The cheapest and fastest buses from Lyon to Paris
Cheapest price
€12
Average price
€17
Fastest journey
4 h 10 m
Average duration
4 h 44 m
Buses per day
26
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 €17 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €12.
Of the 26 buses that leave Lyon for Paris on Thu, Mar 26, 26 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Mar 26 the direct buses cover the 393 km distance in an average of 4 h 44 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 10 m .
On Thu, Mar 26 the slowest buses will take 5 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.
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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 €6. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 13m. 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 €6, and a flight costs an average of €115.
Distance: 393 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€19 Average price Cheapest | €48 Average price | €242 Average price |
5h 6m Average total duration 4h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 24m Average total duration 3h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 13m Average total duration Fastest 2h 13m 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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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, Wednesday, March 25. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 2:55 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 5h40 | 8:35 AM Paris, Porte Maillot | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:25 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 5h30 | 9:55 AM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 4:30 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 5h44 | 10:14 AM Orly, Paris - Orly-sud Airport (Parking P4C) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 4:30 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 6h30 | 11:00 AM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 4:30 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 6h30 | 11:00 AM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 4:30 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 5h44 | 10:14 AM Orly, Paris - Orly-sud Airport (Parking P4C) | 0 transfersDirect | |
83134 | 7:30 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 6h00 | 1:30 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:35 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 6h10 | 1:45 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 0 transfersDirect | |
5130 | 9:40 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 6h25 | 4:05 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:40 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 5h40 | 9:20 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:25 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 5h50 | 2:15 AM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 0 transfersDirect | |
5132 | 10:59 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 6h11 | 5:10 AM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:10 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 6h35 | 5:45 AM Paris, Porte Maillot | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:10 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 5h50 | 5:00 AM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 0 transfersDirect | |
50106 | 11:30 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 6h00 | 5:30 AM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:50 PM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 5h25 | 5:15 AM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, March 26 | |||||
FlixBus | 12:40 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 6h15 | 6:55 AM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 0 transfersDirect | |
94782 | 1:30 AM Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) | 5h35 | 7:05 AM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Lyon to Paris
Buses from Lyon to Paris run on average 29 times per day, taking around 4h 36m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €6 if you book in advance.
There are 29 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:10, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 393 km distance in 5h 20m.
Distance 393 km |
Average bus duration 4h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price €6 |
Buses per day 29 |
Direct buses 29 |
Fastest bus 5h 20m |
First bus 00:10 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, Alsa, BlaBlaCar, Itabus from Lyon to ParisYou can travel by bus between Lyon to Paris with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, Alsa, BlaBlaCar, Itabus for as low as €6. 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.

- Alsa
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating options.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Alsa
- You can cancel your ticket up to 48 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
- 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.
- Alsa
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
- 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).
- Alsa
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Alsa
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must travel in the hold.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
- Itabus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must be leashed and muzzled.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Lyon to Paris
- 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
- 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
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Porte Maillot (in the station)
- Le Relais de Venise (0.2 km)
- Chez Georges (0.5 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 73, 82, 244 Metro: 1 RER: C
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