The cheapest and fastest buses from Lyon to Barcelona
Cheapest price
€29
Average price
€59
Fastest journey
7 h 45 m
Average duration
7 h 58 m
Buses per day
18
Distance
531 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Lyon to Barcelona is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lyon to Barcelona will cost around €59 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €29.
Of the 18 buses that leave Lyon for Barcelona on Thu, Mar 26, 18 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Mar 26 the direct buses cover the 531 km distance in an average of 7 h 58 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h 45 m .
On Thu, Mar 26 the slowest buses will take 8 h 20 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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Compare train, bus, and flight for Lyon to Barcelona
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Lyon to Barcelona among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €22. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 59m. 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 €22, and a flight costs an average of €42.
Distance: 531 km
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Most popular Bus | Train | Flight |
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€47 Average price Cheapest | €97 Average price | €136 Average price |
7h 52m Average total duration 7h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 23m Average total duration 4h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 59m Average total duration Fastest 3h 59m 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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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Lyon to Barcelona bus times
The table below shows live departures for Lyon to Barcelona buses for today, Wednesday, March 25. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 1:00 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 9h10 | 10:10 PM Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:00 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 8h40 | 9:40 PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:00 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 9h10 | 3:10 AM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:00 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 9h35 | 3:35 AM Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
34153 | 7:55 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 8h05 | 4:00 AM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 0 transfersDirect | |
83133 | 3:10 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 8h20 | 11:30 AM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 4:15 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 7h45 | 12:00 PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 4:15 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 8h00 | 12:15 PM El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 4:15 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 8h00 | 12:15 PM El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 4:15 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 7h45 | 12:00 PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:30 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 9h00 | 3:30 PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 0 transfersDirect | |
93129 | 9:30 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 8h55 | 6:25 PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Lyon to Barcelona
Buses from Lyon to Barcelona run on average 15 times per day, taking around 7h 22m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €22 if you book in advance.
There are 14 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:30, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 531 km distance in 7h 35m.
Distance 531 km |
Average bus duration 7h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price €22 |
Buses per day 15 |
Direct buses 14 |
Fastest bus 7h 35m |
First bus 00:30 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, Alsa, BlaBlaCar, AVE, Internorte, Infobus from Lyon to BarcelonaYou can travel by bus between Lyon to Barcelona with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, Alsa, BlaBlaCar, AVE, Internorte, Infobus for as low as €22. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Lyon to Barcelona
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lyon to Barcelona 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 Barcelona, 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.
- AVE
- Small pets under 10kg in carriers allowed free. Larger dogs require paid ticket and muzzle. Guide dogs free.
- 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 Lyon to Barcelona
- 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
- 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
- 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
- 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
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