How to travel from Antibes to Lyon

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Compare train and bus for Antibes to Lyon

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Antibes to Lyon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $60 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 44m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $60, while a train costs an average of $121.

Distance: 188 miles (303 km)

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$121

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$60

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$145

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4h 44m

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4h 14m

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7h 5m

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6h 35m

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4h 28m

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0.3 - 0.8kg

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ZOU!

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Compare ways to travel from Antibes to Lyon

Compare the available ways to get from Antibes to Lyon, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from Antibes to Lyon is a bus with an average price of $60 (€50).

This is compared to other travel options from Antibes to Lyon:

A bus is $62 (€52) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Antibes to Lyon costing on average $121 (€101).

The fastest way to travel from Antibes to Lyon is by train with an average journey time of 4h 44m.

Other travel options to Lyon take longer:

Bus takes on average 7h 5m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Antibes and Lyon including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Antibes to Lyon among Omio's users.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 14m faster (4h 14m by train vs 4h 28m by car) and roughly $25 (€21) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($121 (€101) vs $145 (€122)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.

Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.

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from Antibes to Lyon

How to get from Antibes to Lyon by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

bus

The best way to travel from Antibes to Lyon is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    4:55 PM6h10
    Antibes, Pôle d'échanges
    11:05 PMLyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)
    $551One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    4:55 PM6h10
    Antibes, Pôle d'échanges
    11:05 PMLyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)
    $551One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • SNCF | TGV INOUI5516
    7:18 AM4h10
    Antibes station
    11:28 AMLyon Part Dieu
    $1701One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • ZOU!17486 · 876566+SNCF | TGV INOUI12364
    3:49 PM6h05
    Antibes station
    9:54 PMLyon Part Dieu
    $1211One-way
    2 transfers
  • ZOU!86006 · 17470+SNCF | TGV INOUI6850
    7:43 AM4h27
    Juan les Pins
    12:10 PMLyon Part Dieu
    $1431One-way
    2 transfers
  • ZOU!86022 · 17476+SNCF | TGV INOUI6864
    10:42 AM4h38
    Juan les Pins
    3:20 PMLyon Part Dieu
    $1431One-way
    2 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    10:45 PM6h30
    Antibes, Pôle d'échanges
    5:15 AMLyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)
    $591One-way
    0 transfers
  • BlaBlaCar Bus5696
    4:55 PM6h50
    Antibes, Stade Des 3 Moulins
    11:45 PMLyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)
    $661One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Antibes to Lyon

Travel to Lyon easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Antibes to Lyon.

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There are 2 options to travel between Antibes and Lyon including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Antibes to Lyon is a bus with an average price of $60 (€50).

This is compared to other travel options from Antibes to Lyon:

A bus is $62 (€52) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Antibes to Lyon costing on average $121 (€101).

The fastest way to travel from Antibes to Lyon is by train with an average journey time of 4h 44m.

Other travel options to Lyon take longer:

Bus takes on average 7h 5m.

The distance from Antibes to Lyon is approximately 188 miles (303 km).
The average frequency per day from Antibes to Lyon is:
  • Around 19 trains per day.
  • Around 5 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Antibes and Lyon as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Antibes to Lyon:
  • Flights mostly depart from Nice Cote d'Azur Airport and arrive in Geneva International Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Antibes station and arrive in Lyon Part Dieu.
  • Buses mostly depart from Antibes, Stade Des 3 Moulins and arrive in Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Antibes to Lyon, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus to go to Lyon by bus.
  • Travel with SNCF | TGV INOUI, ZOU!, SNCF | Intercités de nuit, SNCF | TGV Lyria to go to Lyon by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from Antibes to Lyon with the following travel companies:
  • 4 direct buses per day with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus.
  • 1 direct trains per day with SNCF | TGV INOUI.
Omio customers who travel from Antibes to Lyon often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Barcelona, Milan, Geneva, London. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Lyon and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Lyon to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Lyon, you can explore Les Halles de Lyon Paul Bocuse, an indoor market offering gourmet food, take a river cruise on the Rhône and Saône, and discover the secret passageways of the traboules in Vieux Lyon. Attend a performance at the Opéra de Lyon or visit the Institut Lumière for cinema history. Don't miss the Basilica of Notre-Dame de Fourvière for panoramic views, Vieux Lyon for its Renaissance architecture, Parc de la Tête d'Or with its zoo and botanical garden, the Musée des Confluences, or the bustling Place Bellecour.
For a fulfilling experience in Lyon, spending 2 to 3 days is ideal. This allows you to explore key attractions such as Vieux Lyon, Basilica of Notre-Dame de Fourvière, and the Musée des Confluences, while also enjoying the city's renowned gastronomy and vibrant cultural scene.

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