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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Lyon to Paris
Cheapest price
€25
Average price
€30
Fastest journey
5 h 14 m
Average duration
5 h 24 m
Buses per day
23
Distance
393 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Lyon to Paris is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lyon to Paris will cost around €30 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €25.
Of the 23 buses that leave Lyon for Paris on Sun, Nov 09, 23 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Nov 09 the direct buses cover the 393 km distance in an average of 5 h 24 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 14 m .
On Sun, Nov 09 the slowest buses will take 5 h 30 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 Paris
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lyon to Paris among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €12. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 15m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €12, and a flight costs an average of €121.
Distance: 393 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€33 Average price Cheapest | €54 Average price | €249 Average price |
6h 6m Average total duration 5h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 40m Average total duration 3h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 15m Average total duration Fastest 2h 15m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.4 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.2 - 2.4kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Lyon to Paris bus times
The table below shows live departures for Lyon to Paris buses for today, Saturday, November 8. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 11:50 PM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 5h25 | 5:15 AM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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| 5808 | 12:00 AM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 5h30 | 5:30 AM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 12:45 AM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 6h10 | 6:55 AM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 1:15 AM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 6h40 | 7:55 AM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 3:00 AM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 5h30 | 8:30 AM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Normal | 4:10 AM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 5h14 | 9:24 AM Orly, Paris - Orly-sud Airport (Parking P4C) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Normal | 4:10 AM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 5h35 | 9:45 AM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 4:25 AM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 5h30 | 9:55 AM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 4788 | 5:20 AM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 5h35 | 10:55 AM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 83134 | 7:35 AM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 5h55 | 1:30 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 7:40 AM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 6h10 | 1:50 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 9:10 AM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 6h40 | 3:50 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 5130 | 9:45 AM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 6h20 | 4:05 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 58074 | 11:00 AM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 6h15 | 5:15 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 1:20 PM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 6h30 | 7:50 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 2:25 PM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 5h45 | 8:10 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 3:30 PM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 5h40 | 9:10 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 5228 | 3:45 PM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 5h50 | 9:35 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 94766 | 4:25 PM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 5h20 | 9:45 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 8:30 PM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 5h45 | 2:15 AM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 10:40 PM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 5h30 | 4:10 AM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 5132 | 10:59 PM Lyon, Perrache Bus Station | 6h11 | 5:10 AM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Overview: Bus from Lyon to Paris
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Buses from Lyon to Paris run on average 28 times per day, taking around 5h 36m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €12 if you book in advance.
There are 28 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 393 km distance in 4h 45m.
Distance 393 km |
Average bus duration 5h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price €12 |
Buses per day 28 |
Direct buses 28 |
Fastest bus 4h 45m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, Alsa, BlaBlaCar from Lyon to ParisYou can travel by bus between Lyon to Paris with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, Alsa, BlaBlaCar for as low as €12. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Lyon to Paris
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lyon to Paris 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 Paris, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
When departing from Lyon, you have various coach station options to start your trip from including Lyon, Perrache Bus Station and Lyon, Gare Perrache. When arriving in Paris, you can end your journey in coach stations like Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine), Paris, Aéroport Charles de Gaulle, Paris, Gare Paris Bercy, Paris, La Défense (Terminal Jules Verne) and Paris, Roissypôle Bus Station.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Lyon, Perrache Bus Station, which is located around 1.4 miles (2.3 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine), located 2.6 miles (4.2 km) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Lyon to Paris
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
- 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
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Bercy (in the station)
- Le Train Bleu (0.5 km)
- Chez Lili et Marcel (0.7 km).
- Available outside the station.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 24, 87 Metro: 6, 14 Train: RER A, RER D
WifiParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityWC- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside the terminal.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 73, 174, 275 Metro: 1 Train: RER A
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 05:30-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café de la Gare (in the station)
- Le Bistrot Parisien (0.2 km)
- Brasserie Roissy (0.5 km).
- Available outside the station.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 350, 351, 93 Train: RER B
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