4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Lyon to Bourges
Cheapest price
€19
Average price
€25
Fastest journey
2 h 50 m
Average duration
3 h 24 m
Buses per day
8
Distance
239 km
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 €19.
Of the 8 buses that leave Lyon for Bourges on Sat, Mar 21, 7 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Mar 21 the direct buses cover the 239 km distance in an average of 3 h 24 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 50 m .
On Sat, Mar 21 the slowest buses will take 3 h 40 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 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 €16. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 51m. 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 €16, and a train costs an average of €15.
Distance: 239 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
€23 Average price Cheapest | €43 Average price |
4h 48m Average total duration 4h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 21m Average total duration Fastest 3h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Lyon to Bourges bus times
The table below shows live departures for Lyon to Bourges buses for today, Friday, March 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1:00 PM Lyon | 5h35 | 6:35 PM Bourges | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9:35 PM Lyon | 5h05 | 2:40 AM Bourges | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, March 21 | |||||
| FlixBus | 9:30 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 4h40 | 2:10 PM Bourges, Rue du Pré Doulet | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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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 €16 but you can travel from only €15 by train.
There are 5 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 01:25, the last at 23:40. The fastest bus covers the 239 km distance in 4h 30m.
Distance 239 km |
Average bus duration 4h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price €16 |
Buses per day 7 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 4h 30m |
First bus 01:25 |
Last bus 23:40 |
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 €15. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Lyon to Bourges
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lyon to Bourges 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 Bourges, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating options.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- 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.
- 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).
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Lyon to Bourges
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- 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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