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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Lyon to Bologna
Cheapest price
£135
Average price
£171
Fastest journey
6 h 3 m
Average duration
6 h 7 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
528 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lyon to Bologna is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lyon to Bologna will cost around £171 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £135.
Of the 2 trains that leave Lyon for Bologna every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 528 km distance in an average of 6 h 7 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 3 m .
The slowest trains will take 6 h 11 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.
7:316h11Lyon13:42Bologna£1351One-way0 changes- 8:316h03Lyon14:34Bologna£2071One-way0 changes
- 8:316h03Lyon14:34Bologna£2071One-way0 changes
- 7:316h11Lyon13:42Bologna£1351One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Lyon to Bologna
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Lyon to Bologna among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £15. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 36m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the coach is your best bet as it emits only 0.5 - 1.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £15, and a flight costs an average of £71.
Distance: 528 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£125 Average Price | £36 Average Price Cheapest | £197 Average Price |
8h 0m Average total duration 7h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 17m Average total duration 8h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 36m Average total duration Fastest 2h 36m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
- CO2 emissions | 0.5 - 1.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.6 - 3.2kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Lyon to Bologna train times
The table below shows live departures for Lyon to Bologna trains for tomorrow, Saturday 6 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7:31 Lyon | 6h11 | 13:42 Bologna | 0 changesdirect | |
| 8:31 Lyon | 6h03 | 14:34 Bologna | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Lyon to Bologna
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Italy
Trains from Lyon to Bologna run on average 1 times per day, taking around 7h 30m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £71 but you can travel from only £15 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:20, the last at 18:35. The fastest train covers the 528 km distance in 6h 3m.
Distance 528 km |
Average train duration 7h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price £71 |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 6h 3m |
First train 0:20 |
Last train 18:35 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 14 days |
Train companies: Trenitalia, SNCF | TGV INOUI, Regionale from Lyon to Bologna trainsTrenitalia, SNCF | TGV INOUI, Regionale trains will get you between Lyon and Bologna from £15. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Lyon to Bologna train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lyon to Bologna by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Bologna, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Lyon and Bologna
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
- Mon - Wed: 05:00 - 20:45
- Thu - Sat: 05:00 - 21:45
- Sun: 06:45 - 21:45
- Free unlimited WiFi.
- Luggage lockers are available daily from 06:15 to 23:15. They are located near the station's reception desk.
- Alto Café
- Paul
- Paul The Café
- Starbucks
- Exki
- Sushi Shop
- Carrefour
- Complimentary personalized care is available.
- Radisson Blu Hotel Lyon
- Mercure Lyon Center
- ibis Styles Lyon Center
- Mon - Wed: 05:00 - 20:45
- Thu - Sat: 05:00 - 21:45
- Sun: 06:45 - 21:45
- Located in the station's main hall.
- Metro lines: A, B, C, D
- Tram lines: T4, K240, T3, K100
- Bus lines: 2960, C2, C3, C6, C9
- Train lines: TGV, TGV Lyria, TGV INOUI, OUIGO, TER, Intercités, Eurostar, AVE
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotel
Lost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation Desk
Luggage Carts- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week. Access is available via Rue de Grèce.
- Restaurant Moxy Lyon Airport
- NH Lyon Airport Restaurant
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €0.50
- Moxy Lyon Airport
- NH Lyon Airport
- Ibis Budget Aéroport Lyon Saint Exupéry
- Located in the main hall
- 150 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform access
- Hall 2: ticket office and services
- Hall 3: connection to Lyon-Saint Exupéry Airport
- Tramway: Rhônexpress
- Bus: Several lines available
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00
- Free Wi-Fi.
- Luggage facility, open daily from 07:00 to 22:00, is located in front of binario 7 Ovest (Track 7 West).
- Burger King
- A Cafè
- VyTA Boulangerie
- Venchi
- Scambio
- Juice Bar
- KFC
- Dispensa Emilia
- Lavazza
- Mokà
- & more
- Accessible facilities including barrier-free restrooms, elevators and ramps. Sala Blu mobility assistance available from 07:45 to 22:30 with advanced one-hour notice.
- Starhotels Excelsior
- Millenn Hotel Bologna
- UNA Hotels
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00
- Customer service center is on the ground floor and open every day from 06:30 to 23:00.
- Bus lines: 21, 25, 30, 36, 61, 62, 77, BLQ
- Monorail lines: Marconi Express
- Train lines: FR, FA, FB, IC, ICN, R, Italo, ÖBB EC, EN
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