How to travel from Milan to Lyon

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

The cheapest way to travel from Milan to Lyon is a bus with an average price of $41 (€35).

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

A bus is $1 (€1) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Milan to Lyon costing on average $42 (€36).

A bus is $335 (€285) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Milan to Lyon costing on average $375 (€320).

The fastest way to travel from Milan to Lyon is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 58m.

Other travel options to Lyon take longer:

Train takes on average 5h 44m.

Bus takes on average 7h 49m.

The distance from Milan to Lyon is approximately 210 miles (339 km).

The average frequency per day from Milan to Lyon is:

• Around 22 buses per day.
• Around 20 flights per day.
• Around 18 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Milan 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 Milan to Lyon:

• Flights mostly depart from Milan Malpensa Airport and arrive in Lyon Saint Exupery Airport.
• Trains mostly depart from Milan Centrale and arrive in Lyon Part Dieu.
• Buses mostly depart from Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano 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 Milan to Lyon, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:

• Travel with Air France, Vueling, Lufthansa, Air Dolomiti, Turkish Airlines, Twin Jet, Air Baltic, Brussels Airlines, Austrian Airlines, ITA, British Airways, AJet, Eurowings, Lufthansa City Airlines, Helvetic Airways, BA Cityflyer, Amelia, asl airlines, Luxair, Avion Express Malta, Ente Autonomo Volturno to go to Lyon by flight.
• Travel with Trenitalia, SNCF | TGV INOUI to go to Lyon by train.
• Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Itabus, Infobus, Union Ivkoni International to go to Lyon by bus.

Yes, there are direct services available from Milan to Lyon with the following travel companies:

• 1 direct flights per day with Twin Jet.
• 2 direct trains per day with Trenitalia.
• 17 direct buses per day with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Itabus, Infobus, Union Ivkoni International.

Omio customers who travel from Milan to Lyon often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Barcelona, Geneva, London, Madrid. 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.