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Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Lyon to Parma among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £12 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 6m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the coach is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.4 - 1.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £12, while a flight costs an average of £327.
Distance: 442 km
Most popular Coach | Train | Flight | Driving |
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£66 Average Price | £12 Average Price Cheapest | £327 Average Price | £183 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
8h 53m Average total duration 8h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 43m Average total duration 7h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 6m Average total duration Fastest 3h 6m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 6h 4m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.4 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions | 1.3 - 2.6kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
 Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |  Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Compare the available ways to get from Lyon to Parma, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
This is compared to other travel options from Lyon to Parma:
A train is £54 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Lyon to Parma costing on average £66.
A train is £316 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Lyon to Parma costing on average £327.
Other travel options to Parma take longer:
Train takes on average 7h 43m.
Coach takes on average 8h 53m.
Tickets start at around £66 compared to roughly £183 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £118. The journey takes 8h 23m versus 6h 4m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
How to get to Parma from Lyon by train, bus, flight or ferry.
The best way to travel from Lyon to Parma is by taking a coach because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
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The most popular day trips by train from Parma are Bologna, Modena, Reggio Emilia, Milan and Piacenza. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Parma on Omio.
Bologna is known for its porticoes, medieval centre and one of Europe’s oldest universities. The city feels lively yet grounded, with red-brick streets, elegant piazzas and a food culture that shapes daily life.
Modena is known for its Romanesque cathedral, traditional balsamic vinegar and its links to Ferrari and Luciano Pavarotti. Its arcaded centre and well-rooted food culture give the city a polished but relaxed feel.
Reggio Emilia is known for elegant squares, rich Emilian cooking and the Reggio Emilia approach to early years education. Its compact historic centre feels polished and local, with arcades, markets and civic buildings shaping daily life.
Milan is Italy’s capital of fashion and finance, with a polished, modern feel. The Duomo, La Scala and aperitivo culture sit alongside renowned art and design.
Piacenza is known for its Roman roots, handsome historic centre and rich Emilia-Romagna food culture. Palaces, churches and lively piazzas give the city a grounded, local character.
Travel to Parma easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Lyon to Parma.
This is compared to other travel options from Lyon to Parma:
A train is £54 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Lyon to Parma costing on average £66.
A train is £316 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Lyon to Parma costing on average £327.
Other travel options to Parma take longer:
Train takes on average 7h 43m.
Coach takes on average 8h 53m.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Lyon and Parma as scheduled services by train, coach and flight can vary by season or day of the week.
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