The cheapest and fastest trains from Rome to Lyon
Cheapest price
£147
Average price
£156
Fastest journey
8 h 12 m
Average duration
8 h 40 m
Trains per day
36
Distance
747 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Rome to Lyon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rome to Lyon will cost around £156 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £147.
To travel from Rome to Lyon you need to make at least one change.
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FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9296Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Rome to Lyon
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Rome to Lyon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £31. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 44m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the coach is your best bet as it emits only 0.7 - 1.9kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £31, and a flight costs an average of £61.
Distance: 747 km
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Coach |
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£118 Average Price | £180 Average Price | £62 Average Price Cheapest |
9h 49m Average total duration 9h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 44m Average total duration Fastest 2h 44m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 14h 34m Average total duration 14h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
- CO2 emissions | 2.2 - 4.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.7 - 1.9kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Live departures
Rome to Lyon train times
The table below shows live departures for Rome to Lyon trains for today, Thursday 20 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9504+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9296 | On time 04:10 Rome Termini | 15h22 | 19:32 Lyon Part Dieu | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9682+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9296 | On time 04:38 Rome Termini | 14h54 | 19:32 Lyon Part Dieu | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9606+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9296 | On time 05:25 Rome Termini | 14h07 | 19:32 Lyon Part Dieu | 1 change | |
9966+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9296 | On time 05:30 Rome Termini | 14h02 | 19:32 Lyon Part Dieu | 1 change | |
9908+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9296 | On time 05:40 Rome Termini | 13h52 | 19:32 Lyon Part Dieu | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9608+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9296 | On time 05:50 Rome Termini | 13h42 | 19:32 Lyon Part Dieu | 1 change | |
9968+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9296 | On time 06:05 Rome Termini | 13h27 | 19:32 Lyon Part Dieu | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9512+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9296 | On time 06:10 Rome Termini | 13h22 | 19:32 Lyon Part Dieu | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9610+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9296 | On time 06:20 Rome Termini | 13h12 | 19:32 Lyon Part Dieu | 1 change | |
9970+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9296 | On time 06:30 Rome Termini | 13h02 | 19:32 Lyon Part Dieu | 1 change | |
9912+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9296 | On time 06:40 Rome Termini | 12h52 | 19:32 Lyon Part Dieu | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9612+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9296 | On time 06:50 Rome Termini | 12h42 | 19:32 Lyon Part Dieu | 1 change | |
9972+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9296 | On time 07:05 Rome Termini | 12h27 | 19:32 Lyon Part Dieu | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9516+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9296 | On time 07:10 Rome Termini | 12h22 | 19:32 Lyon Part Dieu | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9616+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9296 | On time 07:20 Rome Termini | 12h12 | 19:32 Lyon Part Dieu | 1 change | |
9916+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9296 | On time 07:40 Rome Termini | 11h52 | 19:32 Lyon Part Dieu | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9618+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9296 | On time 07:50 Rome Termini | 11h42 | 19:32 Lyon Part Dieu | 1 change | |
9974+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9296 | On time 08:05 Rome Termini | 11h27 | 19:32 Lyon Part Dieu | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9520+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9296 | On time 08:10 Rome Termini | 11h22 | 19:32 Lyon Part Dieu | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9620+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9296 | On time 08:25 Rome Termini | 11h07 | 19:32 Lyon Part Dieu | 1 change | |
9920+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9296 | On time 08:43 Rome Termini | 10h49 | 19:32 Lyon Part Dieu | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9622+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9296 | On time 08:50 Rome Termini | 10h42 | 19:32 Lyon Part Dieu | 1 change | |
9976+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9296 | On time 09:05 Rome Termini | 10h27 | 19:32 Lyon Part Dieu | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9524+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9296 | On time 09:10 Rome Termini | 10h22 | 19:32 Lyon Part Dieu | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9624+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9296 | On time 09:20 Rome Termini | 10h12 | 19:32 Lyon Part Dieu | 1 change | |
9924+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9296 | On time 09:40 Rome Termini | 9h52 | 19:32 Lyon Part Dieu | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9626+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9296 | On time 09:50 Rome Termini | 9h42 | 19:32 Lyon Part Dieu | 1 change | |
9978+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9296 | On time 10:05 Rome Termini | 9h27 | 19:32 Lyon Part Dieu | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9514+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9296 | On time 10:10 Rome Termini | 9h22 | 19:32 Lyon Part Dieu | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9628+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9296 | On time 10:20 Rome Termini | 9h12 | 19:32 Lyon Part Dieu | 1 change | |
9928+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9296 | On time 10:40 Rome Termini | 8h52 | 19:32 Lyon Part Dieu | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9630+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9296 | On time 10:50 Rome Termini | 8h42 | 19:32 Lyon Part Dieu | 1 change | |
9980+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9296 | On time 11:10 Rome Termini | 8h22 | 19:32 Lyon Part Dieu | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9632+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9296 | On time 11:20 Rome Termini | 8h12 | 19:32 Lyon Part Dieu | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Rome to Lyon
Trains from Rome to Lyon run on average 1 times per day, taking around 9h 19m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £75 but you can travel from only £31 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 747 km distance in 8h 12m.
Distance 747 km |
Average train duration 9h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price £75 |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 8h 12m |
First train 00:01 |
Last train 23:56 |
Train companies: Trenitalia, Frecciarossa, Italo, Intercity Notte, TGV INOUI from Rome to Lyon trainsTrenitalia, Frecciarossa, Italo, Intercity Notte, TGV INOUI trains will get you between Rome and Lyon from £31. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Rome to Lyon train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rome to Lyon 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 Lyon, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Rome and Lyon
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available near the station with both short-term and long-term options.
- Ramen Bar Akira
- Eataly Roma
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Hotel Abitart
- Hotel San Anselmo
- Hotel Villa San Pio
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-5 for regional and intercity trains
- Hall 2: platforms 6-11 for metropolitan services
- Metro: Line B
- Bus: Several lines available
- Tram: Line 3
- Mon - Sun: 06:35 - 20:20
- Free, limited Wi-Fi available in the station for 15 minutes.
- Luggage lockers are located in the station lobby.
- Rock n’ Coffee Roma
- Arabian Kebab
- Ingredienti
- McDonald’s
- Numb's Bakery Café
- Accessible facilities include elevators and escalators.
- B&B Rome Tiburtina
- B&B Alba Domus Roma
- Hotel delle Province
- Mon - Sun: 06:35 - 20:20
- Located inside the main terminal.
- Metro lines: LB
- Bus lines: 62, 71, 111, 111F, 120F, 135, 163, 168, 211, 309, 409, n409, n041, C2, C3, Airport Shuttle
- Train lines: FR, FA, IC, REG, FL1, FL2, FL3
- Mon - Sun: 06:30 - 22:00
- Free WiFi in the station.
- Provided by KiPoint and located on Platform 24. Open every day from 06:00 to 23:00.
- Acafe
- Moka Café
- Roadhouse Grill
- McDonald's
- Gusto
- Chef Express
- Coop Minimarket
- Mercato Centrale
- The Sala Blu, Trenitalia's office of assistance for disabled travelers, is located next to Platform 1.
- Archi di Roma Guest House
- Gemma di Roma
- The Liberty Boutique Hotel
- Mon - Sun: 06:30 - 22:00
- Located near Platform 24.
- Metro lines: A (red), B (blue)
- Bus lines: 5, H, 38, 40 Express, 50 Express, 64, 66, 70, 75, 82, 90 Express, 92, 105, 150F, 223, 310, 590, 714, 910, C2, C3
- Tram lines: 5, 14
- Train lines: Italo, FR, FA, FB, IC, ICN, EN, CNL, R, Leonardo Express
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available near the station, with access from Via della Stazione di San Pietro.
- Ristorante La Vittoria
- Osteria dei Pontefici
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Starhotels Michelangelo Rome
- Hotel San Pietro
- Hotel Paolo II
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-5 for trains to various regional destinations
- Bus: Several lines available
- Tram: Line 19
- Metro: Closest station is Ottaviano on Line A
- 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
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