Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Lyon to Florence on 30 July
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Price and booking link
	Train	09:34	Lyon-St Exupéry (TGV)	7h 30m	17:04	Santa Maria Novella

Compare 2 ways to travel from Lyon to Florence

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Florence. The journey takes about 12 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just £30, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

10bus per day

12h 5mAverage duration

336 milesDistance

14kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£30 - £191	Average duration12h 5m	CO₂ emissions 14kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£239 - £239	Average duration7h 30m	CO₂ emissions 13kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Lyon and Florence?

Lyon

A
Lyon Part-Dieu
Gare Part-Dieu - Vivier Merle, 69003 Lyon, France
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B
Perrache
Rue de Esplanade, 69002 Lyon, France
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C
Lyon Airport
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Florence

A
Santa Maria Novella
Piazza della Stazione 45, 50123 Firenze, Italy
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B
Sesto Fiorentino
Piazza Luigi Galvani, 12, 50019 Comune di Sesto Fiorentino FI, Italy
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C
Florence - Piazzale Montelungo
50129 Centro Storico FI, Italy
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D
Florence Airport
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E
Campo di Marte
50131 Firenze FI, Italy
F
Rifredi
Via Renato Fantoni, 50127 Firenze FI, Italy

Train Companies

Trenitalia

4.0/565 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.7

Cleanliness4.7

Wi‑Fi2.8

Based on 65 reviews, the company was rated 4 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the temperature and the departure location but often complained with the Wi‑Fi. Trenitalia ticket prices on this trip start at £239

IT train companies: Trenitalia, Renfe, FlixTrain, RegioJet, Swiss Federal Railways, Eurostar

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Lyon to Florence by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

How much does a train ticket cost from Lyon to Florence?
The cheapest train tickets from Lyon to Florence start from £239. The average price for this train route is around £239. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Lyon to Florence?
The average train journey time from Lyon to Florence is 7h 30m, covering a distance of 342 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 7h 30m and is operated by Trenitalia.
Which train operators serve the Lyon to Florence route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 1 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Lyon to Florence?
The earliest train from Lyon to Florence departs at 09:34. And the latest train departs at 09:34.