How to travel from Bologna to Lyon

There are 3 options to travel between Bologna and Lyon including taking a train, bus, and flight.

The cheapest way to travel from Bologna to Lyon is a bus with an average price of €35.

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

A bus is €69 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bologna to Lyon costing on average €103.

A bus is €175 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bologna to Lyon costing on average €210.

The fastest way to travel from Bologna to Lyon is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 11m.

Other travel options to Lyon take longer:

Train takes on average 4h 33m.

Bus takes on average 9h 23m.

The distance from Bologna to Lyon is approximately 328 miles (528 km).

The average frequency per day from Bologna to Lyon is:

• Around 23 flights per day.
• Around 12 buses per day.
• Around 1 trains per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Bologna to Lyon:

• Trains mostly depart from Bologna Centrale and arrive in Lyon Part Dieu.
• Flights mostly depart from Bologna Airport and arrive in Lyon Saint Exupery Airport.
• Buses mostly depart from Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) and arrive in Lyon, Perrache Bus Station.

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Bologna to Lyon, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:

• Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Itabus, BlaBlaCar to go to Lyon by bus.
• Travel with Trenitalia, Italo to go to Lyon by train.
• Travel with Lufthansa, Brussels Airlines, Air France, Air Dolomiti, Vueling, easyJet, Air Baltic, Volotea to go to Lyon by flight.

Yes, there is a direct route available from Bologna to Lyon:

• 7 direct buses per day with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Itabus, BlaBlaCar.

Omio customers who travel from Bologna 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.