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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Barcelona to Lyon
Cheapest price
€23
Average price
€40
Fastest journey
7 h 45 m
Average duration
8 h 12 m
Buses per day
12
Distance
531 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Barcelona to Lyon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Barcelona to Lyon will cost around €40 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €23.
Of the 12 buses that leave Barcelona for Lyon on Wed, Nov 19, 12 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Nov 19 the direct buses cover the 531 km distance in an average of 8 h 12 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h 45 m .
On Wed, Nov 19 the slowest buses will take 8 h 30 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Barcelona to Lyon
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Barcelona to Lyon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €21. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 35m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €21, and a flight costs an average of €44.
Distance: 531 km
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Most popular Bus | Train | Flight |
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€62 Average price Cheapest | €133 Average price | €214 Average price |
9h 36m Average total duration 9h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 31m Average total duration 5h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 35m Average total duration Fastest 2h 35m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.5 - 1.3kg CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.6 - 3.2kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Barcelona to Lyon bus times
The table below shows live departures for Barcelona to Lyon buses for today, Tuesday, November 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Normal | 7:00 PM El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0) | 8h55 | 3:55 AM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Normal | 8:00 PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 7h55 | 3:55 AM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 10:10 PM Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants | 8h20 | 6:30 AM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 10:45 PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 7h45 | 6:30 AM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Wednesday, November 19 | |||||
| FlixBus | 1:20 AM Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants | 9h55 | 11:15 AM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 1:50 AM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 9h25 | 11:15 AM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Overview: Bus from Barcelona to Lyon
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Buses from Barcelona to Lyon run on average 16 times per day, taking around 9h 6m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €21 if you book in advance.
There are 15 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:10, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 531 km distance in 7h 45m.
Distance 531 km |
Average bus duration 9h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price €21 |
Buses per day 16 |
Direct buses 15 |
Fastest bus 7h 45m |
First bus 00:10 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, Alsa, BlaBlaCar, Infobus from Barcelona to LyonYou can travel by bus between Barcelona to Lyon with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, Alsa, BlaBlaCar, Infobus for as low as €21. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Barcelona to Lyon
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Barcelona to Lyon by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Lyon, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
When departing from Barcelona, you have various coach station options to start your trip from including Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants, Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord and El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0). When arriving in Lyon, you can end your trip in coach stations like Lyon, Perrache Bus Station and Lyon, Gare Perrache.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants, which is located around 1.6 miles (2.6 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Lyon, Perrache Bus Station, located 1.4 miles (2.3 km) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Barcelona to Lyon
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafetería de la estación (in the station)
- Fast Food Corner (in the station)
- Local Cuisine Spot (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 27, 78, 109 Metro: L3, L5 Train: R1, R2, R3
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:30-21:30
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafetería de la estación (in the station)
- Tapas 24 (0.4 km)
- Pizzeria Roma (0.6 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 54, 6, H12 Metro: L1 Train: R1, R3, R4
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- McDonald's (in the station)
- La Botiga (in the station)
- Available outside the arrivals area.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 46, L77, PR1 Metro: L9 Sud Train: R2 Nord
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 05:30-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafetería de la estación (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station)
- Local Cuisine Corner (in the station).
- Available outside the terminal.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 46, L77, PR1 Metro: L9 Sud Train: R2 Nord
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café de la Gare (in the station)
- Le Bistrot de Lyon (0.5 km)
- Brasserie Georges (0.6 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: C19, C20, 31, 46, 49, 55, 60, S1 Metro: A Tram: T1, T2
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