Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Lyon - Gerland Bus Station | Florence, Villa Costanza A1 | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Bus | Lyon - Gerland Bus Station | Florence, Villa Costanza A1 | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Lyon Avenue Tony Garnier | Terminal Bus Villa Constanza | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Lyon Avenue Tony Garnier | Terminal Bus Villa Constanza | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Lyon Avenue Tony Garnier | Terminal Bus Villa Constanza | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Lyon to Florence
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Florence. The journey takes about 12 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just ZAR 337, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Lyon and Florence?
Stops in Lyon
- BRue de Esplanade, 69002 Lyon, France
- C
Lyon
8 Rue de la Paix, 69700 Givors, France - D
Quai de Saoune
4 Cours de Verdun Rambaud, 69002 Lyon, France - E
Villeurbanne INSA
20 Avenue Albert Einstein, 69100 Villeurbanne, France - FLes Charrières, 69570 Dardilly, France
Stops in Florence
- A
Florence - Piazzale Montelungo
50129 Centro Storico FI, Italy - BA1 - Autostrada del Sole, 50018 Scandicci FI, Italy
- DVia della Costituzione, 185, 50018 Scandicci FI, Italy
- EPiazza della Stazione 45, 50123 Firenze, Italy
- FVia Cassia, 49B, 50023 Impruneta FI, Italy
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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Lyon to Florence
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much is the bus ticket from Lyon to Florence?
The cheapest coach tickets from Lyon to Florence start from ZAR 337. The average price for this route is around ZAR 1,216. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Lyon to Florence?
The average bus journey time from Lyon to Florence is 12h 5m, covering a distance of 542 km. The fastest bus can take you there in 10h 5m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Lyon to Florence route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 7 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Itabus, RegioJet.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Lyon to Florence?
The earliest bus departs from Lyon to Florence at 00:05. And the latest bus departs at 23:59.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Lyon to Florence?
A bus journey from Lyon to Florence produces an estimated 13.525450000000001 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which is the best bus company from Lyon to Florence?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is RegioJet, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 1074 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Lyon to Florence?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company RegioJet has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.8.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Lyon to Florence?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Lyon to Florence?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is RegioJet, with a cleanliness rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Lyon to Florence was searched and found on 6 May 2026 with a price of ZAR 494To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Lyon to Florence as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from ZAR 494 to ZAR 2,170 for a bus ticket from Lyon to Florence based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at ZAR 494, which is on 2026-05-06.
Usually Itabus, 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.
