The cheapest and fastest buses from Bilbao to Lyon
Cheapest price
€47
Average price
€64
Fastest journey
11 h 59 m
Average duration
14 h 10 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
675 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Bilbao to Lyon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bilbao to Lyon will cost around €64 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €47.
Of the 5 buses that leave Bilbao for Lyon on Wed, Nov 19, 5 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 675 km distance in an average of 14 h 10 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 11 h 59 m .
On Wed, Nov 19 the slowest buses will take 19 h 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.










Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Bilbao to Lyon
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Bilbao to Lyon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €35. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 45m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 0.7 - 1.7kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €35, and a flight costs an average of €48.
Distance: 675 km
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Most popular Bus | Flight | Train |
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€78 Average price Cheapest | €206 Average price | €201 Average price |
13h 16m Average total duration 12h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 45m Average total duration Fastest 2h 45m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 16h 2m Average total duration 15h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.7 - 1.7kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.0 - 4.0kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Bilbao to Lyon bus times
The table below shows live departures for Bilbao 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 · Normal | 9:30 AM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 18h25 | 3:55 AM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 9:05 PM Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea | 12h45 | 9:50 AM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal · Normal | 9:15 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 20h00 | 5:15 PM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Bilbao to Lyon
Buses from Bilbao to Lyon run on average 6 times per day, taking around 12h 46m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €35 if you book in advance.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:10, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 675 km distance in 11h 59m.
Distance 675 km |
Average bus duration 12h 46m |
Cheapest ticket price €35 |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 11h 59m |
First bus 00:10 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, Ourbus, Alsa, BlaBlaCar, Lurraldebus Transportes Pesa S.A. from Bilbao to LyonYou can travel by bus between Bilbao to Lyon with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, Ourbus, Alsa, BlaBlaCar, Lurraldebus Transportes Pesa S.A. for as low as €35. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Bilbao to Lyon
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bilbao 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 Bilbao, you have various coach station options to start your trip from including Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses, Bilbao, Abando (Estación) and Bilbao. When arriving in Lyon, you can end your route in coach stations like Lyon, Perrache Bus Station, Lyon, Gare Perrache and Lyon, Aéroport Saint Exupéry.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses, which is located around 1.7 miles (2.8 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Lyon, Perrache Bus Station, located 1.2 miles (1.9 km) away from the city centre.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Bilbao to Lyon
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café de la Estación (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 58, 62, 77 Metro: L1, L2 Train: C1, C2
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café de la Gare (in the station)
- Bistro Lyonnais (0.2 km)
- Fast Food Express (0.3 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available on the concourse.
- Bus: C21, C22, S1 Metro: A Train: TER
- 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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