Facts about the transport from Nice to Lyon
| Cheapest Transport | $20 |
| Fastest Transport | 1h |
| Earliest Departure | 6:40 AM |
| Latest Departure | 6:30 PM |
| Departures per day | 2 |
| Distance | 388 kilometers |
| Transport Companies | Air France, Blablacar Bus, TER, TGV |
Nice to Lyon
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Nice to Lyon Schedule
| Type | Operator | Class | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Price | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Taxi | Daytrip private transfer with English speaking driver | Minivan 7pax | Any time | +4h 42m | $1,174.33 | |
Bus | Blablacar Bus | Standard AC | 04:10 | 11:50 | $30.80 | |
Flight | Air France | Economy | 06:00 | 09:30 | $305.65 | |
Flight | Air France | Economy | 06:25 | 07:20 | $223.25 | |
Flight | Air France | Economy | 06:45 | 14:10 | $604.36 | |
Flight | Air France | Economy | 07:10 | 14:10 | $604.60 | |
Train | TER | Standard Premier | 07:33 | 12:10 | $100.76 | |
Train | TGV | Standard | 07:59 | 13:53 | $128.79 | |
Train | TER | Standard Premier | 08:31 | 13:53 | $87.20 | |
Flight | Eurowings | Economy | 08:55 | 15:10 | $133.25 | |
Flight | Air France | Economy | 09:15 | 20:25 | $607.25 | |
Flight | Nouvelair | Economy | 09:35 | 21:35 | $358.04 | |
Flight | Air France | Economy | 09:55 | 13:55 | $729.17 | |
Bus | Blablacar Bus | Standard AC | 10:15 | 18:00 | $67.13 | |
Train | TER | Standard Premier | 10:33 | 15:14 | $107.54 | |
Bus | Blablacar Bus | Standard AC | 10:50 | 20:00 | $28.05 | |
Flight | Air France | Economy | 11:10 | 22:05 | $491.43 | |
Train | TER | Standard Premier | 11:30 | 16:20 | $107.54 | |
Flight | Aer Lingus | Economy | 11:50 | 09:30 | $582.65 | |
Bus | FlixBus | Standard | 12:15 | 19:25 | $28.65 |
How to get from Nice to Lyon
Travelling between Nice and Lyon is possible by Flight, bus, train and taxi. Flight guarantees the fastest travel on this route. Bus is the slowest option.
The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 448.40 if you go by flight; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a flight which will set you back mere USD 393.81.
How long does it take to get from Nice to Lyon?
It can take you anywhere between 1 and 8 hours to travel between Nice and Lyon depending on the means of transport you choose.
Flight is the fastest way to travel between Nice and Lyon. Flight will bring you to your destination in 1h. Bus does a much slower job and take about 7h 45m to reach Lyon.
How much does it cost to get from Nice to Lyon?
Travelling between Nice and Lyon can be as cheap as USD 393.81 if you opt for a Air France flight and as expensive as USD 448.40 if you buy a Air France flight 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 Nice and Lyon ?
- 2 from Nice to Lyon starting from 06:40 Nice Airport until 14:35 Nice Airport
Check above for a bus, train, flight and ferry timetable from Nice to Lyon.
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 Nice to Lyon, but with a bit of luck you can score very good deals for as little as USD 393.96.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 Nice and Lyon
Air France
Bus
Travelling from Nice to Lyon 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 Nice and Lyon
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 Nice and Lyon
Daytrip private transfer with English speaking driver
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 Nice to Lyon?
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
- 50% opted for a bus
- 50% bought a taxi ride
Transportation from Nice to Lyon
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Trains$ 64.89
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Buses$ 19.70
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Flights$ 393.96
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Taxis$ 953.61
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Ferries are not available
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Vans are not available