How to get from Rome to Lyon by train, bus or flight.
The best way to travel from Rome to Lyon is by taking a flight because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
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463 miles (747 km) | |
Bus or train | |
$103 - $229 | |
Bus • $103 (€88) • 16 h 50 min | |
FlixBus or Trenitalia |
Travel 463 miles (747 km) by bus or train between Rome and Lyon. A bus is best for those looking to save money on this journey, with tickets costing about $103 (€88). The most popular travel companies which serve this trip are FlixBus or Trenitalia among others. Travelers can even take a direct bus from Rome to Lyon.
You can travel by train, bus or flight for as low as $33 (€28). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best trip.
Trenitalia is the national railway of Italy, providing a comprehensive network of trains across the country including trains from Rome to Lyon. It operates a variety of train types, including high-speed Frecciarossa, Frecciargento, and Frecciabianca, as well as regional and intercity services. Frecciarossa trains are the fastest, reaching speeds of up to 300 km/h, while Frecciargento and Frecciabianca offer a more leisurely journey. Passengers can choose from a range of ticket types, including Economy, Standard, and Business Class. Onboard facilities include comfortable seating, Wi-Fi, and a range of food and beverage options. Popular routes include Milan to Rome, Venice to Florence, and Naples to Bari.
BlaBlaCar Bus (formerly known as Ouibus or iDBUS) is a popular French travel company from France operating long-distance services in 10 countries in Europe and connecting over 300 destinations. It is a subsidiary of the French carpooling service, BlaBlaCar. Standard amenities on BlaBlaCar Bus include toilets, air conditioning, USB and power outlets for charging phones, tablets and laptops during long travel journeys, extra legroom and adjustable seats. There is also free Wi-Fi available on select routes. The only ticket type from BlaBlaCar Bus is the Standard ticket, which allows each traveler to bring one carry-on bag and up to two checked bags.
Air France is France's leading airline offering flights within and outside Europe; you can choose different ticket types for your travel to Lyon from Rome including: Economy Light, Economy Standard, Economy Flex, Premium Economy and Business.
You can get to Lyon from Rome 2 different ways: bus or train.
The cheapest way to get from Rome to Lyon is by taking a bus with average ticket prices of $103 (€88) compared to other travel options to Lyon:
Taking a bus costs $127 (€108) less than taking a train, which average ticket prices of $229 (€196).
The quickest way to travel between Rome and Lyon is by flight, which takes on average 9 h 50 min compared to other travel options that take longer:
Bus takes on average 16 h 50 min.
Taking a train requires on average 12 h 23 min of travel time.
Lyon is approximately 463 miles (747 km) away from Rome.
The average frequency per day from Rome to Lyon is:
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route to Lyon from Rome as scheduled services by bus or train can vary by season or day of the week.
These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Rome to Lyon:
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Yes, there are direct routes from Rome to Lyon with the following travel companies:
Direct services to Lyon tend to save you time and add more convenience as you won't need to transfer at another stop in between, so it's worth paying attention to before booking tickets for your trip.
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