Bus from Lyon to Florence: Tickets & Timetables

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Next departures from Lyon to Florence on 17 February
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
ItabusBus
Lyon Avenue Tony Garnier
Terminal Bus Villa ConstanzaCheapest
FlixbusBus
Lyon (Gerland)
Florence (Villa Costanza)Fastest
BlaBlaCar BusBus
Lyon (Gerland)
Florence, Villa Costanza A1No tags
FlixbusBus
Lyon (Gerland)
Florence (Villa Costanza)No tags
ItabusBus
Lyon Avenue Tony Garnier
Terminal Bus Villa ConstanzaNo tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Lyon to Florence

We recommend taking the bus

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 R 390, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6bus per day
12h 5mAverage duration
529 kmDistance
13kgCO₂ emissions
Average priceR 390 - R 2 325Average duration12h 5m
13kg CO₂e
Average priceR 5 082 - R 5 082Average duration7h 30m
13kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average priceR 892 - R 1 172Average duration7h 50m
23kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Lyon to Florence by bus

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Lyon to Florence?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Lyon to Florence start at R 390. The average price for this route is around R 953. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. 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 529 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 9h 46m and is operated by BlaBlaCar Bus.

  3. Which bus companies service the Lyon to Florence route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 6 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Itabus, BlaBlaCar Bus, RegioJet.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Lyon to Florence?

    The earliest bus departs from Lyon to Florence at 01:15. And the latest bus departs at 23:59.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Lyon to Florence?

    A bus trip from Lyon to Florence produces an estimated 13 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

  6. What 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 1069 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Lyon to Florence?

    Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company RegioJet has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.8.

  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.

  9. 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.

Best price found
14/02
R 937
15/02
R 1 154
Today
R 797
17/02
R 797
18/02
R 936
19/02
R 578
20/02
R 717
21/02
R 578
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Lyon to Florence was searched and found on 21 Feb 2026 with a price of R 578

To 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 R 578 to R 2 391 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 R 578, which is on 2026-02-21.

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