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Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Parma to Lyon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £15 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 5m. 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 £15, while a flight costs an average of £290.
Distance: 442 km
Most popular Coach | Train | Flight | Driving |
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£55 Average Price | £15 Average Price Cheapest | £290 Average Price | £185 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
9h 14m Average total duration 8h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 50m Average total duration 6h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 5m Average total duration Fastest 3h 5m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 6h 9m 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 Parma to Lyon, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
This is compared to other travel options from Parma to Lyon:
A train is £40 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Parma to Lyon costing on average £55.
A train is £276 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Parma to Lyon costing on average £290.
Other travel options to Lyon take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 50m.
Coach takes on average 9h 14m.
Tickets start at around £55 compared to roughly £185 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £131. The journey takes 8h 44m versus 6h 9m 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 Lyon from Parma by train, bus, flight or ferry.
The best way to travel from Parma to Lyon 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 Lyon are Paris, Grenoble, Avignon, Saint-Étienne and Annecy. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Lyon on Omio.
Paris is known for elegant streets, major museums and a cultural identity shaped by art, fashion and café life. Along the Seine, grand landmarks sit beside neighbourhoods that still feel local and lived in.
Grenoble is an Alpine city known for its universities, research centres and lively student life. Set between three mountain ranges, it combines a compact old town with a practical, outdoors-focused character.
Avignon is a historic Provençal city on the Rhône, known for the Palais des Papes and the Pont d’Avignon. Its walled centre blends medieval grandeur with busy squares, cafés and a strong theatre culture, especially during the Festival d’Avignon.
Saint-Étienne is known for its industrial heritage, design scene and deep football culture. Former mining and manufacturing districts sit alongside student life, modern cultural venues and quick access to the Pilat countryside.
Annecy is known for its old town, winding canals and the deep blue waters of Lake Annecy. With Alpine scenery framing medieval streets, it feels both elegant and relaxed.
Travel to Lyon 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 Parma to Lyon.
This is compared to other travel options from Parma to Lyon:
A train is £40 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Parma to Lyon costing on average £55.
A train is £276 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Parma to Lyon costing on average £290.
Other travel options to Lyon take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 50m.
Coach takes on average 9h 14m.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Parma and Lyon as scheduled services by train, coach and flight can vary by season or day of the week.
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