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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Bus | Lyon - Perrache Bus Station | Florence, Villa Costanza A1 | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Perrache | Florence (Villa Costanza) | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Perrache | Florence (Villa Costanza) | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Lyon Lyon Perrache Bus Station | Terminal Bus Villa Constanza | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Perrache | Florence (Villa Costanza) | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to travel from Lyon to Florence
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Florence. The journey takes about 7 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just R 919, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Lyon and Florence?
Stops in Lyon
- A
Lyon Airport
- 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 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.
How much is the bus ticket from Lyon to Florence?
The cheapest bus tickets from Lyon to Florence start at R 408. The average price for this route is around R 992. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting 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 548 km. The fastest bus gets 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 5 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 01:15. And the latest bus departs at 23:59.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Lyon to Florence?
A bus trip from Lyon to Florence produces an estimated 14 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
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 1062 reviews.
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.
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 RegioJet, 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 04 Jan 2026 with a price of R 718To 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 718 to R 2 664 for a bus ticket from Lyon to Florence based on the last 0 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 718, which is on 2026-01-04.
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.
