The cheapest and fastest coaches from Nice to Lyon
Cheapest price
55S$
Average price
89S$
Fastest journey
7 h
Average duration
7 h 26 m
Buses per day
8
Distance
297 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Nice to Lyon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nice to Lyon will cost around 89S$ if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only 55S$.
Of the 8 buses that leave Nice for Lyon every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 297 km distance in an average of 7 h 26 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h .
The slowest buses will take 8 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.
56964:30 PM7h15Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1)11:45 PMLyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)55 S$1One-way0 changes
FlixBus6:20 PM7h05Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1)1:25 AMLyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)60 S$1One-way0 changes
FlixBus · FlixBus3:30 AM8h50Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1)12:20 PMLyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)87 S$1One-way1 change
58667:00 AM7h20Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1)2:20 PMLyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)94 S$1One-way0 changes
FlixBus9:20 AM7h00Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1)4:20 PMLyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)96 S$1One-way0 changes
FlixBus9:20 AM7h00Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1)4:20 PMLyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)96 S$1One-way0 changes
FlixBus6:20 PM7h05Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1)1:25 AMLyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)60 S$1One-way0 changes
56964:30 PM7h15Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1)11:45 PMLyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)55 S$1One-way0 changes
58667:00 AM7h20Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1)2:20 PMLyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)94 S$1One-way0 changes
FlixBus · FlixBus12:40 PM8h30Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1)9:10 PMLyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)113 S$1One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Nice to Lyon
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Nice to Lyon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from 27S$. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 35m. 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 coach costs an average of 27S$, and a flight costs an average of 243S$.
Distance: 297 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
44S$ Average Price Cheapest | 126S$ Average Price | 494S$ Average Price |
6h 36m Average total duration 6h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 27m Average total duration 4h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 35m Average total duration Fastest 4h 35m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.9 - 1.8kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Nice to Lyon bus times
The table below shows live departures for Nice to Lyon 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 | 4:05 PM Nice, Gare Routière Vauban | 9h20 | 1:25 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 1 change | |
5696 | 4:30 PM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 7h15 | 11:45 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 6:20 PM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 7h05 | 1:25 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 0 changesdirect | |
93135 · 51511 | 7:00 PM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 8h10 | 3:10 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 1 change | |
1721 | 9:20 PM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 6h35 | 3:55 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:35 PM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 8h20 | 5:55 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 10:50 PM Nice, Gare Routière Vauban | 7h05 | 5:55 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Tuesday, 30 June | |||||
FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:30 AM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 8h50 | 12:20 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 1 change | |
5866 | 7:00 AM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 7h20 | 2:20 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 9:20 AM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 7h00 | 4:20 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 0 changesdirect | |
3135 · 93130 | 10:50 AM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 9h10 | 8:00 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:40 PM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 8h30 | 9:10 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Nice to Lyon
Buses from Nice to Lyon run on average 19 times per day, taking around 6h 6m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at 27S$ if you book in advance.
There are 11 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 297 km distance in 6h 40m.
Distance 297 km |
Average bus duration 6h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price 27S$ |
Buses per day 19 |
Direct buses 11 |
Fastest bus 6h 40m |
First bus 12:05 AM |
Last bus 11:50 PM |
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Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 56 days |
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, ZOU! Proximité from Nice to LyonYou can travel by bus between Nice to Lyon with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, ZOU! Proximité for as low as 27S$. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Nice to Lyon coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nice to Lyon 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 Lyon, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating options.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- 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.
- 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).
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Nice and Lyon
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café Terminal (in the station)
- Fast-Food Express (in the station).
- Available outside Terminal 1, near the arrivals area
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station
- Bus: 98, 99 Train: TER
- 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
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