How to travel from Lyon to Pisa

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Lyon to Pisa

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Lyon to Pisa among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $93 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 9h 40m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $93, while a train costs an average of $215.

Distance: 306 miles (493 km)

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$93

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$215

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$291

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9h 56m

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9h 26m

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9h 40m

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7h 14m

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The cheapest way to travel from Lyon to Pisa is a bus with an average price of $93 (€75).

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

A bus is $121 (€98) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lyon to Pisa costing on average $215 (€174).

A bus is $289 (€234) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Lyon to Pisa costing on average $383 (€309).

The fastest way to travel from Lyon to Pisa is by train with an average journey time of 9h 40m.

Other travel options to Pisa take longer:

Bus takes on average 9h 56m.

Flight takes on average 17h 32m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Lyon and Pisa including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Lyon to Pisa among Omio's users.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.

Tickets start at around $93 (€75) compared to roughly $291 (€235) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $198 (€160). The journey takes 9h 26m versus 7h 14m 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.

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.

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from Lyon to Pisa

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

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    8:45 PM15h10
    Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)
    11:55 AMPisa (Pisamover via San Giusto/Aurelia)
    $741One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    8:45 PM15h10
    Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)
    11:55 AMPisa (Pisamover via San Giusto/Aurelia)
    $741One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • FrecciarossaFRECCIAROSSA 9321+RegionaleRegionale Veloce 4045+TrenitaliaFRECCIAROSSA 1000 9281
    9:31 AM8h20
    Lyon Part Dieu
    5:51 PMPisa Centrale
    $2151One-way
    2 transfers

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  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    6:15 AM15h20
    Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)
    9:35 PMPisa (Pisamover via San Giusto/Aurelia)
    $741One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    10:50 AM11h05
    Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)
    9:55 PMPisa (Pisamover via San Giusto/Aurelia)
    $771One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    12:05 AM13h15
    Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)
    1:20 PMPisa (Pisamover via San Giusto/Aurelia)
    $871One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Lyon to Pisa

Travel to Pisa 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 Lyon to Pisa.

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There are 3 options to travel between Lyon and Pisa including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Lyon to Pisa is a bus with an average price of $93 (€75).

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

A bus is $121 (€98) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lyon to Pisa costing on average $215 (€174).

A bus is $289 (€234) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Lyon to Pisa costing on average $383 (€309).

The fastest way to travel from Lyon to Pisa is by train with an average journey time of 9h 40m.

Other travel options to Pisa take longer:

Bus takes on average 9h 56m.

Flight takes on average 17h 32m.

The distance from Lyon to Pisa is approximately 306 miles (493 km).
The average frequency per day from Lyon to Pisa is:
  • Around 5 flights per day.
  • Around 5 buses per day.
  • Around 1 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Lyon and Pisa 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 Lyon to Pisa:
  • Flights mostly depart from Lyon Saint Exupery Airport and arrive in Pisa International Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Lyon Part Dieu and arrive in Pisa Centrale.
  • Buses mostly depart from Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) and arrive in Pisa, Via delle Fiamme Gialle (Park Pietrasantina).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Lyon to Pisa, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, BlaBlaCar Bus to go to Pisa by bus.
  • Travel with Trenitalia, Regionale to go to Pisa by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Lyon to Pisa:
  • 0 direct buses per day with BlaBlaCar.
Omio customers who travel from Lyon to Pisa often also extend their vacation to go to Florence, Rome, Milan, Venice, Paris. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Pisa and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Pisa to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Pisa, you can visit the iconic Leaning Tower of Pisa and explore the Piazza dei Miracoli, a UNESCO World Heritage site with stunning medieval architecture. Discover the Pisa Cathedral, a masterpiece of Romanesque architecture, and the Baptistery of St. John, known for its acoustics and Gothic design. The Camposanto Monumentale offers impressive frescoes and ancient Roman sarcophagi. For art enthusiasts, the Museo dell'Opera del Duomo and the National Museum of San Matteo house remarkable collections. Enjoy a stroll along the Arno River, explore the charming Borgo Stretto, and savor a gelato at one of the city's renowned gelaterias.
One to two days in Pisa is typically sufficient to explore the city's main attractions, including the Leaning Tower, Piazza dei Miracoli, and nearby historical sites.
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