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The cheapest and fastest buses from Lyon to Bourges

Showing times and prices for Nov 06

Cheapest price

€23

Average price

€25

Fastest journey

3 h 40 m

Average duration

3 h 48 m

Buses per day

6

Distance

239 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Lyon to Bourges is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Lyon to Bourges will cost around €25 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €23.

Fast buses

Of the 6 buses that leave Lyon for Bourges on Thu, Nov 06, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Thu, Nov 06 the direct buses cover the 239 km distance in an average of 3 h 48 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 40 m .

On Thu, Nov 06 the slowest buses will take 4 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.

BlaBlaCar
07:50AM3h50
Lyon
11:40AMBourges
€231One-way
0 transfers
BlaBlaCar
06:00PM3h50
Lyon
09:50PMBourges
€231One-way
0 transfers
BlaBlaCar
02:00PM3h40
Lyon
05:40PMBourges
€231One-way
0 transfers
BlaBlaCar
08:30AM3h40
Lyon
12:10PMBourges
€251One-way
0 transfers
FlixBusFlixBus
10:45AM4h30
Lyon, Perrache Bus Station
03:15PMBourges, Rue du Pré Doulet
€261One-way
0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare bus and train for Lyon to Bourges

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lyon to Bourges among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €17. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 50m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €17, and a train costs an average of €21.

Distance: 239 km

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Bus
Most popular
Train

€24

Average price

Cheapest

€46

Average price

4h 48m

Average total duration

4h 18m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

4h 20m

Average total duration

Fastest

3h 50m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

0.2 - 0.6kg

CO2 emissions

0.1 - 0.2kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest
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Live departures

Lyon to Bourges bus times

Showing buses for today, Wednesday, November 5
Last updated at 2:32 AM
Last updated at 2:32 AM

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Tickets
meinfernbus_flixbus8:45 AM Lyon
4h30
1:15 PM Bourges0 transfersDirect
blablacarbus12:00 PM Lyon
5h35
5:35 PM Bourges0 transfersDirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Lyon to Bourges

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Buses from Lyon to Bourges run on average 7 times per day, taking around 4h 18m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €17 if you book in advance.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
239 km
Average bus duration
4h 18m
Cheapest ticket price
€17
Buses per day
7
Direct buses
5
Fastest bus
4h 30m
First bus
01:50
Last bus
21:05
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, BlaBlaCar Bus from Lyon to BourgesYou can travel by bus between Lyon to Bourges with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, BlaBlaCar Bus for as low as €17. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

FlixBus

About
FlixBus is one of Europe’s leading low-cost bus companies, founded in Germany and now offering long-distance services across Europe and the United States. In addition to its extensive daytime network, FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select European routes. Standard amenities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge devices, extra legroom, luggage space, and onboard toilets, with snacks and drinks available for purchase. FlixBus offers a single Standard ticket type for all routes, which includes one carry-on bag and one checked bag per passenger. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and for reserving specific seats, such as Extra Seats, Table Seats, or Panorama Seats. This combination of affordability, comfort, and wide coverage makes FlixBus a popular choice for budget-conscious travelers.
Learn more about FlixBus
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 30m
Cheapest Price
€18
FlixBus frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
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.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed for a fee; must be booked.
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed; guide dogs travel for free.

BlaBlaCar Bus

About
BlaBlaCar Bus (formerly known as Ouibus or iDBUS) is a long-distance coach company operating in 10 European countries and connecting over 300 destinations. A subsidiary of the French carpooling company BlaBlaCar, it offers comfortable travel with standard amenities such as air conditioning, toilets, USB and power outlets for charging devices, extra legroom, and adjustable seats. Free Wi-Fi is available on select routes. BlaBlaCar Bus offers only a Standard ticket type, which allows passengers to bring one carry-on bag and up to two checked bags per person.
Learn more about BlaBlaCar Bus
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
5h 15m
Cheapest Price
€15
BlaBlaCar Bus frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 7kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a refund in the form of a voucher.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Accessible seating options.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed; additional fees may apply.

BlaBlaCar

About
BlaBlaCar is a French online marketplace for carpooling, connecting drivers with empty seats and passengers traveling to the same destination to share costs. Founded in 2006, it operates in Europe and Latin America, boasting 26 million active members. The platform also includes BlaBlaCar Bus, an intercity bus service. BlaBlaCar's name comes from its rating system for drivers' chattiness: \Bla\" for quiet, \"BlaBla\" for talkative, and \"BlaBlaBla\" for very chatty. The company aims to be the leading marketplace for shared travel, offering affordable and sustainable solutions by combining carpooling with bus journeys."
Luggage & cancellation policy
BlaBlaCar frequency
5 a day

FAQs: Bus from Lyon to Bourges

FAQs: Take the bus from Lyon to Bourges with ease. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have the information you need to know so you can find the best option from Lyon to Bourges.
FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Lyon to Bourges can start from as little as €17 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Lyon to Bourges is €31; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Lyon to Bourges coach time is 4 h 30 min   covering the 239 km long journey, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Lyon to Bourges leaves at 05: 30. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from Lyon to Bourges leaves at 21: 40.
Yes, it is possible to travel from Lyon to Bourges without having to change trains with FlixBus. There are 2 direct coaches from Lyon to Bourges each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.
Take the Lyon to Bourges coach with FlixBus or BlaBlaCar Bus. However, it's always good to check out all possible coach companies for the route to Bourges from Lyon as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Lyon, Perrache Bus Station, which is located around 1.2 miles (1.9 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Bourges, Rue du Pré Doulet, located 1.6 miles (2.5 km) away from the city centre.

A trip to Bourges from Lyon is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 4 h 30 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month to travel from Lyon to Bourges by coach is May.
You have options as you can travel from Lyon to Bourges 2 different ways: coach or train.

popular bus stations

Popular bus stations from Lyon to Bourges

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Bourges
The major bus station for departures in Lyon is Lyon, Gare Routière de Perrache. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Lyon, Gare Routière de Perrache for your trip from Lyon to Bourges.
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Amenities at bus station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
address
Address
13 Cours de Verdun, 69002 Lyon, France
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 06:00-23:00
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
carConnection
Car connection
Cours de Verdun
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi
Dining
Dining
  • Café de la Gare (in the station)
  • Le Bistrot de Lyon (0.5 km)
  • Brasserie Georges (0.6 km).
Taxis
Taxis
  • Available outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps
WC
WC
  • Available in the station.
Public transit options for Lyon, Gare Routière de Perrache
  • Bus: C19, C20, 31, 46, 49, 55, 60, S1 Metro: A Tram: T1, T2
Lyon, St Exupéry Aéroport
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