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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Lyon to Cité de Carcassonne
Cheapest price
€23
Average price
€27
Fastest journey
9 h 40 m
Average duration
10 h 24 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
344 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Lyon to Cité de Carcassonne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lyon to Cité de Carcassonne will cost around €27 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €23.
Of the 4 buses that leave Lyon for Cité de Carcassonne on Sun, Feb 15, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Feb 15 the direct buses cover the 344 km distance in an average of 10 h 24 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 9 h 40 m .
On Sun, Feb 15 the slowest buses will take 11 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.
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Lyon to Cité de Carcassonne
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lyon to Cité de Carcassonne 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 18m. 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 €16, and a train costs an average of €20.
Distance: 344 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
€29 Average price Cheapest | €56 Average price |
7h 22m Average total duration 6h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 48m Average total duration Fastest 3h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg 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 Cité de Carcassonne bus times
The table below shows live departures for Lyon to Cité de Carcassonne buses for today, Saturday, February 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:05 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gherlan) | 11h35 | 8:40 AM Carcassonne, Boulevard de Varsovie | 1 transfer | |
| Sunday, February 15 | |||||
| 7:30 AM Lyon | 11h20 | 6:50 PM Cité de Carcassonne | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:00 AM Lyon | 9h40 | 5:40 PM Cité de Carcassonne | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9:05 AM Lyon | 9h45 | 6:50 PM Cité de Carcassonne | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9:30 AM Lyon | 10h50 | 8:20 PM Cité de Carcassonne | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Lyon to Cité de Carcassonne
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Buses from Lyon to Cité de Carcassonne run on average 5 times per day, taking around 6h 52m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €16 if you book in advance.
There are 3 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:40, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 344 km distance in 7h 0m.
Distance 344 km |
Average bus duration 6h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price €16 |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 7h 0m |
First bus 00:40 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, BlaBlaCar Bus from Lyon to Cité de CarcassonneYou can travel by bus between Lyon to Cité de Carcassonne with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, BlaBlaCar Bus for as low as €16. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Lyon to Cité de Carcassonne
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lyon to Cité de Carcassonne 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 Cité de Carcassonne, 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 Cité de Carcassonne
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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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