Next bus departures

Next departures for Nice to Lyon on October 3
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	12:10pm	Nice - Airport T1	8h 50m	9:00pm	Lyon - Gerland Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	5:30pm	Nice - Airport T1	6h 50m	12:20am	Lyon - Gerland Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	4:10am	Nice - Airport T1	7h 40m	11:50am	Lyon - Gerland Bus Station	No tags
Bus Wifi Toilet Power outlets	3:30am	Nice - Airport T1	8h 50m	12:20pm	Gare routière de Gerland	No tags
Bus	7:00am	Nice - Airport T1	7h 20m	2:20pm	Lyon - Gerland Bus Station	No tags
Bus Wifi Toilet Power outlets	5:30am	Nice - Airport T1	9h 35m	3:05pm	Gare routière de Gerland	No tags
Bus	4:30pm	Nice - Airport T1	7h 15m	11:45pm	Lyon - Gerland Bus Station	No tags
Bus Wifi Toilet Power outlets	9:20am	Nice - Airport T1	7h	4:20pm	Gare routière de Gerland	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 8:57 PM CEST.

Get from Nice to Lyon

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 7 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just CLP 18,518, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

10bus per day

7h 45mAverage Duration

183 milesDistance

7kgCO₂ emissions

Bus stations and stops in Nice and Lyon

Stops in Nice

A
Gare Routière Nice Côte d'Azur
14 Avenue des Diables Bleus, 06300 Nice, France
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B
Nice Airport
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C
Avenue Félix Faure
6 Avenue Félix Faure, 06000 Nice, France
D
Gare Routière de Nice - Paillon
Av. Lindbergh, 06200 Nice, France
E
Gare de Nice-Lindbergh
175 Boulevard René Cassin, 06200 Nice, France
F
Nice (Gare internationale)
177 Boulevard René Cassin, 06200 Nice, France

Stops in Lyon

A
Lyon Airport
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B
Perrache
Rue de Esplanade, 69002 Lyon, France
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C
Lyon
8 Rue de la Paix, 69700 Givors, France
D
Quai de Saoune
4 Cours de Verdun Rambaud, 69002 Lyon, France
E
Villeurbanne INSA
20 Avenue Albert Einstein, 69100 Villeurbanne, France
F
Les Charrières
Les Charrières, 69570 Dardilly, France

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/516,016 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness4.0

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

BlaBlaCar Bus

3.7/512,935 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.7

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi2.6

FR bus companies:FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Rede Expressos, Trenitalia, Sindbad, MarinoBus

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Nice to Lyon by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Nice to Lyon?
The cheapest bus tickets from Nice to Lyon start from CLP 18,518. The average price for this route is around CLP 36,933. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Nice to Lyon?
The average bus trip duration from Nice to Lyon is 7h 45m, covering a distance of 183 miles (295 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 6h 20m and is operated by BlaBlaCar Bus.
Which bus companies service the Nice to Lyon route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 10 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Nice to Lyon?
The earliest bus departs from Nice to Lyon at 2:30am. And the latest bus departs at 10:50pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Nice to Lyon?
A bus trip from Nice to Lyon generates an estimated 7.369674999999999 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Nice to Lyon?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus, with an average rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars based on 12927 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Nice to Lyon?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Nice to Lyon?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Nice to Lyon?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

09/30

CLP 89,741

10/01

CLP 70,148

Today

CLP 79,696

10/03

CLP 25,760

10/04

CLP 38,578

10/05

CLP 22,255

10/06

CLP 15,805

10/07

CLP 15,785

The cheapest trip from Nice to Lyon was searched and found on Oct 7, 2026 with a price of CLP 15,785

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Nice to Lyon, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from CLP 15,785 to CLP 127,456 for a bus ticket from Nice to Lyon based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at CLP 15,785 which is on 2026-10-07.