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What is the best way to travel from Lyon to Nice?

Looking for a trip? Check and compare all the available Carpool, Trains and Buses to Nice from Lyon. Look at different modes of transportation, search for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 3 available companies to find your perfect trip!
Bus is the cheapest, while Train is the fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Bus
6h 30m
£18
£31
4
Train
4h 35m
£33
£64
9
Car
4h 40m
£34
£46
2

What is the cheapest way to reach Nice from Lyon?

You can reach Nice with just £18 by taking a Bus from FlixBus, but there are many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for you for the next few days here.

Friday
from £28
Saturday
from £33
Sunday
from £28
Monday
from £21
Tuesday
from £18
Wednesday
from £18
Thursday
from £21

    Cheapest Buses Friday

  • FlixBus
    7h 0m
    0
    02:35
    Lyon
    Lyon Avenue Tony Garnier Coach Stop
    09:35
    Nice
    Vauban Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £28
  • FlixBus
    6h 30m
    0
    02:00
    Lyon
    Lyon Avenue Tony Garnier Coach Stop
    08:30
    Nice
    Vauban Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £37
  • FlixBus
    7h 15m
    0
    23:50
    Lyon
    Lyon Avenue Tony Garnier Coach Stop
    07:05
    Nice
    Vauban Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £42

    • Cheapest Carpool Friday

  • BlaBlaCar
    4h 51m
    0
    09:00
    Lyon
    13:30
    Nice
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from £34

    Cheapest Buses Saturday

  • FlixBus
    7h 15m
    0
    23:50
    Lyon
    Lyon Avenue Tony Garnier Coach Stop
    07:05
    Nice
    Vauban Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £33
  • FlixBus
    6h 30m
    0
    02:00
    Lyon
    Lyon Avenue Tony Garnier Coach Stop
    08:30
    Nice
    Vauban Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £35
  • FlixBus
    7h 0m
    0
    02:35
    Lyon
    Lyon Avenue Tony Garnier Coach Stop
    09:35
    Nice
    Vauban Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £35
  • FlixBus
    8h 5m
    0
    05:15
    Lyon
    Lyon Avenue Tony Garnier Coach Stop
    13:20
    Nice
    Vauban Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £48

    • Cheapest Carpool Saturday

  • BlaBlaCar
    4h 40m
    0
    12:00
    Lyons St. Exupery Airport
    16:40
    Nice
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from £39

    Cheapest Buses Sunday

  • FlixBus
    7h 15m
    0
    23:50
    Lyon
    Lyon Avenue Tony Garnier Coach Stop
    07:05
    Nice
    Vauban Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £28
  • FlixBus
    6h 30m
    0
    02:00
    Lyon
    Lyon Avenue Tony Garnier Coach Stop
    08:30
    Nice
    Vauban Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £32
  • FlixBus
    7h 0m
    0
    02:35
    Lyon
    Lyon Avenue Tony Garnier Coach Stop
    09:35
    Nice
    Vauban Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £32
  • FlixBus
    8h 5m
    0
    05:15
    Lyon
    Lyon Avenue Tony Garnier Coach Stop
    13:20
    Nice
    Vauban Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £56

    Cheapest Buses Monday

  • FlixBus
    7h 15m
    0
    23:50
    Lyon
    Lyon Avenue Tony Garnier Coach Stop
    07:05
    Nice
    Vauban Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £21
  • FlixBus
    6h 30m
    0
    02:00
    Lyon
    Lyon Avenue Tony Garnier Coach Stop
    08:30
    Nice
    Vauban Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £27
  • FlixBus
    7h 0m
    0
    02:35
    Lyon
    Lyon Avenue Tony Garnier Coach Stop
    09:35
    Nice
    Vauban Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £27

    • Cheapest Carpool Monday

  • BlaBlaCar
    5h 30m
    0
    09:20
    Lyon
    14:50
    Nice
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from £37
  • BlaBlaCar
    5h 13m
    0
    10:00
    Lyon
    14:50
    Nice
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from £44

    Cheapest Buses Tuesday

  • FlixBus
    7h 0m
    0
    02:35
    Lyon
    Lyon Avenue Tony Garnier Coach Stop
    09:35
    Nice
    Vauban Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £18
  • FlixBus
    7h 15m
    0
    23:50
    Lyon
    Lyon Avenue Tony Garnier Coach Stop
    07:05
    Nice
    Vauban Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £23

    • Cheapest Carpool Tuesday

  • BlaBlaCar
    4h 58m
    0
    00:20
    Lyons St. Exupery Airport
    05:20
    Nice
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from £56
  • BlaBlaCar
    5h 20m
    0
    03:50
    Lyons St. Exupery Airport
    09:10
    Nice
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from £56

    Cheapest Buses Wednesday

  • FlixBus
    7h 0m
    0
    02:35
    Lyon
    Lyon Avenue Tony Garnier Coach Stop
    09:35
    Nice
    Vauban Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £18

    • Cheapest Trains Wednesday

  • TGV Lyria
    4h 58m
    0
    08:06
    Lyon
    Part-Dieu Train Station
    13:04
    Nice
    Central Station
    0
    TGV Lyria
    Economy
    from £33
  • TGV Lyria
    5h 24m
    0
    09:06
    Lyon
    Part-Dieu Train Station
    14:30
    Nice
    Saint-Augustin Train Station
    0
    TGV Lyria
    Economy
    from £62
  • TGV Lyria
    5h 2m
    0
    06:28
    Lyon
    Part-Dieu Train Station
    11:30
    Nice
    Saint-Augustin Train Station
    0
    TGV Lyria
    Economy
    from £65
  • TGV Lyria
    4h 50m
    0
    11:40
    Lyon
    Part-Dieu Train Station
    16:30
    Nice
    Saint-Augustin Train Station
    0
    TGV Lyria
    Economy
    from £73

    • Cheapest Carpool Wednesday

  • BlaBlaCar
    5h 14m
    0
    18:20
    Lyon
    23:30
    Nice
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from £34
  • BlaBlaCar
    4h 58m
    0
    00:20
    Lyons St. Exupery Airport
    05:20
    Nice
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from £56

    Cheapest Buses Thursday

  • FlixBus
    7h 0m
    0
    02:35
    Lyon
    Lyon Avenue Tony Garnier Coach Stop
    09:35
    Nice
    Vauban Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £21
  • FlixBus
    7h 15m
    0
    23:50
    Lyon
    Lyon Avenue Tony Garnier Coach Stop
    07:05
    Nice
    Vauban Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £22
  • FlixBus
    6h 30m
    0
    02:00
    Lyon
    Lyon Avenue Tony Garnier Coach Stop
    08:30
    Nice
    Vauban Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £30

    • Cheapest Trains Thursday

  • TGV Lyria
    4h 58m
    0
    08:06
    Lyon
    Part-Dieu Train Station
    13:04
    Nice
    Central Station
    0
    TGV Lyria
    Economy
    from £47
  • TGV Lyria
    5h 2m
    0
    06:28
    Lyon
    Part-Dieu Train Station
    11:30
    Nice
    Saint-Augustin Train Station
    0
    TGV Lyria
    Economy
    from £68
  • TGV Lyria
    5h 24m
    0
    09:06
    Lyon
    Part-Dieu Train Station
    14:30
    Nice
    Saint-Augustin Train Station
    0
    TGV Lyria
    Economy
    from £73
  • TGV Lyria
    4h 50m
    0
    11:40
    Lyon
    Part-Dieu Train Station
    16:30
    Nice
    Saint-Augustin Train Station
    0
    TGV Lyria
    Economy
    from £73

    • Cheapest Carpool Thursday

  • BlaBlaCar
    4h 58m
    0
    00:20
    Lyons St. Exupery Airport
    05:20
    Nice
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from £56

What are the fastest trips from Lyon to Nice?

You can get to Nice from Lyon in just 4h 35m with a Train from TGV Lyria. But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.

Friday
from 4h 51m
Saturday
from 4h 40m
Sunday
from 6h 30m
Monday
from 5h 13m
Tuesday
from 4h 58m
Wednesday
from 4h 35m
Thursday
from 4h 35m

    Fastest Carpool Friday

  • BlaBlaCar
    4h 51m
    0
    09:00
    Lyon
    13:30
    Nice
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from £34

    • Fastest Buses Friday

  • FlixBus
    6h 30m
    0
    02:00
    Lyon
    Lyon Avenue Tony Garnier Coach Stop
    08:30
    Nice
    Vauban Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £37
  • FlixBus
    7h 0m
    0
    02:35
    Lyon
    Lyon Avenue Tony Garnier Coach Stop
    09:35
    Nice
    Vauban Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £28
  • FlixBus
    7h 15m
    0
    23:50
    Lyon
    Lyon Avenue Tony Garnier Coach Stop
    07:05
    Nice
    Vauban Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £42

    Fastest Carpool Saturday

  • BlaBlaCar
    4h 40m
    0
    12:00
    Lyons St. Exupery Airport
    16:40
    Nice
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from £39

    • Fastest Buses Saturday

  • FlixBus
    6h 30m
    0
    02:00
    Lyon
    Lyon Avenue Tony Garnier Coach Stop
    08:30
    Nice
    Vauban Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £35
  • FlixBus
    7h 0m
    0
    02:35
    Lyon
    Lyon Avenue Tony Garnier Coach Stop
    09:35
    Nice
    Vauban Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £35
  • FlixBus
    7h 15m
    0
    23:50
    Lyon
    Lyon Avenue Tony Garnier Coach Stop
    07:05
    Nice
    Vauban Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £33
  • FlixBus
    8h 5m
    0
    05:15
    Lyon
    Lyon Avenue Tony Garnier Coach Stop
    13:20
    Nice
    Vauban Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £48

    Fastest Buses Sunday

  • FlixBus
    6h 30m
    0
    02:00
    Lyon
    Lyon Avenue Tony Garnier Coach Stop
    08:30
    Nice
    Vauban Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £32
  • FlixBus
    7h 0m
    0
    02:35
    Lyon
    Lyon Avenue Tony Garnier Coach Stop
    09:35
    Nice
    Vauban Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £32
  • FlixBus
    7h 15m
    0
    23:50
    Lyon
    Lyon Avenue Tony Garnier Coach Stop
    07:05
    Nice
    Vauban Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £28
  • FlixBus
    8h 5m
    0
    05:15
    Lyon
    Lyon Avenue Tony Garnier Coach Stop
    13:20
    Nice
    Vauban Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £56

    Fastest Carpool Monday

  • BlaBlaCar
    5h 13m
    0
    10:00
    Lyon
    14:50
    Nice
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from £44
  • BlaBlaCar
    5h 30m
    0
    09:20
    Lyon
    14:50
    Nice
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from £37

    • Fastest Buses Monday

  • FlixBus
    6h 30m
    0
    02:00
    Lyon
    Lyon Avenue Tony Garnier Coach Stop
    08:30
    Nice
    Vauban Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £27
  • FlixBus
    7h 0m
    0
    02:35
    Lyon
    Lyon Avenue Tony Garnier Coach Stop
    09:35
    Nice
    Vauban Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £27
  • FlixBus
    7h 15m
    0
    23:50
    Lyon
    Lyon Avenue Tony Garnier Coach Stop
    07:05
    Nice
    Vauban Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £21

    Fastest Carpool Tuesday

  • BlaBlaCar
    4h 58m
    0
    00:20
    Lyons St. Exupery Airport
    05:20
    Nice
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from £56
  • BlaBlaCar
    5h 20m
    0
    03:50
    Lyons St. Exupery Airport
    09:10
    Nice
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from £56

    • Fastest Buses Tuesday

  • FlixBus
    7h 0m
    0
    02:35
    Lyon
    Lyon Avenue Tony Garnier Coach Stop
    09:35
    Nice
    Vauban Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £18
  • FlixBus
    7h 15m
    0
    23:50
    Lyon
    Lyon Avenue Tony Garnier Coach Stop
    07:05
    Nice
    Vauban Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £23

    Fastest Trains Wednesday

  • TGV Lyria
    4h 35m
    0
    13:55
    Lyon
    Part-Dieu Train Station
    18:30
    Nice
    Saint-Augustin Train Station
    0
    TGV Lyria
    Economy
    from £73
  • TGV Lyria
    4h 50m
    0
    11:40
    Lyon
    Part-Dieu Train Station
    16:30
    Nice
    Saint-Augustin Train Station
    0
    TGV Lyria
    Economy
    from £73
  • TGV Lyria
    4h 58m
    0
    08:06
    Lyon
    Part-Dieu Train Station
    13:04
    Nice
    Central Station
    0
    TGV Lyria
    Economy
    from £33
  • TGV Lyria
    5h 2m
    0
    06:28
    Lyon
    Part-Dieu Train Station
    11:30
    Nice
    Saint-Augustin Train Station
    0
    TGV Lyria
    Economy
    from £65

    • Fastest Carpool Wednesday

  • BlaBlaCar
    4h 58m
    0
    00:20
    Lyons St. Exupery Airport
    05:20
    Nice
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from £56
  • BlaBlaCar
    5h 14m
    0
    18:20
    Lyon
    23:30
    Nice
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from £34

    • Fastest Buses Wednesday

  • FlixBus
    7h 0m
    0
    02:35
    Lyon
    Lyon Avenue Tony Garnier Coach Stop
    09:35
    Nice
    Vauban Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £18

    Fastest Trains Thursday

  • TGV Lyria
    4h 35m
    0
    13:55
    Lyon
    Part-Dieu Train Station
    18:30
    Nice
    Saint-Augustin Train Station
    0
    TGV Lyria
    Economy
    from £73
  • TGV Lyria
    4h 50m
    0
    11:40
    Lyon
    Part-Dieu Train Station
    16:30
    Nice
    Saint-Augustin Train Station
    0
    TGV Lyria
    Economy
    from £73
  • TGV Lyria
    4h 58m
    0
    08:06
    Lyon
    Part-Dieu Train Station
    13:04
    Nice
    Central Station
    0
    TGV Lyria
    Economy
    from £47
  • TGV Lyria
    5h 2m
    0
    06:28
    Lyon
    Part-Dieu Train Station
    11:30
    Nice
    Saint-Augustin Train Station
    0
    TGV Lyria
    Economy
    from £68

    • Fastest Carpool Thursday

  • BlaBlaCar
    4h 58m
    0
    00:20
    Lyons St. Exupery Airport
    05:20
    Nice
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from £56

    • Fastest Buses Thursday

  • FlixBus
    6h 30m
    0
    02:00
    Lyon
    Lyon Avenue Tony Garnier Coach Stop
    08:30
    Nice
    Vauban Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £30
  • FlixBus
    7h 0m
    0
    02:35
    Lyon
    Lyon Avenue Tony Garnier Coach Stop
    09:35
    Nice
    Vauban Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £21
  • FlixBus
    7h 15m
    0
    23:50
    Lyon
    Lyon Avenue Tony Garnier Coach Stop
    07:05
    Nice
    Vauban Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £22
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Lyon to Nice

What are the most popular stations in Lyon and Nice?

In Lyon, you will usually depart from Part-Dieu Train Station, Perrache Train Station or Perrache Bus Stop, while in Nice you will be arriving at Thiers Bus Stop, Grand Arénas Bus Stop or Central Station, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.

How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience

Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Nice from Lyon? With 5 connections between 3 Train, Carpool and Bus operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.

Look for the lowest price

Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Lyon and Nice, you can pay as low as £18 with a Bus from FlixBus.

Travel duration

Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Train from TGV Lyria: you will get to Nice in just 4h 35m.

Comfort makes all the difference

You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Lyon and Nice are FlixBus, TGV Lyria and BlaBlaCar, but be sure to check what they have to offer!

Save money with deals, and always compare

One last tip? Even if you live in Lyon and Nice is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Caluire-et-Cuire or to Villefranche-sur-Mer, and look at flights from Lyons St. Exupery Airport, and landing at Nice Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!

Which companies offer a trip from Lyon to Nice?

The most popular companies between Lyon and Nice, are FlixBus, TGV Lyria and BlaBlaCar. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Bus companies: FlixBus

Train companies: TGV Lyria

All you need to know when you travel from Lyon to Nice

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Lyon to Nice. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.

FAQs about the trip from Lyon to Nice

How can I reach Nice from Lyon?

Every day, there are on average 5 connections between Train, Carpool and Bus, with which you can get to Nice from Lyon.

How far is Nice from Lyon?

The distance between Lyon and Nice is 298.1 km.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Lyon and Nice?

Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance. On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 8 kgs of CO2, a train 10 kgs, a car 51 kgs, and a flight 73 kgs.

What is the cheapest mode of transport from Lyon to Nice?

You can get to Nice with just £18 by taking a Bus from FlixBus.

What is the fastest way to get from Lyon to Nice?

While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Nice in just 4h 35m with a Train from TGV Lyria.

More routes to Lyon and to Nice

Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Lyon and to Nice. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!
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