The cheapest and fastest buses from Bordeaux to Lyon
Cheapest price
€26
Average price
€38
Fastest journey
7 h 15 m
Average duration
7 h 24 m
Buses per day
9
Distance
436 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Bordeaux to Lyon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bordeaux to Lyon will cost around €38 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €26.
Of the 9 buses that leave Bordeaux for Lyon on Tue, Apr 14, 9 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Apr 14 the direct buses cover the 436 km distance in an average of 7 h 24 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h 15 m .
On Tue, Apr 14 the slowest buses will take 7 h 35 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.
FlixBus10:40 PM8h10Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate6:50 AMLyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)€261One-way0 transfers
850010:00 AM8h10Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes6:10 PMLyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)€321One-way0 transfers
FlixBus9:20 AM7h50Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate5:10 PMLyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)€341One-way0 transfers
FlixBus9:40 AM7h30Bordeaux, Avenue Salvador Allende (Floirac Dravemont)5:10 PMLyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)€341One-way0 transfers
47514:00 PM7h15Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes11:15 PMLyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)€381One-way0 transfers
47514:00 PM7h15Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes11:15 PMLyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)€381One-way0 transfers
FlixBus12:55 AM7h15Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate8:10 AMLyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)€581One-way0 transfers
FlixBus10:15 AM7h25Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate5:40 PMLyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)€431One-way0 transfers
FlixBus9:40 AM7h30Bordeaux, Avenue Salvador Allende (Floirac Dravemont)5:10 PMLyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)€341One-way0 transfers
FlixBus1:25 PM7h35Bordeaux, Avenue Salvador Allende (Floirac Dravemont)9:00 PMLyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)€391One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Bordeaux to Lyon
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Bordeaux to Lyon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €18. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 26m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €18, and a train costs an average of €78.
Distance: 436 km
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Most popular Bus | Flight | Train |
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€33 Average price Cheapest | €104 Average price | €139 Average price |
6h 36m Average total duration 6h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 26m Average total duration Fastest 3h 26m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 42m Average total duration 4h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Bordeaux to Lyon bus times
The table below shows live departures for Bordeaux to Lyon buses for today, Monday, April 13. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 8:40 PM Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate | 8h10 | 4:50 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 0 transfersDirect | |
4767 | 9:59 PM Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes | 6h51 | 4:50 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:55 PM Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate | 7h15 | 6:10 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Tuesday, April 14 | |||||
FlixBus | 7:20 AM Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate | 7h50 | 3:10 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:40 AM Bordeaux, Avenue Salvador Allende (Floirac Dravemont) | 7h30 | 3:10 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 0 transfersDirect | |
8500 | 8:00 AM Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes | 8h10 | 4:10 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:15 AM Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate | 7h25 | 3:40 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:10 AM Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate | 7h50 | 7:00 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:25 AM Bordeaux, Avenue Salvador Allende (Floirac Dravemont) | 7h35 | 7:00 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 0 transfersDirect | |
4751 | 2:00 PM Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes | 7h15 | 9:15 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Bordeaux to Lyon
Buses from Bordeaux to Lyon run on average 10 times per day, taking around 6h 6m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €18 if you book in advance.
There are 10 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:10, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 436 km distance in 5h 45m.
Distance 436 km |
Average bus duration 6h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price €18 |
Buses per day 10 |
Direct buses 10 |
Fastest bus 5h 45m |
First bus 12:10 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 28 days |
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, Alsa, Union Ivkoni - Unibus from Bordeaux to LyonYou can travel by bus between Bordeaux to Lyon with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, Alsa, Union Ivkoni - Unibus for as low as €18. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Bordeaux to Lyon
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bordeaux 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.

- Alsa
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating options.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Alsa
- You can cancel your ticket up to 48 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a refund in the form of a voucher.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Alsa
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Alsa
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Alsa
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must travel in the hold.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Bordeaux to Lyon
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria de la Gare (in the station)
- Bistro Bordeaux (0.5 km)
- Le Petit Gourmet (0.7 km).
- Available outside the station.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 1, 9, 11 Tram: C
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café de la Gare (in the station)
- Fast-Food Express (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available near the waiting area.
- Bus: 1, 9, 10 Train: TER, TGV
- 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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