How to get from Milan to Lyon
- 338 km as the crow flies
- Fastest: flight, 1h 08m
- 8 bus departures a day with FlixBus
Compare the train, bus and flight options. Then check them for your own date.
At a glance
Fastest
1h
direct
Flight
€455
Cheapest
6h 10m
direct
Bus
€25
Calculated by Routavio, refreshed 30 Sept 2026
Start with the whole journey.
We compared the ways to travel from Milan to Lyon. The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes 1h 08m, not counting the trip to and from the airports. The two cities are about 338 km apart in a straight line. The price and operators below come from a real route search.
The lowest we recorded in the last 14 days was €25, on Sun, Sep 20.
This fare comes from a search on September 30, 2026 and has not been refreshed since. Run a live search for today's price.
338 km
Which way suits you?
| Transport | Observed fare | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flight | €58Checked Sep 30 | 1h 08mFlight only | See Flight details |
| Bus | €24Omio catalogue, Oct 2 | 6h 10mdirect | See Bus details |
- Flight€58Checked Sep 301h 08m · Flight onlySee Flight details
- Bus€24Omio catalogue, Oct 26h 10m · directSee Bus details
These figures were observed on different days. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
Milan to Lyon: cheapest or fastest?
All from the same recent search. Pick a tab: the legs, the timing and the difference from the others all change with it.
- 1Milan Malpensa → Lyon Saint-Exupéryflight1h 08m
The best balance of price and time we found on this route.
The observed fares belong to earlier dates.
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The amounts on each day are fares seen earlier, not live offers. A day with no figure is one we have not priced, not one without a service.
All transport observations
Flight calendar
Flight prices by day, Milan to Lyon
The lowest fare we saw for each day over the next three months. Tap a day to search it live.
October 2026
€50November 2026
€44Departures from Milan to Lyon
FlixBus runs 8 scheduled departures a day, the first at 05:45 and the last at 22:30.
| Operator | Departures a day | First | Last |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBusbus | 8 | 05:45 | 22:30 |
| BlaBlaCar Busbus | 24 | — | — |
Departure times come from operator timetables and are local time at the origin. Where a row shows no times, the frequency is the operator's own and the timetable is not published to us. Times can change on holidays and at short notice; confirm with the operator before you travel.
Departure and arrival
Ticket prices on this route
What each way of travelling costs, as the operator publishes it. These describe the route rather than a date you pick, and they refresh once a day. Booking opens at our partner Omio.
Omio last refreshed these on Fri, Oct 2
Operators seen on these journeys
FlixBusMilan-Lyon Saint-ExupéryBook →
Twin JetMilan Malpensa-Lyon Saint-ExupérySee live options and dates →On this route you travel with FlixBus, Twin Jet; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
How the trip from Milan to Lyon works
Start with a flight from Milan to Lyon, about 1h 8m. In total it's roughly €58 over 1h 8m, direct, no transfers.
Milan to Lyon: common questions
How long does it take to get from Milan to Lyon?
The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes about 1h 08m. Getting to and from the airports is on top of that.
When is the first bus from Milan to Lyon?
The first bus with FlixBus leaves at 05:45 and the last at 22:30, according to the published timetable.
How many bus departures a day are there from Milan to Lyon?
8 a day with FlixBus, between 05:45 and 22:30.
How far is Lyon from Milan?
About 338 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Milan to Lyon cost?
Our latest search put the route we recommend at €58. Other options on this page can cost less, and the exact fare depends on your travel date.
Are there direct flights from Milan to Lyon?
Yes. The best option we found flies without a transfer and takes about 1h 08m.
How long is the flight from Milan to Lyon?
About 1h 08m, and that is the flight itself. Getting to and from the airports is on top of it.
What are the airport codes for Milan and Lyon?
Milan is MXP and Lyon is LYS, so this route is usually written MXP to LYS.
Which operators run Milan to Lyon?
On this route you travel with FlixBus, Twin Jet.
Can you get from Milan to Lyon without flying?
Yes. A ground route by bus takes about 6h 10m.
What is the cheapest way to get from Milan to Lyon?
Usually a flexible date, or leaving from a nearby airport. A live search puts every option for your dates side by side.
Can I book directly?
Yes. Routavio sends you straight to the operator or an independent third-party provider. We never add a booking fee. The final fare and availability are confirmed by that provider.
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Sources and method
Routes are calculated by Routavio's multimodal engine from operator timetables and flight data. Durations come from timetables, and prices are the most recent observation, not a guarantee.
Route calculated: 30 Sep 2026
Prices checked: 30 Sep 2026