How to get from Nice to Lyon
Compare the train, bus and flight options. Then check them for your own date.
Start with the whole journey.
We compared the ways to travel from Nice to Lyon. The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes 1h 05m, not counting the trip to and from the airports. The two cities are about 297 km apart in a straight line. The price and operators below come from a real route search.
The lowest we recorded in the last 14 days was €28, on Tue, Sep 8.
297 km
Which way suits you?
| Transport | Observed fare | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flight | €43Checked Sep 9 | 1h 05mFlight only | See Flight details |
| Train | €78Omio catalogue, Sep 9 | 4h 31mdirect | See Train details |
| Bus | €28Omio catalogue, Sep 9 | 7hdirect | See Bus details |
- Flight€43Checked Sep 91h 05m · Flight onlySee Flight details
- Train€78Omio catalogue, Sep 94h 31m · directSee Train details
- Bus€28Omio catalogue, Sep 97h · directSee Bus details
These figures were observed on different days. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
Nice to Lyon: cheapest or fastest?
All from the same recent search. Pick a tab: the legs, the timing and the difference from the others all change with it.
- 1Nice Côte d'Azur → Lyon Saint-Exupéryflight
easyJet·1h 05m
The best balance of price and time we found on this route.
The observed fares belong to earlier dates.
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The amounts on each day are fares seen earlier, not live offers. A day with no figure is one we have not priced, not one without a service.
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Flight prices by day, Nice to Lyon
The lowest fare we saw for each day over the next three months. Tap a day to search it live.
October 2026
Departures from Nice to Lyon
FlixBus runs 2 scheduled departures a day, the first at 09:20 and the last at 18:20.
| Operator | Departures a day | First | Last |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBusbus | 2 | 09:20 | 18:20 |
| SNCFtrain | 2 | 06:57 | 15:10 |
| BlaBlaCar Busbus | 1 | 09:00 | 09:00 |
Departure times come from operator timetables and are local time at the origin. Where a row shows no times, the frequency is the operator's own and the timetable is not published to us. Times can change on holidays and at short notice; confirm with the operator before you travel.
Departure and arrival
Ticket prices on this route
What each way of travelling costs, as the operator publishes it. These describe the route rather than a date you pick, and they refresh once a day. Booking opens at our partner Omio.
Omio last refreshed these on Wed, Sep 9
Operators seen on these journeys
easyJetNice Côte d'Azur-Lyon Saint-ExupérySee live options and dates →
FlixBusNice-Lyon Saint-ExupéryBook →
Air FranceNice Côte d'Azur-Lyon Saint-ExupérySee live options and dates →
SNCFNice-LyonBook →On this route you travel with easyJet, FlixBus, Air France, SNCF; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
How the trip from Nice to Lyon works
Start with a easyJet flight from Nice to Lyon, about 1h 5m. In total it's roughly €43 over 1h 5m, direct, no transfers.
Nice to Lyon: common questions
How long does it take to get from Nice to Lyon?
The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes about 1h 05m. Getting to and from the airports is on top of that.
How far is Lyon from Nice?
About 297 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Nice to Lyon cost?
On the upcoming dates we checked, the cheapest fare ranged from €28 to €42. Run a live search for your own date to see today's price.
Are there direct flights from Nice to Lyon?
Yes. The best option we found flies without a transfer and takes about 1h 05m.
How long is the flight from Nice to Lyon?
About 1h 05m, and that is the flight itself. Getting to and from the airports is on top of it.
What are the airport codes for Nice and Lyon?
Nice is NCE and Lyon is LYS, so this route is usually written NCE to LYS.
Which operators run Nice to Lyon?
On this route you travel with easyJet, FlixBus, Air France, SNCF.
Can you get from Nice to Lyon without flying?
Yes. A ground route by bus takes about 15m.
What is the cheapest way to get from Nice to Lyon?
Usually a flexible date, or leaving from a nearby airport. A live search puts every option for your dates side by side.
Can I book directly?
Yes. Routavio sends you straight to the operator or an independent third-party provider. We never add a booking fee. The final fare and availability are confirmed by that provider.
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