Lyon to Nice

Lyon to Nice

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Lyon to Nice Schedule

Lyon to Nice Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
FlixBus Economy 00:30 - 10:35€ 40.98
FlixBus Economy 02:30 - 09:45€ 44.99
FlixBus Economy 05:15 - 12:30€ 20.98
FlixBus Economy 07:40 - 14:35€ 34.99
Vueling Economy 09:25 - 16:45€ 136.17
EasyJet Economy 11:05 - 10:20€ 88.74
EasyJet Economy 13:50 - 10:20€ 83.64
Wizz Air Economy 15:15 - 12:10€ 71.40
Vueling Economy 16:55 - 08:40€ 109.14
Vueling Economy 18:25 - 08:30€ 137.70
Air France Economy #AF170020:45 - 21:40€ 227.46
FlixBus Economy 23:59 - 16:05€ 97.98

Transportation from Lyon to Nice

Facts about the transport from Lyon to Nice

Cheapest Transport$20
Fastest Transport55m
Earliest Departure12:25 AM
Latest Departure9:00 PM
Departures per day24
Distance470 kilometers
Transport CompaniesAir France, Blablacar Bus, Daytrip, EasyJet, Vueling

How to get from Lyon to Nice

Travelling between Lyon and Nice is possible by Flight, bus, train and taxi. Flight guarantees the fastest travel on this route. Flight is the slowest option.

The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 1,196.44 if you go by taxi; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a bus which will set you back mere USD 18.90.

How long does it take to get from Lyon to Nice?

It can take you anywhere between 1 and 18 hours to travel between Lyon and Nice depending on the means of transport you choose.

Flight is the fastest way to travel between Lyon and Nice. Flight will bring you to your destination in 55m. Flight does a much slower job and take about 17h 25m to reach Nice.

How much does it cost to get from Lyon to Nice?

Travelling between Lyon and Nice can be as cheap as USD 18.90 if you opt for a Blablacar Bus bus and as expensive as USD 1,196.44 if you buy a Daytrip taxi ticket.

Here is the list of how much you can expect to pay travelling by each means of transport available for this route.

How many trips per day are there between Lyon and Nice ?

  • 6 from Lyon to Nice starting from 08:25 Lyon Airport until 21:00 Lyon Airport
  • 2 from Lyon to Nice starting from 00:25 Lyon Perrache until 07:10 Lyon Perrache
  • 16 from Lyon to Nice starting from 00:00 Lyon Hotel Transfer until 00:00 Lyon Hotel Transfer

Check above for a bus, train, flight and ferry timetable from Lyon to Nice.

What mode of transportation is the best one for my route?

Flights

Flying is the fastest and often the most expensive way to travel from Lyon to Nice, but with a bit of luck you can score very good deals for as little as USD 79.14.

Things to remember: Note that some of the airlines may have restrictions on checked luggage weight or require paying extra for check-in, choosing seats or transportation of oversized luggage.

If opting for a flight, calculate the time you will spend getting to and from the airports as well as the waiting time before your flight, getting through immigration in case of an international flight and recovering your checked luggage.

In certain cases all these procedures can add no less than 5 hours to your total travel time.

Airlines flying between Lyon and Nice

Air France, EasyJet, Vueling

Bus

Travelling from Lyon to Nice overland will inevitably take longer but in many cases it is the cheapest option if you opt for a bus.

Things to remember: For a more comfortable ride opt for a higher-class bus wherever possible. These buses usually have soft reclining seats and are equipped with air-conditioning and on-board toilets.

They often include water, snacks or a light lunch into your ticket price and make bathroom stops en-route.

Companies operating bus routes between Lyon and Nice

Blablacar Bus

Taxi

Some travellers consider taxi to be the most convenient form of overland transport thanks to flexible departure times, a possibility to choose the size of the car you need, and a hassle-free door-to-door service.

Things to remember: If you are planning to make detours during your trip, discuss it with your driver or service provider in advance as it may affect the price.

Companies offering charters between Lyon and Nice

Daytrip

Train

Train is a often a great choice for long-haul travel especially if you opt for a night sleeper train with berths which will allow you to sleep all your journey through. To make the most of your train journey, choose the class of your ticket wisely.

Note that there are air-conditioned and fan-only carriages; private compartments for 2 or 4; hard and soft seats.
Though the upper class you get the smoother is your journey, often second class air-conditioned or fan-only sleepers are a good money saving alternative.

What is the most popular transport to get from Lyon to Nice?

There is a choice of transportation means any time of the day with Bus remaining the most popular option due to their reasonable pricing and comfort.

Out of 1000 travellers who bought tickets for this route

  • 100% opted for a bus