Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Lyon. The journey takes about 4 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just $24, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.
According to 13 reviews, BlaBlaCar Bus received a 3.3-star rating for this journey. Travelers were especially satisfied with the temperature and the departure location, but some complained about the wifi. BlaBlaCar Bus ticket prices on this trip start at $25
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Nice to Lyon by bus
How far is Nice from Lyon?
The distance between the two cities is 185 miles (298 km).
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Nice to Lyon?
Most of the buses traveling from Nice to Lyon leave from Gare Routière Nice Côte d'Azur and arrive at Perrache. These are the main departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can also find other options that could better fit your plans.
What are the best sights and things to do in Lyon?
Once in Lyon, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Musée d’Art Contemporain, Basilique Notre Dame de Fourviere, Boat Trips, Musée des Tissus and Parc de la Tête d'Or.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
Best price found
11/16
$48
11/17
$35
Today
$26
11/19
$29
11/20
$27
11/21
$26
11/22
$22
11/23
$23
The cheapest trip from Nice to Lyon was searched and found on Nov 22, 2025 with a price of $22
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Nice to Lyon, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $22 to $90 for a bus ticket from Nice to Lyon based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $22 which is on 2025-11-22.
Usually FlixBus will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
What's the cheapest way to go from Nice to Lyon?
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
The cheapest trip from Nice to Lyon was searched and found on Nov 22, 2025 with a price of $22
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
