Skip to contentTrainline homepage
Business

No tickets in your basket.

Why not plan a trip?

My Bookings
Loading...
Loading...

Trains from Lyon to Rome

Booking.com

ExternalLinkExternalLink

Open Booking.com in a new tab with places to stay on your trip

SNCF
Trenitalia

Compare prices from over 270 rail and coach companies in Europe

Icon of trainline-phone-tickets.svg

Buy your tickets with us and easily find them on your phone

Icon of trainline-safe-payments.svg

Safely pay with PayPal, Visa and all international payment cards

Looking for the cheapest date to travel?

Within 7 days

Outbound from

Within 1 month

Outbound from

Within 3 months

Outbound from
Low prices found by our customers
Mon
Tue
Wed
Thu
Fri
Sat
Sun
25262728Today30 ago311 set23456789101112131415161718192021
Each fare is the lowest adult economy ticket fare found by our customers on Trainline. Fares booked further in advance than the dates displayed may be cheaper. Prices are updated daily, subject to change and indicative of price last update. Limited availability. Discount cards and coach journeys excluded, prices exclusive of booking fee.

What customers say about Trainline

Read real reviews from real users

Trustpilot
  1. Home
  2. Train times
  3. Lyon to Rome

About the train journey from Lyon to Rome

Want to travel from Lyon to Rome by train? Start your journey with us.

The train from Lyon to Rome usually takes 15 hours 7 minutes on average to travel 465 miles (749 km), although the quickest services can take as little as 8 hours 10 minutes. You can expect to find 15 trains per day running on this popular route. As there aren’t any direct services running between Lyon and Rome, you’ll need to make 1 change on your way to Rome.

To help you get the best train deals, we'll highlight the cheapest train ticket prices from Lyon to Rome in our Journey Planner. Just remember, the sooner you book your tickets, the more you'll save, as advance tickets start from £53.59.

Keep reading for more information about the train journey to Rome, including FAQs, timetables with first and last train times and tips on booking cheap train tickets. If you’re ready to book, just start a search for tickets with us today.

Trains to Rome from Lyon

It takes an average of 15h 7m to travel from Lyon to Rome by train, over a distance of around 465 miles (749 km). There are normally 15 trains per day travelling from Lyon to Rome and tickets for this journey start from £53.59 when you book in advance.

First train

09:30

Last train

23:20

Departure stationLyon
Arrival stationRome
Journey time

From 8h 10m

Distance

465 miles (749 km)

Frequency

15 trains per day

Changes

1 change

Price

From £53.59

Train and bus operators

Itabus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Flixbus

What do people frequently ask about the train journey from Lyon to Rome?

Want to know more about your journey from Lyon to Rome? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How do you get to Rome from Lyon?

To travel to Rome from Lyon, you can take the train - on average, the journey takes around 15 hours and 7 minutes, though the fastest trains can take 8 hours and 10 minutes. Alternatively, you can also take the bus from Lyon to Rome. Use our Journey Planner to get more information.

How long is the train ride from Lyon to Rome?

Trains from Lyon to Rome take an average of 15 hours and 7 minutes, although on the fastest services it can take just 8 hours and 10 minutes. You'll usually find 15 trains per day on this route, so use our Journey Planner to check specific dates as times may vary.

How much does it cost to get from Lyon to Rome by train?

Train tickets from Lyon to Rome can start from £53.59 when booked in advance, but they’re usually more expensive if bought on the day of travel. Prices may also vary depending on the time of day, route, and class you choose.

What is the quickest journey time between Lyon and Rome by train?

The quickest journey time between Lyon and Rome by train is 8 hours and 10 minutes.

What are the train times from Lyon to Rome?

Check out the next trains departing from Lyon to Rome for Tuesday 2nd September 2025. For the full train timetable/schedule, or to search for a later time or date, click here.
DepartsArrivesDuration
09:3821:3912h 1m, 4 changes
09:3822:2512h 47m, 3 changes
10:3822:2511h 47m, 4 changes
10:4004:4318h 3m, 4 changes
14:4905:2514h 36m, 2 changes
16:2007:4015h 20m, 1 change
17:3809:1115h 33m, 5 changes
17:5611:3917h 43m, 6 changes
18:1613:1018h 54m, 5 changes
19:3813:1017h 32m, 6 changes

How do I find cheap train tickets from Lyon to Rome?

The price of train tickets from Lyon to Rome starts at £53.59 one-way for a Standard Class ticket if you book in advance. Booking on the day is usually more expensive and costs can vary depending on the time of day, route or class.

1. Book in advance

Most of the train companies across Europe release their tickets around three to six months in advance, many of which can be cheaper the earlier you book. If you know the dates you want to travel, you may be able to find some cheaper train tickets from Lyon to Rome by booking early.§

2. Be flexible with your travel times

Many of the train services in Europe are also popular commuter services, lots of train companies increase ticket prices during “peak hours” (generally between 06:00 – 10:00 and 15:00 – 19:00 on weekdays). If you can, consider travelling outside of peak hours to find lower priced tickets.

3. Choose a slower or connecting train

On some of the busier routes, you might also have the option to take a slower or connecting train. It may take a little longer than some high-speed or direct services, but if you have a little extra time on your hands, you might find a cheaper fare. Plus, you'll have more time to enjoy the view of the countryside!

4. Look out for special deals

Take a look at our handy guides to find out when train operators release their special deals and offers to see if you can find cheap European train tickets for your journey.

For specific information about how to get your hands on cheap tickets, check out our European train tickets hub.

§Some train companies may not offer any Advance ticket types or cheaper deals for early bookings. On rare occasions, train companies may choose to release special offers closer to the date on last-minute or late-release tickets. This is dependent on the individual train operating company you travel with.

Europe’s leading train and coach app

We help customers across Europe make more than 172,000 smarter journeys every day.

Get a link