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  • Itabus2126 · 3092
    11:5512h30
    Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)
    0:25Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)
    £401One-way
    1 change
  • BlaBlaCar Bus94742
    14:1511h05
    Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)
    1:20Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)
    £401One-way
    0 changes
  • Itabus3804 · 3090
    16:2012h35
    Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)
    4:55Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)
    £421One-way
    1 change
  • BlaBlaCar Bus4788
    19:1010h55
    Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)
    6:05Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)
    £451One-way
    0 changes
  • Itabus3492
    10:2011h10
    Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)
    21:30Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)
    £451One-way
    0 changes

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Compare coach, flight and train for Florence to Lyon

The cheapest option from Florence to Lyon is coach, with an average price of £33. Omio recommends booking the bus, as it is the most popular option from Florence to Lyon among Omio users. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the bus is your best option, as it emits only 0.6 - 1.4kg.

Distance: 551 km

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£33

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£110

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£167

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14h 9m

Average total duration

13h 39m

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8h 53m

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8h 23m

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6h 17m

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3h 17m

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0.6 - 1.4kg

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1.7 - 3.3kg

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Live departures

Florence to Lyon bus times

The table below shows live departures for Florence to Lyon coaches for today, Friday 10 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus22:20 Florence, Guidoni Tram T2
13h40
12:00 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)2 changes
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus23:40 Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo
12h20
12:00 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)1 change
Saturday 11 July
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus0:05 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)
11h55
12:00 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)1 change
Itabus38981:05 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)
11h50
12:55 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus1:50 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)
12h20
14:10 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)1 change
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus2:15 Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo
12h50
15:05 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)1 change
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus2:40 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)
12h25
15:05 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)1 change
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus5:05 Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo
13h05
18:10 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)1 change
FlixBusFlixBus7:30 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)
10h40
18:10 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)0 changesdirect
Itabus349210:20 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)
11h10
21:30 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus11:15 Florence, Guidoni Tram T2
12h30
23:45 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)1 change
Itabus2126 · 309211:55 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)
12h30
0:25 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)1 change
FlixBusFlixBus12:00 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)
10h40
22:40 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus12:30 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)
11h15
23:45 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)0 changesdirect
BlaBlaCar Bus9474214:15 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)
11h05
1:20 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus15:35 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)
13h40
5:15 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)1 change
Itabus3804 · 309016:20 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)
12h35
4:55 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)1 change
FlixBusFlixBus18:45 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)
11h45
6:30 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)0 changesdirect
BlaBlaCar Bus478819:10 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)
10h55
6:05 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus21:05 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)
11h40
8:45 Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)0 changesdirect

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FlixBus as well as Itabus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Gruppo Di Maio and more offer coaches services from Florence to Lyon.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Florence to Lyon.

Why book with Omio vs FlixBus?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for FlixBus, but also compare tickets for the likes of Itabus, BlaBlaCar Bus or Gruppo Di Maio to find the best option for your trip from Florence to Lyon.
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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Florence to Lyon

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FranceFrance
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Typically, there are 16 buses per day from Florence to Lyon, including 7 direct buses, taking around 13h 39m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £13 if you book in advance.

The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 551 km distance in 10h 40m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
551 km
Average bus duration
13h 39m
Lowest ticket price
£13
Buses per day
16
Direct buses
7
Fastest bus
10h 40m
First bus
0:05
Last bus
23:50
Cheapest Month
May
Cheapest Day
Thu
High Season
Oct - Dec
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Mon
Least Busy Day
Sat
Best time to book
84 days
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Bus providers: FlixBus, Itabus, BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar, Gruppo Di Maio from Florence to LyonYou can travel by bus between Florence to Lyon with FlixBus, Itabus, BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar, Gruppo Di Maio for as low as £13. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

FlixBus

About
FlixBus is one of Europe’s leading low-cost bus companies, founded in Germany and now offering long-distance services across Europe and the United States. In addition to its extensive daytime network, FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select European routes. Standard amenities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge devices, extra legroom, luggage space, and onboard toilets, with snacks and drinks available for purchase. FlixBus offers a single Standard ticket type for all routes, which includes one carry-on bag and one checked bag per passenger. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and for reserving specific seats, such as Extra Seats, Table Seats, or Panorama Seats. This combination of affordability, comfort, and wide coverage makes FlixBus a popular choice for budget-conscious travelers.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
10h 40m
Cheapest Price
£33
FlixBus frequency
6 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed for a fee; must be booked.
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed; guide dogs travel for free.
Learn more about FlixBus

Itabus

About
Itabus is a leading bus company in Italy, providing reliable and comfortable transportation services to its customers. Itabus operates a fleet of modern buses, ranging from luxury coaches to standard buses, all equipped with air conditioning, comfortable seating, and onboard entertainment.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
11h 10m
Cheapest Price
£13
Itabus frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
Additional luggage
5€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Dedicated seating areas; Accessible restrooms.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed.
Pets
Small pets allowed in carriers; larger pets must be leashed and muzzled.

BlaBlaCar Bus

About
BlaBlaCar Bus (formerly known as Ouibus or iDBUS) is a long-distance coach company operating in 10 European countries and connecting over 300 destinations. A subsidiary of the French carpooling company BlaBlaCar, it offers comfortable travel with standard amenities such as air conditioning, toilets, USB and power outlets for charging devices, extra legroom, and adjustable seats. Free Wi-Fi is available on select routes. BlaBlaCar Bus offers only a Standard ticket type, which allows passengers to bring one carry-on bag and up to two checked bags per person.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
10h 55m
Cheapest Price
£30
BlaBlaCar Bus frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 7kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a refund in the form of a voucher.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Accessible seating options.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed; additional fees may apply.
Learn more about BlaBlaCar Bus

BlaBlaCar

About
BlaBlaCar is a French online marketplace for carpooling, connecting drivers with empty seats and passengers traveling to the same destination to share costs. Founded in 2006, it operates in Europe and Latin America, boasting 26 million active members. The platform also includes BlaBlaCar Bus, an intercity bus service. BlaBlaCar's name comes from its rating system for drivers' chattiness: \Bla\" for quiet, \"BlaBla\" for talkative, and \"BlaBlaBla\" for very chatty. The company aims to be the leading marketplace for shared travel, offering affordable and sustainable solutions by combining carpooling with bus journeys."
Luggage & cancellation policy
BlaBlaCar frequency
1 a day

Gruppo Di Maio

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
11h 20m
Cheapest Price
£54
Gruppo Di Maio frequency
1 a day

FAQs: Florence to Lyon coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Florence 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.

FAQs
The earliest coach from Florence to Lyon leaves at 0:05. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Florence to Lyon leaves at 23:50.
Yes, there are 7 direct coaches a day from Florence to Lyon with FlixBus, Itabus, BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Florence to Lyon, you can count on FlixBus, Itabus, BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar, Gruppo Di Maio for the best way to get you to Lyon. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Florence and Lyon and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
When departing from Florence , you have various coach station options to start your route from including Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence), Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo, Florence, Guidoni Tram T2, Firenze, Autostazione Sita (Via Santa Caterina da Siena), Scandicci . When arriving in Lyon , you can end your route in coach stations like Lyon, Perrache Bus Station, Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland), Lyon, Gare Perrache, Lyon, St Exupéry Aéroport, Lyon, Givors, Plaza Jean Berry.Passengers board the coach most frequently from Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence), which is located around 1 km away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Lyon, Perrache Bus Station, located 1 away from the city centre.
The cheapest month for a coach from Florence to Lyon is May.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Florence and Lyon including taking a coach, flight and train.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Florence to Lyon for coach company FlixBus, Itabus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Florence to Lyon:
  • BlaBlaCar Bus
    • Assistance
    • Priority boarding
    • Accessible seating options.
  • FlixBus
    • Assistance
    • Priority boarding
    • Wheelchair-accessible buses.
  • Itabus
    • Assistance
    • Dedicated seating areas
    • Accessible restrooms.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Florence to Lyon depends on the coach companies:
  • BlaBlaCar Bus
    • You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a refund in the form of a voucher.
  • FlixBus
    • You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
  • Itabus
    • You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company FlixBus, Itabus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Florence to Lyon.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Florence to Lyon:
  • BlaBlaCar Bus
    • One carry-on bag up to 7kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
  • FlixBus
    • One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
  • Itabus
    • One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Florence to Lyon:
  • BlaBlaCar Bus
    • Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
  • FlixBus
    • Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
  • Itabus
    • 5€ per additional bag.
Yes, you can bring your pet on the coach from Florence to Lyon. The following conditions apply:
  • FlixBus
    • Small pets in carriers allowed
    • guide dogs travel for free.
  • Itabus
    • Small pets allowed in carriers
    • larger pets must be leashed and muzzled.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Florence to Lyon with the following coach company: FlixBus, Itabus, BlaBlaCar Bus
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Florence to Lyon with the following coach company: FlixBus, Itabus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Florence to Lyon with the following coach company: FlixBus, Itabus, BlaBlaCar Bus.

popular bus stations

Important Stations and Airports in Florence and Lyon

Most Florence to Lyon buses use the Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Firenze) to Lyon, Gare Routière de Perrache station pair, with some services arriving at Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gherlan). Use this guide to compare Florence and Lyon bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.

Departure bus stations in Florence
Arrival bus stations in Lyon

Which Florence station do buses to Lyon leave from?

Buses from Florence to Lyon leave from Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Firenze). The station is 1 km from Florence city centre at Villa Costanza, Scandicci, Florence, Italy.
Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Firenze)Villa Costanza, Scandicci, Florence, ItalyWifiParkingATMAccessibilityWCTicket Office
City-centre transport

Getting to Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Firenze) from Florence city centre

Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Firenze) is 1 km from Florence city centre. Public transport options include:

BusN997, N531, N520, N544, N1550, N523 · 20m · £0.90
TramT1.3 · 17m · £2 · every ~22 min
T1.3 · 21m · £2 · every ~22 min

Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Firenze) bus station facilities and services

Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Firenze) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Firenze).

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Firenze): Parking, WC.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Firenze): Elevators, ramps.

Firenze, Piazzale MontelungoPiazzale Montelungo, Florence, ItalyWifiParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
City-centre transport

Getting to Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo from Florence city centre

Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo is 1 km from Florence city centre. Public transport options include:

Bus12, 13, 17 Train: Firenze Santa Maria Novella

Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo bus station facilities and services

Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo: Elevators, ramps.

More about Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo
Florence, Guidoni Tram T2
City-centre transport

Getting to Florence, Guidoni Tram T2 from Florence city centre

Bus30 · 15m · £0.90 · every ~9 min
301 A · 17m · £0.90
30 · 17m · £0.90 · every ~9 min
TramT2 · 18m · £2 · every ~21 min

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