How to travel from Naples to Lyon

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Naples to Lyon

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Naples to Lyon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $84 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 58m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the bus is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.9 - 2.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $84, while a flight costs an average of $510.

Distance: 581 miles (936 km)

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$510

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$84

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$101

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$442

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5h 58m

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10h 1m

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9h 31m

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17h 32m

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11h 49m

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2.8 - 5.6kg

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0.9 - 2.3kg

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Naples to Lyon is a train with an average price of $84 (€71).

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

A train is $17 (€14) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Naples to Lyon costing on average $101 (€85).

A train is $426 (€357) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Naples to Lyon costing on average $510 (€427).

The fastest way to travel from Naples to Lyon is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 58m.

Other travel options to Lyon take longer:

Train takes on average 10h 1m.

Bus takes on average 18h 2m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Naples and Lyon including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Naples to Lyon 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 $101 (€85) compared to roughly $442 (€370) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $340 (€285). The journey takes 17h 32m versus 11h 49m 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 Naples to Lyon

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

Our recommendation

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

  • Itabus2126 · 3092
    4:45 AM19h40
    Napoli, Autostazione Metropark
    12:25 AMLyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)
    $391One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • Itabus2126 · 3092
    4:45 AM19h40
    Napoli, Autostazione Metropark
    12:25 AMLyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)
    $391One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • Air FranceAF1579+SNCF | TGV INOUI9812
    6:05 AM5h55
    Naples International Airport
    12:00 PMLyon Part Dieu
    $2821One-way
    1 transfer

Other options

  • Itabus3898
    6:30 PM18h30
    Napoli, Autostazione Metropark
    1:00 PMLyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)
    $721One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    2:00 PM25h05
    Napoli, Viale F. Ruffo di Calabria (Aeroporto Internazionale)
    3:05 PMLyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)
    $891One-way
    2 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    10:45 AM17h10
    Afragola, Stazione di Napoli Afragola
    3:55 AMLyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)
    $921One-way
    1 transfer
  • ITAAZ1264 · AZ324+SNCF | TGV INOUI5124
    11:20 AM10h39
    Naples International Airport
    9:59 PMLyon Part Dieu
    $2301One-way
    2 transfers
  • ITAAZ1264 · AZ324+SNCF | TGV INOUI9844
    11:20 AM10h39
    Naples International Airport
    9:59 PMLyon Part Dieu
    $2351One-way
    2 transfers
  • Air FranceAF1579+SNCF | TGV INOUI12526
    6:05 AM7h55
    Naples International Airport
    2:00 PMLyon Part Dieu
    $2481One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Naples 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 Naples to Lyon.

FAQs
There are 3 options to travel between Naples and Lyon including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Naples to Lyon is a train with an average price of $84 (€71).

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

A train is $17 (€14) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Naples to Lyon costing on average $101 (€85).

A train is $426 (€357) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Naples to Lyon costing on average $510 (€427).

The fastest way to travel from Naples to Lyon is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 58m.

Other travel options to Lyon take longer:

Train takes on average 10h 1m.

Bus takes on average 18h 2m.

The distance from Naples to Lyon is approximately 581 miles (936 km).
The average frequency per day from Naples to Lyon is:
  • Around 29 flights per day.
  • Around 16 trains per day.
  • Around 12 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Naples 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 Naples to Lyon:
  • Flights mostly depart from Naples International Airport and arrive in Lyon Saint Exupery Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Naples Centrale and arrive in Lyon Part Dieu.
  • Buses mostly depart from Naples, Metropark Centrale(Terminal Bus FS Park) 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 Naples to Lyon, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Lufthansa Cityline, KLM Cityhopper, Brussels Airlines, Air Baltic, Helvetic Airways, Malta Air, Ryanair, Edelweiss Air, Swiss, Eurowings, Transavia France, Lufthansa City Airlines, KLM, Air France, Air Dolomiti, Austrian Airlines, Lufthansa, Vueling, Volotea, ITA, easyJet to go to Lyon by flight.
  • Travel with FlixBus, Infobus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Itabus to go to Lyon by bus.
  • Travel with Intercity Notte, Trenitalia, Frecciarossa, Italo to go to Lyon by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from Naples to Lyon with the following travel companies:
  • 0 direct flights per day with Volotea, easyJet.
  • 4 direct buses per day with FlixBus, Infobus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Itabus.
Omio customers who travel from Naples 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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