The cheapest and fastest buses from Lyon to Cannes
Cheapest price
€39
Average price
€56
Fastest journey
5 h 30 m
Average duration
6 h 16 m
Buses per day
9
Distance
298 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Lyon to Cannes is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lyon to Cannes will cost around €56 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €39.
Of the 9 buses that leave Lyon for Cannes on Sun, May 17, 7 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, May 17 the direct buses cover the 298 km distance in an average of 6 h 16 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 30 m .
On Sun, May 17 the slowest buses will take 6 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.
FlixBus2:15 AM6h50Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)9:05 AMLe Cannet, Avenue du Campon (Place Benidorm)€391One-way0 transfers
5010712:30 AM6h35Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)7:05 AMLe Cannet, Avenue du Campon (Place Benidorm)€451One-way0 transfers
FlixBus11:50 PM6h35Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)6:25 AMLe Cannet, Avenue du Campon (Place Benidorm)€481One-way0 transfers
FlixBus10:35 AM6h00Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)4:35 PMLe Cannet, Avenue du Campon (Place Benidorm)€541One-way0 transfers
5695 · 47057:10 AM7h40Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)2:50 PMLe Cannet, Avenue du Campon (Place Benidorm)€551One-way1 transfer
540312:10 PM5h30Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)7:40 PMLe Cannet, Avenue du Campon (Place Benidorm)€551One-way0 transfers
FlixBus10:35 AM6h00Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)4:35 PMLe Cannet, Avenue du Campon (Place Benidorm)€541One-way0 transfers
FlixBus11:50 PM6h35Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)6:25 AMLe Cannet, Avenue du Campon (Place Benidorm)€481One-way0 transfers
5010712:30 AM6h35Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)7:05 AMLe Cannet, Avenue du Campon (Place Benidorm)€451One-way0 transfers
58674:35 PM6h40Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)11:15 PMLe Cannet, Avenue du Campon (Place Benidorm)€551One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Lyon to Cannes
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lyon to Cannes among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €19. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 40m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €19, and a flight costs an average of €79.
Distance: 298 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€33 Average price Cheapest | €75 Average price | €97 Average price |
6h 27m Average total duration 5h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 49m Average total duration 4h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 40m Average total duration Fastest 1h 40m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.9 - 1.8kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Lyon to Cannes bus times
The table below shows live departures for Lyon to Cannes buses for today, Saturday, May 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
5695 · 4705 | 7:10 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 7h40 | 2:50 PM Le Cannet, Avenue du Campon (Place Benidorm) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 10:35 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 6h00 | 4:35 PM Le Cannet, Avenue du Campon (Place Benidorm) | 0 transfersDirect | |
50882 | 11:35 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 7h05 | 6:40 PM Le Cannet, Avenue du Campon (Place Benidorm) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:10 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 7h45 | 8:55 PM Le Cannet, Avenue du Campon (Place Benidorm) | 1 transfer | |
54031 | 2:10 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 5h30 | 7:40 PM Le Cannet, Avenue du Campon (Place Benidorm) | 0 transfersDirect | |
5867 | 4:35 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 6h40 | 11:15 PM Le Cannet, Avenue du Campon (Place Benidorm) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:50 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 6h35 | 6:25 AM Le Cannet, Avenue du Campon (Place Benidorm) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, May 17 | |||||
50107 | 12:30 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 6h35 | 7:05 AM Le Cannet, Avenue du Campon (Place Benidorm) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:15 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 6h50 | 9:05 AM Le Cannet, Avenue du Campon (Place Benidorm) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Lyon to Cannes
Buses from Lyon to Cannes run on average 11 times per day, taking around 5h 57m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €19 if you book in advance.
There are 10 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:25, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 298 km distance in 5h 30m.
Distance 298 km |
Average bus duration 5h 57m |
Cheapest ticket price €19 |
Buses per day 11 |
Direct buses 10 |
Fastest bus 5h 30m |
First bus 12:25 AM |
Last bus 11:50 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 63 days |
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar, FlixBus from Lyon to CannesYou can travel by bus between Lyon to Cannes with BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar, FlixBus for as low as €19. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Lyon to Cannes
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lyon to Cannes 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 Cannes, 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 Cannes
- 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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