- Must visit
Doge's Palace
Gothic seat of Venetian power with grand chambers, prisons, and major artworks. One of the city's essential cultural visits.
Cheapest price
$74
Average price
$83
Fastest journey
10 h 45 m
Average duration
11 h 11 m
Buses per day
13
Distance
583 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Lyon to Venice is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lyon to Venice will cost around $83 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $74.
Of the 13 buses that leave Lyon for Venice on Thu, Jun 04, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Jun 04 the direct buses cover the 583 km distance in an average of 11 h 11 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 10 h 45 m .
On Thu, Jun 04 the slowest buses will take 11 h 30 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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FlixBusOmio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Lyon to Venice among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $37. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 36m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 0.6 - 1.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $37, and a flight costs an average of $47.
Distance: 362 miles (583 km)
Most popular Bus | Flight | Train | Driving |
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$78 Average price Cheapest | $196 Average price | $167 Average price | $142 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
10h 57m Average total duration 10h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 36m Average total duration Fastest 2h 36m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 8h 22m Average total duration 7h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 42m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.6 - 1.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.7 - 3.5kg 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 Venice:
A bus is $89 (€72) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lyon to Venice costing on average $167 (€135).
A bus is $119 (€96) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Lyon to Venice costing on average $196 (€159).
Other travel options to Venice take longer:
Train takes on average 7h 52m.
Bus takes on average 10h 27m.
Tickets start at around $78 (€63) compared to roughly $142 (€115) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $64 (€52). The journey takes 10h 27m versus 7h 42m 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, BlaBlaCar Bus, Union Ivkoni International, Union Ivkoni, BlaBlaCar.
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 |
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Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:05AM | Arrival Time 10:35AM | Duration 10h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $62 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 01:45AM | Arrival Time 11:45AM | Duration 10h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $57 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:15AM | Arrival Time 03:05PM | Duration 11h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $58 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:30AM | Arrival Time 04:50PM | Duration 13h20 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $58 |
Operator | Departure Time 04:45AM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 10h15 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $55 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:15AM | Arrival Time 06:25PM | Duration 12h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $72 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:05AM | Arrival Time 08:45PM | Duration 12h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $62 |
Operator | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 10h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $81 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:35AM | Arrival Time 09:40PM | Duration 12h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $58 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:50AM | Arrival Time 10:40PM | Duration 11h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $58 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:45PM | Arrival Time 01:45AM | Duration 13h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $58 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 04:45AM | Duration 10h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $63 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 10:35AM | Duration 11h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $67 |
The table below shows live departures for Lyon to Venice buses for tomorrow, Thursday, June 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:15 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 11h50 | 3:05 PM Venezia, Tronchetto Vaporetti | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:15 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 11h30 | 2:45 PM Venezia, Viale Stazione / Via Dante (Mestre Stazione) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:15 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 12h10 | 6:25 PM Venezia, Viale Stazione / Via Dante (Mestre Stazione) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:05 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 12h40 | 8:45 PM Venezia, Tronchetto Vaporetti | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:05 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 11h55 | 8:00 PM Venezia, Viale Stazione / Via Dante (Mestre Stazione) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:50 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 11h50 | 10:40 PM Venezia, Viale Stazione / Via Dante (Mestre Stazione) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:45 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 13h00 | 1:45 AM Venezia, Viale Stazione / Via Dante (Mestre Stazione) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 6:00 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 10h45 | 4:45 AM Venezia, Viale Stazione / Via Dante (Mestre Stazione) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:00 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 11h00 | 5:00 AM Venezia, Tronchetto Vaporetti | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:00 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 11h10 | 10:10 AM Venezia, Tronchetto Vaporetti | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:00 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 11h35 | 10:35 AM Venezia, Viale Stazione / Via Dante (Mestre Stazione) | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Lyon to Venice run on average 14 times per day, taking around 10h 27m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $37 (€30) if you book in advance.
There are 4 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 362 miles (583 km) distance in 10h 0m.
Distance 362 miles (583 km) |
Average bus duration 10h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price $37 (€30) |
Buses per day 14 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 10h 0m |
First bus 12:05 AM |
Last bus 11:50 PM |
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Discover the best of Venice — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Venice trip today.
Gothic seat of Venetian power with grand chambers, prisons, and major artworks. One of the city's essential cultural visits.
Venice's premier museum for Venetian painting, with masterpieces by Bellini, Giorgione, Titian, Tintoretto, and Veronese.
Leading modern art museum in Peggy Guggenheim's former home, known for masterpieces of Cubism, Surrealism, and Abstract art.
Venice's monumental main square, surrounded by major landmarks and one of the city's defining must-see spaces.
Venice's main waterway lined with palaces, best appreciated from bridges, vaporetto rides, and waterfront walks.
Colorful lagoon island famous for vividly painted houses and photogenic streets, especially popular with social media visitors.
Sweet-and-sour sardines marinated with onions, vinegar, pine nuts, and raisins; a classic Venetian lagoon dish with medieval trading influences.
Salt cod whipped with olive oil into a creamy spread, traditionally served on bread or grilled polenta; one of Venice’s best-known cicchetti.
Venetian risotto colored and flavored with cuttlefish ink, giving it a rich sea taste and dramatic black color.
Small, celebrated seafood osteria near Saint Mark’s, prized for market-fresh fish, refined cooking, and intimate service.
Respected traditional seafood restaurant in a hidden central lane, known for classic Venetian dishes and an old-school atmosphere.
Well-known Burano restaurant worth the trip for lagoon seafood, risotto, and a polished but relaxed dining room.
Venice is pricey due to tourism and island logistics. Hotels and dining cost more than in many Italian cities.
Service is often included or covered by coperto. Tipping is not mandatory; round up or leave 5-10% for very good service. Small change for cafés and taxis is appreciated.
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