How to get from Rome to Lyon
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Start with the whole journey.
We compared the ways to travel from Rome to Lyon. The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes 1h 40m, not counting the trip to and from the airports. The two cities are about 747 km apart in a straight line. The price and operators below come from a real route search.
This is the lowest fare we have recorded for this route in the last 14 days.
This fare comes from a search on September 8, 2026 and has not been refreshed since. Run a live search for today's price.
747 km
Which way suits you?
| Transport | Observed fare | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flight | €26Checked Sep 8 | 1h 40mFlight only | See Flight details |
| Bus | €34Omio catalogue, Sep 9 | 14h 15m1 transfer | See Bus details |
- Flight€26Checked Sep 81h 40m · Flight onlySee Flight details
- Bus€34Omio catalogue, Sep 914h 15m · 1 transferSee Bus details
These figures were observed on different days. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
Rome 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.
- 1Rome Fiumicino → Lyon Saint-Exupéryflight
easyJet·1h 40m
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, Rome to Lyon
The lowest fare we saw for each day over the next three months. Tap a day to search it live.
September 2026
€53October 2026
€41Departures from Rome to Lyon
FlixBus runs 27 scheduled departures a day, the first at 03:45 and the last at 17:00.
| Operator | Departures a day | First | Last |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBusbus | 27 | 03:45 | 17:00 |
| BlaBlaCar Busbus | 7 | — | — |
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
easyJetRome Fiumicino-Lyon Saint-ExupérySee live options and dates →
FlixBusRome-Marseille, Marseille-Lyon Saint-ExupéryBook →On this route you travel with easyJet, FlixBus; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
How the trip from Rome to Lyon works
Start with a U2 flight from Rome to Lyon, about 1h 40m. In total it's roughly €26 over 1h 40m, direct, no transfers.
Rome to Lyon: common questions
How long does it take to get from Rome to Lyon?
The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes about 1h 40m. Getting to and from the airports is on top of that.
How far is Lyon from Rome?
About 747 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Rome to Lyon cost?
On the upcoming dates we checked, the cheapest fare ranged from €33 to €82. Run a live search for your own date to see today's price.
Are there direct flights from Rome to Lyon?
Yes. The best option we found flies without a transfer and takes about 1h 40m.
How long is the flight from Rome to Lyon?
About 1h 40m, and that is the flight itself. Getting to and from the airports is on top of it.
What are the airport codes for Rome and Lyon?
Rome is FCO and Lyon is LYS, so this route is usually written FCO to LYS.
Which operators run Rome to Lyon?
On this route you travel with easyJet, FlixBus.
Can you get from Rome to Lyon without flying?
Yes. A ground route by train takes about 8h 27m.
What is the cheapest way to get from Rome 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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