyon to Naples will cost around €90 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €70.
Of the 16 buses that leave Lyon for Naples on Fri, Aug 28, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Aug 28 the direct buses cover the 936 km distance in an average of 17 h 44 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 17 h .
On Fri, Aug 28 the slowest buses will take 18 h 25 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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3897
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FlixBus · FlixBusOmio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Lyon to Naples among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €34. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 43m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 0.9 - 2.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €34, and a train costs an average of €136.
Distance: 581 miles (936 km)
Most popular Bus | Flight | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€56 Average price Cheapest | €149 Average price | €216 Average price | €369 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
18h 16m Average total duration 17h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 43m Average total duration Fastest 2h 43m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 11h 46m Average total duration 11h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 21m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.9 - 2.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.8 - 5.6kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Lyon to Naples:
A bus is €93 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Lyon to Naples costing on average €149.
A bus is €160 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lyon to Naples costing on average €216.
Other travel options to Naples take longer:
Train takes on average 11h 16m.
Bus takes on average 17h 46m.
Tickets start at around €56 compared to roughly €369 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €313. The journey takes 17h 46m versus 12h 21m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by FlixBus, Itabus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:05AM | Arrival Time 07:15PM | Duration 19h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €77 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:15AM | Arrival Time 08:40PM | Duration 19h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €71 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:15AM | Arrival Time 11:30PM | Duration 20h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €70 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 05:35AM | Arrival Time 11:10PM | Duration 17h35 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €65 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:05AM | Arrival Time 09:50AM | Duration 25h45 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €79 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:35AM | Arrival Time 02:35AM | Duration 17h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €65 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:50AM | Arrival Time 05:20AM | Duration 18h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price €89 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:45PM | Arrival Time 06:50AM | Duration 18h05 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €64 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:55PM | Arrival Time 01:05PM | Duration 22h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price €59 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 10:15AM | Duration 18h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €70 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 08:30AM | Duration 16h30 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €68 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 03:45PM | Duration 21h45 | Departure days Wed, Sat | Cheapest price €62 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:55PM | Arrival Time 03:45PM | Duration 20h50 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €99 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:45PM | Arrival Time 03:35PM | Duration 18h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €69 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 08:35PM | Duration 21h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €64 |
The table below shows live departures for Lyon to Naples buses for today, Thursday, August 27. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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4787 | 5:35 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 17h35 | 11:10 PM Napoli, Autostazione Metropark | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:05 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 25h45 | 9:50 AM Napoli, Viale F. Ruffo di Calabria (Aeroporto Internazionale) | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:50 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 18h30 | 5:20 AM Naples, Metropark Centrale(Terminal Bus FS Park) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:45 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 18h05 | 6:50 AM Naples, Metropark Centrale(Terminal Bus FS Park) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:55 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 17h35 | 8:30 AM Naples, Metropark Centrale(Terminal Bus FS Park) | 1 transfer | |
3897 | 3:30 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 18h45 | 10:15 AM Napoli, Autostazione Metropark | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:00 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 21h05 | 1:05 PM Napoli, Viale F. Ruffo di Calabria (Aeroporto Internazionale) | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:00 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 18h25 | 10:25 AM Naples, Metropark Centrale(Terminal Bus FS Park) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:55 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 20h50 | 3:45 PM Napoli, Viale F. Ruffo di Calabria (Aeroporto Internazionale) | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus | 8:45 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 18h50 | 3:35 PM Naples, Metropark Centrale(Terminal Bus FS Park) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:00 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 21h35 | 8:35 PM Afragola, Stazione di Napoli Afragola | 1 transfer | |
| Friday, August 28 | |||||
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:05 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 19h10 | 7:15 PM Naples, Metropark Centrale(Terminal Bus FS Park) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:15 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 19h25 | 8:40 PM Naples, Metropark Centrale(Terminal Bus FS Park) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:15 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 19h20 | 8:35 PM Afragola, Stazione di Napoli Afragola | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:15 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 20h15 | 11:30 PM Naples, Metropark Centrale(Terminal Bus FS Park) | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Lyon to Naples run on average 10 times per day, taking around 17h 46m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €34 if you book in advance.
There are 3 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 581 miles (936 km) distance in 16h 30m.
Distance 581 miles (936 km) |
Average bus duration 17h 46m |
Cheapest ticket price €34 |
Buses per day 10 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 16h 30m |
First bus 12:05 AM |
Last bus 11:50 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 28 days |
Discover the best of Naples — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Naples trip today.
One of the world's top archaeology museums, with Pompeii and Herculaneum treasures, mosaics, sculptures, and the Farnese collection.
Prestigious art museum in the Capodimonte palace, holding masterpieces by Caravaggio, Titian, Raphael, and Neapolitan artists.
Pio Monte's small but superb gallery is best known for Caravaggio's The Seven Works of Mercy and Baroque collections.
Naples' grand central square framed by major landmarks. Ideal for photos, evening walks, and understanding the city's scale.
Historic straight street cutting through the old center. Packed with churches, workshops, and intense everyday Neapolitan life.
Lively shopping boulevard connecting old and modern Naples, known for palaces, metro art, and constant local energy.
Classic Neapolitan pizza with a soft, charred crust, San Marzano tomatoes, fior di latte, basil, and olive oil. It is Naples’ most iconic traditional dish.
Deep-fried pasta croquette made with potatoes, cheese, and pepper. A beloved street snack in Naples, especially from friggitorie and pizzerias.
Fried rice ball filled with ragù, peas, and mozzarella, then breaded and crisped. A classic Neapolitan street food with everyday local appeal.
Two-Michelin-star restaurant overlooking the bay, known for refined Campanian cuisine, seafood, and polished service in an elegant setting.
Historic pizzeria famed for classic Neapolitan pizza in a lively, no-frills setting. One of the city’s most famous casual dining experiences.
Legendary fried pizza and street-food spot in the historic center. Best known for classic Neapolitan frittatine and pizza fritta.
Moderate for Italy. Pizza, coffee and local transit are affordable, while hotels in central Naples and peak-season stays can raise overall trip costs.
Service is often included or minimal. Round up or leave €1-2 at cafes, 5-10% at restaurants if service was good, and round up taxi fares.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lyon to Naples 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 Naples, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Lyon to Naples buses use the Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) to Naples, Metropark Centrale(Terminal Bus FS Park) station pair, with some services arriving at Napoli, Napoli Centrale. Use this guide to compare Lyon and Naples bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) is 2 km from Lyon city centre. Public transport options include:
Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland). ATMs are available at Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland).
Ticket office support is available at Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland).
Available at Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland): Station is accessible for passengers with reduced mobility.
Lyon, Gare Routière de Perrache is 1 km from Lyon city centre. Public transport options include:
Lyon, Gare Routière de Perrache has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Café de la Gare (in the station), Le Bistrot de Lyon (0.5 km), Brasserie Georges (0.6 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Lyon, Gare Routière de Perrache.
Available at Lyon, Gare Routière de Perrache: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Lyon, Gare Routière de Perrache: Elevators, ramps.
Lyon, Gare Perrache is 1 km from Lyon city centre. Public transport options include:
Lyon, Gare Perrache has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Café de la Gare (in the station), Bistro Lyonnais (0.2 km), Fast Food Express (0.3 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and in the shopping area.
Ticket office support is available at Lyon, Gare Perrache.
Available at Lyon, Gare Perrache: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Lyon, Gare Perrache: Elevators, ramps.
Naples, Metropark Centrale(Terminal Bus FS Park) is 2 km from Naples city centre. Public transport options include:
Naples, Metropark Centrale(Terminal Bus FS Park) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Free Wi-Fi in the waiting area. ATMs are aTM located near the entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Naples, Metropark Centrale(Terminal Bus FS Park).
Available at Naples, Metropark Centrale(Terminal Bus FS Park): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Naples, Metropark Centrale(Terminal Bus FS Park): Wheelchair accessible with ramps.
Napoli, Napoli Centrale is 2 km from Naples city centre. Public transport options include:
Napoli, Napoli Centrale has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria Napoli Centrale (in the station), Ristorante Da Dora (0.3 km), Pizzeria 50 Kalò (0.6 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Napoli, Napoli Centrale.
Available at Napoli, Napoli Centrale: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Napoli, Napoli Centrale: Elevators, ramps.
Napoli, Autostazione Metropark is 2 km from Naples city centre. Public transport options include:
Napoli, Autostazione Metropark has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria Metropark (in the station), Ristorante Napoli Centrale (0.2 km), Pizzeria Vesuvio (0.5 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located within the station for cash withdrawals.
Ticket office support is available at Napoli, Autostazione Metropark.
Available at Napoli, Autostazione Metropark: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Napoli, Autostazione Metropark: Elevators, ramps.
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