THE SHORT VERSION
Lyon to Rome at a glance.
- From
- Lyon
- To
- Rome Roma
- Road distance
- About 992 km
- Straight line
- 749 km
- Car time, no stops
- ~10 h 45 min buses take longer
- Return route
- Rome to Lyon →
- Border
- France → Italy. Schengen: carry ID
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THE DETAILS THAT MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Right place. Right bus. Better start.
Leaving Lyon
Lyon is a major crossroads for coaches between Paris, the Alps, the Mediterranean, Switzerland and Italy. Most long-distance buses stop at the Perrache bus station.
- Lyon Perrache bus station · Gare routière de Perrache
Next to Perrache railway station. FlixBus and other long-distance services.
Arriving in Rome
Tiburtina is on metro line B, a few stops from Termini.
- Roma Tiburtina coach terminal
Next to Tiburtina railway station (metro line B). FlixBus and most long-distance coaches. - Termini and airport stops
Airport shuttles and some services use Termini station and the airports.
Keep the essentials offline
Save your ticket, the exact meeting point and the operator's phone number before you set off. Follow the check-in time on your confirmation.
- Allow time for Rome traffic when connecting with flights.
KEEP GOING
From Rome, the road continues.
Other ways to reach Rome
More buses from Lyon
GOOD QUESTIONS
Before you take your seat.
How far is Lyon from Rome by road?+
About 992 km by road (749 km in a straight line). Distance is an OpenStreetMap routing estimate, not an operator figure.
How long does the bus from Lyon to Rome take?+
We don't publish timetables. As a guide, the drive takes roughly 10 h 45 min by car without stops; bus journeys are usually longer. Check the duration of your chosen departure on 12Go before booking.
Where does the bus leave from in Lyon?+
It depends on the operator. Main options in Lyon include Lyon Perrache bus station, and many tourist companies collect from offices or hotels. Your ticket shows the exact boarding point.
Is there a bus back from Rome to Lyon?+
Yes, 12Go also lists services in the opposite direction. See our Rome to Lyon guide.
Where does the bus from Lyon arrive in Rome?+
It depends on the operator. In Rome, services use Roma Tiburtina coach terminal, Termini and airport stops. Tiburtina is on metro line B, a few stops from Termini.
How do I get from the bus stop to the centre of Rome?+
Tiburtina is on metro line B, a few stops from Termini.
What kind of bus runs from Lyon to Rome?+
It varies by operator and departure. Routes in this region are served by a mix of sleeper buses, seated coaches and smaller limousine vans. Check the vehicle type, seat layout and luggage allowance for your departure on 12Go before you book.
Can I book the Lyon to Rome bus online?+
Yes. 12Go lists departures on this route. You choose a date, compare operators and pay online, and the provider issues the ticket. BusConnects doesn't sell tickets itself.
Where can I go next from Rome by bus?+
Direct buses from Rome include Naples, Florence, Venice, Milan, Nice and more. See all connections on our Rome bus page.
Do I need my passport on the bus from Lyon to Rome?+
France and Italy are both in the Schengen area, so there are usually no routine border checks. Carry your passport or national ID card anyway: spot checks happen and operators may ask for ID.
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Route listed in 12Go's public route index (checked 2026-10-09). Station information reviewed 2026-10-09. Distance: OpenStreetMap data via OSRM (approximate driving distance). Listings change and are not live inventory. Confirm the departure, pickup, price and conditions before paying.
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