What is the cheapest way to get from Lyon to Rome?

The cheapest way to get from Lyon to Rome is to bus which costs €50 - €130 and takes 15h 30m.

What is the fastest way to get from Lyon to Rome?

The fastest way to get from Lyon to Rome is to fly which takes 4h 48m and costs €70 - €250.

Is there a direct bus between Lyon and Rome?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Gare de Lyon-Perrache and arriving at Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 15h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Lyon and Rome?

No, there is no direct train from Lyon to Rome. However, there are services departing from Lyon Part Dieu and arriving at Roma Termini via Milano Centrale. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 17m.

How far is it from Lyon to Rome?

The distance between Lyon and Rome is 775 km. The road distance is 963 km.

How do I travel from Lyon to Rome without a car?

The best way to get from Lyon to Rome without a car is to train which takes 8h 17m and costs €110 - €200.

How long does it take to get from Lyon to Rome?

It takes approximately 4h 48m to get from Lyon to Rome, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lyon to Rome bus from?

Lyon to Rome bus services, operated by Itabus S.p.A., depart from Gare de Lyon-Perrache station.

Where do I catch the Lyon to Rome train from?

Lyon to Rome train services, operated by Trenitalia, depart from Lyon Part Dieu station.

Train, bus or fly from Lyon to Rome?

The best way to get from Lyon to Rome is to fly which takes 4h 48m and costs €70 - €250. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €110 - €200 and takes 8h 17m, you could also bus, which costs €50 - €130 and takes 15h 30m.

Where does the Lyon to Rome bus arrive?

Lyon to Rome bus services, operated by Itabus S.p.A., arrive at Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina station.

Where does the Lyon to Rome train arrive?

Lyon to Rome train services, operated by Trenitalia, arrive at Milano Centrale station.

Can I drive from Lyon to Rome?

Yes, the driving distance between Lyon to Rome is 963 km. It takes approximately 9h 31m to drive from Lyon to Rome.

How do I get a train ticket from Lyon to Rome?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Lyon to Rome?

Book your Lyon to Rome bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Rome?

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There are 8 ways to get from Lyon to Rome by plane, train (Trenitalia), bus, car, or train

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Fly from Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport
best
1. Fly from Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS) to Fiumicino International Airport (FCO)plane LYS - FCO
4h 48m
€74–242
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Gare de Lyon-Perrache to Roma, Autostazione Tiburtinabus Lyon
15h 30m
€50–130
Train
1. Take the train from Lyon Part Dieu to Milano Centraletrain Fr
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Roma Terminitrain 9981 / ...
8h 17m
€118–192
Drive 963 km
1. Drive from Lyon to Romecar 963 km
9h 31m
€155–224
Train to Turin Caselle Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Lyon Part Dieu to Torino Porta Susatrain
2. Fly from Turin Caselle Airport (TRN) to Fiumicino International Airport (FCO)plane TRN - FCO
7h 22m
€59–259
Train to Geneva International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Lyon Part Dieu to Genevetrain
2. Fly from Geneva International Airport (GVA) to Fiumicino International Airport (FCO)plane GVA - FCO
6h 37m
€83–267
Train via Turin
1. Take the train from Lyon Part Dieu to Torino Porta Susatrain Fr
2. Take the train from Torino Porta Susa to Roma Terminitrain Fr
9h 6m
€116–220
Bus via Rome Anagnina
1. Take the bus from Lyon to Rome Anagninabus N580
15h 54m
€94–139

Lyon to Rome by train

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8h 17mAverage Duration

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Distance: 775.2 km
Duration: 4h 48m

What companies run services between Lyon, France and Rome, Italy?

easyJet flies from Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS) to Fiumicino International Airport (FCO) twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a train from Lyon Part Dieu to Roma Termini via Milano Centrale in around 8h 17m.

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