The cheapest and fastest coaches from Nice to Lyon
Cheapest price
$33
Average price
$50
Fastest journey
4 h 40 m
Average duration
5 h 2 m
Buses per day
19
Distance
297 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Nice to Lyon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nice to Lyon will cost around $50 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only $33.
Of the 19 buses that leave Nice for Lyon every day 10 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 297 km distance in an average of 5 h 2 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 40 m .
The slowest buses will take 5 h 40 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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4731 · 58074
93135 · 51511
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Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Nice to Lyon
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Nice to Lyon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from $26. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 11m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of $26, and a flight costs an average of $182.
Distance: 297 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
$44 Average Price Cheapest | $109 Average Price | $494 Average Price |
7h 4m Average total duration 6h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 56m Average total duration 4h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 11m Average total duration Fastest 2h 11m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.9 - 1.8kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Nice to Lyon bus times
The table below shows live departures for Nice to Lyon coaches for today, Thursday, 27 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
3135 · 93130 | 9:50 am Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 9h10 | 7:00 pm Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:40 am Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 8h35 | 8:15 pm Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:05 pm Nice, Gare Routière Vauban | 9h25 | 12:30 am Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 1 change | |
50106 | 4:30 pm Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 6h50 | 11:20 pm Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 5:20 pm Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 7h10 | 12:30 am Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:30 pm Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 9h05 | 3:35 am Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 8:05 pm Nice, Gare Routière Vauban | 7h30 | 3:35 am Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday, 28 November | |||||
FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:30 am Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 8h45 | 11:15 am Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 1 change | |
4731 · 58074 | 3:10 am Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 7h40 | 10:50 am Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:30 am Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 9h40 | 2:10 pm Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 1 change | |
5866 | 6:00 am Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 7h20 | 1:20 pm Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Nice to Lyon
Buses from Nice to Lyon run on average 17 times per day, taking around 6h 34m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $26 if you book in advance.
There are 10 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 297 km distance in 6h 40m.
Distance 297 km |
Average bus duration 6h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price $26 |
Buses per day 17 |
Direct buses 10 |
Fastest bus 6h 40m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar from Nice to LyonYou can travel by bus between Nice to Lyon with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar for as low as $26. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Nice to Lyon coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nice to Lyon by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Lyon, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

When departing from Nice, you have various coach station options to start your trip from including Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1), Nice, Gare Routière Vauban and Nice, Boulevard Jacqueline Auriol Supérieur (Aéroport Terminal 2). When arriving in Lyon, you can end your trip in coach stations like Lyon, Perrache Bus Station and Lyon, Gare Perrache.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1), which is located around away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Lyon, Perrache Bus Station, located away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Nice and Lyon
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café Terminal (in the station)
- Fast-Food Express (in the station).
- Available outside Terminal 1, near the arrivals area.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 98, 99 Train: TER
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café de la Gare (in the station)
- Le Bistrot de Lyon (0.5 km)
- Brasserie Georges (0.6 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: C19, C20, 31, 46, 49, 55, 60, S1 Metro: A Tram: T1, T2
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