The cheapest and fastest coaches from Lyon to Rome
Cheapest price
50S$
Average price
79S$
Fastest journey
14 h 10 m
Average duration
14 h 44 m
Buses per day
15
Distance
747 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Lyon to Rome is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lyon to Rome will cost around 79S$ if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only 50S$.
Of the 15 buses that leave Lyon for Rome every day 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 747 km distance in an average of 14 h 44 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 14 h 10 m .
The slowest buses will take 15 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.
38973:30 PM15h30Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)7:00 AMRoma, Autostazione Tiburtina50 S$1One-way0 changes
34919:15 AM14h30Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)11:45 PMRoma, Autostazione Tiburtina50 S$1One-way0 changes
3091 · 380111:50 PM17h40Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)5:30 PMRoma, Autostazione Tiburtina60 S$1One-way1 change
FlixBus8:45 PM15h30Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)12:15 PMRoma, Autostazione (Metro Anagnina)61 S$1One-way0 changes
FlixBus · FlixBus6:00 PM16h00Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)10:00 AMRoma, Autostazione Tiburtina68 S$1One-way1 change
FlixBus9:35 AM14h10Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)11:45 PMRoma, Autostazione Tiburtina73 S$1One-way0 changes
34919:15 AM14h30Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)11:45 PMRoma, Autostazione Tiburtina50 S$1One-way0 changes
47875:35 AM14h40Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)8:15 PMRoma, Autostazione Tiburtina74 S$1One-way0 changes
FlixBus1:15 AM14h50Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)4:05 PMRoma, Autostazione Tiburtina87 S$1One-way0 changes
FlixBus8:45 PM15h30Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)12:15 PMRoma, Autostazione (Metro Anagnina)61 S$1One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Lyon to Rome
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Lyon to Rome among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from 25S$. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 5h 22m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the coach is your best bet as it emits only 0.7 - 1.9kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of 25S$, and a train costs an average of 96S$.
Distance: 747 km
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Most popular Coach | Flight | Train |
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53S$ Average Price Cheapest | 174S$ Average Price | 183S$ Average Price |
12h 34m Average total duration 12h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 22m Average total duration Fastest 5h 22m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 10h 11m Average total duration 9h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.7 - 1.9kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.2 - 4.5kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Lyon to Rome bus times
The table below shows live departures for Lyon to Rome coaches for today, Monday, 29 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:00 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 16h00 | 10:00 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:55 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 17h15 | 12:10 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:45 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 16h35 | 1:20 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 8:45 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 15h30 | 12:15 PM Roma, Autostazione (Metro Anagnina) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:00 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 15h30 | 2:30 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 1:15 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 14h50 | 4:05 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:15 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 16h35 | 5:50 PM Roma, Autostazione (Metro Anagnina) | 1 change | |
4787 | 5:35 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 14h40 | 8:15 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:15 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 17h10 | 11:25 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 1 change | |
3491 | 9:15 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 14h30 | 11:45 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 9:35 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 14h10 | 11:45 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:45 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 16h50 | 5:35 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:45 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 17h20 | 6:05 AM Roma, Autostazione (Metro Anagnina) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:55 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 16h05 | 7:00 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 1 change | |
3897 | 3:30 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 15h30 | 7:00 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 0 changesdirect | |
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus or SNCF Bus to find the best option for your trip from Lyon to Rome.
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Lyon to Rome
Buses from Lyon to Rome run on average 12 times per day, taking around 12h 4m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at 25S$ if you book in advance.
There are 5 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:04, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 747 km distance in 14h 10m.
Distance 747 km |
Average bus duration 12h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price 25S$ |
Buses per day 12 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 14h 10m |
First bus 12:04 AM |
Last bus 11:50 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 42 days |
Bus providers: Itabus, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar, SNCF Bus from Lyon to RomeYou can travel by bus between Lyon to Rome with Itabus, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar, SNCF Bus for as low as 25S$. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Lyon to Rome coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lyon to Rome by coach. 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 coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Rome, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating options.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Itabus
- Assistance
- Dedicated seating areas
- Accessible restrooms.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a refund in the form of a voucher.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Itabus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Itabus
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Itabus
- 5€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
- Itabus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must be leashed and muzzled.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Lyon and Rome
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café de la Gare (in the station)
- Le Bistrot de Lyon (0.5 km)
- Brasserie Georges (0.6 km).
- Available outside the main entrance
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station
- Bus: C19, C20, 31, 46, 49, 55, 60, S1 Metro: A Tram: T1, T2
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café de la Gare (in the station)
- Bistro Lyonnais (0.2 km)
- Fast Food Express (0.3 km).
- Available outside the main entrance
- Elevators, ramps
- Available on the concourse
- Bus: C21, C22, S1 Metro: A Train: TER
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