- Must visit
Musée des Beaux-Arts de Lyon
Major fine arts museum in a former abbey on Place des Terreaux, known for strong collections from antiquity to modern art.
Cheapest price
$28
Average price
$51
Fastest journey
6 h 10 m
Average duration
6 h 17 m
Buses per day
25
Distance
339 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Milan to Lyon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Milan to Lyon will cost around $51 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $28.
Of the 25 buses that leave Milan for Lyon on Sat, Jun 20, 20 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jun 20 the direct buses cover the 339 km distance in an average of 6 h 17 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 10 m .
On Sat, Jun 20 the slowest buses will take 6 h 20 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.
3898
94782
3090
1716
94742
FlixBus
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FlixBus
FlixBusOmio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Milan to Lyon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $15. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 34m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $15, and a flight costs an average of $118.
Distance: 210 miles (339 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$32 Average price Cheapest | $127 Average price | $291 Average price | $242 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 14m Average total duration 6h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 48m Average total duration 6h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 34m Average total duration Fastest 2h 34m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 17m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.0 - 2.0kg 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 Milan to Lyon:
A bus is $95 (€78) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Milan to Lyon costing on average $127 (€104).
A bus is $260 (€213) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Milan to Lyon costing on average $291 (€239).
Other travel options to Lyon take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 18m.
Bus takes on average 6h 44m.
Tickets start at around $32 (€26) compared to roughly $242 (€198) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $210 (€172). The journey takes 6h 44m versus 5h 17m 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 BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, Itabus, Union Ivkoni International, BlaBlaCar, Infobus.
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 BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:30AM | Arrival Time 05:10AM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:30AM | Arrival Time 08:45AM | Duration 8h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:45AM | Arrival Time 12:00PM | Duration 6h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 02:15PM | Duration 8h15 | Departure days Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 06:20AM | Arrival Time 12:55PM | Duration 6h35 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator | Departure Time 06:45AM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 8h15 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:10AM | Arrival Time 12:40PM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $53 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 02:10PM | Duration 6h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 03:05PM | Duration 6h35 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:15AM | Arrival Time 04:25PM | Duration 7h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 10:20AM | Arrival Time 05:05PM | Duration 6h45 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:20AM | Arrival Time 10:40PM | Duration 12h20 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $62 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 03:50PM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 10:35AM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 8h15 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 04:10PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 11:35AM | Arrival Time 07:35PM | Duration 8h00 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 05:10PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:50PM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 02:55PM | Arrival Time 09:30PM | Duration 6h35 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 09:10PM | Duration 6h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 10:55PM | Duration 6h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 05:50PM | Arrival Time 12:25AM | Duration 6h35 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 12:35AM | Duration 6h35 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 06:50PM | Arrival Time 01:20AM | Duration 6h30 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 02:20AM | Duration 6h20 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 08:45AM | Duration 11h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $62 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:35PM | Arrival Time 03:55AM | Duration 6h20 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 10:25PM | Arrival Time 04:55AM | Duration 6h30 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:30PM | Arrival Time 04:50AM | Duration 6h20 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:30PM | Arrival Time 03:30AM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 11:35PM | Arrival Time 06:45AM | Duration 7h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:45PM | Arrival Time 06:30AM | Duration 6h45 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $38 |
The table below shows live departures for Milan to Lyon buses for today, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 7:30 AM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 6h40 | 2:10 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:30 AM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 6h35 | 3:05 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:15 AM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 7h10 | 4:25 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 0 transfersDirect | |
94766 | 10:20 AM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 6h45 | 5:05 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:20 AM Milano, Milan Linate Airport | 12h20 | 10:40 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 1 transfer | |
1716 · 80014 | 10:35 AM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 8h20 | 6:55 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 1 transfer | |
1716 | 10:35 AM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 8h15 | 6:50 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 0 transfersDirect | |
1726 | 11:35 AM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 8h00 | 7:35 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 0 transfersDirect | |
3492 | 2:55 PM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 6h35 | 9:30 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:00 PM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 6h10 | 9:10 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 0 transfersDirect | |
94560 | 4:00 PM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 6h50 | 10:50 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 0 transfersDirect | |
3092 | 5:50 PM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 6h35 | 12:25 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:00 PM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 6h35 | 12:35 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:00 PM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 8h25 | 2:25 AM Lyon | 1 transfer | |
94742 | 6:50 PM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 6h30 | 1:20 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:00 PM Milano, Milan Linate Airport | 11h45 | 8:45 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 9:35 PM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 6h20 | 3:55 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 0 transfersDirect | |
3090 | 10:25 PM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 6h30 | 4:55 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:30 PM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 6h20 | 4:50 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 0 transfersDirect | |
4768 | 11:35 PM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 7h10 | 6:45 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:45 PM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 6h45 | 6:30 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, June 20 | |||||
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:30 AM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 8h15 | 8:45 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 5:45 AM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 6h15 | 12:00 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 0 transfersDirect | |
3898 | 6:20 AM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 6h35 | 12:55 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Milan to Lyon run on average 22 times per day, taking around 6h 44m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $15 (€12) if you book in advance.
There are 17 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 210 miles (339 km) distance in 6h 20m.
Distance 210 miles (339 km) |
Average bus duration 6h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price $15 (€12) |
Buses per day 22 |
Direct buses 17 |
Fastest bus 6h 20m |
First bus 12:05 AM |
Last bus 11:50 PM |
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Cheapest Day Sat |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 21 days |
Discover the best of Lyon — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Lyon trip today.
Major fine arts museum in a former abbey on Place des Terreaux, known for strong collections from antiquity to modern art.
Excellent museum on Roman Lyon with mosaics, inscriptions, and artifacts beside the ancient theaters on Fourvière hill.
Striking science and society museum at the meeting of the Rhône and Saône, famous for immersive displays and architecture.
The city's atmospheric old quarter with Renaissance lanes, traboules, courtyards, and a strong UNESCO heritage feel.
One of Europe's largest open squares and a key central meeting point in Lyon's Presqu'île.
Large urban park with lake, botanical spaces, greenhouses, and broad paths for walking and relaxing.
Light dumplings traditionally made with pike and baked in a rich Nantua crayfish sauce, a classic specialty of Lyonnais cuisine.
A warm salad of frisee lettuce, lardons, croutons, and a poached egg, emblematic of Lyon's hearty bouchon cooking.
Pork sausage baked inside a soft brioche loaf, a festive and traditional Lyonnais dish often served in bouchons.
An iconic fine-dining restaurant with deep Lyon culinary heritage, serving elegant cuisine in a prestigious setting.
A respected modern bouchon offering refined takes on Lyonnais classics in a warm and polished setting.
A historic bouchon known for classic Lyonnais dishes, convivial service, and a traditional, bustling atmosphere.
Moderate by French standards: bakeries and lunch deals are good value, while central hotels and dinner spots cost more.
Service is included by law. Rounding up or leaving 5-10% for very good restaurant service is appreciated, not required. Round up taxis; small change is fine in cafés and bars.
Official public transport app
Lyon Perrache Bus Station, Lyon -> Lyon Part-Dieu Station, Lyon
Buses in Europe are an affordable way to travel between cities, with a number of bus companies offering both domestic and international routes. Buses from Milan to Lyon are operated by Flixbus, Ouibus, and Baltour with daily departures from around 9:00 a.m., until just after 11:00 p.m. Flixbus operates approximately 5 direct buses per day, with a journey time of approximately 6:45 h.
Return buses from Lyon to Milan | Compare all modes of traveling from Milan to Lyon | Or learn more about buses to Lyon
Average prices for buses from Milan to Lyon when you book in advance
Booking Period |
Average Price |
|---|---|
Same Day |
€40 |
1 Day in Advance |
€36 |
1 Week in Advance |
€25 |
2 Weeks in Advance |
€25 |
1 Month in Advance |
€25 |
3 Months in Advance |
€25 |
Milan to Lyon Buses: General Information
Buses traveling from Milan to Lyon are usually cheaper than taking a flight or the train, taking at least 6½ hours to arrive Lyon.
Based on Omio's travel data, as the table above clearly illustrates, ticket prices on Milan to Lyon buses decrease the further they are booked in advance:
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Milan to Lyon 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 Lyon, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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